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As a new and powerful weapon against the spread of the coronavirus, Chinese hospitals are now deploying Danish disinfection robots from UVD Robots.
Self-driving Danish disinfection robots are now shipping to a number of hospitals in China to help fight the coronavirus, also called COVID-19.
This happened after Sunay Healthcare Supply today signed an agreement with the Danish company UVD Robots. [Read more…] about China buys Danish robots to fight coronavirus
BICS, a global communications enabler, is providing global internet-of-things connectivity and asset management for a pioneering exoskeleton developed by German Bionic.
The Cray X is the first connected asset from the Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) provider and marks the first instance of a European manufacturer developing, producing and deploying smart exoskeletons for use in industrial production.
Designed to support and enhance the wearer’s movements, German Bionic’s Cray X reduces the risk of accidents and excessive strain for employees in sectors that involve repetitive but unpredictable heavy lifting. [Read more…] about BICS powers first intelligent exoskeleton with global connectivity
Since 1965, when the first exoskeleton was produced for military use, exoskeletons have been increasingly popular in the manufacturing world, supporting workers and improving the quality of their working hours. (See video below.)
In 2018 more than 7,000 units were sold in manufacturing, according to ABI Research data.
However, the potential market need would be 60,000 units for all types of exoskeleton, with an estimated growth rate of more than 50 percent from 2019 to 2024. [Read more…] about Comau’s brief history of exoskeletons
Essentium, a provider of 3D printing solutions for manufacturing industries, and Vorum, a CAD/CAM processes company specialising in the orthotics and prosthetics market, have agreed an exclusive global partnership to develop 3D printing for the medical sector.
Essentium + Vorum, a 3D print solution for O&P customers worldwide, offers practitioners a “SurePath” to success for the production of mass-customized O&P devices at speed and scale, say the companies.
It also provides a proven transition methodology including proof of concept mapped to individual customer business goals, design, deployment path, training, installation and support. [Read more…] about Essentium and Vorum partner to develop 3D printing solution for prosthetics
Robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies market are forecast to grow by more than 13 percent, according to a report by Transparency Market Research.
The global robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies market is at its nascent stage and therefore, only a fraction of the possible applications have been explored till now by companies, labs, and universities.
This also means that there is much room for this market to grow. As of now the market is filled with start-ups and small companies which are well established.
This makes the global robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies market fragmented. Some of the leading players in the market are:
According to a market intelligence study, the global robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies market will be worth $2,290.3 million by 2025, expanding at a 13.1 percent annual growth from 2017 to 2025.
On the basis of application, the surgery segment led the market. This segment is anticipated to continue to lead in the years to come.
By geography, the market is will witness highest growth in Asia Pacific on account of the growing pool of geriatric population.
Asia Pacific market for robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies is expected to exhibit a 15.3 percent annual growth between 2017 and 2025, with Japan being the foremost revenue generator.
The high cost however, will limit the adoption of robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies by emerging economies in the region.
High Demand for Surgical Assistance During Complex Procedures Predicted
The use of robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies has just begun in the healthcare industry.
Surgical robots are of much assistance during surgeries when surgeons perform complex and minimally invasive procedures.
Robots are also assisting doctors in boosting accuracy during radiation treatment for cancer patients as well as assist with rehabilitation of disabled patients.
Robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies have immense growth opportunities and holds much promise in the healthcare area.
As per the lead author of this report, “the growing instance of strokes which in turn renders people bed-ridden or in a way takes away their ability to move to some degree, will be a key factor boosting the growth of the robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies market”.
Rapid Improvement and Advancements in Technology to Accelerate Growth
The market is also driven by the surge in the geriatric population worldwide. Aged people are also in limited in their ability to move, to some degree and this will create a need for robotic rehabilitation and assistive technologies.
The technological advancements occurring in the field has led to a more efficient use of motors and light materials.
Advancements and innovations have also resulted in sophisticated control, improved safety mechanisms, and power backup.
High Cost of Robotic Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies to Pose a Challenge
On the other hand, it is predicted that the steep price will go against the growth of the market as it will limit the adoption rates, especially in cost sensitive regions of the world.
The cost to performance ratio may not be feasible on account of the high cost of development and relatively low benefit for hospitals or patients will hamper adoption rates.
However, some relief can be expected on account of the improvement in production methods as well as due to favourable reimbursement policies.
Boston Dynamics has launched a software development kit for its robot dog, Spot.
Already one of the scariest robots the world has ever seen, now the nightmare canine can be made even more terrifying by sick and twisted developers.
Boston Dynamics says the SDK enables a broad range of developers and non-traditional roboticists to communicate with the robot and develop custom applications that enable Spot to do useful tasks across a wide range of industries. [Read more…] about Now you can make Boston Dynamics’ robot dog as scary as you like with the new SDK
Misty Robotics, the creators of the Misty II platform robot, have launched the “Misty as a Concierge” application template, which provides developers with a starting point to build robot skills and put Misty II to work in the service sector.
The Misty II application templates are open source code for developers to build upon and customize for a specific assignment or task.
The Misty as a Concierge application template has utility in environments such as entertainment and sports venues, hotels, eldercare, retail, commercial real estate, museums, and more. [Read more…] about Misty Robotics launches first Misty II app template for concierge use
Delta Air Lines is partnering with Sarcos Robotics to test a mobile and dexterous exoskeleton designed to boost employees’ physical capabilities and bolster their safety.
Sarcos, a maker of exoskeletons, has developed the Sarcos Guardian XO, a battery-powered, full-body exoskeleton designed to boost human performance and endurance while helping to prevent injury.
This robotic suit, designed for employees to wear, does the heavy lifting. By bearing the weight of the suit and the payload, the exoskeleton may enable an employee to lift up to 200 pounds repeatedly for up to eight hours at a time without strain or fatigue. [Read more…] about Sarcos Robotics supplies exoskeleton to Delta Air Lines
Ford is the first customer for Agility Robotics’ humanoid robot, Digit (main picture).
Agility’s robot has arms and legs and can work with humans and in human spaces, for commercial sales.
Ford is receiving the first two robots off the line. [Read more…] about Agility Robotics’ humanoid gets job at Ford
UBTECH has launched a portable social robot with what the company describes as “loving” artificial intelligence.
AlphaMini, a portable humanoid robot, which is is said to be able to chat, read, sing and dance, made its debut today in South Korea.
Built by UBTECH robotics, a manufacturer of intelligent humanoid robotics and AI technologies, the cute-looking creature combines advanced robotics and highly extensible AI platform to give you the most intimate human-robot interactive experiences. [Read more…] about UBTECH launches portable social robot with ‘loving AI’
