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  • Carnegie Mellon builds killer robot to save economy

    Carnegie Mellon builds killer robot to save economy

    A team from Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute has developed an autonomous robot to find and kill dangerously spotted lanternflies before they’re even born. Spotted lanternflies are invasive insects known to destroy economically important crops. (See video below.) TartanPest uses an all-electric tractor, a robotic arm and computer vision to traverse fields and forests while…

  • RoboUP launches ‘the most intelligent and precise robotic lawn mower ever created’

    RoboUP launches ‘the most intelligent and precise robotic lawn mower ever created’

    RoboUP has launched what it describes as “the most intelligent and precise robot lawn mower ever created” – one that delivers “the perfect lawn” with a hands-free experience. Using cutting edge technology, AI intelligent design, and convenient app control, RoboUP revolutionizes lawn care for busy people. Now, maintaining a beautiful and healthy lawn is automatic…

  • Robotics in Dentistry: The Next Generation Technology

    Robotics in Dentistry: The Next Generation Technology

    Robots are now utilized in every field of research thanks to technological breakthroughs; they have even found their way into dentistry due to the capacity for precision work without being fatigued. Hamilton dentist Dr. Moninder Tuli, chatted with us and provided us with information about the usage of robotics in dentistry. The use of robots…

  • Aerobotix partners with FerRobotics to develop ‘first-of-its-kind’ end-of-arm-tool automated sander for flammable dust

    Aerobotix partners with FerRobotics to develop ‘first-of-its-kind’ end-of-arm-tool automated sander for flammable dust

    Aerobotix and FerRobotics, two robotics companies based in the US and Austria respectively, have partnered to create what they say is the first Class II, Division 1 (C2D1) End of Arm Tool (EOAT) automated sander. Meeting industry demand for a hazardous-environment solution that will achieve time and cost efficiencies, and enable much safer work environments,…

  • Ideal Working Environments for Robots with item

    Ideal Working Environments for Robots with item

    Networking, researching, and training – the Mehnert Lab in Erfurt sees itself as a platform for industrial cooperation in the age of Industry 4.0. Mehnert GmbH provides skilled workers and specialists for various projects in the fields of electronics, mechanics, digital control, 3D measurement technology, and robotics. The company employs 55 permanent staff members, headquartered…

  • Fujitsu to use ‘world’s fastest supercomputer’ for tsunami prediction

    Fujitsu to use ‘world’s fastest supercomputer’ for tsunami prediction

    Fujitsu, in partnership with other companies and academic institutions, has developed a computing system that will enable the prediction of tsunamis – massive, sudden floods caused by turbulence at sea.  The International Research Institute of Disaster Science at Tohoku University, the Earthquake Research Institute at the University of Tokyo, and Fujitsu Laboratories have developed an…

  • How robotics is helping those with disabilities

    How robotics is helping those with disabilities

    Government statistics show that 14.1 million people reported a disability in the UK in 2018-19 – a figure that equates to 21% of the population. Of course, disabilities can range in severity and further data from the authorities reveals 4.1 million disabled people are in work. Although that represents almost 30% of all disabled people,…

  • Are Robots After Your Job?

    Are Robots After Your Job?

    With all the new technology being developed lately, it’s common to worry about job security, especially when we consider that robotics and automation are bound to eventually replace a lot of workers. In fact, it’s pretty common to find businesses automating tasks that we once performed by humans. Not only are machines more reliable, they’re…

  • Pretentious method-acting humanoid robot to star in $70 million Hollywood blockbuster film

    Pretentious method-acting humanoid robot to star in $70 million Hollywood blockbuster film

    A humanoid robot developed by Japanese scientists is to star in a $70 million budget Hollywood film. The name of the robot is Erica, and it was created by famed humanoid roboticist Hiroshi Ishiguro, along with fellow scientist Kohei Ogawa. The two creators are said to have programmed Erica in the art of “method acting”,…

  • A Short History of Night Vision Devices

    A Short History of Night Vision Devices

    Night vision devices (often called night scoped by the general public) are used to intensify our sight when the lighting conditions are very poor. You can choose from many types of such devices. You’ll find a complete review on many sites that can help you find out more about the present-day technology. An infrared imaging…