Robohub.org
Scoop.it
Meet Betty of Milton Keynes, Britain’s first robotic office manager
Kassie Perlongo
14 Jun 2016
RT @Pam_Gosal: Meet Betty from #miltonkeynes Britain's first Robotic Manager #innovation #technology https://t.co/6cac4r6P31See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Robotic microscope locks on to wiggly worm’s brain
Kassie Perlongo
14 Jun 2016
A team of scientists from Osaka University and Tohoku University has developed a new robotic microscope that automatically tracks moving objects as part of a study of brain activity.See it on Scoop...
Do driverless cars mean I’ll never need to take my driving test? | Hannah Jane Parkinson
Kassie Perlongo
14 Jun 2016
If we believe Google, they’ll be here by 2020. But that won’t mean an end to the many hassles of motoringSee it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Berlin and Brussels wary of Chinese robotics bid – FT.com
Kassie Perlongo
13 Jun 2016
A Chinese company’s bid for a German robot maker is facing mounting political opposition in Berlin and Brussels over fears the deal will deliver some of Germany’s most critical industrial ...
Social Robots Are Just as Prevalent in Europe as They are in Japan
Kassie Perlongo
13 Jun 2016
A robotics company in Belgium has spread their service bots everywhere from care homes to hospitals.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Airbus’ New 3D Printed Plane | iHLS Israel Homeland Security
Kassie Perlongo
13 Jun 2016
The company says says one of these UAVs can be printed in less than a single month.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Research projects study automated orchard management – Fruit Growers News
Kassie Perlongo
13 Jun 2016
Fruit orchards are complex environments, which makes automation difficult. But two robotics projects recently awarded grants from USDA could eliminate some of the barriers to automated orchard managem...
Amazon’s robot army fuels expansion
Kassie Perlongo
13 Jun 2016
Seattle-based company has pushed itself to the forefront of the robotics revolutionSee it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Movie written by algorithm turns out to be hilarious and intense
Kassie Perlongo
13 Jun 2016
For Sunspring's exclusive debut on Ars, we talked to the filmmakers about collaborating with an AI.Kassie Perlongo's insight:I can see a lot of 'X-files' references in the script: 'what do you mean' a...
Robots Are Invading Malls (and Sidewalks) Near You
Andra Keay
12 Jun 2016
A new generation of robots is heading out of the factory and into urban settings to help you get packages and snacks.The Robot Launch Pad's insight:And Manuela Veloso adds that these robots need to in...
Robot workers are showing up in malls, hotels, and parking lots
Andra Keay
12 Jun 2016
Robots capable of autonomous movement while completing assigned tasks are beginning to appear on sidewalks and in parking lots, hotels, and stores. Used for security, delivery, and inventory, they may...
Driverless car insurance has arrived – Driverless Cars – Adrian Flux
Kassie Perlongo
09 Jun 2016
With our launch of the UK’s first personal driverless car insurance policy, the discussion around who or what is liable in the event of a collision will, wKassie Perlongo's insight:I think this ...
Come on, Let’s Give the Robots Hands Already
Kassie Perlongo
09 Jun 2016
The physical world defeats our bots because it's been designed by and for humansSee it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Next Big Future: World’s first child-exoskeleton for spinal muscular atrophy
Kassie Perlongo
09 Jun 2016
See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
First Surgical Robot from Secretive Startup Auris Cleared for Use
Kassie Perlongo
09 Jun 2016
Teleoperated endolumenal bot can navigate inside the body, image and treat conditions without making incisionsSee it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Siemens has an army of spider robots that work as a team to complete tasks
Kassie Perlongo
09 Jun 2016
Imagine a factory that can go from making cars to making cabinets without switching out the machinery.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Passenger-carrying drone gets symbolic approval for test flights in Nevada
Kassie Perlongo
09 Jun 2016
Chinese company Ehang caught our eye at CES earlier year, with the firm unveiling an autonomous quadcopter prototype it said was capable of ferrying human passengers without a pilot. We werSee it on S...
Medtronic expects revenue from surgical robot in fiscal 2019
Kassie Perlongo
08 Jun 2016
Medtronic Plc, the world's largest standalone medical device maker, said on Monday it expects a robotic surgical system it is developing to make a meaningful contribution to company revenue beginning ...
Robotic librarian finds lost books, won’t tell you to shush
Kassie Perlongo
08 Jun 2016
A mobile robotic system is in development to take over the menial job of patrolling the stacks and inventorying the books.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
There’s now a robot that can check your bags at Geneva airport
Kassie Perlongo
07 Jun 2016
One of the most convenient changes in the modern era of air travel has been the ability to check in online, drop your bags at the counter, and stroll off to security, potentially without having to spe...
Plan to Turn Asteroids Into Spaceships Could Spur Off-Earth Mining
Kassie Perlongo
06 Jun 2016
A few decades from now, asteroids may be flying themselves to mining outposts in space, nobly sacrificing their abundant resources to help open the final frontier to humanity.See it on Scoop.it, via R...
Artificial Intelligence Is Far From Matching Humans, Panel Says
Kassie Perlongo
06 Jun 2016
At an event sponsored by the Office of Science and Technology Policy, experts explored questions about systems that would make decisions without human input.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Russian developer collaborates with Facebook, Google to make ‘machines see’ – The Economic Times
Kassie Perlongo
06 Jun 2016
Google, Facebook and VisionLabs do not consider this a commercial project - its purpose is developing the community and its aim is long-term prospects.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Mazor Robotics inks deal with Medtronic
Kassie Perlongo
06 Jun 2016
The arrangement is for the development and commercialization of robotic-based spine systems and applications. The commercial agreement is for Mazor's future systems and applications.See it on Scoop.it...
How Robots Are Impacting Education in Europe – Robotics Trends
Kassie Perlongo
06 Jun 2016
Robots are proving themselves useful, both as a teaching tool and a technology for kids to study. Here's how Europe is incorporating robots into their education system.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
The robot uprising has begun and it’s about to change your life
Andra Keay
05 Jun 2016
Robots made by startups such as Savioke and Fetch could soon be put to work in warehouses and hotels everywhereSee it on Scoop.it, via The Robot Times...
Robots add real value when working with humans, not replacing them
Andra Keay
03 Jun 2016
In the popular media, we talk a lot about robots stealing jobs. But when we stop speculating and actually look at the real world of work, the impact of..The Robot Launch Pad's insight:The subtle shift...
People Underestimate the Power of DJI’s SDK – Here’s Why You Shouldn’t – sUAS News
Kassie Perlongo
03 Jun 2016
Kevin Mukai NV Drones When DJI launched their Software Developer Kit late in 2014, a turnkey drone application was a novel concept (even more-so than it is today). The creation of an SDK for the world...
Robots add real value when working with humans, not replacing them
Kassie Perlongo
03 Jun 2016
In the popular media, we talk a lot about robots stealing jobs. But when we stop speculating and actually look at the real world of work, the impact of..See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Watch: Polish Police’s New Bomb Disposal Robots
Kassie Perlongo
03 Jun 2016
The Polish police has ordered two new robots for examining and neutralizing hazardous materials. The systems will be used by bomb disposal specialists and will increase the level of safety of work und...
Stanford’s ‘Jackrabbot’ robot will attempt to learn the arcane and unspoken rules of pedestrians
Andra Keay
03 Jun 2016
It's hard enough for a grown human to figure out how to navigate a crowd sometimes — so what chance does a clumsy and naive robot have? To prevent future..The Robot Launch Pad's insight:WE need ...
Google’s Magenta project just wrote its first piece of music, and thankfully it’s not great
Kassie Perlongo
02 Jun 2016
Google's Magenta project has just released its first piece of machine-composed music. Fortunately for human composers, it's not that good. Yet.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Asus Zenbo Attempts to Convince Us That We Need a $600 Home Robot
Andra Keay
02 Jun 2016
This robot can do everything your phone or tablet can do, and a little bit more, but is it enough?The Robot Launch Pad's insight:Absolutely agree with Evan - the demos only show the best possible work...
These Australian Researchers are Working on Robot Cowboys
Andra Keay
02 Jun 2016
Howdy.The Robot Launch Pad's insight:Look closely you'll see another quirky robot name. "Rippa" is aussie slang for really good.See it on Scoop.it, via The Robot Times...
Toyota Could Be the Buyer for Google’s Robotic Dog
Kassie Perlongo
02 Jun 2016
Toyota Motor Corp is in talks to buy two robotics divisions from Google parent Alphabet Inc, the Nikkei reported on Wednesday.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
Emergency Room: Mumbai hospitals turn to robotic surgeries, but high costs a deterrent
Kassie Perlongo
02 Jun 2016
A robotic surgery makes use of two electronic arms that are controlled through a console by a surgeon.See it on Scoop.it, via Robotics...
