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Robot Launch 2014: Robohub People’s Choice Round Two


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30 April 2014



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For the next three weeks, Robohub readers can vote for the “People’s Choice” startup from the Robot Launch competition. Each week, we’re going to publish 10 videos from our Top 30, and during our live final on May 20, we’ll announce the ultimate “People’s Choice” winner. Four startups moving through from last week’s round are; 3DOF Robotics, Jammster, RoboTar and Tandemech Engineering. Only 6 spots left! This week’s videos (in alphabetic order) are:

Abracadabra Robotics | israel

The company develops Personal Social Assistive Robots for stroke rehabilitation.

Axon Robotics | usa

Individuals and business owners are in constant need of ways to increase their productivity.  We are addressing these demands with a capable robotic tool.

https://vimeo.com/92486548

Connected Robotics | australia

Connected Robotics develops light, powerful and precise robots by using our SmartCord retractable tether system that provides both power and position.

http://youtu.be/zBcKnsYNVKU

Duct Inspection Robot | india

DuctBot is rugged toy car size robot used for cleaning and inspecting air duct in central air conditioned environment like Ships, submarines, operation theaters, clean rooms, home and offices.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86aYpZLIC1c&feature=youtu.be

GimBall | switzerland

We are developing Gimball, a game-changing flying robot that can be flown indoors and in complex environments: it can stay stable after collisions with obstacles and can thus go where other robots can’t. Furthermore, it is safe to fly close to humans. This innovation turns robot into real partners for humans and truly unleashes the potential of flying robots by enabling countless new applications.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOLy4070Xa8

Jessiko Robot Fish by Robotswim | france

Robotswim is a start-up whose objective is to put artificial life in aquariums and pools around the world. The flagship product, Jessiko, is 22 cm long and can swim in a school of 10 or more robots, to create entertaining aquatic choreography and light effects.

Mimic Robotics | hong kong

We focus on teach programmable automation robots. Program a robot in seconds without learning complex software.

Origami Robotics | usa

Makers of Romibo, an engaging little robot used in autism therapy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TM64bLzyuY

Robotics Technologies of Tennessee | usa

Developer of mobile robotic manufacturing platforms supporting field fabrication and inspection. Our systems enable fabrication applications like welding, cutting, gouging and other surface preparation applications.

The Educated Robot | usa

The Educated Robot is dedicated to providing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) opportunities to students by providing hands-on learning with robotics. We design fun and educational robotics oriented kits and the corresponding curriculum that make learning science and math fun.

CAST YOUR VOTE FOR “PEOPLE’S CHOICE”

VOTING CLOSES ON TUESDAY MAY 6 AT 6PM [PDT]

 



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Andra Keay is the Managing Director of Silicon Valley Robotics, founder of Women in Robotics and is a mentor, investor and advisor to startups, accelerators and think tanks, with a strong interest in commercializing socially positive robotics and AI.
Andra Keay is the Managing Director of Silicon Valley Robotics, founder of Women in Robotics and is a mentor, investor and advisor to startups, accelerators and think tanks, with a strong interest in commercializing socially positive robotics and AI.

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