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  Zero-shot approach allows robots to manipulate articulated objects
  Credit: Zhao et al. To help humans to complete everyday manual tasks, robots should be able to reliably manipulate everyday objects that vary in shape, texture and size. Many conventional approaches to enable robotic manipulation of various objects rely on extensive training and precise programming, also delineating the properties of objects that the robots will … Read more
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  Zero Zero Robotics’ Founder Explains The Path to HoverAirX1
  Ten years. Two countries. Multiple redesigns. Some US $80 million invested. And, finally, Zero Zero Robotics has a product it says is ready for consumers, not just robotics hobbyists—the HoverAir X1. The company has sold several hundred thousand flying cameras since the HoverAir X1 started shipping last year. It hasn’t gotten the millions of units … Read more
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  Zen and the Art of Aibo Engineering
  When Sony’s robot dog, Aibo, was first launched in 1999, it was hailed as revolutionary and the first of its kind, promising to usher in a new industry of intelligent mobile machines for the home. But its success was far from certain. Legged robots were still in their infancy, and the idea of making an … Read more
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  ZDNET’s pick for the best robot vacuum and mop is $300 off for a limited time
  Maria Diaz/ZDNETWhat’s the deal?Our top pick for the best robot vacuum and mop combination, the Dreame X40 Ultra, is now discounted by $300 off its original price with an Amazon coupon.ZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Dreame X40 Ultra is available for $1,900, with a $300-off coupon available on Amazon.The X40 Ultra is a high-performing robot with excellent mapping … Read more
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  You’ll Soon Be Able to Book a Room at the World’s First 3D-Printed Hotel
  The first 3D-printed house in the US was unveiled just over six years ago. Since then, homes have been printed all over the country and the world, from Virginia to California and Mexico to Kenya. If you’re intrigued by the concept but not sure whether you’re ready to jump on the bandwagon, you’ll soon be … Read more
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  YOLO model for real-time object detection: A full guide
  Imagine watching a fast-paced sports game or a busy street and being able to instantly identify and track every moving object with just a single glance. That’s YOLO in action—processing images and videos rapidly to detect objects in real-time.But what exactly is a YOLO model, and why is it such a big deal?In this guide, … Read more
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  Women in Robotics Boston Chapter Meetup Summer 2024
  We had another successful Women in Robotics Boston Chapter meetup last night. Thank you to our participants and Johnson & Johnson and Michal Preminger, Head of Innovation, East North America for hosting us. A special shoutout to Manisha Shah-Bugaj, CEO of Activ Surgical, for joining us and sharing her invaluable insights. Your presence made a … Read more
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  Women in robotics at Boston Dynamics give career advice at MassRobotics event
  By Eugene Demaitre | September 13, 2024 – the Robot Report Boston Dynamics hosted MassRobotics’ latest Women in Robotics event. Credit: Sayo Tirrell, MassRobotics WALTHAM, Mass. — Women may be underrepresented in robotics, but there are opportunities for those who can collaborate, learn, and mentor, said speakers at a Women in Robotics event held by MassRobotics this week. … Read more
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  Wireless Radio Selection – Robots For Roboticists
  by David Kohanbash on May 2, 2022 Radios are used for different things; data, audio, video, etc.. In robotics they are most often used for transmitting data wirelessly. There are many different types of radios available to choose for your robotic system. There are … Read more
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  Will Automation Solve the Manufacturing Labor Shortage?
  Will Automation Solve the Manufacturing Labor Shortage? The answer is yes.  People want jobs that require something other than demanding, manual tasks. Repetitive, heavy lifting is both physically taxing and mentally unsatisfying. The aversion to labor-intensive jobs appears in economic statistics where 45% of durable good manufacturing positions remain unfilled in the United States, highlighting … Read more
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  Why the CP Series is Your Next Industrial Robot
  In packaging and palletizing, every second matters. It can make the difference between freshness or spoilage, efficiency or drudgery, winning and losing. It’s already quite the challenge, but when you factor in staffing issues that persist across manufacturing, that challenge quickly morphs into a problem. How are packaging and palletizing companies supposed to keep pace? … Read more
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  Why IoT needs edge computing for growth
  As connected devices become more advanced, the volume of data they generate has exploded, with vast amounts moving from IoT-enabled hardware to the cloud every second. While the cloud has driven enormous gains in data accessibility and processing power, there are scenarios where cloud will not be available 100% of the time, especially at the … Read more
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  Why Create Turnkey Robotic Solutions? 10 Great Benefits for Integrators
  As a robot integrator, custom robot integration projects have probably been your company’s “bread and butter” for years. But, this looks set to change. Turnkey solutions are increasingly a core offering for many integrators. The robotics landscape is now more competitive than ever before. New robot manufacturers, integrators, and OEMs arrive on the market every … Read more
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  Why automate your operations with cobots?
  In This Article What Are Cobots? Cobots & Workplace Safety Easy Integration into Industrial Workflow Cobots & Enhanced Productivity Cobots & Collaborative Efficiency Cobots & Cost-Effectiveness Cobots’ Challenges and Considerations The Way Forward for Cobots Looking For A Cobot? Collaborative robots, or “cobots,” have rapidly gained prominence across various industries, ushering in a new era … Read more
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  Why are strong patient-doctor relationships so crucial?
  When it comes to high-quality primary care, a strong patient-provider relationship is imperative. At the end of the day, care isn’t just about the services rendered — but rather, patients want to derive meaningful value from their overall experience with their doctors.  They want support and guidance from someone they can trust — someone that’s … Read more
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  Why Are More People Using This Buyer’s Guide?
  In the aftermath of the pandemic, the business environment has pushed manufacturers to evaluate (or reevaluate) automation. Manual, repetitive tasks – such as pallet stacking – are considered a logical initial focus. However, feedback from individuals attempting to find solutions remains consistent: the fragmented palletizing automation market makes navigating information challenging and time-consuming. This is … Read more
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  Which Device Is Right? Smartphones, Tablets, and Laptops In the USA
  Which Device Is Right? Smartphones, Tablets, and Laptops In the USA Have you ever been paralyzed wondering if you need a new phone, a tablet, or a laptop? All three sound good, but your wallet disagrees. At such a time, selecting the right device may seem like a daunting task! But never fear, you have … Read more
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  What’s coming up at #ICRA2024?
  The 2024 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) will take place from 13-17 May, in Yokohama, Japan. The event will feature plenary and keynote talks, technical sessions, posters, workshops and tutorials. Plenary speakers There are three plenary talks at the conference this year: Yoky Matsuoka – How to Turn a Roboticist into a … Read more
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  What’s All the Buzz?
  An intergalactic scouting team helmed by Robosen of Transformers fame travelled beyond infinity and battled the forces of Zurg to rescue Buzz – Buzz Lightyear that is. Or so it would seem. There really is nothing quite like seeing Buzz “in the flesh” as it were. Sure, he contains 23 servos, but unlike bare-bones battle … Read more
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  What’s the Difference Between Robotics and Artificial Intelligence?
   It is Robotics part of AI? Is AI part of robotics? What is the difference between the two terms? We answer this fundamental question. Robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) serve very different purposes. However, people often get them mixed up.  A lot of people wonder if robotics is a subset of artificial intelligence. Others wonder if … Read more