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HDT Engineered Technologies Enters Arms Race 

Posted Jun 15, 2010; Article type: Industry update

HDT leverages DARPA’s Revolutionizing Prosthetics 2009 program research to develop an advanced robotic arm.

Contineo Robotics Launches 

Posted May 25, 2010; Article type: Industry update

This new R&D company is focused on commercializing dexterous manipulation and control system technologies for first-responder and military EOD markets. Contineo and parent Orthocare Innovations will share research and technology.

AeroVironment’s Mixed Bag  [ Read excerpt ]

Posted May 24, 2010; Article type: Industry analysis

The unmanned aerial systems developer misses Q3 revenue estimates and cuts FY2010 revenue projections. Yet long-term prospects, including a possible acquisition, remain strong.

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Implications of AAI’s UAS Fee-for-Service Announcement  [ Read excerpt ]

Posted Apr 14, 2010; Article type: Industry analysis

The company’s move to expand its leasing efforts is appealing for both military and civilian UAS operations, and highlights the current trend and future expectations.

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UAV Market Possible Swing Vote in EaglePicher Technologies Acquisition  [ Read excerpt ]

Posted Mar 3, 2010; Article type: Industry analysis

The acquisition of EaglePicher Technologies comes not without a downside for seller EaglePicher, nor risk for buyer OM Group. The UAV market helped tilt the decision for the sale.

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