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Security Resource Center
RE2, Inc. to Deliver Robotic Manipulator Arms to Afghanistan
The complete system will provide troops with a dismounted light-weight, yet robust micro-unmanned ground vehicle. Read more.
Secretary of Defense Panetta will continue to invest in utilizing unmanned systems to protect and work with troops in theater. View AUVSI Applauds DOD for Con­tin­ued Funding of Unmanned Systems


Security News
Brazil, iRobot & Terrorist Threats Equal $7.2M Robot Sale
On guard: Aftermath of the Boston Bombing rippling into events worldwide

Lone Star State Robotics
Texas has long been a hotbed of robotics innovation. You just haven't noticed it...until now

An American in Genoa: RoboBusiness Europe 2013
The long-awaited big bang in robotics might well be an all-EU event

U.S. Navy Reaffirms Commitment to Autonomous Technology
Naval officials put forth the risks and benefits of military robots for air and sea

Robotics Business Review’s RBR50 List for 2013 Announced
50 companies representing today's game-changing technologies

ReconRobotics Announces Sales Up 50%+ for 2012
Company cites international team responsible for strong gains

CSIP Ltd. on the Hunt for a Buyer
The UK robotics company specializes in autonomous underwater vehicles featuring manipulator arms

DoD Rethinks Lethal, Autonomous Drones
Trying to avoid “unintended engagements” a/k/a deadly accidents

3D Robotics Attracts $5M in Funding Since CEO’s Wired Resignation
Investors say hyperactivity in robotics' maker community peaked their interest

Submit Your Robot Idea for the International Robotdalen Innovation Award
Deadline for applications is January 13, 2013

The Robot Operating System Initiative Reinvigorates Robotic Manufacturing and Research
A common framework to pave the way for the future of robotics

The Funding Challenges Facing Robotics Startups
Longer lead times and complicated hardware make attracting robotics investors challenging

Tips For The New Robotics Investor
There's a fortune to be made in robotics. Will you be the one making it?

Making Your Robotics Company a More Attractive Investment
An attorney’s tips on how intellectual property protection can promote your business

Bluefin Develops Deep Sea Docking Stations
A network of re-charge stations will support extended underwater missions



Special Focus: Top Transactions
Top Transactions

All of the robotics industry’s top reported orders, sales, investments, mergers & acquisitions and financial events of 2012 now available in one downloadable doc!


Medrobotics Closes on $10M in Financing

Robotics’ Top Transactions 2012

Finally, UK Funds Big Boost in Robotics: $55M

Persimmon Technologies Closes Series B Funding with $5.8M

Medrobotics Completes $33.6M in Series D Financing
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