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Diving into ABB’s Discrete Automation Division
Rock solid sales satisfy investors, but is a heavy emphasis on automotive a drag on long-term innovation? Read more.
Download the deals that dominated the year View Robotics’ Top Transactions 2012


Polaris Expands Robotic Pool Cleaning Line
Added intelligence and four-wheel-drive enhance pool cleaner action and maneuverability

Neato Robotics Inc. Raises $12.2 Million
Newest round of financing for robot vacuum cleaners and household chores

Aethon Goes Asian with Mitsui (USA)
Aethon begins to explore potential expansion into Asian markets

In-depth Analysis
Robots May Help Kids with Special Needs
Robots ready to help kids diagnosed with autism, attention issues, and even those who suffer from abuse and behavioral disorders.

Analyst Outlook
Robot Surgicals Soar Higher on Wall Street
The value of fast-growing, robot-assisted surgery not lost on investors

Farm Robots Fill Gaps in Automation and Job Needs
A new generation of agricultural robots get ready for prime time

iRobot’s Colin Angle Charts New Healthcare Moves
Sees extending independent living at least one more year as key healthcare solution

In-depth Analysis
The Robots Among Us
Special, year-long series examines new-age robots and their ever-increasing impact on us all.

In-depth Analysis
Musings on eCommerce, Automation and Societal Change
Amazon’s purchase of Kiva Systems has less to do with productivity increases and cost reductions than with business realignment and massive social change.

Dan Kara Shares MIT Panel on Healthcare Robotics
Session also addresses key issues central to Kara’s upcoming research report

Hygienic Robots Getting More Food Prep Jobs
Robots have evolved rapidly and are making inroads with meat, poultry and dairy manufacturers.

Are Airborne Systems Next for ReconRobotics?
Acquistion of Xollai strongly hints at possibility

ST Robotics Introduces New Bench-top Robotic Arm
Low-cost, 6-axis articulated arm for complex tasks

ANT localization—Even more simple
Autonomous navigation system that requires no guidance infrastructure.

ABB Jokab Safety Seminar Schedule
Safety subjects demonstrate how to reduce personal injury to employees and to reduce financial risk.



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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