Teledyne DALSA, a Teledyne Technologies company and global leader in machine vision technology, today introduced a new model to its high-value Genie™ Nano GigE Vision camera series. Built around the ON Semiconductor® AR1820HS 18 Megapixel, backside illuminated (BSI) image sensor, this new camera (C4900) brings system integrators and OEMs even greater choice from a growing […]
Medrobotics confirms $20m funding round
Medrobotics, which developed the Flex robot-assisted surgery platform, today confirmed a $20 million funding round 1st reported by MassDevice.com last month. The Raynham, Mass.-based company won expanded CE Mark approval in the European Union last October for Flex for performing colorectal procedures. The system won 510(k) clearance from the FDA for transoral procedures in July 2015 (that indication…
Should Robots That Take Jobs Pay Taxes?
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates say robots should pay taxes if they take jobs from humans. Do you agree?
Shakey, World’s First Mobile Robot, Honored by IEEE
In honor of Shakey the robot, watch this 1969 documentary about the world’s first mobile, intelligent robot.
Transcript: How mechatronics is taking additive manufacturing to the next level
I think you would have to live under a rock to have not been exposed to the term “additive manufacturing.” 3D printing, quite honestly, there was somewhat of a hype bubble that has burst, but the good news is the market is transitioning from that hype hangover and really getting down to business and getting […]
MassRobotics Opens Boston Startups Space
Boston startups focusing on robotics, drones, self-driving cars, and AI can rent part of MassRobotics’ new Shared Robotics Innovation Space, which provides infrastructure and tech and business support.
European Parliament’s motion on robotics regulation may bolster bureaucracy
The European Parliament’s resolution suggests a set of measures to the European Commission that should apparently overcome supposedly negative legal and ethical implications of robotics and artificial intelligence for the European citizens. EUnited Robotics urges all stakeholders to use the terms “robot” and “robotics” with greater precision rather than applying them to a wide range […]
How surgical robots are creating super surgeons
Faster than a scalpel-wielding hand, able to snake to hard-to-reach surgical sites in a single bound—future surgeons will be super surgeons, all thanks to robotics. Alistair Fleming, VP Medical at Sagentia In many industries, the advance of robotics has created worries about robots supplanting humans. But in the world of surgery, the next generation of…
FIPA introduces new 2016 Series sprue grippers
FIPA Inc., a leading manufacturer of advanced vacuum technology, gripper systems, air nippers, tube lifters, and End-of-Arm-Tooling (EOAT), has released the new 2016 Series self-centering, gap-free sprue grippers. Featuring a wide jaw opening, high closing force, single-acting operation, and easy assembly and disassembly, the new grippers are also available with optional direct sensing capabilities and […]
Mazor Robotics dips despite Street-beating Q4, 2016
Mazor Robotics (NSDQ:MZOR) shares are down this morning despite the company’s report that both 4th-quarter and full-year results topped expectations on Wall Street. The Caesarea, Israel-based robot-assisted surgery company posted widened losses of -$4.2 million, or -9¢ per share, on sales of $14.0 million for the 3 months ended Dec. 31. That amounts to a 48.8% increase…
Argo AI Gets Picked Up by Ford for $1B
Founded by former Google and Uber leaders, Argo AI include roboticists and engineers from Ford and other companies working to develop software for Ford’s fully autonomous vehicle coming in 2021.
Milwaukee Robotics Coalition hosting launch party
The Milwaukee Robotics Coalition is hosting a Launch Party on Saturday, February 25, 2017. The event will be held at 42 Lounge and is described as an evening of information, networking, and fun. Thanks to their generosity, MRC is able to offer free entry and dedicated televisions to watch and listen to the FRC Premiere Night stream! […]
Corindus inks Japanese distribution deal for CorPath GRX
Corindus Vascular Robotics (OTC:CVRS) said today that it inked a Japanese distribution deal for its CorPath GRX device that includes a $2 million advance and provision for 12 of the robot-assisted surgery platforms. The deal with MC Healthcare subsidiary Japan Medicalnext calls for an initial order of a dozen systems within 30 days with a $2 million advance toward the…
Amazon Echo, Google Home Want to Let You Make Phone Calls
Amazon Echo and Google Home are reportedly looking to add the ability to make voice calls to the smart speakers, but concerns about privacy, emergency services, and regulatory hurdles are slowing down the process.
42 Megapixel USB 3.0 industrial camera captures image details previously unobtainable
The Imaging Source, international manufacturer of machine vision cameras and software for industrial imaging, has just announced the introduction of a newly developed 42 megapixel industrial camera featuring a USB 3.0 interface. Based on the newest high-resolution CMOS technology, the camera features exceptional image and color quality as well as automatic color correction. Via the […]
Siemens partners with U.S. technical schools for L.E.A.P. initiative
Today, Siemens announced the launch of a new workforce development program for secondary and technical schools across America called L.E.A.P. — the Lifelong Educational Advantage Program. Made available through Siemens Cooperates with Education, the effort is designed to give high school and technical school graduates a basic-to-advanced machine tool knowledge that will benefit them in […]
Have you written any recent reports about stocks in the robotics industry?
I am often asked this question because I used to research and write 30+ articles about publicly-traded robotics companies each year. In addition to interesting stock activity, I also tabulated and charted the movement of those companies and reported and analyzed the results. Currently, I write about fundings, acquisitions and IPOs each month but I don’t speak…
ElliQ Robot Maker Intuition Robotics Raises Funding from iRobot
Intuition Robotics will open its U.S. headquarters in Silicon Valley in 2017 to bring on board key talent and start go-to-market operations in the U.S.
Drive.ai Self-Driving Car Handles Rainy Calif. Streets at Night
Watch Drive.ai’s self-driving car drive through the dark, rainy streets of Mountain View, California, flawlessly handling a busy four-way stop sign, a car that cuts it off, and a broken red light
Vision Research now sells Global 4K high-speed camera for aerospace and defense
Vision Research, a leading manufacturer of digital high-speed imaging systems, today introduces the Phantom Flex4K-GS, a high-speed camera with a 35mm, 9.4-megapixel sensor and global shutter. Designed for demanding applications in the scientific research, defense and aerospace industries, it builds upon the award-winning technology of Vision Research’s Phantom digital cinema products. The Flex4K-GS, developed on […]
SCHUNK TENDO Slim 4ax hydraulic expansion toolholder
With the SCHUNK TENDO Slim 4ax hydraulic expansion toolholder it is now possible to combine the complete outside geometry of heat shrinking mountings with the proven qualities of SCHUNK hydraulic expansion technology. The slim precision mounting makes it ideal for use in series production, particularly in the automotive industry. It was designed for axial operations, […]
Clamping force block with flexible chuck jaw monitoring
The TANDEM KSP plus clamping force block from SCHUNK is setting new standards in automated manufacturing. For the first time ever, a standardized clamping force block provides for flexible monitoring along the whole jaw stroke. Whether using I.D. or O.D. clamping, the positions “opened” or “clamped” for any base jaw position can be adjusted. Monitoring […]