AVRA Medical Robotics has stabilized its finances as it continues developing a fully autonomous surgical system and submitting it for regulatory approval.
January 2020 Robotics Transactions Start Off Strong
In January 2020, robotics investments and mergers and acquisitions showed continued strength across applications, even as economic challenges affected manufacturing and food service robots.
Titan Medical must raise $85M to bring Sport surgical robot to market
Titan Medical, which has delayed filing its Sport robot-assisted surgical system with the FDA, is looking for a buyer to help it commercialize Sport.
How flexible production systems hold the key to ROI
Flexible manufacturing can improve a company’s return on investment, and here are several examples of how automation and new processes benefit ROI.
Virtual Incision raises $20M for MIRA mini surgical robots
Company also applies to FDA to evaluate safety and efficacy of system for colon resection surgeries.
Sarcos Robotics Begins Delivery of Guardian XO Exoskeletons
Powered exoskeletons can assist humans with lifting up to 200 pounds in industrial and dangerous settings.
ICYMI: Surgical Robots Shine; Robots Ready for Black Friday
Highlighting additional news items from the world of robotics during the week.
Tiny Surgical Robots Require Equally Tiny Components
Robot that unfolds inside the body requires innovative engineering solutions.
Corindus Completes Simulated Telerobotic Surgery Across the U.S.
Demonstration aimed to show feasibility of long-distance, multi-location remote procedures for robotic heart surgery.
ICYMI: Robot News Wrapup from the Editor’s Inbox
Short news briefs to keep you informed of goings-on in the world of robotics, drones, and more.
How a Pediatric Robot is Making Education Real for Nursing Students
Robotic simulators help train medical students face real-life scenarios without endangering patients.
Researchers Build Flexible Robotic ‘Exosuit’ for Mobility Assistance
Less bulky system able to allow users with limited mobility to expend less energy when walking and running.
Eisenhower Health Deploys Auris Health Lung Cancer Detecting Robot
California hospital to use Auris Health Monarch Platform for detection and treatment of lung cancer.
Robots Aim to Improve Medication Management Tasks for Caregivers
New robot systems encourage engagement with patients and keep doctors and caregivers updated.
Stereotaxis, ADAS 3D Team Up on Irregular Heartbeat Identification
Combined software and robotic system helps doctors identify problems more effectively.
Neural Analytics Plans Human Study of Stroke Assessment Robot
Medical robotics firm teams with Louisiana center to conduct feasibility study.
Millennial Parents Show Growing Trust in AI, Robotics for Health Care
However, U.S. and U.K. trust in technology is lower than in other parts of the world.
Infographic: Nanobots and Nanotech Deliver Medicine’s Future
An overview of the latest nanobot and nanotechnology advances driving innovations in healthcare and medicine, including new challenges.
India Hospital Deploys CMR Surgical Versius Robot
First deployment aims to provide multiple procedures via robotic system.
OhmniLabs, ANA Holdings Partner on “Newme” Telerobotics Platform
As part of CEATEC exhibit, new robot will allow people to experience teleoperation experiences.
Parata Systems Launches New Pharmacy Vial-Filling Robot
Max 2 automates the labeling, filling, and capping of pharmacy vials.
A Closer Look at ABB’s New Research Hub for Healthcare Robotics
Partnership with Texas Medical Center innovation center shows desire to automate non-surgical tasks within hospitals.
Tombot Robotic Service Dog Wins 2019 Pitchfire, Hearts of Audience
Therapy animal helps seniors with dementia reduce symptoms and reliance on psychotropic medicine.
Diligent Robotics Launches Moxi Hospital Assistant, Raises $3M
Social intelligence and mobile manipulation features help workers with hospital tasks.
5 Industries that Robotics Have Disrupted Drastically
New applications and robots that continue to shape vertical industries.