Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.80
March 04, 2022
…the technology, and the role the United Arab Emirates' government has played in encouraging women to pursue careers in robotics. Robots could make the world greener What is your experience working at the Autonomous Robotics Research Centre (ARRC)? Fatima Al Nuaimi, senior associate engineer at ARRC Al Nuaimi: At the Autonomous Robotics Research Centre, I support the team on different projects that are geared toward controlling a wheelchair using a brain-computer interface. I am still working on improving my skills in various topics as an engineer and researcher. My experience at ARRC so far has been first-rate. My team makes…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.71
March 04, 2022
…J. Doyle III, dean of SEAS. “This collaboration between government, academia, and our state’s robotics sector positions us to push the frontiers of knowledge, create new technologies, and most importantly, deliver life-changing solutions to patients.” Sargent College said it focuses on serving health care needs through academics, research, and clinical practice. It has more than 25 on-campus research facilities and clinical centers and offers degree programs in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech, language and hearing sciences, health science, human physiology, behavior and health, and nutrition. Funds go to four research projects The funding will initially support four specific research projects.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.47
February 25, 2022
…connect riders with business hubs, residential buildings, green spaces, government buildings, public transit stations, and more. The service operates from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT on Monday to Friday. It will provide pickups and dropoffs in downtown Las Vegas, including RTC Bonneville Transit Center, Las Vegas City Hall, Container Park, Las Vegas Arts District, and Clark County Government Center. Riders can download the Via app for more information and to book a ride. Motional is also testing self-driving cars in Los Angeles. Robotaxi race continues While Local Motors recently shut down, numerous technology companies and automakers are pursuing robotaxis…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.99
February 23, 2022
…manage the CSIRO Innovation Fund, founded by the Australian Government and its national science agency. “RIOS' combination of RaaS business model and adaptable end-to-end robotic workcell platform is the ideal answer to the labor and supply chain challenges facing manufacturers around the globe,” said Zimmerman. “Main Sequence was attracted to RIOS’ strong market traction, positive customer feedback and world-class team,” he said. “We’re also thrilled that RIOS is strategically tapping into Australia's ecosystem of industry experts, research institutions, and commercial companies to both commercialize innovative robotic technologies and get early access to the Australian market.” RIOS claimed that its value…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.31
February 21, 2022
…its systems are now working in locations including supermarkets, government facilities, hospitals, hotels, transportation stations, educational institutions, and restaurants. “We are very excited to surpass the 1,400 deployment mark in the Asia-Pacific region,” said Terence Yap, chairman of Guardforce AI. “Our established customer base and our 40-year history of providing professional services have allowed us to quickly ramp up deployments.” How did Guardforce, which has offices in Bangkok, Thailand, decide to move into robotics? “We offer technology to serve customer needs, from security to artificial intelligence,” Yap told Robotics 24/7. Free trials to collect data Guardforce AI began rolling out…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.17
February 19, 2022
…3. Both robots and humans up-skilling More and more governments, industry associations, and companies are seeing the need for basic robot and automation education at an early stage for the next generation, said the IFR. In addition to the training of workers in-house, external education routes can enhance staff learning programs. Robot manufacturers such as ABB, FANUC, KUKA, and Yaskawa all register between 10,000 and 30,000 participants in their robot classes across more than 30 countries every year. 4. Robots secure production International trade conflicts and the pandemic are driving manufacturing back closer to the customer. Supply-chain problems are leading…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.84
February 09, 2022
…the closing of a prior agreement with the Canadian government under the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) for a total of CAD 20 million ($16 million U.S.). Founded in 2006, Kinova designs and manufactures medical robots, assistive devices, and systems for research and education, as well as industrial and professional automation. The privately held company said its technology extends the capabilities of customers with a human-first approach to serve the growing need for robotics across increasingly complex applications. Graham Partners shares expertise “Kinova is expected to benefit from Graham Partners' deep domain expertise in medical and industrial technology, as well as…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.37
February 07, 2022
…public-private partnership with more than 300 members across industry, government, and academia. The Pittsburgh-based collaborative is supported by the U.S. Department of Defense and seeks to strengthen the U.S. industrial base and manufacturers of all sizes. ARM Endorsement Program criteria The ARM Institute launched its endorsement program alongside RoboticsCareer.org, which connects education seekers with manufacturing training. The program was conceptualized and created through the institute’s national consortium, giving equal voice to manufacturers, education providers, and government stakeholders. The organization said it evaluated program alignment with robotics career pathways and competencies. It evaluated both organizations and their programs based upon the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.92
January 28, 2022
…requiring robotic technologies.” With members across industry, academia, and government, the ARM Insitute is a Manufacturing Innovation Institute (MII) funded by the Defense Department and is part of the Manufacturing USA network. The organization's goal is to help U.S. manufacturing be competitive and resilient through robotics and workforce development. President Joe Biden visited the institute in Pittsburgh today (remarks at 15:30 below). The ARM Institute, which has more than 330 members, has invested in over 90 technology and workforce projects to date. The institute said it plans to award nearly $4 million in funding for a total constribution of about…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.12
January 22, 2022
…access Your new team members have a mix of government/military, engineering, and business expertise. Is there one area in particular where Terradepth is looking to expand? Kauffman: This year, our primary focus is offshore wind site surveys and infrastructure inspection. Will there be different levels of access to the Virtual Ocean? Will customers be able to share survey data? Kauffman: There will be different levels. For example, we want schools to have access for their students to be able to virtually explore the ocean, and we do not expect this to be a profit center. Those costs will be subsidized…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.63
January 20, 2022
…does not have a similarly centralized industrial policy, China's government recently released its second five-year plan. “China released the second five-year development plan for the robotics industry – following 2016 to 2020,” explained Song Xiaogang, executive director and secretary-general of the China Robot Industry Alliance (CRIA). “The plan has great guiding significance for promoting the high-quality development of China's robotics industry during the 14th period.” “Robots are the key equipment of modern industry,” Song Xiaogang added. “The new five-year plan leads the digital development and intelligent upgrading in China and also helps to promote the global robot technology progress.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.25
January 18, 2022
…from Salem State University. Andrew Burcham, Terradepth VP of government, defense business development In October, Andrew Burcham joined Terradepth as the company’s first vice president of business development, government, and defense. He has about two decades of experience developing and monetizing unmanned vehicles and sensor solutions for national security applications. Burcham specializes in bringing disruptive technologies to market within the maritime industry, Terradepth said. Before coming to Terradepth, Burcham spent more than two years serving as president of Sensor Technology Engineering, a company that supplies the federal government with tactical radiation sensors to detect nuclear weapons. Prior to that role,…
