Boston Dynamics shows off new hybrid robot
Posted on 2 Feb 2017 by Michael Cruickshank
US-based robotics company Boston Dynamics has shown off a new hybrid robot design in a presentation to investors.
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Cafe X debuts robotic barista
Posted on 31 Jan 2017 by Michael Cruickshank
US robotics startup Cafe X has debuted a fully robotic barista at a cafe in San Francisco's Metreon shopping center.
UN lays groundwork for killer robots ban
Posted on 19 Dec 2016 by Michael Cruickshank
A new UN decision has opened the path for a future ban on the use of ‘killer robots’ by member states.
Multi Carrier System: driving flexibility
Posted on 16 Dec 2016 by The Manufacturer
The Multi-Carrier-System (MCS) is a new, award-winning product transport solution. Keith Thornhill outlines some of the production benefits it offers. Nasa moves ahead with robotic satellite repair craft
Posted on 11 Dec 2016 by Michael Cruickshank
US space agency Nasa has this week announced new information regarding its plans to build an in-orbit satellite repair craft.
AMRC reveals potential robotics world first
Posted on 30 Nov 2016 by Jonny Williamson
Machining, composite and integrated manufacturing specialists at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre have joined forces to build what is believed to be the world’s first reconfigurable carbon composite robotic machine tool. The role of human factors in the future of manufacturing
Posted on 27 Nov 2016 by The Manufacturer
Human factors and ergonomics provide a scientific approach to prepare workers for an increasingly automated manufacturing environment. Dr Sarah Fletcher, lead, Manufacturing Group, Chartered Institute of Ergonomics & Human Factors and head of Industrial Psychology and Human Factors Group at Cranfield University, reports. RoboVent announces expansion into Europe and appointment of industry veteran Gary Keene
Posted on 2 Nov 2016 by The Manufacturer
RoboVent, the leading provider of clean air technologies for manufacturing, has announced it is expanding its operations to Europe in response to the increased need for clean air solutions.