• Telesar V: Your Next Telepresence Robot Avatar

    Updated: 2011-11-07 22:00:43
    Can’t make it to the big meeting in person? Send a robot in your place. Everybody’s going to be doing it, until board rooms are full of nothing but robots. Why not just use the phone you might say? Because robots are much cooler. Professor…

  • Robots: Made in Brazil

    Updated: 2011-11-07 14:44:24
    : All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account Robots : Made in Brazil Posted 7 Nov 2011 at 14:44 UTC by IKE_RobotsPodcast In the new episode of Robots Podcast we take you all the way to Brazil . Marcelo Becker from the University of São Paulo USP talks to us about how mobile robots are going to help change agriculture , manufacturing and driving in his country . We then speak with Marcel de Sena Dall†Agnol a student at USP about the excellent robotics competition they organized at SEMATRON , which is a mechatronics conference organized by USP undergraduates . To learn more about robotics in Brazil read on or tune in Robot of the Day Ir ArmBot Built by Christian Vlaskowits Recent blogs 4 Nov 2011 mwaibel Master 31 Oct 2011 jmhenry

  • HRP-4C Miim walks like a human

    Updated: 2011-11-04 11:10:52
    All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account HRP-4C Miim walks like a human Posted 4 Nov 2011 at 11:10 UTC by IKE_RobotsPodcast Researchers from Advanced Industrial Science and Technology Institute of Japan AIST just released this new video of the HRP-4C Miim robot that they develop . The human-like robot is now able to walk smoothly , its or her knees are stretched by the vertical movement of the waist , the single-toe supporting realizes longer strides and the legs perform the swing motion of the human equivalent . Technical details were recently presented at IROS 2011. You can find more info at AIST official Web site and Intelligent Systems Research Institute Robot of the Day Robot Mk1 Built by Joseph Birr-Pixton Recent blogs 4

  • Simon Fraser University develops TBCP-11 robots that can climb smooth surfaces, like geckos

    Updated: 2011-11-02 18:17:30
    It’s not quite a real gecko, but it does a good job of acting like one. The new robotic creation from Simon Fraser University is an impressive development in this type of technology. Researchers at the university have created a robot with a tank-like body that is able to scale walls. It has sticky toes [...]

  • New video of PETMAN humanoid robot

    Updated: 2011-11-02 01:06:17
    All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account New video of PETMAN humanoid robot Posted 2 Nov 2011 at 01:06 UTC by IKE_RobotsPodcast Boston Dynamics published another video that went viral . The featured PETMAN humanoid robot walks and performs some basic but very human-like moves . However the lack of head and its general appearance keep it well deep inside the uncanny valley Despite the direct science fiction references and its imposing stance , PETMAN is to be used only as test equipment for protective gear and clothing for the US Army . For that reason it mimics the dimensions , behavior and movement of a human body in order to accurately emulate the stresses and forces it impose to the tested gear . PETMAN isn†t Boston

  • Robot Heart Stories: Help a Space Bot Get Home

    Updated: 2011-11-01 19:18:29
    : All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account Robot Heart Stories : Help a Space Bot Get Home Posted 1 Nov 2011 at 19:18 UTC by steve   At Noon EST on Oct 17, a robot from space crash landed in Montreal , Quebec . Her mission : collect scientific data about Earth civilization and return home . Because of the crash , the robot's only chance at getting home is to be aboard an Earth made space craft that will be launched from Los Angeles , California . French-speaking students as a Montreal school and English and Spanish speaking students at an LA school must all work together to help the robot get home . The students will need to use their science , geography , math , and creative writing skills to guide her across the continent .

  • Keep Your Toddler Away from Your Electronics with a Toy Mobile Phone

    Updated: 2011-11-01 08:17:24
    People tend to use all manner of descriptive language to describe today’s mobile phones. There are a few words that are not generally bandied about in the mobile phone discussion, words like “durable” or “waterproof”. Due to the high cost of some of the higher-end smart phones, people have learned to be very careful [...]

  • Cheap Arduino controlled robotic arm

    Updated: 2011-10-31 11:24:29
    All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account Cheap Arduino controlled robotic arm Posted 31 Oct 2011 at 11:24 UTC by IKE_RobotsPodcast Chris Anderson from DIYdrones published a small tutorial on how to convert a cheap small robotic arm to a fully programmable Arduino controlled robot . The total cost is around 100$ and the ingredients are a OWI Robot Edge Arm , an Arduino Uno , a motor shield and some cheap components . There is an extensive tutorial at instructables.com you can try making it or use it as a component for more elaborate robots . Robot of the Day Explorer Built by Tommy Renglin Recent blogs 28 Oct 2011 steve Master 21 Oct 2011 mwaibel Master 20 Oct 2011 Flanneltron Journeyer 16 Oct 2011 milk3dfx Observer 14 Oct 2011

  • The Best Toy Jewelry for Kids

    Updated: 2011-10-30 21:57:21
    If you are looking for a fun way to entertain your kids, consider a fun twist on toys. Instead of the typical toys – dolls or trucks – many people are turning to toy jewelry to entertain their children. These toy jewelry options are fun, easy-to-use, and often interactive. And, in many [...]

  • 2011 Loebner Prize

    Updated: 2011-10-27 20:22:39
    All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account 2011 Loebner Prize Posted 27 Oct 2011 at 19:22 UTC by steve The 2011 Loebner Prize competition is over and the winner is . Rosette by Bruce Wilcox , who scored 1.5 and wins the bronze medal and 4000 USD . None of the entries fooled the judges , so no silver or gold medal was awarded . As far as we know the Minsky Loebner Prize Revocation Prize has still not been awarded either . Judges this year included Noel Sharkey , Antony Galton , Paul Marks , and Jonny O'Callaghan . This year's event was held at the University of Exeter . The rest of the 2011 results can be found on the Exeter website . Full transcripts have not been published yet but should appear on the Loebner website shortly . The

  • Octant: A One Man, Multiple Robot Band

    Updated: 2011-10-25 21:59:47
    : , All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account Octant : A One Man , Multiple Robot Band Posted 25 Oct 2011 at 20:59 UTC by steve   Carly of NYC BreakThru Radio writes to tell us about a new robot human band called Octant We're featuring an awesome new video from one-man-band Octant . His unmanned robot backing band is a truly unique orchestration of self-playing instruments , and it adds a whole other level of wonder to his performance . I saw that you recently posted about a robot band and thought you might be interested in this CMJ performer Read on to see another video of Octant performing a song called Invisible Kites And , if you want , check out previous robot bands we've mentioned including The Trons the Bit-52s and of

  • Robots Podcast #89: Ballbot and Kilobots at IROS

    Updated: 2011-10-25 17:47:52
    Following up on her whirlwind tour of IROS, Sabine provides us with a closer look at two systems which were demonstrated at IROS. The first of these, the Rezero Ballbot, balances and moves on a single ball driven by three wheels. (see composite photo above) Sabine also talks with Mike Rubenstein of the Kilobot Project at Harvard University. A Kilobot is a small, inexpensive robot used for the study of collective behavior.Read On or Tune In

  • Random Robot Roundup

    Updated: 2011-10-24 23:07:24
    The Swirling Brain alerted us to a cool story about robots that build other robots or new parts for themselves using a "foam synthesizer", basically a 3D print combined with a robot. He also noticed a new report on IBM's cognitive computing goals. VIA let us know about a new Mini-ITX motherboard with lots of I/O - if you've tried it out, let us know if it's any good for robotics use. Our Plastic Pals sent us a video of a pneumatically-driven quadruped robot. And, last up, a reality TV show called King of the Nerds tells us they are looking some "brilliant young robot makers" in the 21-30 age range. If you want to be on TV send them an email. Know any other robot news, gossip, or amazing facts we should report? Send 'em our way please. And don't forget to follow us on twitter.

  • Solar Power International 2011 Report

    Updated: 2011-10-21 21:02:40
    The 2011 Solar Power International conference was held at Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, TX. That's so close, I had to stop by and check things out. Sure, most of what's there is large scale photovoltaic panels; some suitable for setting up solar power generation plants, others for on or off grid use on buildings. But there are also solar panels suitable for use in robotics. Adding solar cells or panels to a robot is good way to increase its autonomy and many ground, sea, and air robots are beginning to rely on them. Read on for more photos and info.

  • RobotShop Ultimate Challenge: Neato XV-11 Results In; Roomba Outclassed

    Updated: 2011-10-21 17:53:24
    If you were at all curious how the Neato XV-11 performed in the RobotShop Ultimate Challenge, then this post is for you. RobotShop has done the tests, compiled the results, and put it all together for you. The  findings may (or may not) surprise you. For anyone thinking of buying a robot vacuum cleaner, you [...]

  • Robot Vacuums Revolt! Meet the E.ziclean Revolution

    Updated: 2011-10-21 17:36:07
    European RobotShop customers rejoice! The all-new E.ziclean Revolution by e.zicom is now available for purchase in Europe and should instigate many households to become cleaner and healthier. Will this robot be the first to trigger the Robolution? We don’t know…but it probably will. Seemingly inspired by Che Guevara’s beret, this robot comes in two colours, rebellious-red and bold-black. [...]

  • IMU for NXT from Dexter Industries

    Updated: 2011-10-17 17:08:40
    All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account IMU for NXT from Dexter Industries Posted 17 Oct 2011 at 16:08 UTC by steve Want to build a NXT-based balancing robot like the one shown in the video above You'll be needing an inertial measurement unit IMU and Dexter Industries has announced just what you're looking for . John Cole of Dexter Industries , writes We wanted to show off our latest product : we're releasing an inertial motion unit IMU for the Lego Mindstorms NXT . Some of our testers have managed to do some really cool stuff , including a balancing Segway with the lego mindstorms . NXT You can find all the details about the sensor , known as the dIMU , on the Dexter Industries website The gyroscope works at three different

  • UIUC Solar Robot with Weed-Vision

    Updated: 2011-10-13 20:08:56
    All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account UIUC Solar Robot with Weed-Vision Posted 13 Oct 2011 at 19:08 UTC by steve This seems to be the week for solar powered farm bot news . A new article over at Vision Systems Design talks about the vision system of a UIUC ag robot and how it can see weeds . The robot is actually a couple of years old but this new story offers more detail on the vision system design that previous stories . UIUC researchers at the Illinois Laboratory for Agricultural Remote Sensing developed this solar powered robot for search-and-destroy missions against weeds . The robot started out as a remote sensing C-FAR project . Lei Tian explains the origins and move to solar : power We were collecting field data from

  • Collectible Toy Clocks

    Updated: 2011-10-13 17:45:27
    Many people consider a clock as simply as means for telling time. And while a clock does serve this purpose, it can also mean more for many people. In fact, lots of individuals collect clocks. There are a variety of clocks that have value and are considered collectibles. However, the toy [...]

  • Happy Blankie Named Best Pick for Dr. Toy’s 2011 List

    Updated: 2011-10-12 19:45:30
    . Home About Disclosure Privacy Toys Reviewed Toys for Boys Toys for Girls Best Toys 2011 Toys By Age Top Toys For Boys Best Toys Baby Boys Best Toys 1 Year Old Boys Best Toys 2 Year Old Boys Best Toys 3 Year Old Boys Best Toys 4 Year Old Boys Best Toys 5 Year Old Boys Best Toys 6 Year Old Boys Best Toys 7 Year Old Boys Best Toys 8 Year Old Boys Best Toys 9 Year Old Boys Best Toys 10 Year Old Boys Best Toys 11 Year Old Boys Best Toys 12 Year Old Boys Best Toys 13 Year Old Boys Best Toys 14 Year Old Boys Top Toys For Girls Best Toys for Baby Girls Best Toys 1 Year Old Girls Best Toys 2 Year Old Girls Best Toys 3 Year Old Girls Best Toys 4 Year Old Girls Best Toys 5 Year Old Girls Best Toys 6 Year Old Girls Best Toys 7 Year Old Girls Best Toys 8 Year Old Girls Best Toys 9 Year Old Girls Best

  • Solar Powered Crop Harvesting Robot

    Updated: 2011-10-11 21:04:32
    All the news that's fit to assimilate Home Blogs Events Robots Humans Projects Podcasts About Account Solar Powered Crop Harvesting Robot Posted 11 Oct 2011 at 20:04 UTC by steve The winner of last month's Intel India Embedded Challenge was the solar powered crop harvesting robot pictured above . A better shot of the robot itself can be found in The Hindu The winning entry was developed by T J David and Kudikala Shravan Kumar of the International Institute of Information Technology in Hyderabad , India . The robot requires just 500 Watts of power , which can be supplied by on-board solar panels or from the grid . It can be adjusted to harvest a variety of crop types at 80 less cost than conventional harvesting machines . An Indian Tech Online article provides this description of the :

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