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ReconRobotics Announces Acquisition of Systems Engineering Firm, Xollai

ReconRobotics provides micro-robot systems for defense and law enforcement. It recently declared that it has acquired systems engineering firm, Xollai.

6 Apr 2012

iRobot PackBot and Warrior Robots Enable Operations in U.S. Nuclear Power Plant

iRobot, a supplier of innovative solutions based on robotic technology, declared that Progress Energy has procured three robots from the company. It has now been deployed for effective use at the Robinson Nuclear Plant in Hartsville region.

From iRobot Corporation 4 Apr 2012

Saarland Research Team Develops Dexterous Robotic Hand

In association with Bologna and Naples scientists, the Saarland University researchers have constructed a robotic hand using actuators, which is larger than a human arm. Having the ability to twist strings, the small electric motors were used as essential components for designing the innovative string actuator. Though delicate, the robotic hand will be a powerful tool for operation in harsh environments or for assisting house-hold chores.

2 Apr 2012

KUKA Robotics to Introduce KR QUANTEC Robot Series at NPE 2012

KUKA Robotics’ KR QUANTEC K shelf-mounted robot array will make its first appearance in North America during the launch of the QUANTEC KR 120 R3900 Ultra.

From KUKA Aktiengesellschaft 2 Apr 2012

Adept Technology Showcases Quattro s650 Robot at INDUSTRIE Paris 2012 show

Adept Technology, a supplier of autonomous mobile solutions and intelligent robots declared that it will exhibit its range of simplified solutions this week at the INDUSTRIE Paris 2012 show in Paris, France at the Paris Nord Villepinte.

31 Mar 2012

UTSA iTEC Hosts 2012 Getting Excited About Robotics Competition

The 2012 Getting Excited About Robotics (G.E.A.R.) Competition is being conducted by the Interactive Technology Experience Center (iTEC) in the UTSA College of Engineering on March 31, 2012.

28 Mar 2012

Report on Analysis of Global Factory Automation Market

MarketsandMarkets released a new market research report titled ‘Industrial Controls (SCADA, PLC, DCS) and Factory Automation (Field Devices, MES, ERP) Market : Global Forecast and Analysis (2011 - 2016)’.

28 Mar 2012

Automated Systems Manufacturer PaR Systems Receives Governor’s International Trade Award

PaR Systems, a producer of advanced engineered equipment and systems, recently declared that it has been presented with the 2012 Governor’s International Trade Award from Minnesota Trade Office by Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton.

From PaR Systems, Inc. 27 Mar 2012

ABB Robotics Releases Versatile and Cost-Effective PalletPack 460

ABB Robotics has unveiled the PalletPack 460, a specifically designed package made up of robotic palletizing components. It is characterized by the new IRB 460 robot that supports high-speed end-of-line palletizing. Integrated hardware with full documentation has been incorporated in this innovative configuration.

From ABB Robotics 16 Mar 2012

Adept Technology Becomes Preferred Global Supplier for Advanced Robotic Solutions

Adept Technology, a supplier of autonomous mobile solutions and intelligent robots, declared that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with one of the Fortune Global 500 listed South Korean multinational manufacturer.

3 Mar 2012