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  • NASA JPL Robotics

    NASA JPL Robotics focuses on projects for robotics space exploration and other terrestrial uses. They have developed autonomy software and sampling arms for the Mars rovers, allowing them to travel independently and record data. The lab has worked on…

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  • Samurai of Kuroda

    Samurai of Kuroda is a humanoid robot created to look like an actual Japanese Samurai. The robot can dance, drink and wield its spear when it seems to be threatened. Samurai of Kuroda fuses humanoid technology with entertainment thanks to these preprogrammed…

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  • WF

    WF-3RIX was developed by Waseda University. This robot uses advanced human organ simulation to mimic the flute-playing of a human. It has artificial fingers to trill the flute and a MIDI accompaniment system. Its artificial lungs have the same volume…

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  • ABU Robocon 2016

    The game of ABU Robocon 2016 is designed in order to create the awareness of efficient energy consumption and clean and renewable energy utilization.

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  • ARE 13

    The 2nd International Workshop on Adaptive Robotic Ecologies (ARE’13) is scheduled December 3-5, 2013 in Dublin. Here organizers aim to discover solutions that would enable robotic ecologies to be self-learning, -configuring, and -adapting.

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  • ECHORD++ best picture award

    Best Picture Award 2016 The ECHORD++ experiment teams have submitted pictures of their projects. The best picture will be awarded a beam+ telepresence robot. The winners will be announced on Thursday,

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  • Global Robot Expo 2017

    GLOBAL ROBOT EXPO is the definitive trade show to measure the current state of robotics and aims to provide a space where all stakeholders can showcase their technological achievements

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  • International BotBall Tournament

    The Global Conference on Educational Robotics is hosting the 2013 International Botball Tournament in the USA from July 6-10. This five-day competition gives students the opportunity to learn new things about robotics, and share them with other middle…

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  • IREX 2013

    Held November 6-9, the IREX 2013 allows robot enthusiasts, robot manufacturers and students to meet and discuss robotics and industrial technology. The exhibition aims to showcase various types of robots and devices from Japan and other areas of the world…

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  • Robotics As A Business

    Robotics as a Business Conference helps navigate the complexities of robotics technology towards the successful implementation of commercial robotics.

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  • Zero Robotics Tournament 2014

    Finalists in Zero Robotics tournament will compete at the International Space Station using SPHERES robots to navigate the International Space Station and avoid obstacles, as well as complete a specific mission that changes every year. Zero Robotics Tournament…

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  • Active Structures Lab.

    The Active Structures Laboratory of the Université Libre de Bruxelles specializes in such areas as walking machines and micro and mini robots. Some of their projects are being used in robotics facilities and space explorations. Projects the laboratory…

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  • AMC (Academic Medical Center)

    The Academic Medical Center (AMC) is one of the eight university medical centers in the Netherlands. It has three main functions, which include treatment of patients, provision of medical education and investment in medical and scientific research.

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  • Biomimetic Underwater Robot Program

    The Biomimetic Underwater Robot Program at Northeastern University specializes in biomimetic robots, autonomous underwater robots and biomimetic neurotechnology. So far they have created a lamprey-like robot designed for remote sensing operations in water…

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  • Center for Robotics and Manufacturing Systems

    The CRMS’ mission is to provide leading manufacturing research, engineering services, and skilled graduates that will help businesses be successful and competitive. Each year they offer services to more than 350 companies, businessmen, and agencies every…

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  • Chukyo U.

    Chukyo University in Japan is home to numerous programs in fields such as law and sports science. It is also home to one of Japan’s prominent robotics labs, the Kanoh Laboratory. The lab is famous for the Babyloid robot, which makes realistic baby sounds…

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  • CHUO U.

    Chou University in Japan is home to the Osumi Laboratory robotics lab, which develops advanced robot systems. Students learn how to exploit redundancy included in robotic systems and achieve cooperative handling based on position controllers. Their research…

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  • Exact Dynamics

    Dutch company Exact Dynamics develops robotic manipulators. It is involved in developing iArm and DAS robotic arm, which help people suffering from loss of motor function.

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  • FIRST

    FIRST was founded in 1989 by American inventor Dean Kamen and aims to design accessible, innovative programs that motivate young people to pursue education and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

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  • Flexible Robotic Environment

    FRE™ is a robotic solution that combines mechanical and motor/drive components with proprietary hardware, software and controls. The end result is a cost-effective, highly innovative, configurable,

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  • Gifu National College of Tech.

    Japan's Gifu National College of Technology is a premier institution for technology and engineering. Robotics are an important part of the technology program. Along with the SPICA and ZiN robots, the college has collaborated with some researchers from…

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  • ICS Computer Vision and Robotics Lab.

    The CVRL at Greece’s Institute of Computer Science was created to perform research and development in autonomous mobile robots. Among their robot creations is the Plato, a 4-wheeled skid drive robotic platform, and a Rotocraft Unmanned Aerial Vehicle.…

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  • Intelligent Robotics Research

    The IRR lab is home to many groundbreaking robotics developments, such as UT Austin Villa Robot Soccer Team and TEXPLORE. Their research makes it possible to create robot prototypes more quickly. The lab also conducts research on Neural Networks and…

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  • Kibertron Inc

    Based in Bulgaria, KIBERTRON Ltd. is an innovation company that was registered on March 11th, 2004. The company aims at working for the success of the KIBERTRON Project. The Robotics project focuses on researching, designing and constructing an intelligent…

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  • Kinova

    Kinova designs and produces personal robots. Its product, the Jaco robot, is a robotic arm mounted on electric wheelchair and is used for research and rehabilitation purposes.

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  • Kitagawa-Tsukagoshi Lab.

    The Kitagawa-Tsukagoshi Lab at the Tokyo Institute of Technology focuses on the development of robots that can be utilized in dangerous environments for search and rescue missions. One of their current projects is a robot that can use a sensor that is…

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  • Korea U. of Science and Tech.

    Korea Tech has had a 100% graduate career placement for 13 straight years and is the number one university in the country. Their School of Mechanical Engineering established the KUT BioRobotics Laboratory. The lab’s mission is to create and develop science,…

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  • Machine Intelligence Lab.

    The University of Florida’s MIL is home to the SubjuGator, an underwater unmanned vehicle and three-time AUVSI/ONR underwater contest champion. The lab’s primary focus is on such robotics issues as real-time computer vision, robotics kinematics and autonomous…

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  • NEMO

    Being largest science center of the Netherlands, NEMO aims at providing an interactive and informal learning environment for visitors of all ages. One of the goals of NEMO is to encourage children to develop their interest in science and technology.

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  • NTS Optel

    Founded in 1986, NTS Optel specializes in applied optics, opto-electronics and laser technology. The company is equipped with an optic and electronic laboratory where experiments and measurements can be performed.

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  • Pennsylvania U.

    UPenn’s Masters Program in Robotics is recognized as one of the top premier research centers in the country today. It provides students with an ideal foundation for artificial intelligence, computer vision, and the prototyping of robotic systems. Among…

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  • Queen's U.

    Based in Kingston, Ontario, Queen's University is a well-known Canadian public research univer-sity. Students at the university have developed the FANUC F-200i Robot and addressed the fail-ure analysis of the DEXTER parallel manipulator.

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  • Reade

    Reade came into being from the merger of two rehabilitation systems, which now offer specialized care, support and advice to hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Reade offers and develops excellent quality rehabilitation medicine as well as rheumatology.

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  • Rijndam (Rotterdam)

    Rijndam specializes in complex medical rehabilitation issues. The organization has been teaching children, youth and adults about dealing with the effects of a disorder, accident or disease for more than 100 years.

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  • RobotBasic

    RobotBASIC develops unique hardware and software solutions for developing hobby and educational robots. Our RobotBASIC Robot Operating System (RROS) is, by far, the easiest way to build a REAL robot.

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  • Robotics Inst. Robot Learning Lab.

    CMU’s Robot Education Lab has tackled a wide range of robotics fields, including intelligent manufacturing, nano-robots and anthropomorphic robots. Recently the lab developed the snakebot: a robot capable of moving like a snake. The founders of the Robotics…

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  • Robotics & Process Control

    The University of Kaiserslautern’s Robotics and Process Research Group worked on the development and creation of autonomous mobile robots. The Group disbanded in 2001, but played a significant role in a number of robotics projects before it ceased to…

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  • Robotics Research Group

    The Robotics Research Group was established in 1985 and is part of the University of Oxford. This distinguished group of robotics researchers have a goal of creating a robot that can determine where its location is without the help of an expensive infrastructure.…

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  • Sabanci U.

    The Sabanci University Robotics Research Laboratory Platform is part of the school's commitment to academic excellence and providing students with all the skills they need to succeed after graduation. The lab's recent work includes the SURALP humanoid…

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  • Seventh Framework Programme (FP7)

    FP7 is a financial tool for promoting research in Europe. The 7-year program aims at meeting increased demands of employment and competitiveness. It is expected to play an important role in promoting private investment in research.

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  • Shiga U. of Medical Science Hospital

    The Shiga University of Medical Science Hospital has departments in nearly every medical field available. The school has expanded its offerings to include work in the robotics field, to help equip students with advanced technology. Researchers helped…

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  • Snoek Advies

    Snoek Advies is a Dutch company that has a goal of providing solutions to medical problems. The company believes in developing new technologies, products or services to provide the right medical services at affordable costs.

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  • State Research Center of Russia

    The State Research Center of Russia is one of the largest research centers in the country. This unique test lab is quickly becoming one of the major development institutes in mobile robotic systems for special apps. It successfully managed to complete…

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  • Tongmyong U.

    South Korea’s Tongmyong University’s is one of the country’s most distinguished schools. It has been selected for several projects and as a model for local employment and human resources development. The Department of Robot System Engineering has also…

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  • U. of Southern California (USC)

    USC is one of the leading robotics universities in the U.S. The USC Robotics Research Laboratory works on projects in service and humanoid robots, among others, for everything from Homeland Security to environmental cleanup. The goal of the lab is to…

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  • University of Twente

    Based in the Netherlands, the University of Twente (UT) is a Dutch research university that focuses on technical development and its implications for individuals as well as society. UT is involved in two important robotics projects i.e. LOPES and ROBAR.

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  • Virginia Tech

    Started as an agricultural and mechanical land-grant college in 1872, Virginia Tech is a research university that offers 65 Bachelor’s degrees through its seven undergraduate academic colleges, 145 masters’ as well as doctoral degree programs through…

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  • Vision & Robotics Research

    The Vision and Robotics Research at the University of Rochester was a recipient of NASA’s prestigious “Cool Robot of the Week” award. The lab focuses on techniques that require little or no calibration, making them suitable to use in natural everyday…

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  • Waseda U.

    Waseda University in Japan is one of the most prestigious universities in Asia. The school’s robotics research dates back to 1970, when Professor Ichiro Kato began researching anthropomorphic robots and started the WABOT Project. In 2000, the university…

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  • SGR-A1

    SGR-A1 is a military robot guard with tracking, firing, surveillance and voice recognition systems. It will warn if it detects an intruder. SGR-A1 can also provide firepower from a machine gun and automatic grenade launcher.

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  • Sky Armor

    The Japanese company Bandai developed a flying humanoid called Sky Armor. It is small and lightweight, has two propellers on its shoulders, and can fly in four directions.

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  • Sweepy Free

    Sweepy Free is an automated electric pool cleaner by Zodiac PoolCare. Its steering system and navigation technology allows it to clean pools of many shapes and sizes.

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  • Trilobite 2.0

    The Trilobite 2.0 is a vast improvement over the original. Not only does it recharge itself, a smart sensor allows it to map an entire room as it cleans the edges. It can even be used in difficult areas such as under furniture. Trilobite 2.0 has an electronic…

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  • WF

    WF-4 is Waseda University's improved version of flutist robot WF-3RIX. Among the changes made to this anthropomorphic robot are better sound quality from the flute. The vibrato mechanism was moved to the back of the neck, giving it a more human appearance.…

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  • WT

    Waseda University developed WT-2, a robot which can produce human-like voices. It can be used to train vocally impaired people. WT-2 has vocal organs that have 15 degrees of freedom, which contributes to its exceptional voice quality.

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  • WT

    Waseda University developed its fifth talking robot, WT-5, in 2005. It has mechanical lips and vocal chords, as well as lungs and a nasal cavity. The robot has a new vocal cord mechanism and produces vibration patterns similar to those in real human speech.…

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