The CRES is USC’s robotic systems research unit. The center’s research engages over 60 physical robots, with research on mobile, humanoid, molecular, and re-configurable robots. Some of their notable projects include Sony robot dogs, the Beobots Chimp…
DVC Machinevision is a distributor for vision components made by OEMs. The company sells machine vision software, industrial cameras, lenses and lighting, and is active in four markets.
Frog AGV Systems is involved in the development and selling of Automated Guided Vehicles to its clients to minimize costs and maximize reliability, availability and efficiency.
Being an innovative technology partner in the field of remote solutions, technical software, electronics supply and development and industrial mathematics, Sioux aims at supporting leading companies in the production and development of their products.
The Uppsala University is Sweden’s oldest university and ranks among the best universities in Northern Europe. It has been known for providing its students with vital knowledge and important hands-on experience, especially in the field of robotics.
Sony released its first canine entertainment robot, the AIBO ERS-110, in 1999. It sold over 5,000 units in the first week. The AIBO ERS-110 has a memory stick that allows you to customize the toy robot. It can walk, show different moods and respond to…
AIBO ERS-210 is Sony's second generation canine robot. This version offers more customization through five software packages. AIBO ERS-210 has software that allows you to help it "grow" from a puppy to an adult. A temperature sensor has also been added.
AIBO ERS-220 is Sony's fourth dog in the robotic canine series. This version has a digital camera to take photos for you. AIBO ERS-220 still has plenty of customizable games and movements that can be downloaded into its memory stick. It has a more futuristic…
Sony's AIBO ERS-311 is another cute robot dog. It is less expensive than previous models but has fewer features. AIBO ERS-311 still has good points, however, including more sensors. The Japanese version comes with a remote, but it only works for the Bluetooth-enabled…
AIBO ERS-312 by Sony, also called AIBO Macaron, is a rare version of their robotic canine. It still uses a memory stick for software programs and can respond to scolding and praise. The Japanese AIBO ERS-312 has Bluetooth, but no other version has wireless…
The AIBO ERS-31L is the last in SONY's robotic LM dog line. Like the other canine companions, it can speak and has speech recognition. The AIBO ERS-31L has a Clinic mode that helps to diagnose and fix most of the problem you might encounter with the…
The SONY AIBO ERS-7 is an entertainment robot dog. Besides being able to speak 1000 words, it can keep a diary with pictures and read blog for you. The AIBO ERS-7 is also capable of video and audio recording. It is customizable through its service packs.
The Korean company Dasatech developed a dog robot called Genibo. It is a security robot, and has a loud barking voice, a snout-mounted camera and blue LED eyes.
The Samsung Home Security Dog was a competitor to Sony’s AIBO. When Samsung launched the robot in 2001, it made headlines all over the world. The robot dog has a child-friendly appearance and can record video, making it a great home security tool. It…
If you are tired of being left out of photos, Sony's Party-Shot can change that. It automatically takes pictures and has facial and smile detection. It runs on two “AA” alkaline batteries or an AC adapter. Party-Shot can tilt, rotate and focus the camera…
Sony developed a humanoid called QRIO which has pinch detection sense. It has voice and face recognition, Wi-Fi, stereoscopic vision, visual mapping capacity and autonomous fingers.
Q. Taro is an entertainment robot made by SONY. It has glowing lights that change color depending on the robot's mood. SONY nicknamed it “healing creature” because it was designed to improve the relationship between humans and robots.
RoboPal was designed for research into directive, responsive, collaborative, and independent human-robot interaction. It also tags along on errands and carries groceries.
The Rolly robotic digital music player plays music and dances for your entertainment. Rolly has 2 GB of internal memory and can learn new moves through new motion files.
Sony's Dream robot, also known as SDR-3X, is a legged robot that can perform simple movements. It can walk, get up on its own, dance and perform many other actions.
Sony developed SDR-4X as a part of the SDR series. It has 24 synchronized joints; can walk, balance on one leg, get up, kick a ball, dance; and recognize image and sound.
Speecys Corp. developed the first fuel-cell powered humanoid called Speecys-FC. It contains fuel cell which produces electricity by reaction between hydrogen and oxygen.
