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HKUST researchers develop small, multifunctional biomedical robot

Robotics Business Review

Shen Yajing (second left), has designed an optical fiber-based submillimeter continuum robot for interventional treatment, which looks like a small tube like the one held by Dr. Zhang Tieshan (second right) in the photo. mm, the organization claimed the robot is 60% smaller than the typical models available on the market.

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Humanoid robots promise a multi-trillion-dollar market, but pose challenges

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Agility Robotics’ Digit humanoid was in trials at GXO. Source: Agility Robotics As an early investor in Agility Robotics, now one of the world’s leading manufacturers of humanoid robots, I’ve watched as humanoids have evolved from a fascinating concept to reality over the past five years.

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How AI, perception are shaping mobile robotics

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The Robot Report Podcast · AI at the Edge: How perception and AI are shaping mobile robotics In Episode 173 of The Robot Report Podcast , co-host Steve Crowe and I catch up on the news of the week, including several recent stories about mobile manipulators. Featured interview with RGO Robotics and Wheel.Me Apply to speak.

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Funding the next wave of robotics

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The Robot Report Podcast Funding the next wave of robotics The Robot Report Podcast Nuro navigates to fully autonomous driving In Episode 176 of The Robot Report Podcast, we feature an interview with venture capitalists Juliette Chevallier, Principle at Scale Ventures, and Jasmeet Singh founder of JMOON Ventures.

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50 most innovative robotics companies

Robotics Business Review

We are passionate about the impact robotics can have on the world. Thats why for 14 years, the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards have honored the most innovative robotics companies, technologies, and applications from around the world. The RBR50 Gala returns April 30 from 6-8 PM in Boston at the Robotics Summit & Expo.

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Dobot enters the humanoid robot race with Atom

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Dobot, a Chinese developer of collaborative robot arms, recently announced it developed a humanoid robot called Atom. Dobot hasn’t shared much about Atom yet, but it has shared a few videos of the robot operating autonomously. Dobot said it has deployed over 72,000 robots in more than 80 countries.

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Samsung develops hip-assist robot to advance fitness in the elderly

Robotics Automation News

Samsung Electronics has developed what it describes as a “hip-assist robot to advance fitness in the elderly”. EX1, as the robot is called, significantly improves physical functions and balance in older adults, enhancing their quality of life and well-being.

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