Topic: Prosthetics

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Automate 2026 preview: AI, humanoids, robotics & vision system innovation head to Chicago

June 15, 2026 · Automate 2026 in Chicago is expected to welcome over 50,000 attendees to McCormick Place, showcasing robotics, AI and vision innovation that transforms how people work.

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MassRobotics announces 5th cohort of Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst program

January 23, 2026 · MassRobotics announced the 11 startup members of its 2026 Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst, looking to improve medical care through robotics.

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Robotics and automation conferences guide 2026: Dates, locations and more

January 1, 2026 · 2026 will be busy for robotics and automation conferences. Our list of 15 manufacturing, warehousing, supply chain and logistics events will get your travel plans finalized.

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ProMat 2025: AGVs, AMRs, ASRS, humanoids and more from day two in Chicago

March 18, 2025 · On day two of ProMat 2025 in Chicago, attendees were treated to more robot and software releases, expanding automation opportunities in the warehouse, supply chain and logistics spaces.

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Chung-Ang University researchers develop self-powered tactile sensors for robotics, wearables

January 4, 2025 · Researchers from Chung-Ang University in South Korea have developed self-powered tactile sensors for robotics and wearables that they say will benefit next-generation technologies.

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2024 Robotics Application Conference sessions now available on-demand

September 27, 2024 · The 2024 Robotics Application Conference, a one-day virtual event, can now be viewed on-demand with sessions led by speakers from DHL, Plus One Robotics, Grey Orange and more.

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2024 Robotics Application Conference announces session, speaker lineup

September 11, 2024 · The 2024 Robotics Application Conference, RAC ’24, will take place Sept. 18. DHL, Plus One Robotics, GreyOrange and more will speak about robotic trends and deployments.

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Early bird pricing expires soon for NextGen Supply Chain Conference registration

September 3, 2024 · The NextGen Supply Chain Conference, scheduled for October 21-23 in Chicago with leaders from around the supply chain industry, closes its early bird pricing on Friday, September 6.

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Innovation Works’ Robotics Factory welcomes 5 companies to Accelerate program

July 13, 2024 · The Robotics Factory welcomed five new companies to the second cohort of its Accelerate program, focusing on health tech, aviation and plastic recycling.

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Elysium Robotics develops human-muscle-like actuators

June 24, 2024 · Elysium Robotics’ co-founders said the company can mass produce humanoid robot and prosthetic hands made from dielectric elastomer actuators (DEAs) for under $1,000.

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Automate 2024: Wednesday recap of robotics news and notes from Chicago

May 8, 2024 · Day 3 of Automate 2024 at McCormick Place in Chicago featured more news and announcements from around the robotics industry, including new product releases and partnerships.

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Automate 2024: What to expect at the industrial automation show in Chicago

May 5, 2024 · Automate 2024 in Chicago will feature an abundance of industrial automation vendors and industry professionals, including a multitude of robotics providers.

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Celera Motion Introduces Compact Denali Servo Drives

February 2, 2023 · Celera Motion claimed that its new Denali Series servo drives are the "world's smallest," designed for use in surgical robots, industrial grippers, and other compact applications.

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DIH Technology to Combine with Aurora Technology as Part of SPAC Merger

December 16, 2022 · The companies announced that they have signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to combine the companies.

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BeBop Sensors Seeks to Surpass Human Sense of Touch With RoboSkin

October 11, 2022 · BeBop Sensors has been shipping its RoboSkin flexible sensors to warehouse automation and prosthetics customers and improved its spatial resolution in response to their feedback.

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BeBop Sensors Introduces RoboSkin to Give Robots Tactile Awareness

May 13, 2022 · BeBop Sensors said its RoboSkin uses patented, fabric-based sensors less than 1 mm thick to provide a sense of touch to humanoid robotic surfaces and prosthetic limbs.

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Robotics Promises to Help People With Disabilities

March 6, 2022 · The Paralympics are a good occasion to look at robotics, exoskeletons, prosthetics, and other assistive technologies in development.

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Touchlab Develops Electronic Skin, Reaches ANA Avatar XPRIZE Finals

November 8, 2021 · Touchlab, an ANA Avatar XPRIZE finalist, has developed thin sensors that can provide "electronic skin" and work with existing grippers and could have a variety of commercial uses.

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ACE Controls Releases MC75 Miniature Shock Absorber for Robots, Other Tight Spaces

July 26, 2021 · The MC75 shock absorbers are designed to provide high-energy damping in tight installation spaces in industrial manufacturing, materials handling, and robotics applications.

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Human-Machine Interaction Is Still Evolving, Note Global Robot Cluster Panelists

June 25, 2021 · The Global Robot Cluster co-hosted a virtual event with MassRobotics and Silicon Valley Robotics examining progress in human-robot interaction for healthcare and industrial uses.

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