Topic: Human-Machine Interaction

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The Future of Work Could Have Humans and Robots Working Better Together

February 24, 2023 · Rather than worry about robots and AI replacing humans, businesses should work to maximize the benefit the collaboration between people and machines, writes a global entrepreneur.

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Toyota Research Institute Provides a Peek Into Its Work to Solve Society’s Biggest Challenges

February 15, 2023 · The Toyota Research Institute opened its Los Altos, Calif., headquarters to show its research into robotics, autonomous vehicles, AI, and human-machine interaction.

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IFR Report ‘World Robotics R &D Programs’ Looks at How Asia, Europe, and the U.S. Invest

January 12, 2023 · The IFR, or International Federation of Robotics, released its latest report on government funding of research and development as countries compete for economic growth.

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Enchanted Tools Shows at CES 2023 Humanoid Robot Designed for Hospitals, Hotels

January 9, 2023 · Enchancted Tools showcased the service robot, whose design was partly inspired by Pixar's animated characters, in action at CES 2023 in Las Vegas.

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2023 Could Be the Year of Social Robots Like the Tombot Robot Dog

January 4, 2023 · Tombot has developed robot companions with The Jim Henson Co. to help people with conditions such as Alzheimer's and autism, and its founder describes its approach.

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Cobalt Robotics Integrates With Envoy Workplace Platform, Looks Ahead to 2023

December 20, 2022 · Cobalt Robotics is working with Envoy software to improve visitor screening to workplaces, and its chief technology officer looks ahead to robots and AI in 2023.

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Hyundai Mobis Announces Hotel, Last-Mile Delivery Robot Pilots and CES Mobility Displays

December 16, 2022 · Hyundai Mobis is piloting delivery service robots and plans for both indoor and outdoor deployments. It also plans to show concept autonomous vehicles at CES.

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Intuition Robotics Launches ElliQ 2.0 Hardware, Software, and App for Families and Caregivers

December 7, 2022 · Intuition Robotics has redesigned the hardware for its ElliQ digital companion, updated the interactive software and content, and launched a companion app in response to user demand.

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SparkAI Addresses Artificial Intelligence Shortfalls With Human Cognition

November 22, 2022 · With its human intervention system, SparkAI said it is helping customers like John Deere overcome some of the shortcomings of AI-powered robots and drones.

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NEURA Robotics Builds on Cognitive Cobots With 4NE-1 Humanoid

November 8, 2022 · NEURA Robotics has developed systems using computer vision, AI, and voice technology to quickly learn tasks and has applied those lessons in 4NE-1.

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Cogniteam Partners With 634AI to Reduce Operational Expenses, Boost Safety in Warehouse Robotics

October 25, 2022 · Cogniteam, which has developed the Nimbus drag-and-drop platform, is working with 634AI's MAESTRO "control tower" to facilitate mobile robot and forklift operations.

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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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4 New Features From 6 River Systems Offer to Maximize Warehouse Fulfillment Operations

September 27, 2022 · 6 River Systems said its new features for its Chuck mobile robots, user interface, work areas, and accessories will enable warehouses to scale up quickly and easily.

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Addverb Technologies Expands U.S. Presence With Silicon Valley Robotics R &D Center

September 7, 2022 · Addverb Technologies has continued its expansion into the Americas with its new Center of Excellence for Advanced Robotics Research and Development and new headquarters.

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Dual-Mode, Piezotronics-Based Force Sensor to Lead to New Human-Machine Interfaces, Say Taiwanese Researchers

August 26, 2022 · Piezoelectronic advances leading to a dual-mode, piezo-gated thin-film transistor may lead to more power-efficient human-machine interfaces, say National Cheng Kung University researchers.

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Cobalt Robotics and Safetrust to Further Integrate Security Robots and Sensor Ecosystem

August 4, 2022 · Cobalt Robotics, which offers mobile robots as a service for security and safety applications, is expanding its partnership with Safetrust to include facility access control.

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Intuition Robotics and Bold Partner to Bring Balance and Fitness to ElliQ Users

July 20, 2022 · Intuition Robotics, whose ElliQ is designed to alleviate loneliness and social isolation, will include Bold's virtual exercise programs to help older adults age in place.

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ARM Institute Calls for Projects to Advance AI, Robotics in Manufacturing

July 15, 2022 · The ARM Institute has issued its final 22-01 Technology Project Call, seeking proposals for ways to make robots work better with humans, learn faster, and reduce waste in manufacturing.

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MARCo Technologies CEO Jacob Boyle Aims to Make a Difference With Mental Health Service Robot

June 11, 2022 · It can be challenging for those seeking mental health treatment to get help. The MARCo robot was designed to give people support as soon as they need it 24/7.

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Techman Robot Debuts Newly Upgraded TM Robot S Series at SIMTOS 2022

June 3, 2022 · Techman Robot has updated the hardware and software of its TM Robot S cobot series, including its integration with peripherals and a more intuitive interface.

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