Robots

Riding the wings of the award winning Robotic Arm Trainer, OWI has made robotic arm technology more affordable without compromising quality. With Robotic Arm Edge, command the gripper to open and close, wrist motion of 120 degrees, an extensive elbow range of 300 degrees, base rotation of 270 degrees, base motion of 180 degrees, vertical reach of 15 inches, horizontal reach of 12.6 inches, and lifting capacity of 100g Read More Read Full Story

D-REX Interactive Dinosaur D-Rex Interactive Pet Dino is the ultimate pet. A ferocious yet loyal dinosaur with an independent personality, D-Rex combines robotics, proprietary software and reptilian skin to create a lifelike appearance and behavior. He'll walk, chomp, bare his teeth and roar to let you know what he wants. D-Rex might demand food or want to play a game, and he'll hear your voice and respond to your touch. Like the ideal pet, D-Rex will protect your stuff and attack on command. Requires four "C" batteries, included, and two "AA" batteries, not included. Measures 22"L x 8.75"W x 13.28"H. D-REX Interactive Dinosaur Features ... Read Full Story

According to The Matrix (The movie), Humans invented A.I., then there was a war between humans and machines... Machines used humans as a source of energy (batteries) and cultivated humans in fields... Thats a nice story, but are we heading there? The University Of South Florida (U.S.F.) is working on Gastrobots ( picture ), robots powered by themselves through the digestion of food . They are expected to be autonomous and energy self -sufficient, as long as they are out doors. In 2000, Chew-Chew was created in the U.S.F., as the first world's food powered robot. This Gastrobot can eat sugar and produce electricity ... Read Full Story

Introducing the first friends in a new series of lifelike cubs from WowWee Alive. With super-soft fur and a totally realistic look, this cuddly cub gives little tiger lovers a totally true-to-life experience. Pick him up by the scruff of the neck and watch his legs with go limp, like a real cub being carried by his mother. Wowwee™ : ALIVE™ White Tiger Cub Plush Robotic Toy in White/Black WowWee Alive White Tiger Cub Plush Robotic Toy. Meet White Tiger Cub, part of the new series from Wowwee Alive. With realistic looking fur, petting White Tiger Cub is a true to life experience. Pick ... Read Full Story

Introducing the first friends in a new series of lifelike cubs from WowWee Alive. With super-soft fur and a totally realistic look, this cuddly cub gives little lion lovers a true-to-life experience. Pick him up by the scruff of the neck and watch his legs go limp, just like a real cub being carried by his mother. Wowwee™ : ALIVE™ Lion Cub Plush Robotic Toy in Tan Meet Lion Cub, the first in a new series from Wowwee Alive. With realistic looking fur, petting Lion Cub is a true to life experience. Activate the Alive Cub's sensors when you pet him. He will open ... Read Full Story

Potomac man at forefront of ‘robotics revolution’ Robot being built for military use will fuel self by foraging for food by Erin Donaghue | Staff Writer E-mail this article \ Print this article Robotic Technology Inc. An artist’s concept depicts how the Energetically Autonomous Tactical Robot, or EATR, could look once it is developed. The robot, which is being developed by the Potomac-based Robotic Technology Inc., is geared for long-range military missions and is able to power itself by foraging for food. Potomac resident Robert Finkelstein is the type of guy that “absolutely loves” using the cruise control on his car. So it might ... Read Full Story

Anyone who knows me well enough will remember that I'm a major fan of all things robotic. It's a lot more than just my love of the classic cartoon series, The Transformers, and I've carried it around with me for the rest of my life thus far. This video is pretty interesting and triggers memories of a lot of horror / suspense movies where the creature or monstrosity keeps coming back to life. Apparently they've figured out how to make robots do the same thing... #5 - Modular robot reassembles when kicked apart Read Full Story