Swarm of Autonomous Robots to Patrol Oceans
Science - November 10, 2009
Miniature robots will be able to monitor ocean processes at a small scale.
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Robot Fish Could Monitor Water Quality
Science - November 4, 2009
Robots would operate autonomously for months on end, providing valuable data on water conditions.
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Is My Robot Happy to See Me?
Science - October 21, 2009
If robots are ever to become a fixture in our society, we need to be able to read their faces.
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Help: My Teacher Is a Robot. Really
By
Zach Miners
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On Education - April 21, 2009
A robot substitute "teaches" in a Tokyo elementary school.
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Is Robotic Surgery Better? Or Just Marketing?
By
Avery Comarow
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Comarow On Quality - November 25, 2008
High technology is pushing healthcare costs out of sight, but testing it means buying it.
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6 Gadgets to Help You Entertain at Home
By
David LaGesse
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Money - November 7, 2008
A stylish PC, a high-definition camcorder, and a roving robot are among the best devices for home use.
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Health Buzz: Cheap, Rapid HPV Test and Other Health News
Health - September 22, 2008
An artistic stunt with medical risks, conquering your fears, and robotic rehabilitation after stroke.
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How Robots Are Aiding Stroke Rehabilitation
By
Nancy Shute
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Health - September 19, 2008
A generation of devices helps patients with disabled limbs practice—and recover—a range of motions.
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New Roomba Vacuums Leave the Fringe Alone
By
David LaGesse
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Dave's Download - April 10, 2008
Upgraded models also have better batteries, guidance, and suction.
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The Robot Revolution May Finally Be Here
By
David LaGesse
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Money - April 9, 2008
As the vacuuming Roomba clears the way, medical and military bots also show promise.
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Advice From iRobot: Forget the Humanoid Look
By
David LaGesse
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Dave's Download - February 21, 2008
The only successful domestic robots look nothing like humans.
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Robots of the Future
By
David LaGesse
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Dave's Download - February 11, 2008
It's not just science fiction anymore.
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Gibson Robot: a Guitar That Tunes Itself
By
David LaGesse
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Dave's Download - January 17, 2008
It's odd to see tuners spinning on their own, but this $2,500 robotic ax sold out its initial run.
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Rise of the Robots
Money - January 14, 2008
Robots are well on their way from the pages of science fiction to your front door.
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