KUKA.PickControl: Robot Software for Conveyor Tracking
Here is a piece of software that makes it easy to coordinate and control multiple robots tending a conveyor belt. The KUKA.PickControl robot software is designed to boost package productivity. It coordinates and synchronizes picking and packing operations involving multiple robots and pick and place locations.
Milrem’s Multiscope City Snow Plow
Milrem Robotics‘ Multiscope UGV is a tough robot that can take on a variety of challenging missions, including rescue missions and firefighting. It can also be useful in clearing snow off the streets. Tänavapuhastuse AS, the Estonian road maintenance company, is using this robot to remove snow off streets and apply non-slip coating.
The above video shows this robot snow plow in action. The Multiscope UGV has a hybrid diesel-electric drive with a modular design and open architecture. It has a payload of 750kg.
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Brain Controlled Robotic Arm Created by Kenyan Inventors
Here is a robotic arm that can be controlled by brain signals to make life easier for people with disabilities. As Euronews report, David Gathu and Moses Kinyua made this bio-robotic arm and uses a NeuroNode biopotential headset receiver to convert brain signals into an electric currents.
Jetson Nano SLAM Tracked Robot Kit
Here is a robot kit designed for more advanced students that uses Jetson Nano and SLAM for autonomous movement. This Jetson Nano SLAM Tracked Robot Kit comes with a 1080p HD camera and uses OpenCV to track lines. It also had a 360-degree ranging radar.
DOBOT MG400 Desktop Robot with Lua Support
Meet the DOBOT MG400: a smart desktop collaborative robot made with makers and DIYers in mind. It has a Linux based controller and uses low-voltage DC servo motors with high-precision absolute position encoders. This robot has a foot print of 190mm x 190mm. It is light enough to fit in your backpack.
SQ4D’s Robotically 3D Printed House Hits the Market
In the near future, plenty of homes will be 3D printed with robots. SQ4D‘s first 3D printed home in the US has now hit the market. It has a 1400 square feet of living space with a 750 square foot 2 ½ car garage on a ¼ acre land. It has 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and an open floor plan. It is made with concrete.
T900 High Load Robot Tank Chassis
So you would like to build your own high capacity tank? This T900 High Load Robot Tank Chassis is worth a look. You can use it with Raspberry Pi, Arduino and other platforms. The T900 has an aluminum alloy construction with plastic tracks. It has space for servos and ultrasonic sensors.
intelino J-1 Smart Coding Train
Here is another robot toy that teaches your kids basics of coding. The intelino J-1 Smart Train is app connected but also has a screen-free mode. It comes with 20 tracks, a smart engine, a wagon, and everything you need to put it together. This kit is designed to help kids develop STEM skills through play. It works with iOS and Android devices.
