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FUTEK Offers Load Cell with USB Output
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. is pleased to present its LSB200 S-Beam Jr. Load Cell with a brand new USB Digital Interface with 16 bits resolution. With this improvement, FUTEK has once again shown its innovation by becoming one of the first Sensor manufacturers to offer a USB type... - October 21, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
GPS Machine Control to Dominate Precise Positioning Markets by 2012
The value of GPS machine control will exceed that of “traditional” precision applications such as surveying by 2012 according to a new report by Position One Consulting in conjunction with Eric Gakstatter, Contributing Editor to GPS World magazine. The report includes global trends,... - October 06, 2008 - Position One Consulting
New Mobile Device Magazines
Smart Media Reviews launches new mobile device magazines. - July 12, 2008 - Smart Media Group
Storming Robots Announces First Robocon Technology Learning Center to Host Student Robotics Exhibition
As part of its continuing mission of furthering science and engineering education through hands-on robotics instruction, Storming Robots Technology Learning Center is pleased to announce the first RoboCon, an exhibition of robotics projects to be held Saturday, June 21st. RoboCon will highlight the accomplishments of students ranging from grade 2 to 12, as they present the culmination from 1 to 9 month of robotics achievement, including individual and team projects. - June 13, 2008 - Storming Robots, LLC
Fatigue Rated Pancake Load Cell: Can Now be Provided in 2 mV/V Output
Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. (www.futek.com) can now provide its fatigue rated version of Pancake Load Cells LCF700 in 2.0 mV/V output: LCF701 Fatigue Rated Pancake Load Cell. Futek can also provide this model with a tension base. These load cells are primarily used in inline applications... - May 22, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
TestEquity 1.55 Cu Ft Temperature Chamber Receives CE Mark
The popular TestEquity Model 115 Temperature Chamber provides full-range temperature testing in a compact floor standing or benchtop package. It has a 1.55 Cu Ft interior workspace (16"W x 12"H x 14"D) and temperature range of -73°C to +175°C. The export version, Model 115-EX... - March 19, 2008 - TestEquity LLC
Nachi Robotic Systems Inc. Introduces the Unique 7-Axis MR Robot
New Nachi robot features a 7-axis design with a payload capacity up to 30kg. - February 03, 2008 - Nachi Robotic Systems Inc.
Educational and Entertainment Robots: Modular, Flexible Designs Create Markets Expected to Reach $3.9 Billion by 2014
Electronics.ca Publications, the electronics industry market research and knowledge network, announces the availability of a new report entitled "Educational and Entertainment Robot Market Strategy, Market Shares, and Market Forecasts, 2008-2014". - January 13, 2008 - Electronics.ca Publications
Artificial Intelligence in Politics - AskTheCandidates2008.com
Zabaware launches www.askthecandidates2008.com - a political site allowing visitors to interact with artificially intelligent bots representing the 2008 US presidential candidates. - December 21, 2007 - Zabaware, Inc.
Zabaware Wins Loebner Prize for Artificial Intelligence
Zabaware’s Ultra Hal software won the “most human” computer of the year in the 17th annual Loebner Prize Competition for Artificial Intelligence (AI). The company’s mission “giving your computer the power of thought” once considered a futuristic pipe dream is becoming a 2007 reality. It is one thing to talk to your computer it is quite another to have a conversation where you are exchanging information and the computer learns and utilizes the information in the future. Ultra Hal does just that. - October 24, 2007 - Zabaware, Inc.
Quantum3D Thermite and IData Selected by Carnegie Mellon University for USMC Gladiator Tactical Unmanned Ground vehicle Operator Control Unit
Quantum3D COTS Thermite Tactical Visual Computer and IData COTS Human-Machine Interface Software Tool Suite Employed by CMU for Deployable Operator Control Unit for U.S. Marine Corps Gladiator Tactical Unmanned Ground Vehicle - October 08, 2007 - Quantum3D, Inc.
Large Temperature Chambers Ship from Stock
With temperature range of -73°C to +175°C, TestEquity Model 1027 provides full-range temperature testing. It includes sloped floor with condensate drain and scroll compressors that provide quiet operation. Additional features include 256-step programmable temperature controller with RS-232 interface, independent high/low temperature limit control with alarm, viewing window and interior light, adjustable shelf, and two 4 in. access ports. - July 14, 2007 - TestEquity LLC
OEM Load Cells – Improved for Custom Requirements
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc is now able to offer its LSM250 and LSM300 Precision Load Cells to meet custom requirements such as high temperature (steel version only), low temperature, water resistant, and high humidity for custom applications. In the past these products were not able to... - June 30, 2007 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Machine Learning with GoogleRobot™
Machine Learning with GoogleRobot™ Bridges Communication Gap between Humans and Robots - November 14, 2006 - googlescriber.com
UL Certification for Multi-Contact Robotic Connectors
MC Robotic Connectors TSB150 and TSS150 Now UL Recognized - November 22, 2005 - Multi-Contact USA