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On Jul 19, 2020
@singularityu shared
The robot revolution was televised—on YouTube. With tens of millions of views, the robotics pioneer is the undisputed heavyweight champion of robot videos, and has been for years. 🤖 https://t.co/9Wt4KLytou
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The Robot Revolution Was Televised: Our All-Time Favorite Boston Dynamics Robot Videos

The Robot Revolution Was Televised: Our All-Time Favorite Boston Dynamics Robot Videos

With tens of millions of views, Boston Dynamics is the undisputed heavyweight champion of robot videos. Here are some of our all-time favorites.

On Jul 15, 2020
@ReutersBiz shared
This Japanese 'kangaroo robot' will begin work at a convenience store in August, and could trigger a wave of retail automation. Read more here: https://t.co/5JutGvJmOf #RobotsAtWork https://t.co/ypaWYOW4iU
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Japanese robot to clock in at a convenience store in test of retail automation

Japanese robot to clock in at a convenience store in test of retail automation

In August, a robot vaguely resembling a kangaroo will begin stacking sandwiches, drinks and ready meals on shelves at a Japanese convenience store in a test its maker, Telexistence, hopes ...

On Jul 21, 2020
@FastCompany shared
The 25 best new productivity apps for 2020 https://t.co/TC3uOXbDzo
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The 25 best new productivity apps for 2020

The 25 best new productivity apps for 2020

It’s not easy being productive right now, but these tools can help with everything from staying focused to generating new ideas.

On Jul 16, 2020
@FastCompany shared
How this travel startup became profitable during the pandemic https://t.co/5e83Xl218k
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How this travel startup became profitable during the pandemic

How this travel startup became profitable during the pandemic

Snaptravel saw its business plummet as COVID-19 spread in March. But after taking a few drastic measures, the company was able reach profitability even during the continuing economic ...

On Jul 18, 2020
@engadget shared
AI helps drone swarms navigate through crowded, unfamiliar spaces https://t.co/StQP1RUr2u https://t.co/LZACdDZEm5
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AI helps drone swarms navigate through crowded, unfamiliar spaces

AI helps drone swarms navigate through crowded, unfamiliar spaces

Researchers have developed AI that lets drone swarms navigate cluttered, unmapped spaces without collisions.

On Jul 18, 2020
@RobotLaunch shared
svrobo: Check out my latest article: RSS 2020 - all the papers and videos https://t.co/AWbWEaIC5d via LinkedIn
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RSS 2020 - all the papers and videos

RSS 2020 - all the papers and videos

RSS 2020 was held virtually this year, from the RSS Pioneers Workshop on July 11 to the Paper Awards and Farewell on July 16. Many talks are now available online, including 103 accepted ...

On Jul 20, 2020
@KUKA_Americas shared
Autonomous, mobile robots move through production shops and transport goods or workpieces. >> https://t.co/ptpR0HBkxd #automation #manufacturing #mfg #production #mobility #mobile #robotics #robots https://t.co/GrY5L3suKx
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Intelligent automated guided vehicle systems revolutionize the future of production

Intelligent automated guided vehicle systems revolutionize the future of production

Intelligent mobility solutions such as mobile robots and autonomous transport systems have a major role to play in current and future production.

On Jul 17, 2020
@FastCompany shared
How drones could reshape cities https://t.co/VsJ6oiE8ai
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How drones could reshape cities

How drones could reshape cities

We are at a critical period in urban history, faced by climatic breakdown and a pandemic. Drones and aerial vehicles can be part of a profound rethink of the urban environment.