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Lee Rannals for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online A group of researchers from Cornell University's Creative Machines Lab say they have developed an algorithm that can be used to witness virtual creatures evolving. The team wrote in their paper titled "Unshackling Evolution: Evolving Soft Robots With Multiple Materials and a Powerful Generative Encoding" in the journal Proceedings of the Genetic and Evolutionary Computation Conference about their algorithm. They said the equation...

Lee Rannals for redOrbit.com - Your Universe Online Although some theorize that they could one day take over the world, one group of scientists was curious about whether humans are capable of feeling empathy for our electronic companions. The team will be presenting their findings at the 63rd Annual International Communication Association (ICA) conference in London. During the study, 40 participants watched videos of a small dinosaur-shaped robot that was treated in either an...

CHEVY CHASE, Md., April 23, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- National 4?H Council is proud to announce that 16 4?H Robotics teams have advanced to the national 2013 FIRST Robotics Championship. The competition, organized by FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), will take place April 24-27 at the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis, Missouri where 4-H Robotics teams will compete among 400 teams for the national title. The?FIRST?Robotics Competition is an...

BOZEN, Sud-Tirol, Italy, April 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Robotics reported 28 new contracts in 1Q2013, including 12 new Robots [versus 6 Robots in 1Q2012; 8 for Oncology and 4 for non-hazardous IVs] and 16 new i.v.SOFT workflow software agreements [versus 11 i.v.SOFT contracts in 1Q2012]. After a dominant record overseas with almost 300 global installations outside the USA since 2007, http://www.health-robotics.com/en/installations, Health Robotics is now also the clear...

Cirkits: Toy Robot Racing from Cohort Studios Ltd. is a pure adrenalin-fuelled remote control racing experience that delivers hours and hours of addictive fun and excitement. The app is recommended for iPad 2 and iPhone 4 or higher, and gamers can store their progress in iCloud to seamlessly play on any of their iOS devices. Cupertino, CA (PRWEB) April 20, 2013 Gamers who want to give their inner child a pure adrenalin-fuelled experience can now download the new free-to-play app Cirkits:...

According to a new market report published by Transparency Market Research "Medical Robotic Systems Market (Surgical Robots, Non-Invasive Radiosurgery Robotic Systems, Prosthetics and Exoskeletons, Assistive and Rehabilitation Robots, Non-Medical Robotics in Hospitals and Emergency Response Robotic Systems) - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2012 - 2018", the global medical robotic systems market was worth USD 5.48 billion in 2011 and is...

New York medical malpractice lawyer David Perecman urges patients scheduled for da Vinci Robot Assisted surgery to ask for details on the procedure and the surgeon’s training. The use of the surgical robot is currently under investigation by the FDA. New York, New York (PRWEB) April 18, 2013 The FDA is reportedly investigating the safety and efficacy of Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci system. The investigation follows a significant increase in reported problems with the surgical...

Enid Burns for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online When we think of robots, we typically think of the metal behemoth from Forbidden Planet, or Rosie from The Jetsons. In reality, many companies use robots to manufacture, pack and transport goods. However, they are often an arm fixed to the floor or other surface. These robots are heavy, strong, and do their job without sensing the needs of what they’re holding. That is, unless there are sensors so the robot can detect the weight and...

BOZEN, SUD-TIROL, Italy, April 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Robotics today announced that in response to competitive trends and overwhelming customer demand, it recently added support for LifeCare, while withdrawing sales support for all Fresenius Kabi's IV consumables for all of its Robots. Health Robotics maintained its current support for IV Bags from Baxter (Aviva, Viaflo, Viaflex, INTRAVIATM), Hospira (VisIVTM), B.Braun (PAB(R) and Excel(R)), Grifols (Fleboflex(R),...

Number of Da Vinci robotic surgery complications increasing as the high-tech robot is being used in surgeries for hysterectomies, prostates, gallbladders are being scrutinized by FDA, comments Wright & Schulte LLC Columbus, OH (PRWEB) April 14, 2013 The FDA is currently conducting a national probe to try to uncover what has triggered the recent spike in the number of reports of Da Vinci robotic surgery complications the agency has received. Since January 2012, the FDA has received...