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Robotic Technology Takes Inspiration From Service Dogs
Service dogs, invaluable companions providing assistance to physically impaired individuals, are an elite and desired breed. Their presence in a home can make everyday tasks that are difficult - if not impossible - achievable, enhancing the quality of life for the disabled. Yet with a cost averaging $16,000 per dog -- not to mention the two years of training required to hone these skills -- the demand for these canines' exceeds their availability.
Portable Industrial Robot Designed For Aircraft Assembly
New lightweight and portable robot is designed to perforate holes in large-scale aeronautic components, such as aircraft wing spars, during their assembly stage. The main innovation that the robot brings is its mobility – enabling the aircraft component being worked on to be fixed to its tool holder while the robot moves over the part.
