Pittsburgh Power Moves: Alum-founded startup joins Venture for America’s accelerator and robotics founder departs

Pittsburgh Power Moves: Alum-founded startup joins Venture for America’s accelerator and robotics founder departs

Power Moves is a column where we chart the comings and goings of talent across the region. Got a new hire, gig or promotion? Email us: [email protected]. Carbon Compost joins the Venture for America accelerator Carbon Compost is an East Liberty-based sustainability startup aiming to make it easier for people to manage food waste in…

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What’s new in China’s robotics market?

What’s new in China’s robotics market?

Listen to this article Editor’s Note: Georg Stieler will be discussing the state of the Chinese robotics market during RoboBusiness 2023, which takes place Oct. 18-19 in Santa Clara, Calif. His talk, “Robotics in China,” takes place from 2:45-3:30 on Oct. 18 and will provide insights into the latest developments in robotics in China and…

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Lawrence robotics studio adds classes for elementary students, recruits students of all ages for competitions | News, Sports, Jobs

Lawrence robotics studio adds classes for elementary students, recruits students of all ages for competitions | News, Sports, Jobs

photo by: Jen Nigro/Level Up Robotics Wyatt Williamson practices driving the team robot and picking up a tri-ball on Aug. 23, 2023, at Level Up Robots, 1520 Wakarusa Drive. A Lawrence robotics studio teaching kids how to program, build and operate robots has expanded its offerings for elementary-aged students and…

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Combining Robotics and AI in Schools is a Sufficient Introduction to Prepare Students for a Tech-Centric Future

Combining Robotics and AI in Schools is a Sufficient Introduction to Prepare Students for a Tech-Centric Future

    Could robotics and AI (artificial intelligence) be the combination students need for a tech-centric future? As the world enters a future deeply entwined with AI, it’s more crucial than ever that future generations are raised to be creators, not just consumers. While introducing AI and STEM concepts might seem overwhelming for youngsters, some…

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Automation Majors Invest in Robotics (UPDATED)

Automation Majors Invest in Robotics (UPDATED)

Two major industrial automation companies—Mitsubishi Electric and Rockwell Automation—have announced strategic investments in independent robotics suppliers over the past few months. Mitsubishi Electric invested in Clearpath Robotics, the parent company of autonomous mobile robot (AMR) supplier Otto Motors. This investment adds to Mitsubishi’s previous investments in Clearpath Robotics. According to Mitsubishi Electric, this investment “expands…

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