David Hu: Snakes Improve Search-and-Rescue Robots

David Hu: Snakes Improve Search-and-Rescue Robots By observing 20 different species of snakes at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia Tech has built a new search-and-rescue robot designed to use less energy. The project is overseen by David Hu, an assistant professor in the Schools of Mechanical Engineering and Biology, and Hamid Marvi, a Mechanical Engineering Ph.D. candidate.

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Improve Robot Cycle Time -- FANUC's Patented "Learning" Software in a Robotic Palletizing Operation

Learning Software: http://www.fanucrobotics.com/Robotics-Articles/Industrial-Robots-Reducing-Cycle-Time.aspx

FANUC's patented Gakushu or "learning" software feature is used in this demonstration to show how FANUC continues to provide manufacturers with the latest in robotic software innovations for improving speed, efficiency and production in their automated systems.

This video features two FANUC R-1000iA/80F robots in a palletizing operation.

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