WiBotic, a company specializing in wireless power technology, has developed a new system designed for underwater environments where flexibility and robustness are prioritized over maximum theoretical efficiency. This innovative technology addresses the unique challenges posed by underwater operations, allowing for more reliable power delivery in these demanding conditions. The development comes as part of WiBotic's ongoing efforts to enhance the capabilities of underwater systems, which are increasingly relied upon for various applications, including research, exploration, and maintenance tasks. The project reflects a growing recognition of the need for adaptable solutions in environments where traditional power methods may fall short.
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International Research Team Embarks on Greenland Expedition to Study Melting Glaciers
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United States
Copley Controls, an ISO 9001:2008 company and part of Analogic Corporation, delivers high-performance motion solutions to a wide range of industries including semiconductor, life sciences, test, automated assembly, and COTS military.
Madrid Space (ES)
Spain
Spanish space engineering consultancy providing thermal, structural, and CFD analysis services. Specializes in thermo-mechanical challenges across 100+ space projects for satellite, payload, and platform development.
Pedsco (Canada)
United Kingdom
Pedsco (Canada) Ltd. manufactures the RMI (Remote Mobile Investigator) series of remotely operated ground vehicles. The RMI-9 and RMI-10 are lightweight battery-powered robots used globally by police, military, fire departments, and industrial institutions for hazardous material handling and EOD operations.
HERL (Human Engineering Research Lab)
United States
Joint University of Pittsburgh and US Department of Veterans Affairs laboratory conducting rehabilitation engineering research. Develops mobility devices, assistive technologies, and medical-grade products for people with disabilities.
Joanneum Research Assoc (AT)
Austria
Joanneum Research Institute for Robotics and Flexible Production conducts applied R&D in industrial robot systems, production automation and robot safety, offering feasibility analysis, consulting and testing in a robotics solution centre.
St Petersburg National Research U of ITMO
Russian leading research university (ITMO University) specializing in information technology, optical engineering, and photonics. Active research programs in AI, robotics, computer vision, and cyber-physical systems.
Adek Industrial Computers
United States
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Arctek Robótica Industrial (BR)
Brazil
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Taiwan
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France
A2D specializes in automated infrastructure monitoring solutions utilizing advanced photogrammetry and AI for fault detection. Our A2D Cloud and A2D Real Time platforms facilitate rapid data acquisition and processing, generating 3D digital twins with defect visualization. This technology enables proactive maintenance strategies, enhances risk management, and optimizes operational costs, ensuring precise diagnostics and timely decision-making for engineering structures.
ReSim.ai
United States
Resim develops cloud-based simulation and validation infrastructure for robotics and autonomous vehicles. Its platform supports scenario generation, data replay, system regression testing, and performance analytics to accelerate verification and continuous integration of autonomy stacks.
Disruptive Technologies (NO)
Norway
Disruptive Technologies manufactures miniature wireless IoT sensors with peel-and-stick form factor for monitoring temperature, proximity, touch, and humidity. Sensors transmit data to cloud infrastructure for asset tracking and facility management.
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