January 16, 2016 at 21:41Promising Robotic Startups at CES 2016
This year, 500 startups showed their inventions at the Eureka Park exhibition area at the CES exhibition . Many of them are companies working in the field of robotics. We have collected the top 10 robots presented in Eureka Park.
Somabar Robot Bartender
This robot received the CES 2016 award as the best innovation. Created by Somabar, the bartender robot is ready to make cocktails for you right in your kitchen. It is equipped with six reservoirs for ingredients and “knows” more than 300 recipes that you can share with friends using a special management program (available for pre-orders at a price of $ 429). In addition, the robot is cleaned automatically. And although its main target audience is ordinary families, the company is already in talks with Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide Inc.
Also at the exhibition were other robots for creating drinks: Brewie - a robot brewer, 42Tea - a robot brewing tea, and Picobrew - a machine for creating strong drinks.
Standard Measurements from SynTouch LLC
SynTouch LLC (originally engaged in the creation of prostheses) has developed a robot that will be useful in various laboratories and in factories.
It uses biometric tactile sensing technology to determine a number of parameters - for example, temperature or surface smoothness.
PlexiDrone by DreamQii
DreamQii's PlexiDrone is a modular unmanned aerial vehicle whose main feature is portability. It is disassembled into five parts and is ready for transportation in a small backpack. The drone can carry various types of cameras.
DreamQii raised $ 2 million by crowdfunding on the Indiegogo website and expects its PlexiDrone robot to be ready for mass release by the second quarter of 2016. Orders are currently being accepted for $ 1,000.
The robot body was created using 3D printing, but injection molding technology was also used to lower the price. Removable parts made of carbon fiber and tested for durability.
A company spokesman said the new drone registration rules from the Federal Aviation Administration will not affect its business plan.
Blue Frog Buddy Robot
Blue Frog's Buddy has become one of the most popular social robots at CES 2016. It has a remote control function, provides security and friendly communication. The robot is already being used to work with children with autism.
In summer, with the help of Indiegogo, a Parisian company raised $ 100,000 , and now the robot is available at a price of $ 749.
Ziro Kit by ZeroUI
ZeroUI Inc. developed a set for creating various robots, consisting of four motorized modules controlled with a special glove. With Ziro, you can create your own variations of robots by controlling their movement.
Ziro's wireless glove controls robots made of cardboard, wood or metal. This invention will seek funding through crowdfunding through Indiegogo, and such a model will cost $ 199.
Smart Luggage from NUA Robotics
The Israeli company NUA Robotics has demonstrated a prototype robot suitcase that follows the owner inextricably. He is able to go around obstacles, and control is via a smartphone. Now the company is actively looking for new partners for cooperation.
Dragonfly 2020 3D Printer by Nano Dimension Ltd.
Israeli company Nano Dimension Ltd. demonstrated the ability to 3D-print electronic circuits. Its Dragonfly 2020 3D printer allows prototyping a lot faster since the parts are tested on-site, without the need to direct them anywhere. This printer is also significantly cheaper, which will allow more designers to show their creativity.
Nano Dimension Ltd. also supplies ink for the 3D printer.
Keecker Mobile Projector
Keecker is a smartphone-controlled device that turns any wall into a screen where you can watch videos, websites, video conferencing and play video games.
The round robot from a Parisian company is equipped with sensors to avoid collision with objects, is controlled via the Android application and weighs less than 7 kg. Available for pre-orders at a price of $ 990.
Battle robots from Reach Robotics
Reach Robotics introduced its Mekamons battle robots, which can fight like each other using augmented reality technology. Management takes place using a special application. The four-legged robot is equipped with sensors, Bluetooth and a built-in compass to determine the location of an opponent (or a bot in single player mode). Reach Robotics plans to launch a crowdfunding campaign at the end of 2016.
MakerBloks Cubes
MakerBloks use color coding and can be the first step for children in the world of robotics. With their help, you can solve electronic puzzles and tasks, go through memory development games, form your horizons in the field of electronics and much more.
MakerBloks work using bluetooth and interact with a special book program available on any tablet. In each new chapter of the book, children must use cubes to solve puzzles and find a way out of these situations.