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Video Friday: Resilient Bugbots

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We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion. The video shows a use case that was developed by the FZI with assistance of the KIT: the multi-robot retrieval of hazardous materials using two FZI robots as well as a KIT virtual reality environment. [

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Video Friday: TurtleBot 4

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We'll also be posting a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months; here's what we have so far ( send us your events !): Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics.

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From Introvert to IEEE Influencer

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He has penned several research papers and is the author of an IEEE-USA book. BUILDING HIS SKILL SET Kalra says he knew he wanted to become an engineer after his mother bought him a science kit for his 11th birthday. The Young Professional is an IEEE Impact Creator , brand ambassador , and influencer. He’s also a prolific writer.

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Toyota Shows Surfrider Camry Hybrid CNG, Two Modified Prius Hybrids at SEMA

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Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) USA has partnered with the Surfrider Foundation to create a specially modified Camry Hybrid fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG). The vehicle will be driven to, and displayed at numerous outreach campaigns, education programs and beach cleanup events. Surfrider Camry CNG Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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Where the President-Elect Candidates Stand on Key Issues

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Two virtual events were held in June and July for members to get to know the four candidates running for 2023 IEEE president-elect. Both events are available on demand on IEEE.tv. Section that is working to incentivize the chapters to add more female speakers at their events. President Ray Liu asked Thomas M.

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Smith Electric trucks go stateside

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Coca-Cola, Staples, Frito-Lay, AT&T, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Kansas City Power & Light (KCP&L) are the first Newton customers in the USA. The trucks, conceived by Smith Electric Vehicles in North East England, were handed over at an official ceremony at the seat of power in the USA, Capitol Hill.

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Video Friday: Mini Pupper

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We'll also be posting a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months; here's what we have so far ( send us your events !): The basic kit is $250, which includes just the custom parts, so you'll need to add your own 3D printed parts, some of the electronics, and the battery.

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