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MALVERN, PA — Rajant Corp. has advanced to the second phase of a U.S. Department of Defense program focused on accelerating autonomous military systems, positioning the Pennsylvania-based networking company to …
Rajant Advances in Pentagon Drone Autonomy Program Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan group of lawmakers led by Sen. Dave McCormick of Pennsylvania has introduced legislation to create a national robotics commission, a move aimed at assessing U.S. …
McCormick Bill Targets U.S. Robotics Edge Amid China Competition Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Dave McCormick and John Fetterman introduced legislation this week requiring the Pentagon to develop a comprehensive autonomous warfare strategy, as U.S. lawmakers intensify pressure on the military …
Senators Push Pentagon Drone Strategy Amid China Pressure Read More
PAOLI, PA — Students from Keystone STEM Alliance’s BLAST Robotics team presented their work, recent achievements, and future plans to the Upper Main Line Rotary Club on Wednesday, April 22, …
Local Students Turn Robotics Wins Into Big Global Ambitions Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal officials have cleared a high-energy laser system designed to disable drones for use in U.S. airspace, concluding it does not pose a safety risk to commercial …
FAA Says Counter-Drone Laser System Safe for Air Travel Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Blast Robotics, a Berwyn-based student robotics team, continued its breakout rookie season by earning the Rising All-Star Award at the FIRST Mid-Atlantic District Philadelphia Event, highlighting the …
Blast Robotics Earns Rising All-Star Award at Philadelphia Event Read More
BERWYN, PA — A student-led robotics team based in Berwyn received the Rookie All-Star Award at the FIRST Mid-Atlantic Centennial Robotics Competition, organizers announced.
Berwyn Robotics Team Wins Rookie All-Star Award at Competition Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Americans who fly drones in restricted airspace could face fines exceeding $100,000, criminal charges, and possible jail time under a new federal enforcement push targeting unauthorized drone …
Illegal Drone Flights Could Trigger $100K Fines, Jail Time Read More
EXTON, PA — ProRx Pharma said it has significantly expanded its pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, adding new ISO-certified clean rooms, robotics, and automation as demand accelerates for compounded medications tied to …
ProRx Bets on Robots and Clean Rooms as Demand for Compounded Drugs Surges Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) has announced a strategic investment in RoboEatz’s Autonomous Robotic Kitchen (ARK), partnering with ABB Robotics and WellSpan Health to deliver high-quality, customizable meals around …
Aramark Invests in Robotic Kitchen Technology to Expand 24/7 Hospital Dining Options Read More