robots.net blog for thorn_stevens

29 Sep 2010

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 12:20:43 GMT

iRobot has patented an intelligent new navigation system for Roomba. The company faces new competition from the Neato XV-11, with laser- guidance and mapping, and the Mint Cleaner, so this doesn't come a moment too soon.

13 Sep 2010

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:21:59 GMT

At my blog, Robot Stock News, Neato Robotics' VP takes on iRobot's Roomba in an hour-long lecture at the famed Palo Alto Research Center. Fascinating look at how their new XV-11 robot vacuum came to be, including the first consumer laser guidance system under $2,000.

31 May 2009

Sun, 31 May 2009 00:56:15 GMT

iRobot filed a patent application for a Roomba with a Square-Sided front, which is intended to better clean corners and edges. Pics at the link!

17 May 2009

Sun, 17 May 2009 16:48:00 GMT

I've uncovered a new 1-pound military micro robot called iRobot Ember. The idea is to send out swarms of these robots to set up and instant wireless communications grid on the battlefield, but there could be a lot of other uses besides.

Worth a look!

-Thorn

6 Jul 2008

Sun, 6 Jul 2008 19:22:03 GMT

iRobot files plans for a New iRobot Robotic Lawnmower! Lots of pics and details at the link (goes to my blog, Robot Stock News). Enjoy!

22 Aug 2007

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 12:37:55 GMT

iRobot has released the NEW Roomba 570, Roomba 560, Roomba 530 and Roomba 510 robots!!! Many, many improvements on the old Roombas. Pics and details at the link.

26 Jul 2007

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 02:22:49 GMT

iRobot has confirmed that they will launch a third generation of the famed Roomba robot vacuum later this year, Robot Stock News reports. The new Roombas are expected to feature improved reliability and a Lighthouse feature so they automatically know which rooms they have cleaned.

24 Dec 2006

Sun, 24 Dec 2006 00:46:20 GMT

iRobot will launch a new programmable robot it is calling the "future of consumer robotics" at CES, Robot Stock News is reporting. (Hilarious video invitation is at the link!)

14 Sep 2006

Thu, 14 Sep 2006 03:59:29 GMT

iRobot has released a new Roomba derivative called the "Dirt Dog" for garages and shop floors, alongside a new Roomba for Pets.

4 Sep 2006

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 15:34:04 GMT

Question: Do home robots make us lazy?

And, A new robot can identify wines and cheeses