Humanoid robot helps train children with autism

2013-03-21

Humanoid robot helps train children with autism

A-Lab launch : we are recruiting​!

2013-03-20

Aldebaran Robotics, the company that commercializes the Nao robot, is launching the A-Lab, a fundamental and applied research unit dedicated to advances in five keys domains: Artificial Intelligence, Mechatronics,Dynamic Control, Interaction, Systems.

We are now recruiting young PhDs and senior researchers for permanent positions in Paris covering the following areas of expertize:

Developmental Robotics: sensorimotor grounding and language acquisition (lexicon, grammar, compositional actions).

Keywords: developmental, embodiment, grounding, language games, imitation, intrinsic motivation, learning, categorization, joint attention, social robotics.

Interaction: audio and video signal processing and dialog management in interactive robots. Machine learning, new sensor integration methods.

Keywords: gesture recognition, emotions, voice modulation, world representation, dialog engine, task learning, sound optimization, image segmentation, sensor modeling.

Mechatronics: design of new actuators, sensors and smart dynamical structures.

Keywords: actuators, sensors, dynamic structures, 3D sensors, thermic sensors.

Dynamics: intelligent and advanced body control in key dynamics areas: walking and navigation, grasping and postures.

Keywords: walk, VSLAM, navigation, grasping, procedural motion.

Systems: system design and integration, new languages for robotics, operating systems.

Keywords: software safety, programming languages, URBI/urbiscript, architecture and middleware.

Candidates working on mechatronics, interaction, dynamics and systems will be involved in applied research for the development of key technologies directly integrated in the Aldebaran Robotics product line. They will work in tight collaboration with the production teams.

The Artificial Intelligence group (AI Lab), working on developmental robotics, is a more fundamental research group with long term goals in the continuity of academics research labs. Its goal is to make progress in the understanding and modeling of the mechanisms of development and learning in embodied intelligent robots.

All candidates will be involved in collaborative projects, and will contribute to research valorization in the context of joint labs, partnerships and commercial applications.

Positions: 18 open positions in the above domains

Location: Paris in Aldebaran Robotics headquarters

Profile: PhD, computer science background (good level in C++/python), excellent level in English, strong vision, references & publications requested.

Please send applications to a-lab@aldebaran-robotics.com with the following elements:

• - Resume with references
• - One paragraph summary of research background
• - List of published papers, currently submitted papers and patents
• - Media and dissemination references if available
• - Date of availability

ALDEBARAN Robotics launches Robotic Idol, the first robotic dance competition for K-12 Education to take place in California on October 26, 2013.

2013-02-18

Bruno Maisonnier is awarded the 2012 marius lavet prize

2013-01-25

NAO is used in Therapeutic Treatment for Children With Special Needs

2013-01-11

NAO in NBC News - autism

2012-11-29

Robots App - Spectrum ieee

2012-11-27

Robots, trebuchets highlight exhibit at Miners Museum

2012-11-19

Robots in the classroom help autistic children learn

2012-11-13

NAO won the Hall of Fame award as the best educational robot of the year

2012-10-29

Bruno Maisonnier at Google Zeitgeist

2012-10-17

NAO on TV Show 16x9

2012-10-17

NAO Gives a Vision of the Future Robots

2012-09-12

Humanoid Linux robot NAO thrills developers in Paris

2012-07-26

At the end of April, Aldebaran Robotics let their 57cm-long humanoid NAO robots loose on a human audience of mostly open source developers. The robots possess 25 degrees of freedom, a child's gaze, and anthropomorphic interactions

Born to Design - The testimonial of Solidwoks users : discover how is designed NAO

2012-07-03

Born to Design - The testimonial of Solidwoks users : discover how is designed NAO

Watch the RoboCup 2012 final - Germany vs USA

2012-07-02

Watch the RoboCup 2012 final - Germany vs USA

Watch NAO Tech Day live streaming on wednesday june 13th (9.30am - 6.30pm)

2012-06-13

Watch NAO Tech Day live streaming on wednesday june 13th (9.30am - 6.30pm)

New Robot Helps Autistic Children Interact

2012-05-14

Tim Gifford, CEO of Movia Robotics, and UConn professor Anjana Bhat talk with Stan about a new robot that helps autistic children increase their interacting skills.

NAO Robot Impresses With New Abilities At Paris Conference

2012-05-03

NAO at Aldebaran Robotics’ NAO Robots Dance at the USA Science & Engineering Festival

2012-05-03

Robotics Experts Hope to Boost Student Interest - An interview of Associated Press

2012-05-02

Aldebaran Robotics, worldleader in humanoid robotics, raises US$13 million in round led by Intel Capital

2011-06-08

Paris, France -- Aldebaran Robotics SA, the world-leading European humanoid robotics company, announced today that the company has raised US$13 million in new venture funding. The series C round of financing was led by Intel Capital, with additional participation from its current investors,CDC Innovation, iSource and Crédit Agricole Private Equity

Nao becomes Open Source

2011-05-13

ALDEBARAN-Robotics, announced at the 2011 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation its decision to share a significant part of its source code with the research and developer community by the end of 2011.

ALDEBARAN Robotics and ISTEC

2013-05-13

Aldebaran Robotics’ NAO Robot Goes to School to Help Children with Autism

2013-04-26

Aldebaran Robotics, the world leader in humanoid robotics, today announced the launch of the ASK NAO (Autism Solution for Kids) initiative for use in special education and specifically, for children with autism.

ALDEBARAN Robotics equips 200 schools with NAO robots

2012-11-26

URBI, the open source operating system for robots, is distributed under the BSD license

2012-10-11

Aldebaran Robotics buys out Gostai and thus reinforces its position as a major player in the international world of robotics.

2012-07-26

(Paris, France – July 25h, 2012) Founded in March 2006 by Jean-Christophe Baillie, expert in Artificial Intelligence and robotics, Gostai is joining Aldebaran Robotics Corporation in July 2012. The company, specialized in the development of robotics software tools and the mobile Jazz connect telepresence robot, is one of the European leaders in this area.

Robotics : the time is NAO

2011-11-15

See the interview of NAO by France24 TV http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X61lj-lercw&feature=youtu.be

Humanoid Robots: STEM Vehicles Today, Classroom Assistants Tomorrow

2011-10-25

If humanoid robots are ever to succeed as classroom assistants, they have to be stable, agile, and programmable--but above all, said Bruno Maisonnier, they have to be cute. "In my opinion, the robot of the future will have as its main function to interact with people," Maisonnier said. "If you want people to be comfortable interacting with a robot, it has to have a humanoid shape, not a dog or a spider or anything like that. Really, they have to look cute before everything else."

Meet NAO, your new classmate!

2011-10-21

Students in Dubai will soon get to meet a new friend in their classrooms — a humanoid robot. Combining sophisticated intelligence with good looks, NAO perfectly fits the educational needs of schools and universities. Blinking its blue eyes and moving its head across the room, the robot makes use of high-definition cameras to see people. A simple tap on its head brings the humanoid to life as it

Aldebaran and Intel demonstrate the power of humanoid NAO

2011-10-18

Aldebaran Robotics, in partnership with Intel, today showcased the power of humanoid NAO robots in the classroom to Middle East academia and research institutions. Powered by Intel Atom technology, NAO is the first versatile and programmable humanoid robot to be used as a standard platform for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) students.

Boston Robotic Expo Shows Off Technology That Could Help With Disabilities

2011-09-27

BOSTON (CBS) – Governor Patrick was among those who stopped by the one-day expo at the Hynes Convention Center Friday called “Products And Designs That Change Our Lives.” NAO is one product from Aldebaran Robotics. Two feet tall, it can also access the internet. Think of it as a walking laptop. It can be made compatible with other objects, such as refrigerators.

New curriculum products for schools

2011-09-13

Aldebaran Robotics, a French company with U.S. offices in Boston, demonstrated what it says is the most widely used humanoid robot for academic purposes worldwide, called NAO. Teachers who have used NAO humanoid robots during their classes say the devices really motivate students, according to the company. The robots provide an introduction to computer programming and offer a hands-on way to teach about topics such as locomotion, voice recognition, and more.

RoboCup kicks off

2011-08-01

The best strikers, defenders and midfield players in the robot football world have already gathered in Istanbul. The teams and their coaches are there for the climax of the 2011 non-human soccer calendar - the RoboCup. The competition sees teams from all around the world pit their creations, be they made from bolts or bytes, against other robot teams.

The First Robot Film Festival Was a Success, New Robotic Stars Are Born

2011-08-01

The First Robot Film Festival Was a Success, New Robotic Stars Are Born On July 17th and 18th, the first Robot Film Festival took place in New York City. Organized by popular roboticist Heather Knight, the festival brought together robotic builders, engineers, artists, and robot lovers in general. As in other film festivals, there was a screening of the selected films, a red carpet ceremony, and several live performances by local artists throughout the event.

Fourth generation robot Nao

2011-08-01

The NAO robot demonstrated its footballing prowess at RoboCup 2011where it was the model selected for the standard platform league. Its manufacturer, the French company Aldebaran, announced the forthcoming 4th generation model during the event and it is now available for pre-order, although not due to ship until the Fall.

Germans dominate Robot World Cup

2011-08-01

It was an all-too-familiar result at the Robot World Cup as Britain crashed out in the group stage of a tournament that Germany dominated. For the first time Britain was represented at the 'RoboCup', with a team sent from Edinburgh University.