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Next Gen Robots

GM and NASA Team Up to Build a Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger Robonaut2

— February 5, 2010 — Autos
General Motors is not going to be left out of the loop when it comes to the creation of next gen robots. GM and NASA have teamed up, and with a little inspiration from Daft Punk, have engaged in the production of a “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger” robot cleverly dubbed: Robonaut2 - or - R2 (without the D2).

GM and NASA's plans for the technologically advanced next gen Robonaut2 include working together with humans in a harmonious capacity.

Implications - This unstoppable business partnership is a step into the future of highly advanced robots that will work harmoniously with humors to create a more efficient, high quality manufacturing environment that is both competitive and cooperative. The possibilities are limitless, as GM and NASA explore robotics further.
Trend Themes
1. Advanced Robotics - The collaboration between GM and NASA in building the next gen robot Robonaut2 shows opportunities for advanced robotics in manufacturing and space exploration.
2. Human-robot Collaboration - The development of Robonaut2 that can work together harmoniously with humans paves the way for opportunities in manufacturing, healthcare, and other industries that require team collaboration between humans and machines.
3. Intelligent Automation - The creation of a more advanced and intelligent robot like Robonaut2 hints at the potential disruptive innovation of intelligent automation in manufacturing, space exploration, and other industries that require precision and speed.
Industry Implications
1. Manufacturing - The partnership between GM and NASA in building advanced robots provides disruptive innovation opportunities for manufacturing such as increased efficiency, precision, and quality control.
2. Space Exploration - Robonaut2 and future advanced robots developed by GM and NASA can pave the way for disruptive innovation in space exploration through automation, safety, and efficiency for human astronauts.
3. Healthcare - The human-robot collaboration demonstrated through the development of Robonaut2 can lead to disruptive innovation opportunities in healthcare for assistive robotics that can work with medical personnel to improve patient outcomes.
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