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Robotics and Motion Control

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Robotics and Motion Control

Marble Grumpy Statue Sculpted with Robotic Precision and Traditional Stone Craftsmanship

The six-foot Grumpy statue now greeting golfers at hole No. 14 on Disney's Magnolia Golf Course didn't come from a mold or a foundry. It was carved from a solid block of natural Carrara marble using a new process developed by Disney Imagineering.

Robotics and Motion Control

Countertop Growing System Uses Custom Plug-and-Play Motor

A home appliance company needed a custom solution to power the water and air pumps in an at-home "countertop garden" for microgreens.

Robotics and Motion Control

Students Design Versatile and Scalable Vehicle

Students at California State University, Chico, gained hands-on experience and technical expertise that will empower them to excel in real-world engineering and innovation roles.

Robotics and Motion Control

Creating a Rust-Resistant Radar System for Ocean Vessels

High humidity and salty seas were no match for this corrosion-resistant radar system customization.

Robotics and Motion Control

World's First Electric Snowbike is Highly Maneuverable and Reliable

The MoonBike was specifically designed for speed, endurance, low maintenance, and fun.

Robotics and Motion Control

"Flying Theater" has Spherical Projection Screen with Synchronized Effects for Immersive Experience

PC-based technology provides highly precise motion control and synchronization for all types of entertainment applications — including indoor attractions, signage, and more.

Robotics and Motion Control

WATCH: One-on-One with Joe Rando of Rando Productions

A conversation with Joe Rando on how teams of creative engineers bring entertainment to life in stage, film, theme parks, and more

Robotics and Motion Control

The Core Innovations Behind the Industrialization of Intelligent Robotics

A system-level platform spanning humanoid robotic arms, integrated joint modules, global remote operations, and open-sourced real-world data was exhibited at CES 2026.

Robotics and Motion Control

Rose Parade Float Uses High-End Animatronics

Closed-loop feedback system allows programmers to choreograph four-axes of eagle motion in sync with a musical soundtrack.

Robotics and Motion Control

The Groundbreaking Technology Behind Disney's New Robotic Olaf

How Disney Imagineering Research & Development brought a robot into the real world that walks and talks just like the beloved animated character from Frozen.

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