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Abu Dhabi based company PAL Technology unveils latest generation humanoid Robot Reem B
Sophisticated robot features a number of world-first capabilities
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 12 June, 2008 - Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Pal Technology proudly announces today the launch of Reem B, a prototype for the development of one of the most sophisticated humanoid service robots in the world, during an exclusive launch event on Reem Island, Abu Dhabi.
Reem B is the next generation prototype of a humanoid robot designed and built by Pal Technology, a UAE based multi disciplined business established in 2000. The 60kg robot's customized hardware and software development makes it a truly autonomous, self-contained service robot, able to communicate with humans and perform a number of unique and sophisticated tasks.
Reem B is the evolution of the first humanoid robot Reem A created by Pal Technology Robotics, Reem B has the unique ability to map and self localize itself, both elements that distinctly set it apart from Reem A. Although both robots can perform face recognition, object recognition, voice recognition and walking, Reem B, can also converse with humans, walk dynamically, recognize and grasp objects, accept voice commands, and even remind appointments.
"Reem B is equipped with an infrared laser on its feet, allowing it to find its way and generate autonomously a map of its environment onto a computer screen which guests are able to witness in real time." added Mr Faconti.
Mr Basar Shueb, General Manager of Pal Technology said: "Pal Technology's ultimate goal is to create a truly useful humanoid service robot that will be able to help humans in the future with sophisticated tasks. Reem B is clearly aligned with this vision, not only representing the next generation of humanoid robotics, but a robot designed to assist people and not replace them."
During the exclusive launch event, Pal Technology presented Abu Dhabi University with a scholarship programme for outstanding post graduate students, from the Computer Science and Robotics department. As part of this programme, students will be given the opportunity to work with the team of experts behind the advancement of Reem B and to assist first hand with Pal Technology's future research and development plans.
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About Pal technology
PAL Technology was established in 2000 as a subsidiary of the PAL Group of Companies in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The company covers four main business entities: research & development, district cooling, construction & water, and dredging & reclamation. PAL Group was formed to cater to various segments, including the IT industry, security, water desalination, construction, entertainment and many others. With in-house expertise in the different business segments, each company has proved itself as a leading business solution provider in its respective field.
PAL Technology is engaged in the research and development of high end products and technologies in the field of microelectronics, sophisticated mechatronics engineering & designing, artificial intelligence, multitasking computer programming and different prospects of renewable energy. PAL Technology is continuously investing in the field of research & development through its local and foreign collaborations in order to add value engineering to its current project as well as development of new gamut.
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