Robot Block Party

About CITRIS CPARCloud Robotics, Deep Learning, Human-Centric Automation, and Bio-Inspired Robotics are among the primary research themes of the UC CITRIS People and Robots Initiative that focuses on new theory, benchmarks, software, and approaches that address challenges in the interest of society.About Silicon Valley RoboticsSilicon Valley Robotics is a non-profit industry association supporting innovation and commercialization of robotics technologies. With more than 50 robotics research labs, and over 500 robotics startups, the Silicon Valley/SF Bay Area region is the most active robotics cluster in the world.

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The Silicon Valley Robotics Robot Block Party is BACK! 
Demos, workshops, job fair, speakers, robots, fun and fiesta!

Circuit Launch

The Silicon Valley Robotics Robot Block Party is BACK! Join us at <a href="https://circuitlaunch.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Circuit Launch</a> in Oakland for a Saturday full of robot demos, developer workshops, speakers, job fair, show'n'tell, Brazilian BBQ and Bliss Pops, and most of all lots and lots of fun!AGENDA:<ul><li>Acknowledgement of Land</li><li>Robot Demos (upstairs, downstairs &amp; outside - all day)</li><ul><li>Play with Spot the robot dog</li><li>MechLabs Robot Building Workshop Intro</li><li>See full exhibitor list below</li></ul><li>Robot Races (upstairs, downstairs &amp; outside weather permitting)</li></ul><ul><ul><li>10am-2pm Indoor DIY Robocar Track Day</li><li>2pm-4pm Outdoor Autonomous Rover Rally</li><li>10am-1.30pm Indy Autonomous Challenge Live Stream</li></ul></ul><ul><li>Tech Talks</li></ul><ul><ul><li>11am-4pm on Tech Talk Stage</li><li>2pm-4pm on Indoor Robocar Stage</li><li>See full Tech Talk program below</li></ul></ul><ul><li>Robojobs Job Wall &amp; Community Notice Board</li></ul><ul><li>Networking events at 10am &amp; 3pm : Women in Robotics, Black in Robotics (tbc) and Bots&amp;Beverages</li></ul><ul><li> RoboCafe, Brazilian BBQ &amp; Bliss Pops (thanks to Haddington Dynamics!)</li></ul>What are you going to bring??? (aside from your masks of course!)Oct 20-21 ROSCon '21 Viewing Party at Circuit Launch if you're in the Bay Area. Almost as good as New Orleans ;p <a href="https://roscon21-viewing-party.eventbrite.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://roscon21-viewing-party.eventbrite.com</a> Oct 22 Keep your hands busy with an indepth Robot Developer Day of workshops at Circuit Launch <a href="https://robot-developer-day.eventbrite.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://robot-developer-day.eventbrite.com </a>

<h1>Robots roaming around:</h1><a href="https://ohmnilabs.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">OhmniLabsTM</a> create flexible robotics modules and scalable additive manufacturing processes. Their flagship product, the Ohmni Robot is an award-winning telepresence robot that transforms how people connect, from their homes, businesses, classrooms, to hospitals. You can even visit the Robot Block Party via an Ohmni Robot! <a href="https://twitter.com/OhmniLabs" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@OhmniLabs</a><a href="https://www.friendlyrobots.co/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Friendly Robots </a>won the DOE ERobot Challenge in 2021. The company is based on the principle of creating sustainability through the automation of maintenance jobs and currently has a commercial grade floor care robot in the market. <a href="https://twitter.com/friendly_robots" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@friendly_robots</a><a href="https://www.cartken.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Cartken</a> builds AI powered delivery robots for indoors or outdoors, reducing the labor and environmental costs of current solutions. <a href="https://twitter.com/gocartken" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@gocartken</a><a href="https://www.dustyrobotics.com/about" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dusty Robotics</a> accelerates the digital transformation of the construction industry by developing robot-powered tools for the modern construction workforce, starting with BIM-driven robotics layout. <a href="https://twitter.com/DustyRobotics" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@DustyRobotics</a><a href="http://www.gotrobots.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">GotRobots</a> is an online showcase for Nick Donaldson's robot projects. He's bringing Marauder, a giant octopod skating robot to the Robot Block Party. <a href="https://twitter.com/Got_Robots" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@Got_Robots</a><a href="https://www.ubiquityrobotics.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ubiquity Robotics </a>Magni is a highly capable robot platform at an affordable cost. Built with a sturdy aluminum chassis, Magni has a substantial payload capability, able to carry upwards of 100 kilos. <a href="https://twitter.com/UbiquityR" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@UbiquityR</a>

<h1>Robots in real world applications:</h1><a href="https://www.hdrobotic.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Haddington Dynamics,</a> recently acquired by Ocado, build Dexter, a light industrial collaborative robot with better than human touch sensitivity and up to 3kg payload. <a href="https://twitter.com/HDRobotic" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@HDRobotic</a><a href="https://www.bostondynamics.com/spot" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Boston Dynamics&#x27; Spot</a> is the world&#x27;s most famous robot dog, now being deployed in construction and other areas. You&#x27;ll program Spot to lift a leg or bust a dance move. <a href="https://twitter.com/BostonDynamics" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@BostonDynamics</a><a href="https://foxglove.dev/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Foxglove Dev</a> accelerates your robotics development with Foxglove Studio, an open source visualization &amp; debugging tool. <a href="https://twitter.com/foxglovedev" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@foxglovedev</a><a href="https://www.eandm.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">SICK/EandM</a> need to buy, build or accessorize a robot? EandM is the SICK representative and automation leader on the West Coast. <a href="https://twitter.com/EandMonline" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@EandMonline</a><a href="https://parker.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Parker Hannifin</a> is the global leader in motion and control technologies, with a new line of inertial sensor technologies to showcase. <a href="https://twitter.com/ParkerHannifin" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@ParkerHannifin</a><a href="https://dexterity.ai/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dexterity Robotics</a> delivers true autonomy in the warehouse with a full-stack integration that increases productivity, safety and control. <a href="https://twitter.com/DexterityRobots" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@DexterityRobotics</a><a href="https://www.cat.com/en_US/news/machine-press-releases/caterpillar-announces-acquisition-of-robotic-expertise.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Caterpillar</a>, the leading manufacturer of large-scale equipment for construction, mining and transportation is hiring for their robotics division. <a href="https://twitter.com/CaterpillarInc" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@CaterpillarInc</a> <a href="https://ologicinc.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ologic</a>, the company behind everyone else&#x27;s robots, is Silicon Valley&#x27;s premier engineering consultancy. <a href="https://twitter.com/ologicinc" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@ologicinc</a><a href="https://www.monarchtractor.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Monarch Tractor</a> implement smart technology on a fully electric tractor platform, leading the digital transformation of farming. <a href="https://twitter.com/MonarchTractor" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@MonarchTractor</a><a href="https://www.tangible-research.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Tangible Research</a> are a breakthrough in telerobotics, allowing you to control and feel a pair of robotic hands as if they were your own.<a href="https://twitter.com/TangibleRes" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> @TangibleRes</a><a href="https://www.fujiinnovation.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Fuji Innovation Lab</a> is a global leader in robotics and automation for manufacturing of electronic devices, the automotive industry, healthcare and logistics. <a href="https://twitter.com/fujiamerica" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@fujiamerica</a><a href="https://urbanmachine.build/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Urban Machine </a> salvaging the past to build the future (with robots). Still in stealth but hiring! <a href="https://twitter.com/urbanmachinebuild" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@urbanmachinebuild</a><a href="https://merklebot.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Merklebot</a> is financing the 4th Industrial Revolution. Want robots? Merklebot finances the upfront costs and provides you with Robots-As-A-Service. <a href="https://twitter.com/MerkleBot" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@MerkleBot</a><a href="https://www.item.farm/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Item Farm</a>&#x27;s easy to use Orchard modules can 3D print, laser cut or etch up to 14 things at once for the local production of almost anything. <a href="https://twitter.com/itemfarm" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@itemfarm</a><a href="https://www.freshbot.co/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">FreshBot</a> is stealthily developing technology to make quality food MORE accessible than fast food using autonomous restaurant kiosks.<a href="https://www.mistyrobotics.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Misty Robotics</a> is changing the way the robotics market works by opening up access to the world&#x27;s 23 million developers. Meet and customize our very own Misty. <a href="https://twitter.com/MistyRobotics" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@MistyRobotics</a><a href="https://picknik.ai/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Picknik</a> combines world-class robotics expertise and state of the art open source robotics frameworks to save you time and money. <a href="https://twitter.com/PickNikRobotics" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@PickNikRobotics</a>

<h1>Robots you can make at home:</h1><a href="https://diyrobocars.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">DIY Robocars </a>for people who want to make and race DIY autonomous cars of any size from tiny 16th scale to full size <a href="https://twitter.com/diyrobocars" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@diyrobocars</a><a href="https://svrobo.org/roboticists-in-residence/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Roboticists in Residence </a>see various projects from our Roboticists in Residence from Tesla's that make tea, to a scale 3D printed Mars Rover and Eliza Dolls for STEM. <a href="https://twitter.com/svrobo" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@svrobo.org</a><a href="https://www.point1seconds.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Point1 Seconds</a> meet A1 a mechatronic quadruped and other designs and implementations of limbed robots and humanoids.<a href="https://www.techykids.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Techy Kids </a>is an online educational platform for kids to be inspired with a blend of robotics, creativity, technology, and invention and US distributor of Thymio robots.<a href="https://www.hbrobotics.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">HomeBrew Robotics Club</a> is a group enthusiasts interested in the emerging field of robotics, bringing a selection of robot projects to show and tell.<a href="https://www.hbrobotics.org/index.php/team/d-davis/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Engineering Chick</a> is a member of HBRC and Cupertinkers and builds 3D printed humanoids and dancing robots for fun. <a href="https://twitter.com/DDroboticsChick" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@DDroboticsChick</a><a href="https://www.lisaxwinter.com/ai-or-die.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">AI or DIE</a>'s MIke Winter builds crazy amazing AI robots, often with daughter Lisa, several times joint winners of Battlebots &amp; Robot Combat League.<a href="https://www.lisaxwinter.com/ai-or-die.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="https://circuitlaunch.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Circuit Launch Mechlabs</a> is where you can learn mechatronics in self-paced hands on or virtual programs building robots like Reachy, the humanoid. <a href="https://twitter.com/circuitlaunch" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@circuitlaunch</a><a href="https://svrobo.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Silicon Valley Robotics</a> would like to see a robot in every business by 2030 and it's getting super easy and affordable. Let us show you some examples! <a href="https://twitter.com/svrobo" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@svrobo</a>The Museum of Social Robots will launch next year at Silicon Valley Robotics and Circuit Launch but you can get a sneak peek today with a working Jibo, Kuri and more robots from the past. Let <a href="http://www.robot.md/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Robot.MD Joanne Pransky</a>, the world's first Robo-Psychiatrist, show you around as she visits us via robot!

<h1>AR/VR Zone:</h1>Explore the latest in interface and interaction technologies in the AR/VR zone with Ethereal Matter and the AR/VR Creators Group.<a href="https://www.ethereal-matter.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ethereal Matter</a> is creating the future of exercise with a multimedia, multisensory and multiplayer platform. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anina_(model)" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Anina Net</a> is a model/fashion designer/technologist who will be roaming in an OhmniBot to talk about her latest AR and robotics designs, as well as <a href="https://women.robociti.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Robociti</a>, a new robotics program for women. <a href="https://www.meetup.com/ARVR-Creators/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">AR/VR Creators Group </a>is for all builders and enthusiasts of immersive technology. We are developers, engineers, designers, artists, and more.

<h1>Tech Talks Timetable:</h1>10:00	Merklebot10:20	FoxGlove Robotics10:40	Dusty Robotics11:00	DOE11:20	Parker Hannifin11:40	Jim the STEAM Clown12:00	EandM12:20	Mike Winter12:40	Haddington Dynamics1:00	Silicon Valley Robotics &amp; Circuit Launch &amp; Open Robotics1:20	Techy Kids1:40	Chris Anderson2:00	SRI International (Alex)2:20	Parker Hannifin2:40	InOrbit3:00	TRI3:20	Eliza Dolls3:40	Matthew Ebisu4:00	Anina Net

<h1><a href="https://svrobo.org/shop/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">2021 ROBOT BLOCK PARTY T-SHIRT IS ON SALE NOW!</a></h1><h3>Wear any Robot Block Party T-shirt to the party on Oct 23 and we'll give you free food!</h3><h3>Volunteer ahead of or for the day and we'll give you a free T-shirt!</h3>

<h1>Sponsored by:</h1><h1><a href="https://www.hdrobotic.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Haddington Dynamics</a></h1><h1><a href="https://www.hdrobotic.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a>Additional Sponsors:</h1><h2>Foxglove Robotics</h2><h2>Parker Hannifin/Lord Microstrain</h2><h2>InOrbit</h2>

<h1>Supported by:</h1><h3><a href="https://citris-uc.org/research/people-and-robots/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CITRIS &amp; the Banatao Institute and the CITRIS People and Robots Lab</a></h3>The Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society (CITRIS) and the Banatao Institute create information technology solutions for society’s most pressing challenges. <a href="https://twitter.com/citrisnews" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@citrisnews</a><h3><a href="https://circuitlaunch.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Circuit Launch</a> and <a href="https://mechlabs.io" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Mechlabs.io</a></h3>Circuit Launch is a community, co-working space and micromanufacturing center for robotics, biotech, AR/VR and electronics hardware companies, with 31,000 sq ft for building the future. <a href="https://twitter.com/circuitlaunch" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@circuitlaunch</a><h3><a href="https://svrobo.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Silicon Valley Robotics</a></h3>Silicon Valley Robotics (SVR) supports innovation and commercialization of robotics technologies. SVR is a non-profit robotics accelerator and industry association started by the robotics community in 2010 and is now the largest cluster of venture backed robotics companies in the world. <a href="https://twitter.com/svrobo" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@svrobo</a>

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