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ROBOTS AT THE TIPPING-POINT: THE ROAD TO THE iROBOT ROOMBA®

The iRobot Roomba Robotic Floorvac has rapidly become the world’s most successful consumer robot. Since its launch in 2002, over one million Roombas have entered service in homes all over the world. Roomba accomplished this singular feat largely by exploiting a simple idea: A robot’s cost must be commensurate with its utility to the customer. No breakthrough technologies were required, just familiar components used in new ways. The presentation will explore the history, technology, and the principles behind the design of this robot.

( The meeting will be held at Wellesley High School, Wellesley, MA, on Tuesday, April 11, 2006. Presentation 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Followed by a no-host dinner at Bertucci’s. )

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Do NOT miss this meeting. TRUST ME.