RDP, UBC robots debut on campus

Red Deer Polytechnic and the University of British Columbia have both recently unveiled new robots on their campuses. At RDP, Dr Woof—an intelligent bionic quadruped robot equipped with a 4D LiDAR scanner—was introduced on International Dog Day as a “dynamic ambassador for the future of robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing.” At UBC, a partnership with Rogers Communications has brought three four-wheeled Kiwibots—Grey, Kelly, and Robson—to the UBC bookstore. For four weeks, they will answer student questions and hand out treats. Both institutions intend to use the robots for applied research and data gathering.