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RobotShop Distribution Inc. announces today the launch of its new website and new Informational and Technological Watch Blogs in the fields of Personal and Professional Robotics.

Boisbriand February 11, 2010 -- Robotshop Distribution Inc. announces today the launch of its new portal Robotshop.com and its robotics news blogs in French and English.

RobotShop is a leader in the online sale of personal or domestic robots and professional robots since 2003 with employees and warehouses in North America. The company also ship worldwide.

On top of the existing discussion forums, the RobotShop blogs will allow our company to increase our visibility on the Internet and also provide a new dimension to our online sales activities The RobotShop website refers to a number of robotic products such as robot vacuums, robot mowers, pool cleaning robots, robot toys, security and surveillance devices, professional robot development platforms and robot parts or kits. RobotShop.com also offers a repair center for robots – known as the Robot Hospital – which brings robots back to life.

“On top of the existing discussion forums, the RobotShop blogs will allow our company to increase our visibility on the Internet and also provide a new dimension to our online sales activities”, said Mario Tremblay, president and founder of RobotShop. “The integration of Vincent Abry, an expert in Internet marketing, to our team will provide new momentum to RobotShop’s Web 2.0 initiatives”, he added.

Vincent Abry, a blogger specialized in Cyber Marketing, joins the ranks of RobotShop’s Web intelligence Department. Vincent Abry is an editor of many blogs and Websites since 1999 and acts as author and consultant in Web marketing for many companies in Quebec and France. « It is a marvelous challenge for me to join a winning team and to participate in its development on the front lines of blogs and social networking”, stated Vincent Abry.

“A major player in online robotics such as RobotShop owed itself to take a plunge into Web 2.0 to not only share with and inform the public, but also to increase its visibility and presence on the Social Web and in search engines. The extensive experience of the RobotShop team in robotics, coupled with a technological watch blog, will truly bring out the best and satisfy millions of people around the world who are passionate about robots”, he added.

About RobotShop Distribution inc.
RobotShop is a closely held company and a leader in the distribution of personal and professional robot technology. It provides personal and professional robots, development platforms, robot kits and specialized robotic parts. RobotShop is undertaking a broad strategic program aimed at promoting the evolution of robotic processes within our society, leading to the creation of a whole new world of possibilities: Robotics at your service

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Hence, for people who wish to start building their own robots now, here is a list of some of the robot parts that are available at RobotShop:

1. Sensors
Sensors are necessary in constructing "intelligent" robots. Robot sensors are responsible for robots to perceive and identify the world. It's a special device that every robot needs for them to be aware of what's going on around them.

There are many kinds of sensors; each designed to modify the awareness of every robot. There are infrared sensors, ultrasonic range finders and thermal array sensors, among others.

2. Microcontrollers
Microcontrollers are the so-called "brains" of robots. Just like in computers, microcontrollers are the central processing unit of robots. They are responsible for controlling the overall activities of a robot.

3. Motors
Like in any motorized device, motors are responsible in rendering the machine in motion. Robots would not operate smoothly if not for quality motors. However, not all motors are created equal. It is important to choose the appropriate motor for your robot. Check your motors' RPM, torque and power requirements.

4. Electronics
Electronics are the backbone of robot technology. Electronics are basically life-providing devices in robotic systems. The different kinds of electronics in robots are motor controllers, cables and LCDs among others.

5. Communications and Control
A robot's communication and control devices are especially made to render optimum domination over your robots. Robot parts exclusively designed for communication should focus more on transmitting messages with clear inputs.

In getting robot parts, you need not buy the most expensive ones. Choose specific parts that you need. Be sure to get manufacturer's warranty in all the robot parts you buy. Robot parts may be a challenging feat to undergo, but with the help of RobotShop's customer representatives, you are sure to get the robot parts you need.

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Robot books and magazines encapsulate existing and emerging human knowledge, allowing us to design and build robots of our own. Whether you are a beginner, an intermediate or an advanced roboticist, you will find a robot book or magazine to help you reach your goal.

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Here you will find all the tools and equiment needed to build robots or experiment with electronics.

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Robot toys are certainly among the best educational toys you can find. Many toys do not interact with their environment, but robots do. Get ready to experiment and increase your creativity with the next robot toy revolution.

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Here you will find a wide selection of Robot Kits and Development Platforms to suit everyone's taste. Building a robot from a kit is the perfect way to learn about robotics technology. In fact, when you build and assemble a robot kit, you learn about physics, mechanics, electronics and artificial intelligence. Robot kits are a lot of fun and make excellent educational gifts. For more advanced users wanting to create their own robots from scratch, please visit our Robot Parts section.

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his might be where you find your future robot! Robot parts avoid the problems of having to design and build an entire robot from scratch. With some specialized robot parts, you will be able to build or modify a robot more quickly; you will make it more professional, intelligent and adaptable to its environment. Certainly, the steady advance of robot parts will change the way we build robots. Choose the parts you need and start assembling your robot now.

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Professional and Service Robots are used in a variety of applications at work, in public, in hazardous environments, in locations such as deep-sea, battlefields and space, just to name a few. In addition to the service areas such as cleaning, surveillance, inspection and maintenance, we utilize these robots where manual task execution is dangerous, impossible or unacceptable. Professional and Service Robots are more capable, rugged and often more expensive than domestic robots and are ideally suited for professional and/or commercial use. RobotShop’s lineup of professional and service robots is always expanding. Stay tuned to find your next professional robot.

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Here are your future personal and domestic robots! The purpose of what we do in robotics is to liberate people from unpleasant or dangerous tasks and give them more liberty and security. Backed by extremely dedicated and passionate people who go the extra mile to serve our growing clientele, we are definitely the world's leading source for domestic robot technology. The domestic robot revolution is just beginning. What will be your domestic robot’s first task? Perhaps we can suggest starting off by automating some of the more unpleasant tasks such as vacuuming, mowing your lawn or cleaning your pool.