A SMARTee tube
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Hughes STX is developing a compliant industrial robot that uses a pressure sensor to react to unusual conditions and thereby avoid making repeated mistakes. The Smart End-effector (SMARTee) could garner as much as a third of the robot assembly market if Hughes' goals are met.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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Digital dating: BT and EDS
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The two giant multinationals are working on a deal that could be an enormous benefit to both parties. BT wants to use EDS computer services to become the world's largest networked voice and data-telecoms service provider, while EDS gains access to European markets.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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Lines across the water: BT and MCI
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British Telecommunications and MCI plan to invest $1 billion in a joint venture that would expand their global markets. BT will own 75% of the company, while MCI would own the rest and gain most of the business of BT America.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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