TEL-AVIV, Israel, Feb. 15, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- The three-way partnership of InRob, Ltd. ("InRob") (OTCBB:IRBL), a leader in advanced wireless control systems for unmanned ground vehicles (UGV), Israel Tractors and Equipment, Ltd. ("ITE"), the Caterpillar dealer in Israel (www.israel-tractors.co.il) and Israel Aerospace Industries, Ltd. Ramta Division ("IAI Ramta"), (www.iai.co.il), IAI's integrated ground systems center of excellence have announced today that field demonstrations have begun of their jointly-developed Robotic MTL 257B platform.
Under the partnership, the team developed a dedicated robotic control system to convert Caterpillar's MTL 257 B into an unmanned platform for use in military, para-military, law enforcement, and civilian operations. The first phase of this development project has now been completed, and saw the integration of a military-qualified robotic control system into the MTL. The 3-way team is now focused on field demonstrations of the robotic MTL while integrating additional equipment and systems from each partner onboard this multi-terrain loader. Pooling each member's core competencies, the partnership is confidant of its ability to provide the market with robust and reliable, yet low-cost unmanned engineering-type equipment while safeguarding operators from harm.
The new UGV contains a very innovative remote control unit that was developed specifically for this platform. The robotic control unit includes a built-in touch screen displaying real time information of all UGV features, including state of its scoop, health of the power pack, view from vehicle-mounted cameras, etc.
The new robotic MTL will fill the strong demand for a UGV of this type by performing a broad range of engineering and debris-clearing applications while providing customized solutions using the most advanced technology. The three partners in this initiative are very pleased with the performance of the vehicle and expect the new MTL to be on the market in the very near future."
About InRob Tech
InRob Tech is an Israeli-based high-tech company specializing in the planning, manufacturing and service support of advanced wireless and remote control systems, operating all types of robots and other vehicles. The Company is a leader in its field, and supports the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Israel Police, and other military and civilian companies dealing with security. Founded in 1988, the Company works closely with other high-tech companies to provide the most advanced and comprehensive UGV solutions to the market.
For more information, please visit our web site at http://www.inrobtech.com.
About I.T.E., Ltd.
Israel Tractors and Equipment, Ltd. specializes in the close-in support of the construction industry, infrastructure development, quarries and mining operations, agriculture, transportation industry, government institutions and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). ITE is the sole dealer and distributor of Caterpillar products in Israel including heavy earth-moving equipment, power packs and electrical generators for industrial uses.
About IAI, Ltd. Ramta Division
Israel Aerospace Industries' Ramta Division is the company's center of excellence for integrated military ground and naval platforms, including light-weight, high-performance wheeled armored vehicles, mine breaching and countermine equipment for use in combat/assault operations and low intensity conflicts. IAI Ramta engages in the development, production and supply of UGV technologies converting armored vehicles, tanks and engineering vehicles into unmanned platforms for over twenty years.
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