Microsoft sets up common robotics development platform

Redmond (WA) - While all eyes are on Microsoft for the upcoming Vista and Office 07 product launches, the software giant today made another announcement aimed at a completely new audience - robotics engineers. Microsoft Robotics Studios was released yesterday, which gives developers a universal platform for robotic programming.

According to Microsoft, more than 30 companies have already confirmed support for the new platform, including White Box Robotics, Cerebellum Automation, and interestingly enough, Lego.

Microsoft's Robotic Studio is available as a free download for consumer and educational applications, or for professionals, licensing is available starting at $400.

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