03/17/08 — In this illuminating article, Craig Jennings, CEO of industrial robotics manufacturer Motoman, describes the company’s new humanoid robotic products.  Jennings explains how Motoman humanoid systems are extremely well suited for handling, manipulation and assembly-related tasks that require two hands, and that the market for such systems is huge and an alternative to offshore manufacturing. Motoman manufactures industrial robots that weld, assemble, cut, and handle goods for manufacturers.  It also offers related process controls, positioning systems, welding equipment, and operating software. Motoman was founded in 1989 as a subsidiary of Yaskawa Electric America, (a maker of control products, AC servo motors…