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Bob Finkelstein
President, Robotic Technology Inc.
Dr. Robert Finkelstein, also known as Bob Finkelstein, is the Founder and President of Robotic Technology Inc. (RTI), a position he has held since 1985.1 He is a highly accomplished professional in the field of robotics and intelligent systems with extensive experience in both industry and academia.
Professional Background
Dr. Finkelstein has over 30 years of experience in technology and academia.4 His work at RTI focuses on the development of autonomous intelligent robots and intelligent systems, as well as providing technical analyses, technology assessments, and professional services for government, industry, and academic clients both nationally and internationally.1
Education and Military Service
He holds a Ph.D., though the specific field is not mentioned in the provided information. Dr. Finkelstein also has:
- A certificate from the Army Ordnance School (1966)
- Certificates from the University of Tennessee Space Institute in Combat Obscuration Modeling (1978)
- A certificate from UCLA in Battlefield Robotics (1983)
- Post-graduate courses in Physics at MIT (1968-1970)1
During the Vietnam War, he served as an Anti-Satellite Systems Officer with the U.S. Missile Intelligence Agency, earning the Army Commendation Medal and National Defense Service Medal.1
Previous Roles
Before founding RTI, Dr. Finkelstein worked in several notable positions:
- Systems Scientist at the MITRE Corporation
- Member of the Technical Staff at MIT, where he worked on the Apollo Manned Spaceflight Program1
Achievements and Contributions
Dr. Finkelstein is a prolific author and researcher:
- He has authored more than 200 technical reports and studies.12
- Contributed articles to publications such as National Defense, Sea Power, and the Armed Forces Journal.1
- Wrote a quarterly column and served on the Editorial Board for the journal Unmanned Systems.1
- Authored books including "Unmanned Vehicle Systems: Military and Civil Robots for the 21st Century & Beyond" (1994).1
His expertise in robotics and autonomous systems has made him a sought-after speaker and participant in international forums related to future technologies and defense.3
Dr. Finkelstein's work at RTI involves cutting-edge projects such as the Energetically Autonomous Tactical Robot (EATR), demonstrating his ongoing commitment to advancing the field of robotics and autonomous systems.1
