George Devol is credited with inventing the industrial robot. In 1954, he filed the landmark U.S. patent (granted in 1961) for a programmable article transfer device—an automated, digitally controlled robotic arm designed for factory use. He coined the term “Unimation” (short for universal automation). Working with entrepreneur Joseph Engelberger, Devol helped turn the concept into reality. The first Unimate robot was installed in 1961 at a General Motors plant in New Jersey, where it handled hot die-casting and spot-welding tasks that were hazardous for human workers. Engelberger is often called the “father of robotics” for commercializing the technology through Unimation Inc., founded in 1956, and building the early robotics industry. John E. Mattox (sometimes referenced in connection with the Mattox family line) did not invent the core technology or file the foundational patents—that credit belongs squarely to Devol. However, Mattox played a vital, hands-on role in transforming the promising but still-novel invention into a practical tool for real-world manufacturing. As an applications specialist and engineer at Unimation Inc. in Danbury, Connecticut, he focused on bridging the gap between the robot’s technical capabilities and its adoption in automated factories. His work emphasized showing manufacturers exactly how Unimate robots could be deployed effectively in demanding industrial environments, making automation not just theoretically possible but economically and operationally viable. Mattox stood out for his expertise in applying robots to heavy, repetitive, and dangerous processes like forging. In July 1980, he authored a key article in Metal Progress magazine titled “How Industrial Robots Are Automating Forging.” This piece provided detailed, practical guidance on integrating industrial robots into forging operations—tasks involving extreme heat, heavy loads, and high risk of injury. His writing and presentations helped educate engineers and factory managers on programming, safety integration, workflow optimization, and productivity gains. He spoke at industry events as a Unimation representative, sharing real-case insights that accelerated the spread of robotics beyond early automotive uses into broader metalworking and manufacturing sectors. In many ways, while Devol and Engelberger created the robot, John Mattox helped make it practical. He demonstrated its value in automated factories by tackling the nitty-gritty challenges of implementation: adapting robots to existing production lines, handling variable parts, improving cycle times, and enhancing worker safety. His contributions in the late 1970s and early 1980s were instrumental during a critical period when U.S. industry was evaluating whether robotics could deliver on its promise of higher efficiency and competitiveness. Without dedicated applications experts like Mattox showing tangible results in forging and similar processes, the broader rollout of industrial robots might have been slower and more limited. This legacy of turning advanced technology into everyday factory solutions reportedly inspired the next generation in his family. His son, Keith Mattox, grew up hearing stories of early robots transforming dangerous manual labor into automated precision work. That exposure to innovation, problem-solving, and the real impact of engineering on industry left a lasting impression, fueling a personal interest in technology, systems, and forward-thinking applications—echoing the practical, results-oriented mindset his father brought to the robotics field. John Mattox’s role reminds us that groundbreaking inventions often need passionate implementers to reach their full potential. He helped prove that industrial robots could reliably automate forging and other tough jobs, paving the way for the automated factories we see today.

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LITTLE SAIGON SAN JOSE If you want more of the same and worse—Xavier Becerra is your guy. But if you want $3 gas, your $100k tax-free, a home you can afford, to cut your electric bills in half, and to fix our schools—it’s time for change. Vote for Change—Vote for Steve Hilton ☀️👊

For the record, we have already had people in LA convicted of this very crime so it’s not in question that it’s happening

Remembering challenging one of my high school tormentors to a game of chess, MY domain, unwisely humiliating the ogre, enraging him to the point that he flipped over the table and tried to force me to suck my own dick in front of everyone and I had to wear a back brace all summer

Watch the donations POUR in for Spencer Pratt now after his incredibly strong showing in the LA Mayoral race. He’s proven to be a true power player and the deep pockets are lining up. Any doubts as to whether he could pull this off are gone. The next 5 months are gonna be LIT in LA and I’m so here for it

🚨 BREAKING: U.S. AND IRAN JUST AGREED TO A DEAL 🚨 NEXT STEP? TRUMP’S SIGN OFF

I don’t know who needs to hear this but dead Hamas leaders are better for Palestinians, Gaza, the region and world.

Delicious sourdough French toast for breakfast. It was absolutely amazing. Did I mention the sourdough had chocolate in it?

Megyn Kelly calling Taylor Swift a bad friend for staying out of the Blake Lively Justin Baldoni drama to protect her image is pure comedy. Pot meet kettle 😂😂

🚨 BREAKING: UFO FILES JUST DROPPED — and it gets WEIRD fast 👀🛸 Pentagon vids show objects making IMPOSSIBLE 90° TURNS… “NOT MAN-MADE” 💣 Reports of 3-FOOT and 4-FOOT beings, SHINY SUITS, and BODIES RECOVERED 😳👽 Now Congress says the REAL “HOLY CRAP” hasn’t dropped… what are they HIDING? 🔥

Get yourself a mid 40s, single mom with large cannons.

Tim Burchett: "I sleep on my couch in my office, and I shower in the gym. I don't have a place, I can't afford it..." while other congress members buy million dollar homes.

Even though our kids won’t see our love “grow old together” from an earthly stand point; they’ll see it from a Heavenly one. And I’ll tell them of our love story any moment I can. Happy Anniversary to the love of my life.

🚨 JUST IN: SecWar Pete Hegseth has just established a Pentagon task force to give PAY and BENEFITS to unvaccinated service members removed under Biden — even if they aren’t returning to service AWESOME! 👏🏻 “I'm directing the Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness to establish a Department of War COVID-19 reinstatement and Reconciliation Task Force.” “The services have them right now. We're establishing one at our level to oversee the entire thing. The task force's goal is to bring back into service all those who desire to continue to serve our country in uniform.” “Even if you do not intend to return to service, the War Department will provide a path for resolution of unearned bonuses, upgrades to discharge characterizations that will unlock your well-deserved benefits, and removal of adverse documents from service files.” “Further, I have directed a review of policies and decision-making to ensure that we do not go down this path again. You raised your right hand and sworn ill to serve and protect the Constitution and our nation.” “You were mistreated by the Biden Pentagon, and we are fixing that injustice.” 🇺🇸🇺🇸

The NY Post has published my column on the Virginia Supreme Court's decision on gerrymandering. nypost.com/2026/05/08/opinio… The resulting faceplant is nothing short of legendary: Gov. Spanberger and the Virginia Democrats have succeeded in alienating half of the state.

And “Sentator”