For the newsgroups comp.robotics.misc and comp.robotics.research. The robotics research and graduate education program at Carnegie Mellon University. The Handy Board 6811-based microcontroller system that lets you build mobile robots for educational hobbyist and industrial purposes. Used to run robot design courses and competitions at the university and high school level. An olympic styled event for mechanical atheletes.
Site contains information on competitors and a discussion forum.
Com Offers standard products and custom services for stepper motor and motion control. Simpler Robotics Information and Parts for Robotics. K-Team Manufacturer of education and research robots in Europe. Set of mobile robots products and a related know-how with specific hardware or software. A large and comprehensive directory of robotics sites.