FORTNA explains how advances in machine vision enable its new dual, six-axis robotic singulator to process up to 2,800 parcels per hour.
Humanoid robots need pilot studies to demonstrate utility, says Silicon Foundry
Silicon Foundry associate Lucas Tesler explains why humanoid robotics developers should conduct pilot testing well before commercial rollouts.
Helm.ai launches VidGen-1 generative video model for autonomous vehicles, robots
Helm.ai says its new VidGen-1 model can cut development time and cost for Level 2 to 4 autonomous vehicles, robots, and drones.
Robotics Invest discusses application and funding opportunities for the industry
Robotics Invest 2024 provided an opportunity for investors and innovators to communicate expectations and look ahead.
CoBot-I-7 scale study finds that Intuition Robotics’ ElliQ provides companionship
The CoBot-I-7 scale measures loneliness in older adults, and a study found that social robots such as ElliQ are better than other computers.
Vecna Robotics raises more than $100M, hires COO to expand warehouse automation
Vecna Robotics has more than doubled its valuation and hired a chief operating officer as it develops a case-picking system.
Realtime Robotics celebrates motion-planning collaboration with Mitsubishi Electric
Realtime Robotics is bringing its motion planning for industrial and collaborative robots to market with Mitsubishi Electric.
Beep deploys autonomous shuttles at Honolulu airport with partners
Beep discusses its pilot of Miki shuttles with Sustainability Partners and the Honolulu DoT at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.
ABB releases OmniCore platform for control across its robotics line
OmniCore now provides a unified control architecture for ABB’s range of robotics hardware and software after a $170M investment.
Adapta Robotics execs explain development strategies for testing and inventory robots
Adapta Robotics grew out of a university competition team, and the Romanian startup identified electronics and retail as markets.
1X shows advances in voice control, chaining tasks for humanoid robots
1X Technologies showed advances in AI and teleoperation enable multiple humanoids to conduct a sequence of tasks.
2024 edition of U.S. robotics roadmap points to need for more federal coordination
The 2024 edition of “A Roadmap for U.S. Robotics” calls for a more strategic approach and retraining for economic growth.
Comau changes with robotics market, adds focus on software and new applications
Comau has expanded its product line with compact robot arms, picking software, and exoskeletons for logistics and other markets.
Realtime Robotics gets Series B funding from Mitsubishi Electric
Realtime Robotics will use the investment from its longtime partner to scale its robot optimization and control systems for market.
Yaskawa exhibits robots for welding, materials handling, and bin picking
Yaskawa showed several technologies with partners at Automate, including cobots for welding and vision-guided robots for machine tending.
Two-armed InductOne from Plus One Robotics designed for parcel induction
InductOne builds on Plus One Robotics’ parcel picking experience and trusted relationships with customers to increase throughput.
Zion Solutions Group to be first systems integrator for Agility Robotics’ Digit
Zion Solutions Group will help distribute and integrate Agility Robotics’ Digit mobile manipulation robot for supply chain applications.
Ubiros Gentle grippers go all electric for reliability, flexibility
Ubiros has developed grippers with force-sensing capabilities to bring automation to more picking tasks, explains President Onder Ondemir.
Outrider obtains 11th U.S. patent for yard automation
Outrider has obtained a U.S. patent for ‘Systems and Methods for Determining an Articulated Trailer Angle’ with its self-driving yard trucks.
igus to show affordable automation at Hannover Messe, Robotics Summit
igus announced 247 new products, including a low-cost mobile manipulator and AI-based tools for configuring systems.
Flexiv Robotics improves sanding efficiency for shutter company, sorts recyclables
Flexiv Robotics said its Rizon 4 arm increased sanding efficiency for EsVata, and its Grav Enhanced gripper can aid recycling efforts.
PUDU T300 marks Pudu’s move from service to industrial robots
Pudu Robotics has designed the PUDU T300 to operate in narrow aisles and to be able to carry up to 300 kg in payload.