NVIDIA Connect brings together emerging and established technology companies such as Ekso to accelerate product development.
RealMan displays embodied robotics at Automate 2025
RealMan Robotics debuted AI-powered robotic arms and modular platforms, highlighting innovations for manufacturing, research, and healthcare.
Persona AI raises $27M to develop humanoid robots for shipyards
Persona AI said it has already signed an agreement with HD Hyundai to deploy humanoid robots into shipyards.
ABB deploys PixelPaint at Mercedes-Benz plant in Germany
ABB said the painting system is both sustainable and resource-saving, and it began operating in the Mercedes facility earlier this year.
MIT engineers create elder assist robot E-BAR to prevent falls at home
MIT researchers have developed the E-BAR system to assist older adults in safe movement around the household.
Despite the hype, Interact Analysis expects humanoid adoption to remain slow
In its new report, Interact Analysis assesses the potential and likely future development of the global humanoid robot market by scenario.
A3: North American robot orders remain steady to start 2025
Demand from automotive OEMs was the primary growth driver, with a 42% increase in units and 78% increase in revenue over Q1 2024.
Orbbec designs Gemini 435Le to help robots see farther, navigate smarter
Orbbec said its Gemini 435Le offers high-precision sensing; accurate representation of object edges; and scene-configurable depth modes.
Standard Bots launches 30kg robot arm and U.S. production facility
Standard Bots said it will simplify automation for thousands of complex processes previously out of reach for conventional robotics.
ABB upgrades Flexley Mover AMR with visual SLAM capabilities
ABB said it will continue fusing its precision hardware with artificial intelligence and software to enable further autonomy and versatility.
Northeastern soft robotic arm wins MassRobotics Form & Function Challenge at Robotics Summit
The winning robot of the MassRobotics Form & Function Challenge was Northeastern University’s Soft Robotic Arm Screwdriver.
U.S. automotive industry increased robot installations by 10% in 2024
The IFR noted that while the U.S., particularly the automotive industry, is installing more robots, it isn’t producing them.
Uber investing $100M into WeRide to bring robotaxis to 15 cities
This expansion follows WeRide’s AV launch in Abu Dhabi, and plans to launch a service in Dubai soon, with new cities in Europe to follow.
Aurora begins driverless commercial trucking in Texas
Aurora is deploying its flagship product, the Aurora Driver, an SAE Level 4 self-driving system in long-haul trucking.
igus introduces Iggy Rob low-cost humanoid for service, industrial applications
igus has applied its expertise with motion plastics, affordable cobots, and mobile platforms to offer its first humanoid robot.
HEBI Robotics wins RBR50 award for ‘inchworm’ robot family
The RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards recognized HEBI Robotics’ flexible and scalable mobile manipulator, which builds on its modular platform.
SEER Robotics offers digital product matrix
SEER Robotics outlines the capabilities of its M4 Smart Logistics Management System and the Visualization Series Products.
Toyota, Waymo consider joint development of self-driving vehicles
Toyota and its Woven division are exploring a partnership with Waymo to develop autonomous technology for consumer-owned cars.
Chang Robotics announces $50M fund, 2025 strategic roadmap
Chang Robotics, an engineering firm working in manufacturing, collaborative robotics, and automation, is focusing on U.S. expansion.
Elmo Motion Control presents technology innovations at upcoming shows
Elmo will show its latest Titanium Maestro motion controller at upcoming events including the Robotics Summit & Expo.
NexCOBOT to demonstrate EtherCAT AI robot controllers at Robotics Summit
NexCOBOT will be doing live demonstrations of its dual EtherCAT master AI robot controllers on the Robotics Summit Expo floor in Booth 451.
BurgerBots opens restaurant with ABB robots preparing fast food
BurgerBots uses ABB’s IRB360 FlexPicker and YuMi to address needs for consistency and speed, freeing workers for customer service.