Kodiak Robotics unveiled its first autonomous test vehicle for the U.S. DoD. A Ford F-150 pickup truck outfitted with Kodiak Driver.

Outdoor robots have specific challenges for reliable design, which a panel at RoboBusiness 2024 will explain.

GelSight and Flexxbotics say their initial target industries include aerospace, defense, medical devices, automotive, and more.

SiLC Technologies says its FMCW lidar is superior to time-of-flight sensors for the various types of mobility that Honda produces.

Mobilicom says it has seen growth in the tactical handheld GCS market for operating small drones, robots, and loitering munitions.

MassRobotics resident startups have used its shared space, development resources, and mentoring and networking programs to grow.

Capra says security and defense need innovation, and Custos will begin with its mobile platform for mine detection and removal.

In August 2023, Apptronik released Apollo, the first commercial version of its bipedal humanoid robot.

Carnegie Robotics says the Duro sensors and GNSS software from Swift Navigation will expand its portfolio for industrial automation.

Ilia Baranov, CEO of Polymath Robotics, will share war stories and strategies to launch a robotics effort as a SaaS-focused company.

The ARM Institute has funded projects to improve apparel assembly, welding and finishing, and adaptive insertion of automotive parts.

In addition to increasing first responders’ safety, drone support resource optimization can help to save the lives of those involved in incidents, Nokia said.

Code Metal has obtained $16.5M from J2 Ventures and Shield Capital to accelerate AI development for edge devices such as robots and drones.

LIG Nex1 said the acquisition will foster robotics innovations such as the Q-UGV quadruped for both industrial and defense markets.

Saronic has attained a valuation of $1 billion as it develops robotic vessels to extend the reach of U.S. naval and allied fleets.

Near Earth Autonomy will collaborate with industry leaders Leonardo and Honeywell on the demonstration for NAVAIR.

Granta Autonomy has raised $1.08 million to accelerate development and production of its lightweight drones and gimbals for defense uses.

Robotics Australia Group has been working to elevate Australia’s position in global robotics through collaboration and a national strategy.

Neya Systems and AUVSI say there is a growing need for standardized evaluation and certification of uncrewed ground vehicles.

Joby says its acquisition of Xwing will help it build leadership in aviation autonomy and fulfill existing and future defense contracts.

The 2024 edition of “A Roadmap for U.S. Robotics” calls for a more strategic approach and retraining for economic growth.

Stratom says its system will be able to lift, load, unload, and transport palletized 463L tactile cargo across operating environments.