NVIDIA said its Project GR00T workflows and model tools, plus its Hugging Face partnership, will boost robot dexterity and mobility.
New Atlas video; climbing to new heights in warehouse automation with BionicHive
Discussion about the latest Boston Dynamics humanoid video and an interview with Gili Ovadia from BionicHive warehouse robotics.
Top 10 robotics developments of October 2024
In October 2024, large funding rounds, new AI product developments, and, of course, humanoids were drew readers’ attention.
Atlas humanoid robot shows increasing competence in latest Boston Dynamics video
In the latest video from Boston Dynamics, the Atlas humanoid demonstrates its mobility to work autonomously.
China launches data-sharing initiative for humanoid developers
China’s National Local Joint Humanoid Robot Innovation Center launches initiative to promote data sharing among domestic humanoid companies.
FIRA update; Practical Applications of Embodied AI and Humanoid Robots
We recap the the 2024 FIRA event and sit down with Russ Tedrake from Toyota Research Institute and Scott Kuindersma from Boston Dynamics.
RBR50 Spotlight: igus gives ReBeL cobot a low-cost, human-like hand
igus GmbH offers a finger gripper for its ReBeL collaborative robot arm to help developers
Inside 1X’s plan to test humanoids in homes
1X founder and CEO Berndt Børnich joins us this week to discuss the go to market plans for the NEO Beta humanoid robot.
CIIF 2024 shows major robotics trends in China
CIIF 2024 showed the latest in China’s robotics industry, from cobots and industrial automation to humanoids.
Top 10 robotics developments of September 2024
September 2024 brought unique business deals, exciting events, and even the return of a robotics industry veteran.
RBR50 Spotlight: OpenAI enabling embodied AI to flourish
OpenAI has created a number of large language models (LLM) and image generation models that are revolutionizing robotics.
Fourier launches GR-2 humanoid, software platform
Fourier launches the second generation of its humanoid robot, the GR-2, and the accompanying development platform.
Humanoid robotics developers must pick which problems to solve, says NVIDIA
NVIDIA, which provides tools to accelerate design and testing for humanoid robots, explains what we should expect from developers and AI.
From warehouses to restaurants: Kinisi Robotics on the potential of wheeled humanoids
In this week’s podcast, we connect with the founder of Kinisi Robotics to learn about the future for wheeled humanoids.
GXO begins operational testing of Reflex Robotics humanoid
GXO is working with robotics providers including Reflex Robotics to test mobile manipulator capabilities in tasks such as omnichannel fulfillment.
Pudu Robotics debuts ‘semi-humanoid’ robot for versatile applications
Pudu Robotics introduced the semi-humanoid robot concept in May as part of its long-term strategic vision for the service robotics industry.
Women in robotics at Boston Dynamics give career advice at MassRobotics event
Women in robotics can advance their careers with agility, curiosity, and mentorship, said Boston Dynamics staffers at a MassRobotics event.
Ricoh to provide customer support for Agility Robotics’ Digit humanoid
This agreement extends Agility’s support system through Ricoh’s Service Advantage program and provides additional resources for end users.
Top 10 robotics developments of August 2024
This month, five of our top 10 robotics stories were about humanoid robot developments or humanoid alternatives.
China bets on robots for rapid growth, says IFR
China has grown as both a robotics user and producer, and its government recently set out a roadmap including humanoids.
1X unveils NEO Beta as it prepares to deploy humanoids into home pilots
1X Technologies has revealed NEO Beta, a prototype of its bipedal humanoid robot designed for home use.
No sweat! Watch new Atlas humanoid crush some pushups
Boston Dynamics showed its new electric Atlas humanoid do eight pushups with ease, showing off its strength and athletic ability.