Realtime Robotics has named Ville Lehtonen, who previously worked at HighRes Biosolutions and Pickle Robot, to lead its product efforts.
Oxipital AI releases VX2 Vision System for inspection and picking
Oxipital AI says its advanced vision system is more compact, delivers greater precision, and is more affordable than its predecessor.
Chicago’s South Suburbs see the future of manufacturing as American and robotic
Manufacturing was once the backbone of Chicago’s South Suburbs, and the Metals HUB initiative is bringing it back with automation.
How AI, perception are shaping mobile robotics
Amir Bousani, CEO of RGO Robotics, and Jacob Petersen, Chief Commercial Officer from Wheel.Me, discuss the importance of perception and AI for mobile robotics.
A3 calls on incoming administration to support robotics, as Q3 stats show slowdown
A3 reported declines in North American robot orders in the first nine months of 2024 but said there are reasons for optimism.
Duality AI offers developers EDU license for Falcon digital twins, synthetic data
The EDU program offers subscribers full access to Falcon’s comprehensive feature set, alongside community resources developed by Duality AI.
MC600 combines UR cobot with MiR base for mobile manipulation
The MC600 is designed to handle heavier payloads for mobile manipulation using Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots technology.
In just seven years, the global robot density in factories has doubled, IFR finds
In 2023, China surpassed Germany and Japan in robot density, putting it at the third most automated country worldwide.
Collaborative Robotics unveils Proxie mobile manipulator
Collaborative Robotics unveiled its Proxie mobile manipulator, which is designed to work with people for warehouse workflows.
Flexiv releases Elements Series 3 to simplify robot simulation, programming
Flexiv has released Elements Series 3, which includes a simplified user interface, a rugged teach pendant, and support for multiple robot axes.
New FANUC heavyweight industrial robot can lift up to 500 kg
The FANUC M-950iA has a reach of 2,830 mm, and the range of motion on the robot’s J3 axis allows it to flip over backward.
The ABB Edge: Using AI and robotics to transform industries
ABB Robotics is leveraging AI to help make robotics smarter and easier to setup and program across all of the industries served by ABB.
Vecna Robotics raises funding, names industry veteran Karl Iagnemma CEO
Vecna Robotics has named autonomous vehicle executive Karl Iagnemma as its new CEO shortly after the release of its CaseFlow product.
Europe has a key role to play in the development of robots, humanoids
Europe is more fragmented a market than the U.S. or China, but it hosts numerous innovators, from industrial automation to humanoids.
CynLr raises Series A funding to realize robot vision for ‘universal factory’
CynLr, which is developing technology to enable robots to manipulate unknown objects, will grow its team and expand its supply chain network.
binder releases angled M5 panel mount connectors for robotics
The connectors form a crucial part of the connector system, enabling mechanical and electrical connections in tight spaces, binder said.
Geek+ and Intel launch Vision Only Robot Solution for smart logistics
Geek+ expects these robots to work in factory and warehouse transportation, helping customers build agile, digital, and intelligent supply chains.
Interact Analysis identifies opportunities for motion control and robotics
Interact Analysis discusses two growth areas for motion control: smart conveyance technology and robots with machine-integrated control.
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.
Third Wave Automation picks up Series C funding for robotic forklifts
Toyota’s Growth Fund, Woven Capital, has invested in Third Wave Automation to deliver shared autonomy to warehouses.
Relay Robotics proposes levels of autonomous navigation for indoor robots
Autonomous navigation is best understood in terms of levels of autonomy, similar to those for self-driving cars, notes Relay Robotics.
Universal Robots AI Accelerator offers to ease development of cobot applications
The UR AI Accelerator offers reference hardware and software for faster development of cobot applications such as picking and palletizing.