NVIDIA will be reviewing the latest trends, research, and impact of Generative AI on robotics.
A.P. Moller – Maersk taps Fabric for new automated fulfillment center
A.P. Moller – Maersk is teaming up with Fabric to implement an AI-driven automated fulfillment center for e-commerce.
RoboBusiness: NVIDIA to discuss role of Generative AI in robotics
NVIDIA will be reviewing the latest trends, research, and impact of Generative AI on robotics.
2 technologies that will be huge for robotic surgery
Intuitive president Dave Rosa identified two technologies that are going to advance surgical robotics.
iRobot announces Roomba j9+ vacuums and OS 7.0
iRobot Corp has introduced two new models that aim to solve pitfalls faced by competing robots and iRobot OS 7.
B&R to feature Codian systems at PackExpo
B&R will be showcasing its open systems for packaging with Codian Robotics mechanics integrated and rebranded with B&R.
Otto Group deploying Boston Dynamics’ robots in 20+ facilities
Otto Group will deploy Boston Dynamics’ Spot in more than 10 facilities and Stretch in more than 20.
Gatik to deploy autonomous trucks with Tyson Foods
Starting this week, Gatik’s autonomous trucks will operate on predetermined short-haul routes to move products from plant to storage facilities.
Universal Robots announces ReAutomated virtual events
At Universal Robots’ ReAutomated events, businesses will get access to exclusive insights on how automation can improve productivity,
Intuitive to discuss future of surgical robots at RoboBusiness
Surgical robotics pioneer Intuitive is outpacing competitors in the industry by doubling down on its multi-port Da Vinci Robot.
Airobotics’ Optimus drone receives FAA Airworthiness
Aerobotics’ system is only the second-ever Uncrewed Aircraft to receive this certification and the first “drone-in-a-box” system.
Argo AI founders launch autonomous trucking startup Stack AV
Stack AV, an autonomous trucking startup based in Pittsburgh, PA, has announced the launch of its autonomous trucking business.
BrainOS Site Maps add insights for AMR fleets
Fleet manager can train more efficient routes for their mobile robots, plan optimized schedules, and identify areas that need additional attention.
Mujin brings in $85M to boost robotics controller
Mujin hopes to use the fresh capital to enhance the accessibility of its MujinController to integrators and end users.
What’s new in China’s robotics market?
More than half of all industrial robots worldwide were sold in China in 2022. In the first six months of 2023, the upward trend continued.
USC develops origami-inspired sensors for soft robotics
The USC team built a 3D structure of electrodes that converts stretch and release to a process of folding and unfolding.
Rockwell Automation acquiring AMR developer Clearpath Robotics
Rockwell Automation said AMRs “are the next frontier in industrial automation and transformation, and this acquisition will supercharge Rockwell’s lead in bringing the connected enterprise to life.”
Microsoft ending production of Azure Kinect Developer Kit
Microsoft has ended production of its Azure Kinect Developer Kit. The Kit will still be available through Microsoft’s partner ecosystem.
Top 10 robotics stories of August 2023
The summer of humanoids continues as, once again, our top two stories last month were about humanoid robots.
Cobot arm maker Franka Emika files for insolvency
Franka Emika, the German-based developer of the Panda collaborative robot arm, has filed for insolvency due to “irreconcilable shareholder differences.”
Universal Robots debuts UR20’s welding abilities
Universal Robots’ UR20 cobot is debuting its welding abilities with Vectis Automation, Hirebotics, and Melton Machine & Control Company.
A3: North American robot orders drop for 2nd quarter in a row
37% fewer robots were purchased in April through June of 2023 than during the same period of 2022, according to A3’s latest report.