Quanergy went public just 10 months ago via a SPAC with China’s CITIC Capital, at an implied $1.4 billion equity value.
Intrinsic acquires ROS maker Open Source Robotics Corp
Brian Gerkey said “greater institutional support from Intrinsic and the resources from this transaction allow our team to focus on what we do best and accelerate development of ROS, Gazebo, and Open-RMF in a sustainable way.”
Perseverance captures first-ever audio of Martian dust devil
NASA said nearly every Mars rover has experienced dust devils, but this is the first time any such recording has been made.
Corindus rebrands to Siemens Healthineers Endovascular Robotics
Siemens Healthineers acquired Corindus for $1.1 billion in 2019. Corindus develops the CorPath robot-assisted device for coronary and peripheral vascular procedures.
5 robotics predictions for 2023
As we head into 2023, businesses will rely ever more on technology and innovation to break new ground with turnkey solutions at the heart.
Intel Labs introduces open-source simulator for AI
Intel Labs collaborated with the Computer Vision Center in Spain, Kujiale in China, and the Technical University of Munich to develop the Simulator for Photorealistic Embodied AI Research (SPEAR).
Perseverance collects its first dirt sample on Mars
NASA’s Perseverance Rover recently collected its first two samples of regolith, broken-up rock and dust, on Mars.
Mobile robot shipments increased by 53% in 2022
Interact Analysis released its latest report on growth in the mobile robot market, which includes sales of AGVs and AMRs.
Researchers develop AV object detection system with 96% accuracy
An international research team at the Incheon National University in South Korea has created an object detection system capable of 96% accuracy.
Robotics Summit hosting finals of MassRobotics Form & Function Challenge
The challenge calls for teams to create a robot that delivers a compelling form factor specific to its tasks while accomplishing a useful function.
Inuitive sensor modules bring VSLAM to AMRs
New sensor modules add depth sensing and image processing with AI and VSLAM capabilities.
Meet ABB’s SWIFTI CRB 1300 industrial-grade cobot
The ABB SWIFTI CRB 1300 robot arm combines industrial robot speed, payload, and accuracy with collaborative robot safety.
Robco brings in $13.8M for its modular robotic arms
Robco, a Munich-based startup that builds modular robots to automate small to medium industrial businesses, brought in around $13.8 million.
Nominations open for 2023 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards
The RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards highlight the most creative and influential innovations from around the world. The deadline to apply is January 10, 2023.
Formant builds remote operation tech for Kinova Gen 3 robot arm
Kinova Gen 3 robot arm users can now access a browser-based application to operate the arm and track data.
Intuition Robotics launches ElliQ 2.0 and companion app
Intuition Robotics launched an updated version of its digital care companion for aging adults, that includes hardware and software updates, called ElliQ 2.0.
ABB RobotStudio Cloud software enables real-time collaboration
New features in RobotStudio Cloud include version control, which allows users to keep track of changes and have full transparency of any amendments.
Developing policies for cops using robots with lethal force
Paul Scharre, who helped the Office of the Secretary of Defense develop policies around autonomous systems and emerging weapons technologies, joins the show to discuss San Francisco’s police department potentially using robots with lethal force.
Zebra Technologies picks Bill Burns as next CEO
Zebra Technologies Corporation announced that it would be making Bill Burns, its current Chief Product and Solutions Officer, the new CEO.
Sarcos tests robotic baggage handling system
Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation has been collaborating with Changi Airport Group to develop a baggage loading system.
NVIDIA teaches dexterity to a robot hand
NVIDIA used its Isaac Gym RL robotics simulator to train an Allegro Hand, a lightweight, anthropomorphic robotic hand.
Stereolabs launches ZED-X cameras for indoor, outdoor robots
With new SDK and multi-camera control, Stereolabs launched deployment-ready 3D perception hardware and software.