The drive was the same distance as a previous one that was split over three sols, but doing it all in one go created challenges for the rover.
Cruise, Waymo can now charge for SF robotaxi rides
The permits require both companies to have a safety driver present in the vehicles at all times, however.
Top 10 robotic stories of February 2022
These are the Top 10 most popular robotics stories on The Robot Report in February 2022.
Cruise co-founder Vogt named CEO of autonomous driving company
Kyle Vogt has served as as interim CEO since December 2021 when Dan Ammann, who had been CEO since 2018, abruptly left Cruise.
Kiwibot brings in $7.5 million in Pre-Series A funding
Along with the funding, Kiwibot announced an expansion deal with Sodexo to expand its fleet from 200 robots to 1,200 robots.
Automata raises $50M for life sciences automation
The company plans to use the financing to further develop its lab automation platform Automata Labs for use in and outside of the UK.
Kinova signs 5-year extension to support Auris Health’s surgical robots
Kinova has been working with Auris Health to develop a purpose-built robotic arm to help enable meaningful progress in surgery.
Scania using ABB robots in new battery assembly plant
Scania is investing more than $108 million into the Södertälje plant, which is expected to be fully operational by 2023.
RIOS announces $28M in funding
RIOS specializes in automating labor-intensive factories and warehouses with artificial intelligence and robotic workcells.
The importance of data visualization in robotics
To successfully introduce robots to the public at scale, we need to acknowledge robotics as a more open-ended endeavor that requires more diverse tooling than traditional software development.
Dexai Robotics signs $1.6 million contract with DLA
Dexai Robotics’ sous-chef robot, Alfred, is currently prepping salads at the Monarch Dining Facility of Travis Air Force Base.
RightHand Robotics grabs $66 million in Series C financing
The company intends to use the funds to accelerate product and business development, while scaling its global presence and partner network
Ed Mullen leaves MiR to join Dexterity
Dexterity has raised more than $200 million since it was founded in 2017. Its recent Series B valued the company at more than $1.4 billion.
OTTO Motors’ Matt Rendall discusses AMRs & simulation
The company invested in simulation functionality that enables it to help determine the optimal deployment of AMRs into material handling applications.
Yaskawa announces six-axis laser cutting robot
The six-axis GA50 robot from Yaskawa is suited for laser cutting small holes and sharp corners, as well as laser welding.
RE2 and PickNik announce strategic partnership
RE2 Robotics will develop its autonomous robotic systems for robotic arms with PickNik Robotics’ Movelt Studio software.
Memic developing VR simulation for surgical robotics training
The goal is standardized, quantifiable training on the Hominis surgical system.
How a box manufacturer tackled labor issues with robotics
Box manufacturer Alliora had wanted to add automation to its production lines for a while. Unfortunately, its first experience was difficult.
Rokae brings in $63 million financing
The financing comes from New Hope Group, an agribusiness company. The group is one of the largest suppliers of meat, eggs and milk in China.
FAA begins testing drone traffic management capabilities
The UTM Field Test aims at improving standards, data exchange methods and cybersecurity capabilities in the drone community.
A look back at the Mars 2020 landing
The science collected during this mission will be investigated and reviewed for decades to come, including the return of sample cores collected by Perseverance rover.
Track Perseverance’s progress on Mars
The interactive map tracks Perseverance’s path from its landing site at the northern end of its route, to its more recent locations.