The OSRA is a recently launched alliance of companies aimed at strengthening the governance of open-source robotics software projects.
Magna to manufacture more Serve Robotics last-mile delivery systems
Magna has licensed Serve Robotics’ technology to support development of new systems as Serve grows its fleet across the U.S.
Bota Systems launches PixONE force-torque sensors for robotics
Bota Systems says it designed its PixONE force-torque sensors to keep cabling inside robotic arms.
Rockwell Automation partners with Microsoft on three projects
Rockwell and Microsoft plan to jointly provide systems for factory design, real-to-simulation digitization, and cloud management.
MDA Space lands $250M contract extension from CSA for space station robot
The contract will allow MDA Space to continue supporting robotics operations on the International Space Station from 2025-2030.
Serve Robotics raises $40M with IPO to expand Uber Eats deliveries
Serve Robotics has begun trading on Nasdaq and plans to expand its deliveries with Uber Eats to more U.S. cities.
Yaskawa MOTOMAN NEXT robots run on Wind River Linux, NVIDIA Jetson
Yaskawa said its new robot can autonomously adapt to the environment and make judgments with advanced AI.
Cybernetix Ventures partners with the Pittsburgh Robotics Network
Partners Cybernetix and PRN aim to aid Pittsburgh’s robotics startups and bring the cluster’s investment opportunities to global markets.
Mentee Robotics de-cloaks to launch new AI-driven humanoid robot
Mentee Robotics has emerged on the scene with a new AI-driven humanoid robot, planned for production release in early 2025.
Teledyne FLIR IIS announces new Bumblebee X stereo vision camera
Bumblebee X is a new GigE powered stereo imaging solution that delivers high-accuracy and low-latency for robotic guidance and pick & place applications.
maxon launches drive systems portfolio designed for robotics
maxon’s portfolio now includes 15 different actuators divided into two families: High Efficiency Joints and High Precision Joints.
igus unveils igusGO AI-powered app at Hannover Messe
The igusGO app uses AI to identify optimization opportunities for robotics designers using lubrication-free motion plastics.
Sanctuary AI enters strategic relationship with Magna to build embodied AI robots
Magna International’s relationship with Sanctuary is threefold: as an investor, a contract manufacturer, and an end user.
Walmart makes multiyear agreement with Fox Robotics, takes a stake
Walmart has taken a stake in Fox Robotics after the successful rollout of 19 FoxBot autonomous forklifts at a Florida distribution center.
BlackBerry and AMD partner to reduce latency in robotics
BlackBerry and Advanced Micro Devices said they plan to address the need for ‘hard’ real-time capabilities in robotics-focused hardware.
Collaborative Robotics raises $100M in Series B for mysterious mobile manipulator
Collaborative Robotics has raised $100M to commercialize its cobot, starting with automating warehouse operations.
Universal Robots expands MathWorks partnership, joins Connections Program
Universal Robots is collaborating with MathWorks to help developers build advanced applications for UR cobots.
AMD releases Versal Gen 2 to improve support for embedded AI, edge processing
The first devices in AMD Versal Series 2 target high-efficiency for AI Engines, and Subaru is one of its first customers.
Massachusetts governor visits MassRobotics to celebrate National Robotics Week
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey also visited a high school robotics team and touted a bill proposing innovation investment.
Binder USA releases surface mount versions of its M12 connectors
Binder USA says its SMD connectors can provide automated processing for manufacturing processes, robotics, sensors, and actuators.
Digital Transformation Forum to help manufacturers boost competitiveness, efficiency
The Digital Transformation Forum will feature speakers from MIT, Lockheed Martin, Deloitte, and other leading organizations.
Applied Motion Products releases MDX+ low-voltage servo series
This series from Applied Motion Products includes low-voltage systems that integrate a servo drive, motor, and encoder into one package.