Upon completion of the study, J&J plans to submit the OTTAVA system for De Novo authorization in the U.S.
Gatik gets independent safety assessment from TUV SUD for autonomous logistics
Gatik said the independent assessment validates its safety approach as it prepares to deploy autonomous trucks at scale.
DroneDeploy secures nationwide BVLOS approval
DroneDeploy has secured a nationwide BVLOS waivers for its customers to remotely deploy and monitor drone inspection flights.
Intuitive Surgical fends off antitrust lawsuit from Surgical Instrument Service
The lawsuit from Surgical Instrument Service centered around Intuitive Surgical’s programmed usage limits for its EndoWrist instruments.
Boston Dynamics resolves patent lawsuit with Ghost Robotics
With the conclusion of the lawsuit, Boston Dynamics and Ghost Robotics highlighted potential areas of overlapping interest in the future.
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.
Humanoid study group launches survey on human-robot interaction
The study group needs to determine what aspects of human-robot interaction might impact the development of standards for humanoids.
RBR50 Spotlight: Neya Systems developing cybersecurity standards for AGVs
Neya Systems aims to push its autonomy software beyond existing automotive security by using the AICA reference architecture.
Navigating robotics through the political landscape
Dr. Henrik Christensen discusses the intersection between shifting federal policies and the robotics industry.
Startups from Korea participate in MassRobotics immersion program
Startups from Korea gained mentorship, connections, and exposure to the U.S. market in the MassRobotics International Immersion Program.
Top 10 robotics developments of August 2024
This month, five of our top 10 robotics stories were about humanoid robot developments or humanoid alternatives.
FAA allows Wing and Zipline to take BVLOS flights over Dallas
The FAA’s recent authorizations for Zipline and Wing allow the companies to deliver packages while keeping their drones safely separated.
ASTM proposes standard for solar panel cleaning robots
ASTM International says the work item would help create a safer, long-lasting, and environmentally responsible solar panel cleaning industry.
Asensus Surgical denies lack of disclosures in planned Karl Storz merger
Asensus Surgical denied any legal wrongdoing in statements around its planned merger and offered further information.
Moon Surgical receives FDA clearance for Maestro Robotic Surgery System
Moon Surgical plans to deploy its Maestro System in the U.S. and Europe in a limited market release ahead of a broader launch in 2025.
Stereotaxis wins updated CE mark for all devices available in Europe
Stereotaxis said it now has an updated EU Quality Management System Certificate, demonstrating that its products have valid CE marks.
Anzu Robotics launches U.S.-based clone of DJI Mavic 3
Anzu Robotics has de-cloaked and launched an alternative to DJI drones ahead of legislation to ban DJI drones in the U.S.
iRobot terminates deal with Amazon, laying off 31% of staff
iRobot said its deal with Amazon has fallen through and is taking several steps to restructure its expenses for its revised go-to-market strategy.
Wing gears up for drone delivery growth with updated FAA exemption
Wing says the updated exemptions for its detect and avoid approach will allow it to safely scale in the US.
ISO and ASTM define standard for additive manufacturing in construction
ISO and ASTM have defined an additive construction standard in what could be the first of joint efforts around robotics in that industry.
Massachusetts legislature to consider bill banning armed robots
This act would prohibit the manufacture, sale, and operation of robotic devices or drones that are mounted with a weapon.
FlexQube is granted European patent for AMR system
FlexQube’s patent application regarding its unique AMR system, FlexQube Navigator, was granted by the European Patent Office.