Robots / Platforms

Percepto’s AIM software and drone-in-a-box solution will autonomously perform routine inspections of panels.

Amazon gave a look at how the Zoox vehicle is able to make predictions about its surroundings up to eight seconds into the future.

GrayMatter Robotics’ Scan&Sand system is a flexible robotic sander that can quickly adjust to objects with complex geometry. 

Seoul Robotics, a NVIDIA Metropolis member, is developing autonomous cars by outfitting the car’s environment with sensors. 

Sprout is a lightweight, battery-powered autonomous robot that can precisely harvest asparagus for up to 16 hours a day.

Levita Magnetics said it has raised $26 million to fund regulatory and commercial progress on its Magnetic-Assisted Robotic Surgery (MARS) platform.

The goal is to commercially launch Enos in early 2025 after securing a De Novo market authorization from the FDA.

Xiaomi’s bipedal robot CyberOne can recognize environmental sounds and identify a variety of human emotions.

Telexistence’s restocking robots are being deployed in 300 convenience stores in Japan to restock beverages.

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has deployed a 14-passenger shuttle to give tours and collect data at its campus on San Antonio.

The company’s mission is to speed the development of autonomous mobile robots deployed in the field.

StradVision’s SVNet is a deep learning-based perception software that powers the perception technology behind ADAS and autonomous vehicles.

Intralink’s offices in Shanghai and Seoul will allow SLAMcore to pursue new business opportunities in the countries. 

iRobot is laying off about 140 employees. The Roomba maker said the reductions are not connected to the Amazon acquisition.

Waku Robotics offers consulting services for new mobile robot buyers along with fleet management software and integration/implementation services.

Full-scale production of Monarch Tractor’s MK-V all-electric, autonomous tractor is scheduled to begin in Q1 2023.

At the Discount Tire in Arizona, the RoboTire System will remove, lift and install tire and wheel assemblies.

Geek+ plans to use the fresh funding to further expand in the global market and invest in research and development.

If this deal goes through, iRobot would be Amazon’s fourth most-expensive acquisition ever.

MIRA will work inside a microwave-oven-sized experiment locker, and will perform tasks like cutting simulated tissue.

FedEx continues to embrace automation to streamline operations and drive long-term efficiencies.

The Stratom RAPID solution can be configured to refuel any type of fuel, including diesel, gas, hydrogen and electric charging.