Figure AI has raised funding from Amazon, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Open AI, and others to accelerate humanoid development, AI training, manufacturing, and hiring.
3Laws on robot safety and the evolution of bipedal locomotion
In this episode, Dr. Aaron Ames takes us down memory lane with a history of bipedal robotics and then introduces us to 3Laws Robotics.
Top 5 robotics trends for 2024, according to the IFR
The IFR has cited technology trends including the rise of generative AI, mobile manipulation, and humanoid robots for 2024.
Agility Robotics’ Jonathan Hurst to discuss humanoids in Robotics Summit keynote
Hurst’s talk on May 1 will explore the technological breakthroughs propelling humanoids like Digit into the real world. Learn about the ongoing challenges, and go inside Digit’s first pilots with Amazon, GXO Logistics, and more.
Watch Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid handle automotive struts
Atlas demonstrates the ability to pick up and move heavy automotive parts.
Update on AgTech automation at CNHI
Marc Kermisch from CNHI provides an update on how autonomy and digitization are developing to help automation.
BMW testing Figure 01 humanoid at South Carolina automotive plant
BMW said the Spartanburg facility is the largest automotive exporter in the U.S. and has assembled more than 6.3 million BMWs over the last 30-plus years.
1X Technologies raises $100M Series B to advance NEO humanoid robot
1X says its NEO android is being developed with embodied AI to handle household tasks and be safe to operate around consumers.
5 robotics trends to expect in 2024
With 2023 in the rearview mirror, it’s time to look ahead to what 2024 has in store for the robotics industry.
LimX Dynamics shows off its CL-1 humanoid’s stair climbing abilities
LimX Dynamics’ CL-1 completed tasks like climbing stairs and walking down slopes both inside and outside.
Fourier Intelligence launches production version of GR-1 humanoid robot
Fourier Intelligence launched the first generation of the GR-1 humanoid robot and plans to start selling into a number of markets.
The 5 biggest robotics industry trends of 2023
As 2023 comes to an end, we look back at some of the biggest trends in the robotics industry this year.
Top 10 most popular robotics stories of 2023
In the robotics industry, 2023 was the year of the humanoids. They dominated the news cycle, and our most popular content was no exception.
2023 year in review: GenAI, humanoids dominate robotics industry
2023 was full of highlights and lowlights. In this year in review episode, we discuss the top robotics stories with our special guests.
Sanctuary AI secures IP assets to advance touch, grasping in general-purpose robots
In addition to Sanctuary AI’s internal developments, IP assets from Giant.AI and Tangible Research have accelerated progress on its roadmap.
Tesla demonstrates Optimus Gen 2 dexterity, recalls 2M vehicles
Tesla released a video showing the improving capabilities of its Optimus humanoid robot, but it faces safety scrutiny over Autopilot.
GXO Logistics putting Digit humanoid to test
Digit is taking totes off of autonomous mobile robots and moving them onto a conveyor at a Spanx warehouse in Georgia.
Stevens Institute for Artificial Intelligence looks at prospects for AI and robotics
The Stevens Institute for Artificial Intelligence’s director shares his perspectives on AI policy, generative AI, and machine learning and legged robots.
China plans to mass produce humanoids by 2025
China said humanoids are likely to become another disruptive technology that could transform the way we produce goods.
Humanoids getting their feet wet in logistics
With the news that Amazon is testing Digit, Interact Analysis explores what the future looks like for humanoids in logistics.
Figure 01 humanoid takes first public steps
Figure 01 took its first steps in public this week as the company unveils the first working edition of the humanoid robot.
Meet the RoboBusiness keynote speakers
Agility Robotics, John Deere, Intuitive, Johnson & Johnson and NVIDIA among keynote speakers at RoboBusiness.