In Episode 164 of The Robot Report Podcast, co-hosts Mike Oitzman and Eugene Demaitre discuss the latest robotics news from the past week, including news from Teradyne and Siemens plus a new robot from Pudu Robotics.
The featured interview this week is with Bren Pierce, CEO and co-founder of startup Kinisi Robotics. Pierce was a founder and chief robotics officer of Bear Robotics.
Santa Cruz, Calif.-based Kinisi recently came out of stealth mode. Pierce said it is developing a mobile manipulator that is intended to be affordable.
The Kinisi KR1 robot uses a wheeled base and off-the-shelf arms for warehouse use cases. | Credit: Kinisi Robotics
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Show timeline
- 3:40 – News of the week
- 14:40 – Interview with Bren Pierce, CEO of Kinisi Robotics
News of the week
Inbolt sees Series A funding for its future of giving vision guidance to industrial robots
Inbolt has secured $16.7 million to expand its AI-powered 3D vision guidance technology for industrial robots. The company’s GuideNow system, which won a 2023 RBR50 Innovation Award, provides real-time guidance using a single Intel RealSense camera. This technology is designed to easily integrate with any industrial robot and improve its precision and efficiency.
Mach9 accelerates geospatial data processing for the infrastructure industry
Mach9 Robotics is accelerating geospatial data processing for industries like construction and utilities. It said its technology quickly and affordably converts 3D lidar scans into 2D and 3D engineering models, which are essential for autonomous vehicles, delivery robots, and aerial drones. By focusing on data processing rather than data collection, Mach9 aims to become a leader in automated geospatial production.
Pudu debuts a ‘semi-humanoid’ robot for versatile applications
Pudu Robotics has unveiled its new “semi-humanoid” service robot, the PUDU D7. The company aims to fully commercialize it in 2025. This latest addition expands Pudu’s line of service robots, which have been deployed in various industries. With a focus on innovation and a strong patent portfolio, Pudu said it continues to push the boundaries of robotics technology.
Siemens and Teradyne Robotics jointly build a robotics showcase in Chicago
Siemens and Teradyne Robotics have joined forces to create a robotics showcase in Chicago. This collaboration highlights Teradyne Robotics as a leading partner for advanced automation solutions in North America. It features a variety of robots from Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots, demonstrating their versatility for various industries, including consumer packaged goods, aerospace, and semiconductor manufacturing.
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