The winning robot of the MassRobotics Form & Function Challenge was Northeastern University’s Soft Robotic Arm Screwdriver.
Sonair debuts ADAR, a 3D ultrasonic sensor for autonomous mobile robots
Sonair is debuting at Automate 2025 its ADAR sensor, which is designed to enhance robot safety with 3D soundwave perception.
U.S. automotive industry increased robot installations by 10% in 2024
The IFR noted that while the U.S., particularly the automotive industry, is installing more robots, it isn’t producing them.
Uber investing $100M into WeRide to bring robotaxis to 15 cities
This expansion follows WeRide’s AV launch in Abu Dhabi, and plans to launch a service in Dubai soon, with new cities in Europe to follow.
Amazon’s Vulcan robot uses force sensing to stow items
Amazon’s Vulcan robot uses touch and AI to pick and stow 75% of warehouse items. Amazon previewed Vulcan during a keynote at Robotics Summit & Expo 2025.
RoboBusiness 2025 call for speakers now open
In addition to enabling tech and robotics development, RoboBusiness focuses on investments and business challenges. Deadline to submit is June 12.
Recapping Robotics Summit & Expo 2025
We recap the Robotics Summit & Expo 2025 with a live feed from the show floor in Boston.
Teradyne Robotics makes leadership changes at MiR, UR
Jean-Pierre Hathout transitions from MiR to UR replacing Kim Povlsen. Kevin Dumas is promoted to the helm of MiR.
Top 10 robotics developments of April 2025
April brought changes for the robotics industry, including shake-ups at large companies, new deployments, and the 2025 RBR50 being announced.
Aurora begins driverless commercial trucking in Texas
Aurora is deploying its flagship product, the Aurora Driver, an SAE Level 4 self-driving system in long-haul trucking.
igus introduces Iggy Rob low-cost humanoid for service, industrial applications
igus has applied its expertise with motion plastics, affordable cobots, and mobile platforms to offer its first humanoid robot.
HEBI Robotics wins RBR50 award for ‘inchworm’ robot family
The RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards recognized HEBI Robotics’ flexible and scalable mobile manipulator, which builds on its modular platform.
SEER Robotics offers digital product matrix
SEER Robotics outlines the capabilities of its M4 Smart Logistics Management System and the Visualization Series Products.
Toyota, Waymo consider joint development of self-driving vehicles
Toyota and its Woven division are exploring a partnership with Waymo to develop autonomous technology for consumer-owned cars.
Chang Robotics announces $50M fund, 2025 strategic roadmap
Chang Robotics, an engineering firm working in manufacturing, collaborative robotics, and automation, is focusing on U.S. expansion.
Your guide to Day 2 of the 2025 Robotics Summit & Expo
Day 2 of the Robotics Summit & Expo will start at 8 a.m. with the Women in Robotics Breakfast at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.
Your guide to Day 1 of the 2025 Robotics Summit & Expo
The Robotics Summit & Expo begins at 9:00 a.m. at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center with back-to-back keynote presentations.
Elmo Motion Control presents technology innovations at upcoming shows
Elmo will show its latest Titanium Maestro motion controller at upcoming events including the Robotics Summit & Expo.
A guide to everything going on at the 2025 Robotics Summit & Expo
To help you keep track of everything going on, we’ve compiled a summary of the activities at the Robotics Summit over the next two days.
NexCOBOT to demonstrate EtherCAT AI robot controllers at Robotics Summit
NexCOBOT will be doing live demonstrations of its dual EtherCAT master AI robot controllers on the Robotics Summit Expo floor in Booth 451.
BurgerBots opens restaurant with ABB robots preparing fast food
BurgerBots uses ABB’s IRB360 FlexPicker and YuMi to address needs for consistency and speed, freeing workers for customer service.
Epson adds GX-C Series with RC800A controller to its robot line
The GX-C robot line, which will be shown at Automate, is designed for high precision and flexibility, according to Epson.