Accenture said it sees “huge potential” for humanoids in post and parcel, manufacturing, retail, and logistics warehousing operations.
Accenture, Mujin form robotics integration joint venture
New venture Accenture Alpha Automation is located in Japan and focuses on robotics for manufacturing and logistics applications.
Accenture acquiring robotics integrator Eclipse Automation
Accenture said the acquisition will enable it to offer automated production lines that leverage the cloud, data and AI.
Accenture acquiring Brazilian industrial robotics firm Pollux
Global professional services company Accenture is acquiring Pollux, a Joinville, Brazil-based provider of industrial robotics and automation solutions. Accenture said the acquisition, which is subject to customary closing conditions, will expand its capabilities for clients in consumer goods, pharmaceutical and automotive industries. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. This is Accenture’s first acquisition…
Wheelchair mounted robot arm to use Intel neuromorphic technology to assist patients
Intel, Accenture, the Open University, ALYN Hospital, and Applied Brain Research are working to apply neuromorphic technology to make wheelchair-mounted robot arms more adaptable and affordable.