OpenAI has created a number of large language models (LLM) and image generation models that are revolutionizing robotics.
RBR50 Spotlight: PickGPT uses power of generative AI for robotics
Sereact released PickGPT, a robotics transformer that combines LLMs with the company’s computer vision technology.
RBR50 Spotlight: Dexterity stacks AI, robotics for truck loading
Dexterity AI has developed DexR, a two-armed robot that uses machine vision, force sensing, and integrated motion planning to unload containers.
RBR50 Spotlight: Autonomous pickup truck could enhance U.S. military operations
Kodiak Robotics unveiled its first autonomous test vehicle for the U.S. military, a Ford F-150 pickup truck outfitted with Kodiak Driver.
RBR50 Spotlight: Simbe scales inventory robotics deal with BJ’s Wholesale Club
Simbe partnered with BJ’s to roll out an enhanced version of its Store Intelligence system and new capabilities for the Tally robot.
RBR50 Spotlight: ifm simplifies mobile robot development
The ifm Obstacle Detection Solution reduces mobile robot development time by providing a ready-made option for manufacturers.
RBR50 Spotlight: ROBEL repairs railways using FANUC robots
Electric Sheep won RBR50 startup of the year for its novel vertical business model, automating commercial landscaping.
RBR50 Spotlight: MassRobotics Accelerator positions startups for success
The accelerator delivers equity-free programming and supports robotics technology entrepreneurs and technical founders through a 13-week program.
RBR50 Spotlight: Electric Sheep mows down competition to become startup of the year
Electric Sheep won RBR50 startup of the year for its novel vertical business model, automating commercial landscaping.
Skyline Robotics deploys Ozmo window cleaning robot in New York City
Skyline Robotics has deployed the Ozmo window-cleaning robot at a New York skyscraper as it begins its global expansion.
RBR50 Spotlight: Doosan Robotics’ Dart-Suite brings app ease to cobot programming
Doosan introduced Dart-Suite with an integrated development environment that allows customers to create modules for their specific needs.
RBR50 Spotlight: Brightpick Autopicker applies mobile manipulation, AI for warehouse flexibility
Selected as the “Application of the year,” the Brightpick Autopicker is a unique mobile manipulator designed for warehouse automation.
RBR50 Spotlight: Apptronik releases humanoid robot with bespoke linear actuators
In August 2023, Apptronik released Apollo, the first commercial version of its bipedal humanoid robot.
RBR50 Spotlight: Mujin TruckBot accelerates automated truck unloading
Mujin claimed that its TruckBot system can unload up to 1,500 cases per hour, automating the loading dock.
RBR50 Spotlight: FANUC produces one-millionth industrial robot
FANUC produced one-millionth industrial robot in August 2023, earning it RBR50 recognition.
RBR50 Spotlight: TRI builds large behavior models to teach robots
Toyota Research Institute, or TRI, announced what it said was a “breakthrough” approach based on Diffusion Policy to quickly teach robots new skills.
RBR50 Spotlight: Boston Dynamics’ Atlas demos unique skills for humanoid
Boston Dynamics released a video showing Atlas performing a task at a mock construction site inside its Waltham, Mass., headquarters.
RBR50 Spotlight: KUKA releases next generation of mobile robots
KUKA introduced three new mobile robots in 2023: the KMR iisy mobile cobot, KMP 1500P, and KMP 600-S diffDrive.
RBR50 Spotlight: Ambi Robotics leverages real-world data for more flexible picking solution
AmbiSort B-Series is the company’s entry into automated induction, middle-mile sortation, and reverse logistics.
RBR50 Spotlight: ULC develops Cable Splicing Machine
The ULC Cable Splicing Machine includes tools capable of stripping back each layer of the cable to a desired dimension using precision controls.
RBR50 Spotlight: Agility Robotics’ Digit humanoid named Robot of the Year
Agility Robotics’ Digit was honored as the 2024 RBR50 Robot of the Year for being one of the first humanoids to enter commercial trials.
RBR50 Spotlight: Advanced Construction Robotics’ IronBOT makes rebar installation faster, safer
Advanced Construction Robotics IronBOT lifts, carries, and places up to 5,000-lb. (22,267.9 kg) bundles of rebar.