Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.69
October 17, 2024
Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) announced that the companies will join forces, combining two of the world’s leaders in artificial intelligence and robotics. The research partnership aims to accelerate the development of general-purpose humanoid robots utilizing TRI’s Large Behavior Models and Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot. Partnership looks to push humanoid research further Boston Dynamics has a longstanding reputation for advances in humanoids, from extreme mobility to bimanual manipulation. The latest generation of Atlas is the result of years of hardware/software co-design aimed at building the most capable humanoid platform, both in terms of physical capability and software interfaces…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.71
August 05, 2024
…rapidly growing demand. JMT, Meltio and UMT create unique tri-lateral partnership Jupiter Machine Tool is a provider for the advanced manufacturing industry. JMT provides a complete line of different CNC machine and tooling offerings, and a suite of augmented reality and virtual reality industrial products. Jupiter also provides engineering support, process improvement, quality control, service support and production equipment to leading manufacturers in the automotive, aerospace, defense, medical, agricultural, transportation, 3C and mining industries, among others. JMT offers a large portfolio of CNC machines: 5-axis machining, vertical and horizontal machining, turning and milling, bridge and gantry, and machining accessories. Their…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.33
August 29, 2023
…In 2019, Intuition Robotics and the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) agreed to work on an in-vehicle AI agent. The ongoing investment could lead to more collaboration, acknowledged Skuler. “We’re looking forward to adding their insights and perspective to our overall strategy and how else we can use ElliQ to improve the mobility of people,” he told Robotics 24/7. Funding growth to meet demand Intuition Robotics said it plans to use its latest funding to scale up to meet demand and help aging populations access its products and services at reasonable costs. “The round of funding will help us capitalize on…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.34
May 16, 2023
…the university research program at the Toyota Research Institute (TRI). “We believe that collaboration is the key to tackling society's biggest challenges and are confident that this program will continue to achieve new breakthroughs.” Led by Dr. Gill Pratt, TRI said its reseachers are focused on developing technologies to amplify human ability, make people's lives safer, and improve sustainability. Established in 2015, the institute has offices in Los Altos, Calif., and Cambridge, Mass. TRI university research program grew in 2022 Toyota Research Intitute said its program expanded last year to include 21 university partners and 61 projects focused on robotics,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.29
February 15, 2023
…place at its headquarters in Silicon Valley. During the TRI Expo, Gil Pratt, the company’s CEO and chief scientist at Toyota Motor Corp., explained the institute's approaches to challenges including aging populations, climate change, and human understanding. “In the 1930s, Toyota made a huge leap by expanding from manufacturing textile looms to building cars,” said Pratt. “TRI’s mission is to discover the next technological leap that will transform Toyota’s business.” “We are explorers researching ways to make cars better, but we’re also discovering what mobility may mean beyond cars,” he added. “We believe that our high-risk, high-reward research approach can…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.55
January 31, 2023
…Phononic said its technology adds flexibility while fractionalizing across tri-temperature environments. Phononic’s connected services for its Actively-Cooled Tote platform integrate with warehouse automation systems and provide dynamic response for inventory and order management. The company is exhibiting at Manifest 2023 in Las Vegas this week. stow Robotics partnership enables mixed orders The strategic alliance between stow Robotics and Phononic allows frozen items to be stored alongside ambient and chilled products in the same automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS). It will also provide flexibility when the proportion between temperature controlled and ambient SKUs change, said the partners. “Joining forces with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.52
October 03, 2022
…space. R&D displayed at MassRobotics event Toyota Research Institute (TRI) demonstrated its Punyo bubble gripper, which includes hydraulics and vision-based internal sensors to detect the right pressure for handling fragile objects. For example, it could be used for household tasks such as loading and unloading a dishwasher. TRI has only 250 to 300 employees nationwide, and its lab in Cambridge, Mass., focuses on manipulation, said research scientist Joseph Masterjohn. With MIT, the institute has developed the Drake model-based design for contact simulation of robot manipulation. Speaking of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, its Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (MIT…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.58
June 04, 2022
…mph, the all-electric M.52 is outfitted with a 52-in. tri-blade rear-discharge, 20X12 tires, and flat-free casters. Scythe Robotics largely relies on computer vision technology for M.52, said Morrison. The mower has 3D mapping, onboard semantic segmentation, onboard visual simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM), and terrain-aware motion planning. It also has 8 HDR cameras and a host of sensors. It’s designed for large landscape commercial contractors who make anywhere from $1 million to $100s of millions in annual revenue. The company isn’t selling the mower as a standalone. Instead, it charges by acreage mowed. Scythe has been testing the M.52 in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.40
May 10, 2022
…swirling, monochromatic design of a child prodigy and the tri-color geometric pattrens of digital design collective. “ABB’s PixelPaint technology is more than an evolution—it is a revolution,” said Sami Atiya, president of ABB’s Robotics & Discrete Automation business area. “It’s a shining example of how robotic automation and our RobotStudio software can not only pave the way for more sustainable manufacturing but can also perfectly replicate delicate pieces of art that celebrate the originality and beauty of the human spirit.” “At a time when consumers want more customized products, PixelPaint is a game changer and allows any design to be…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.67
March 18, 2022
…Project Innovation Center (MPIC) and the Toyota Research Institute (TRI). It seeks scalable solutions to modernize manufacturing and advance sustainable production. “MPIC is thrilled to partner with the Toyota Ventures team in their search to identify startups that are revolutionizing manufacturing facilities,” said Daniel Zachry, group manager of Toyota's MPIC. “As we reimagine how we build cars, increasing customization and rapid transformation to building electrified vehicles, we see startup innovation as a key ingredient.” Industry 4.0 and sustainability goals of 2022 call Now, Toyota Ventures invites startups developing solutions focused on Industry 4.0 and sustainable manufacturing that meet the following…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.33
October 11, 2021
…Over the past six years, the Toyota Research Intitute (TRI) said its researchers have made significant strides in robotics, automated driving, and materials science in large part due to machine learning—the application of computer algorithms that constantly improve with experience and data. “Machine learning is the foundation of our research,” stated Dr. Gill Pratt, CEO of TRI. “We are working to create scientific breakthroughs in the discipline of machine learning itself and then apply those breakthroughs to accelerate discoveries in robotics, automated driving, and battery testing and development.” Simulation leads to 'scalable supervision' As the International Conference on Computer Vision…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.99
July 15, 2021
…to Woven Planet—Toyota Research institute - Advanced Development Inc. (TRI-AD)—previously collaborated with CARMERA on projects from 2018 to 2020. They demonstrated that the companies could successfully develop and update high-definition (HD) maps from commodity, device-agnostic sources, such as commercially available dashboard-mounted cameras, said Woven Planet. TRI-AD was founded in 2019, and Woven Planet Holdings, Woven Core, Woven Alpha, and Woven Capital comprise Woven Planet Group. The Toyota companies design, build, and deliver mobility systems to realize the vision of “Mobility to Love, Safety to Live,” and they invest in autonomous vehicles, robotics, smart cities, and other innovations. CARMERA is Woven…
