Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.66
June 13, 2023
…leadership roles at PRI Automation, Color Kinetics (acquired by Philips), and MC10. The Robotics Factory, under the leadership of Innovation Works and with four-year support from the EDA, will operate a series of interrelated programs. These are designed to stimulate the development and growth of startups in the robotics sector, focusing on creating solutions for industry-identified challenges, accelerating startups, and scaling up manufacturing. “I am honored to join the exceptional team at Innovation Works,” said Dowling. “The Robotics Factory represents a major step forward in the growth and prominence of Pittsburgh’s robotics ecosystem. Drawing from my experiences from both academia…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.99
December 21, 2021
…and transmission systems designed by Siemens, Omron, Schneider Electric, Philips, SEW, and Mitsubishi. A peek under the RoboTaxi hood AutoX has released a new video of its RoboTaxi factory while it is in operation (see below). It provides a view of its production line specifically designed to assemble its Gen5 autonomous driving system and RoboTaxis. The video also offers viewers a peek at the AutoX Gen5 system for the first time, giving them a close look at the wiring and assembly of the two main sensor towers and blind-spot sensor suites. Hidden in the trunk of the RoboTaxi is the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.62
March 22, 2024
…and ensures “Captis is completely a hands-off product,” said Philip Reece, CEO of Indro Robotics. “When we say this is ‘the future of warehouse robotics’, we mean it. It completely eliminates the dull and repetitive task of scanning by hand, freeing up employees to do more satisfying work. It also frees up or eliminates the need for equipment like modified forklifts that have been previously required for the task.” Partnerships with GreyOrange and Ericsson Along with the new AGV news, Cypher also announced two partnerships at MODEX. The Ottawa-based company has partnered with GreyOrange and Ericsson. “The Captis autonomous cycle…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.88
July 22, 2023
…possible service to customers with real-time inventory management,” said Philip Wenger, director of technology at Noble, in a release. “It means we can get more products to our customers faster, and they're going to be happier with the counter experience because of it.” For more than 30 years, Noble has served the construction, maintenance, and renovation trades with an assortment of leading brands. The company also offers a range of services, including product training and technical support, working closely with contractors and professionals across commercial and residential operations to help them succeed. Noble collaborates with Dematic Noble said its AutoStore…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.03
May 10, 2023
…and well-respected robotics team at Real Life Robotics,” said Philip Reece, CEO of InDro Robotics. “Our expertise in the robot field, mixed with Real Life Robotics’ extensive experience in robotic commercialization, makes for a powerful team.” Victoria, British Columbia-based InDro has offices in Vancouver and Ottawa and conducts R&D into robotics. It also provides uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs), services, and training. The company said it has deep expertise in mechatronics, software integration, teleoperation, and automation through machine learning. Not only does InDro develop new technologies directly for clients, but it also develops, tests, and ultimately sells other innovations. InDro said…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.37
August 05, 2021
…the kit meets select criteria for safety standards,” said Philip Bourque, head of business development at Sea Machines. In October 2020, a proof-of-concept demonstration showed that the kit could enable a barge to host and distribute fuel, he said. In addition, rotary-wing aircraft could land on the remotely monitored and operated barge. The company is now transitioning to the design and trial stage. “We proved the viability, and Phase 2 is focused on engineering of an operational kit and supplying key elements which will be used in Phase 3,” Bourque told Robotics 24/7. Barges to provide naval agility The project's…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.11
August 23, 2021
…much more pleasant and easy-going, while the employer will be able to optimize and get a better workflow,” said Philip Courtois, president of Thinkbot Solutions. “Others have tried unsuccessfully to develop a user-friendly door opener. Made4CNC has completely succeeded.” “I have chosen to distribute SD100 because attention is given to all of the details in terms of the mechanics, software and safety,” he said, adding that the SD100 is certified by collaborative robot leader Universal Robots. “The UR+ certification ensures completely seamless integration with robots from Universal Robots. All operations can be done through the robot’s teach pendant.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.85
April 17, 2022
…at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), and Marcin Balicki of Philips Research North America. Tilt and twist for endovascular surgery Endovascular surgery is a specialized, minimally invasive procedure that involves carefully twisting and guiding a thin medical wire through the body's arteries and vessels to a target location, in a way that avoids damaging vessel walls. The procedure typically requires years of training for a surgeon to master. Robotic systems are being explored as assistive technologies in endovascular surgery. These systems mainly involve motor drives that advance and retract a wire while twisting it through the body's vasculature. “But having a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.63
February 27, 2019
…by an already existing FedEx logistics ecosystem,” said Brian Philips, President and CEO of FedEx Office. “We are excited to bring this technology to address new markets and better support our customers. The companies who have provided feedback on its potential use have been instrumental in ensuring we are looking toward the future of e-commerce.” The FedEx bot will support retailers in several segments, and the first group of retail customers to view the prototype have recognized the value the technology can bring to their industries. “We are thrilled to be working with the talented teams at FedEx and DEKA…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.47
January 25, 2022
…pool,” he added. The startup is named after the Philip K. Dick novel that was the basis for cyberpunk film Blade Runner. CEO Nag Murty, Chief Operating Officer Jarrett Herold, and Chief Product Officer Gunjit Singh founded Electric Sheep Robotics in 2019. The San Francisco-based company launched its first paid pilot in March 2020 and has additional offices in Greater Philadelphia. Dexter designed for easy use, diverse terrain A record 4.5 million U.S. workers quit their jobs in November 2021. In landscaping, tens of thousands of full-time positions are unfilled, according to the National Association of Landscape Professionals, which called…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.11
January 18, 2022
…struggling to rewire their supplier and distribution networks,” said Philip Ashton, co-founder and CEO of 7bridges. “For years, they have been grappling with disconnected data, siloed and outdated technologies, and time-intensive manual processes.” “The result is wasted time, resources, and money—up to 50% of logistics spend is squandered,” he wrote in a blog post. “A study by McKinsey & Co. found that 85% of supply chain executives pointed towards such inefficiencies in their digital technologies as a cause for concern.” “At 7bridges, we are uniquely positioned to help businesses enhance and future-proof their supply chains in ways that are more…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.66
April 15, 2021
…Vinod Khosla's Khosla Ventures, Eric Schmidt's Innovation Endeavors, and Philip Liang's E15 VC. Hong Kong-based D8 Holdings said its objective “is to identify a target business that is under-valued relative to its potential and ready for transformative improvement.” “D8 reviewed numerous investment opportunities in search of an exciting growth company to merge with, and Vicarious Surgical impressed us with their visionary team and market-disrupting products,” said Donald Tang, co-founder and president of D8 Holdings. “Beyond the technology and the capabilities of Vicarious Surgical's robot, we were also excited about the positive feedback from surgeons and hospitals.” The transaction is expected…
