Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.16
June 14, 2022
…the first time the show was held since the COVID-19 pandemic. From cobots and AMRs to grippers and vision systems, the automation technologies on display were impressive. More than 500 exhibitors showed off their products at the show, as they look to the industry’s future and grow their customer base. Some of the most interesting technologies we saw were born out of partnerships. At its booth, Mitsubishi showcased how its robots can be used on top of other companies’ hardware and software. Plus One Robotics showed off how its technology integrates with Tompkins Robotics’ tSort system. Effidence’s EffiBOT AMR was…
Found in Robotics White Papers & Archives, with a score of 1.15
October 01, 2022
…of a career. Manufacturers should start with people The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated pressures on manufacturing and supply chain operations. At the same time, fewer people are aware of long-term career prospects in those sectors, leading to a shortage of 2.1 million skilled jobs by 2030, according to Deloitte. Fortunately, factories are no longer full of dull, dirty, and dangerous tasks, thanks to robotics and automation. In addition, some manufacturers are working with educational institutions to provide pathways to a new generation of workers. To get the most out of their employees, companies must consider job satisfaction, privacy, safety, and continuous…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.15
June 25, 2020
…can help in the many hospital settings overwhelmed by COVID-19 infections. Robert Gao, Ph.D., is the Cady Staley professor and department chair, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, at Case Western Reserve University. “I think this is becoming increasingly feasible,” says Gao. “The key is to improve the level of ‘intelligence’ needed for accurate and foolproof ‘situational awareness,’ i.e., accurately and reliably recognizing the environment and people’s need or intention to guide the robot’s action.” Gao says intelligence development can be done in stages: first semi-autonomous, where the robot performs preprogramed jobs under the supervision of humans (nurses, nutritionists, caretakers, doctors), and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.13
September 25, 2020
…pandemic to try and curb transmission of the virus. “COVID-19 has reshuffled the supply chain landscape and created additional challenges for companies to keep their employees safe,” said A.K. Schultz, co-founder and CEO of SVT Robotics. “Automation and robotics help reduce contact between humans and boost safety within facilities. We foresee continued growth within the industry.” Founded in 2018, SVT Robotics has seen interest from both investors (the company received $3.5 million in seed funding this past May) as well as industry executives including former Walmart Inc. executive Cameron Geiger, a global leader in sourcing, supply chain and IT, who…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.13
April 09, 2021
…served more than 80 hospitals and clinics during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although many industry analysts acknolwedge that humanoid robots with general artificial intelligence are a ways off, the ability to connect to the cloud is widely viewed as a way to add capabilities to devices with limited on-board computing capacity. CloudMinds caught in U.S.-China trade conflict Last year, the Bureau of Industry and Security, a part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, added CloudMinds to the list of restricted entities because of concerns about technology transfer and facial-recognition privacy during the ongoing trade conflict with China. It was preparing for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.11
March 13, 2022
…is at the top of mind because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A global surge in interest for disinfection systems, social distancing, and robot-assisted surgery promises to expand the accessibility and quality of care. With all the bad geopolitical and economic news lately, it's easy to forget that progress is still being made on multiple fronts. These 10 robotics companies (see slideshow at right or below on mobile) are working to a bright future where doctors can operate remotely, children have robotic friends, and our world is cleaner and healthier than today. About the author Emily Newton is a tech writer…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.11
June 18, 2020
…events taking place in the fall of 2020. As COVID-19 continues to make it difficult or impossible to hold large gatherings, A3 is transitioning the following 2020 in-person conferences to virtual events as well as adding two new events: RIA Robotics Week: September 8-11 (new) International Robot Safety Conference: October 6-8 Autonomous Mobile Robot Conference: October 26-27 AI & Smart Automation Conference: October 28-29 (new) MCMA TechCon: November 9-10 The in-person Collaborative Robots, Advanced Vision & AI Conference is postponed until the Fall of 2021. However, A3’s Robotic Grinding and Finishing Conference, slated for December 2-3 in St. Paul, Minnesota,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.10
April 17, 2020
…activities is far from the biggest problem posed by COVID-19, many high school seniors still feel a sense of loss from missing these rite-of-passage events, according to FIRST organization. In mid-March, the FIRST organization canceled its two FIRST Robotics Championship competitions in Houston and Detroit, and suspended the 2020 season. But this season isn’t over yet. FIRST, the global nonprofit organization that offers a suite of robotics competitions for students in grades PreK-12, has partnered with PTC for a virtual design competition that challenges teams to design a robot that can solve a current world problem. Examples would include a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.10
July 17, 2021
…launched contactless deliveries with its “Magic Pods” during the COVID-19 pandemic. Xia Huaxia, chief scientist and head of AI platform at Meituan, said he hopes to take advantage of 5G networking as soon as it becomes more widely available. The company has been testing delivery drones since 2017, and it announced a self-developed drone earlier this month. Last year, Meituan invested $14.2 million in Pudu Technology Inc., which makes service robots for restaurants. In May, the company invested in the Series C round for 3D vision company Mech-Mind Robotics. Meituan is hiring up to 60,000 more people this year as…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.09
December 30, 2021
…providers. Plus One Robotics Inc. has not only weathered COVID-19 disruptions; it has also responded to fast-growing demand for smart automation. “The first half of 2021 was full of continued uncertainty on a global scale,” wrote Erik Nieves, co-founder and CEO of Plus One, in a blog post. “We had great people on board, the right technologies in development, and clients who were excited about what we were doing. But things were moving slowly in the face of this 'new normal' that COVID-19 had wrought on the population and the global economy. Many of our partners were in a wait-and-see…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.07
December 28, 2020
…additive manufacturing to withstand supply chain disruptions due to COVID-19. Use of this technology for the production of electronics, however, has been limited due to barriers. Electronics manufacturers must use materials that meet electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety requirements to avoid damaging a product or critical component during production. Now, with the launch of Onyx ESD, electronics manufacturers can utilized additive manufacturing. This material is a high-performance static-dissipative version of Markforged’s flagship composite base material Onyx, a micro carbon fiber-filled nylon that yields accurate parts with quality surface finish, the company says. Onyx ESD was developed to achieve a tight surface…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.03
April 07, 2022
…years of mostly virtual or smaller events because of COVID-19, both exhibitors and attendees were relieved to reunite in person for MODEX 2022 in Atlanta last week. Robotics also had a strong presence at the biennial materials handling trade show, growing from about 10% five or six years ago to nearly 60% this year, according to several industry observers. From autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and self-driving lift trucks to robot arms and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), there were systems aplenty for supply chain applications. The average booth size was also larger, with relatively few 10x10-ft. exhibits but plenty…
