Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.44
September 21, 2022
…the industrial robotics market in the People’s Republic of China is on the rise. The federation recorded 243,300 installations in the country in 2021. That’s a record and a 44% rise compared to 2020. “China was leading the global recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic and accounted for half of worldwide robot installations in 2021,” said Marina Bill, president of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), in a statement. The county has been the world’s largest industrial robot market since at least 2013. Chinese government bullish on automation China’s aging workforce has led to a shortage of employees and has helped…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.26
September 20, 2022
…port but will be distributed to additional ports across China soon, the companies said. The news comes after HiRain announced that it is pursuing “major OEM and autonomous driving projects with the Radar Solution it developed using Arbe’s Perception Radar Chipset” earlier this year. HiRain said it expects the radar solution to hit mass production by next year. Reducing traffic collisions with autonomous technology Tel Aviv, Israel-based Arbe said it is aiming to eliminate motor vehicle collisions caused by distracted or impaired drivers. It added its technology was built with safety in mind by “providing 360-degree surround view of vehicles,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.78
September 20, 2022
…years as companies chased the lowest labor costs to China, Vietnam, India, and now Africa,” he told Robotics 24/7. “It raised questions about whether that was the right thing to do on many levels. A lot of companies fooled themselves into thinking that a lower per-unit cost was always better.” “How do we show it can be less expensive to manufacture here and increase options?” Best asked. “We started looking at what we could do to disrupt the fashion industry. Women's dresses face sizing issues, for instance, but computers could generate patterns to do a half size or a different-size…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.33
September 13, 2022
…worldwide ultimately turned to autonomous case-handling robots from Shenzhen, China-based HAI Robotics. With 12 years of experience working in warehousing, Christopher Calderhead never expected that one day he would work with robots. Calderhead has been working in the overseas warehouse of WINIT for about a year now. As an outbound team leader, he makes sure that the system runs smoothly and that orders are fulfilled daily. “Working in a warehouse is tough, especially manual handling,” said Calderhead. “People usually get sick because of bad backs. There's a lot more locations you have to go to. Therefore there's more walking you…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.75
September 12, 2022
…percent of executives surveyed who have manufacturing operations in China have either already moved part of their operations to the U.S. or plans to do in the next three years, and another 15% are evaluating similar moves,” the report noted. Agarwal said he believes part of it has to do with U.S government incentives and grants. Another big reason is that automation is driving costs down and allowing companies to bring operations closer to home, he said. Peer Robotics has raised a total of $2.6 million. That includes the $300,000 it received for being a part of the STANLEY+Techstars Accelerator…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.61
September 12, 2022
…that AMR shipments surpassed those of AGVs and that China and the U.S. are leading markets for mobile robots. In addition, the firm predicted that 2.1 million mobile robots will ship by the end of 2025. The global market for mobile robots could expand from $13.56 billion in 2021 to $77.98 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.1%, estimated Next Move Strategy Consulting. Geek+ said its growing global network will help it meet the increasing demand for warehouse robots in the U.S. and Europe, in addition to South Korea and new developments in South America.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.68
August 30, 2022
…in Tam Nong District of Dong Thap Province. Guanghzou, China-based XAG recently spotlighted Nguyen, noting he was one of the earliest farmers to adopt agricultural drones in rice production. Drones put a new spin on agriculture in Vietnam Vietnam is the world's second largest rice exporter, with 6.5 million tons exported in 2021, according to Statista.com Its rice production is primarily supported by small-scale farmers with over 65% of households cultivating under 5 hectares, reports the Food and Fertilizer Technology Center for the Asian and Pacific Region. However, as urbanization and the rising price of fertilizers keep up pressure, Vietnamese…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.31
August 29, 2022
…company will also present its local U.K. team. Shenzhen, China-based HAI ROBOTICS said it is committed to gathering global talent to develop robotics to advance society. The company said it designed its autonomous case-handling robots (ACR) and goods-to-person systems for tote and carton transportation and process optimization. HAIPICK A42T to make U.K. debut HAI ROBOTICS plans to present its state-of-the-art ACR systems at one of the biggest logistics solutions shows for professionals who manage, operate, and optimize supply chains across the U.K. The live demo at booth 5C70 will be led by HAIPICK A42T, one of the tallest robots in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.12
August 23, 2022
…a robot to mow separate zones, said the Shenzhen, China-based company. In addition, Mammotion said its algorithms can create planned routes to eliminate repetitive movements and triple mowing efficiency. The company recently launched its LUBA robotic lawn mower for consumers. Jidong Wei, founder of Mammotion, replied to Robotics 24/7's questions about the robotic lawn mowing market and RTK. Mammotion designs RTK for ease of use Is Mammotion targeting residential lawns rather than commercial landscaping? How did it make that choice? Mammotion is committed to leading a smarter and more efficient eco-friendly outdoor lifestyle by providing more solutions in innovative electric…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.72
August 21, 2022
…Lithuania, Poland, Russia, and Vietnam. In addition, the company has offices in the U.K., France, Germany, Sweden, Malaysia, and China. About the author Malene Grouleff is CEO of Workspace and a robotics journalist, blogger, and consultant. This article is reposted with permission.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.03
August 17, 2022
China's self-driving car market continues to accelerate. SAIC Motor's ride-hailing unit has raised more than 1 billion yuan ($147.3 million) in a Series B round, according to Momenta Group, an autonomous vehicle developer and participant in the funding. SAIC Mobility is now worth $1 billion (U.S.), Momenta said yesterday. “SAIC Mobility’s automotive leadership in the Yangtze River Delta has spread nationwide,” stated Zhuang Jingxiong, CEO of SAIC Mobility. “SAIC Mobility is backed by the significant resources and experience of SAIC Motor, and Momenta is providing SAIC Mobility with technological and software leadership as we continue to iterate solutions together.” SAIC…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.86
August 11, 2022
…will have a presence at several upcoming shows in China and the U.S. The first show the Quebec, Canada-based company will attend will be the New Energy Vehicle International Forum 2022, which will take place from Aug. 18 to 19 in Suzhou China at the Shangri-La Hotel. The show will feature exhibitions on new vehicle technologies and designs. Hundreds of people from more than 15 countries are expected to attend. The company will give a presentation at the show titled, “Solving Key ADAS/AD Perception Challenges – Raw Data Fusion and Perception Technology.” Next month, the company will have a booth…
