Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.13
April 03, 2023
…compound task which combines aspects of locomotion and dexterous manipulation together.” On the hardware side, the robot has a set of sensors that let it perceive the environment, allowing it to feel where it is, “understand” its position, and “see” some of its surroundings. It has a set of actuators that let it apply forces and move itself and objects. In between the sensors and actuators sits the computer or “brain,” tasked with converting sensor data into actions, which it will apply through the motors. When the robot is running on snow, it doesn't see the snow but can feel…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.08
August 25, 2023
…final geometry Reducing the frequency of component imaging Robotic Manipulation of Granular and Paste-like Materials Project team: Siemens (principal investigator), University of Southern California Topic areas addressed: Safe and scalable manufacturing of energetics Description: This project seeks to automate the manipulation of granular and paste-like materials with robotics to augment human operators for common handling tasks such as scooping and pouring precise amounts without spillage, including those used in the manufacturing of highly reactive materials. The outputs of this project can also be applied for use in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries. The team will develop a robotic skill based…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.00
June 15, 2023
…the world around them, improve dexterous grasping and teleoperated manipulation, and be ready for mass adoption. The company added that it is applying its sensing and telerobotics technologies to new applications. Touchlab is a finalist in the ANA Avatar XPRIZE competition. Last year, it received $4.8 million in seed funding from Octopus Ventures, which claims to be one of the largest “deep tech” investors in Europe. Tactile sensors allow remote control of Välkky Touchlab said it has developed low-profile tactile sensors thinner than human skin that can be wrapped around hard or soft robots. The company's e-skin is composed of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.97
February 04, 2021
…Elliott, Research Scientist, Oak Ridge National Laboratory Rosa Ciprian, Senior Electrical Engineer Lead, Alert Innovation Elena Messina, Group Leader Manipulation & Mobility Systems, NIST Christine Spiten, Co-founder, Blueye Robotics Nicole Renee Williams, Thermoplastic Composite Materials and Process Manager, The Boeing Co. Cynthia Breazeal, Professor and Associate Director, MIT Media Lab Leah Curry, President, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana The Feb. 2021 issue of Smart Manufacturing magazine provides a more extensive article detailing the accomplishments of the women selected in this exceptional group. Read the full article here.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.95
May 24, 2024
…Leveraging the power of GraphQL open-source data query and manipulation language, Remote.It said its latest technology can empower customers to oversee and enhance an extensive range of devices, including internet of things (IoT) devices deployed in various environments. The API facilitates configuration updates, software upgrades, and data capture, which the company said can streamline operations across any fleet. “Clever First Aid relies on Remote.It's scripting solution to manage our entire fleet without logging into each individual device,” said Steve Mann, Clever First Aid CTO. “This empowers us to focus on driving innovation and delivering exceptional experiences to our customers, while…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.89
June 06, 2023
…precise sorting needs, seamlessly integrating automated induction, sorting, item manipulation, and accurate placement. Configurations include: Induction Cell: Automated induction from deep bin or conveyor to conveyor, trays, and containers. End-to-End Sortation: Automated induction onto a central conveyor with six-sided scan tunnel and bidirectional conveyor divert modules, sorting to a variety of output containers including gaylords, wire containers, and more. Vision-Based Sorter Expansion: Enhance capacity and efficiency in high-speed sorting operations by integrating AI-based quality control with upstream sorters. Seamlessly integrate with existing machinery to enable advanced tracking and package analysis throughout middle-mile parcel sorting operations, optimizing performance and minimizing errors.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.89
December 14, 2022
…and outdoor use, sometimes including robot arms for mobile manipulation. The report noted that many startups are further expanding the use cases for mobile robots with new technologies. For instance, Steering Machines in Barcelona provides a robot with omnidirectional wheels that can navigate in tiny spaces. “The increasing number of robot businesses – especially within mobile – in Spain presents a growing opportunity for international players looking for new business partners in the field and expanding their portfolio,” said Salvador. “We expect some more M&A [merger and acquisition] activity in the time to come.” For more statistics and data about…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.86
March 31, 2021
…wide variety of applications, building on its autonomous mobile manipulation robot (AMMR) experience. “When we built our AMR, we thought, ‘How can we make this the most powerful, flexible, and collaborative solution?’” said Tom Galuzzo, founder and CEO of IAM Robotics. “Bolt expands on our AMMR solution Swift by turning its base into a standalone AMR.” “We applied what we learned with Swift, honing in on battery power and direct-drive wheels to ensure Bolt has the power to operate safely and efficiently—even with top modules attached,” he said. “Bolt is already opening new doors for IAM Robotics because it introduces…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.85
October 04, 2022
…will deliver a keynote focused on “mobility, perception, and manipulation of robots.” The full agenda of conference sessions can be found online, but here are a few highlights, according to A3. Roundtables featuring vendors and users include: From the Warehouse to the Factory Floor and Beyond: Trends in Mobile Robotics and Automation with speakers from DHL, Procter & Gamble, Arendai, and Cascadia Capital. Productization and Scaling for Next Generation Automation (Cambridge Consultants; Dexterity; 3M; Kuka) Standardization Efforts for Mobile Robot Interoperability (MassRobotics, Vecna Robotics, Locus Robotics, InOrbit) Other sessions include: The Best of Both Worlds: The Future of AGVs and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.84
April 22, 2024
…gripper variations to meet a diverse set of expected manipulation needs in customer environments. Boston Dynamics said Atlas’ humanoid form factor doesn’t limit its vision of how a bipedal robot can move, what tools it needs to succeed, and how it can help people accomplish more. The company is equipping Atlas to move in the most efficient way possible to complete a task, rather than being constrained by a human range of motion. Atlas will move in ways that exceed human capabilities. The company said it has focused on legged robots because it wanted to build robots that could balance…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.83
October 27, 2022
…improves shipyard operations by solving critical pain points including human resource constraints, productivity, and safety.” Portfolio includes teleoperation, mobile manipulation Other Sarcos products for civilian use include the Guardian GT, a tracked mobile manipulator, the Guardian HLS pneumatic heavy-lift system, and the Guardian XT teleoperated dexterous manipulator. The company is also known for its Guardian XO industrial exoskeleton, and it added Pittsburgh-based RE2 Robotics' Sapien robot arms to its portfolio in April. The company, which recently moved to new headquarters in Salt Lake City, serves the aerospace, construction, defense, energy, and medical industries. Sarcos recently appointed experienced financial executive Drew…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.75
August 08, 2022
…and government-facing customers with data collection, analytics, and subsea manipulation capabilities to support and maintain assets. It claimed that it can also significantly reduce their operational footprint, operating cost, and greenhouse gas emissions while improving offshore health, safety, and environmental exposure. Shell and Nauticus said they will collaborate with experienced inspection tooling service providers, integrating their technology into Nauticus’ robots and services. After completing an initial feasibility study for the phase-gated project, the team will focus on remote operations of the robotic duo with supervised autonomy and tool control. The collaboration will use Nauticus' acoustic communication network as part of…
