Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.82
September 16, 2022
…dynamic environments without human intervention, said the company. The CE- and ETL-certified robot also features hybrid navigation with simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) and QR Codes. In addition, the AMR includes safety features such as 360-degree obstacle detection, anti-collision bumpers, and emergency stop buttons in both the front and rear. Rexroth said AMR experts will be at its AMR and Logistics Week booth to discuss visitors' unique applications. They can also explain how a robot fleet can improve the safety of their workers and help overcome operational challenges, said the company. The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) is the organizer…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.12
August 30, 2022
…range of more than 500 m (1,640.4 ft.) at CES earlier this year. Silicon photonics industry veterans founded SiLC in 2018. Since then, the company has developed frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) lidar sensors. It said its 4D+ Eyeonic Chip integrates all photonics functions needed to enable a coherent vision sensor, offering a small footprint while addressing the need for low cost and low power. SiLC targets its innovations at the robotics, autonomous vehicle, biometrics, security, industrial automation, and other markets. Eyeonic looks ahead for autonomous applications Ultra-long-range visibility is a requirement or many machine vision applications, including automotive, metrology, construction,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.52
August 20, 2022
…also announced that IAC will return to next year's CES. Can you provide an overview of the organization in general, and explain what the Indy Autonomous Challenge is? Paul Mitchell: The Indy Autonomous Challenge, for the last three years, has been running a global prize competition among elite engineering universities to develop software that can control and pilot fully autonomous race cars, and to engage in head-to-head racing competitions. Are these competitions? Where are they held? Mitchell: There have been two competitions so far. The first was held at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on October 23rd, 2021. And then the second…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.80
June 08, 2022
…including placing its pilot robots in homes beginning in 2021. The Calabasas, Calif.-based startup said it is focused on creating affordable systems to address practical and physical needs at a fraction of the cost of commercial robots. Labrador Systems develops Retriever The Labrador Retriever, introduced at CES 2022, is a personal robot designed to enable individuals to live more independently by providing assistance with everyday activities in the home. The Retriever lightens the load for individuals where pain, injury, or other health conditions impact their daily activities, said Labrador Systems. The mobile robot is large enough to carry items such…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.49
April 27, 2022
…received the Sustainability Product of the Year Award for 2021 from the Business Intelligence Group. Ottonomy expects delivery robot demand to grow The global market for delivery robots—including food and beverage, retail, and postal— will grow from $212 million (U.S.) to $957 million by 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35.1%, predicted Markets and Markets. The COVID-19 pandemic has posed challenges to supply chains that were exacerbated by labor shortages, it said. As AMR regulations become standardized across North America, Ottonomy.io said it expects demand for robot deliveries “to grow exponentially.” It offers its AMRs through a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.37
March 12, 2022
…for delivery robots was valued at $300 million in 2021, according to Quince Market Insights. It’s estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30.3% from now until 2030. Top brass in U.S. Many of the top players are based in the U.S., including Starship, Nuro, and Kiwibot. But there is also plenty of activity overseas. Within one year of launch, Alibaba’s XIaomanlv last-mile delivery robots reportedly completed more than 1 million deliveries. And the company has plans to develop 10,000 robots within the next few years. Legacy players such as Amazon, FedEx, and Postmates are also…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.60
March 10, 2022
…active in the robotaxi and delivery space. In September 2021, it unveiled its six-passenger electric autonomous vehicle that will be used for ride-hailing in Tel Aviv and Munich sometime this year. At CES 2022, delivery robot company Udelv showed off its new Autonomous Transporter, which uses Mobileye’s technology. Mobileye is also working with Beep and Benteler EV Systems to jointly develop autonomous shuttle buses by 2024. Mobileye has been around for 23 years. Source: Mobileye IPO ideal for Intel In December, Intel announced its intention to take Mobileye public, noting that the company was expected to make 40% more in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.71
January 27, 2022
…brings physicians closer to their patients, Distalmotion claimed. The CE-marked medical device allows direct patient access at all times and integratesg proven laparoscopic workflows into the robotic setup, it said. “This novel, user-centric approach makes the surgeon the focal point of the procedure, reducing complexity and delivering sought-after simplicity and versatility to the market for robotic surgery,” according to Distalmotion. The company said the investment follows the successful completion of Dexter’s first clinical cases. “This is a fundamentally new approach to robotic surgery,” said Prof. Dieter Hahnloser, who heads colorectal surgery at Lausanne University Hospital and performed the worldwide first…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.51
January 17, 2022
…to interact with consumers, are a common sight at CES, but technological and commercial success has been more elusive as startups look to refine applications. Today, Furhat Robotics announced that it has acquired the assets of Misty Robotics Inc., saying the acquisition will enable it “to expand the category of social robotics and develop the next generation of human interfaces.” “With joint expertise and resources, we now have the vision and potential to create the most capable and exciting social robots to have ever existed,” stated Samer Al Moubayed, co-founder and CEO of Furhat Robotics. “We know that in the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.16
January 08, 2022
…the $150,000 grand prize in the Autonomous Challenge @ CES. The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) said today's event was the first head-to-head autonomous race. TUM Autonomous Motorsport from Technische Universität München won second place with $50,000. The team had won the IAC's October 2021 race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. IAC defines technologies, race rules Indianapolis-based Energy Systems Network (ESN) said it organized the IAC with the goal of solving real-world problems with technology that will speed the deployment of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and the commercialization of fully autonomous vehicles. “We came to CES this week, the world’s most…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.46
January 07, 2022
…Las Vegas this week is the Autonomous Challenge @ CES. It was organized by Energy Systems Network, which also conducted the Indy Autonomous Challenge in October 2021. The goal of the self-driving race, which features university teams and technology and automotive sponsors, is to advance the state of autonomous vehicles. Paul Mitchell, CEO of Energy Systems Network (ESN) and head organizer of the Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC), discussed preparations for the Autonomous Challenge @ CES with Robotics 24/7. How did your background in public affairs lead you to big technology events? Mitchell: My journey has always been about intersection of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.96
January 07, 2022
…and cover. Source: TDK TDK announces other offerings at CES Also at CES 2022 in Las Vegas, TDK announced its SmartMotion sensor, which it said has the “industry's lowest power consumption,” is powered by BalancedGyro technology, and has accurate on-chip self-calibration. The sensor can be used in augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) sytems, robots requiring high accuracy, and drones, it said. The new T5828 MEMS (micro-electromechanical system) microphone is compliant with the MIPI SoundWire protocol and includes 68dBA SNR (signal-to-noise ratio) and Acoustic Activity Detect features with always-on ultra-low power mode, said TDK. The microphone is suitable for consumer electronics,…
