Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.43
July 19, 2023
…and efficiently install photovoltaic, or PV, modules for utility-scale solar projects. “We are extremely optimistic about the use of robots for solar construction to help address the workforce shortages, productivity, and safety challenges that are currently slowing down the progress of U.S. solar initiatives,” said Matt Hadsell, senior manager for innovation and development at Blattner. “We are committed to working with Sarcos to refine their autonomous robotic solar construction system so that we can be one step closer to achieving our nation’s clean energy goals.” Avon, Minn.-based Blattner is a diversified renewable energy contractor providing expertise and collaborative construction solutions…
Found in Robotics White Papers & Archives, with a score of 23.67
July 18, 2023
…solution for drive systems requiring high accuracy control, such as factory automation (FA), manufacturing equipment for semiconductor, FPD and solar panel, medical devices, analytical instruments, precision stage, financial systems, food packaging machines, and aperture diaphragm adjustments for cameras. Reason why stepper motors are favored: Ease-of-Use Simple Operations Low Cost Download the whitepaper to learn more about the characteristics and technical information of stepper motors.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.27
July 17, 2023
…Security Robots (ASRs). It can also operate using optional solar power or light pole kits to make the installation of the system even more flexible and user-friendly. The company cited three industry-recognized reasons for adding the feature: Mitigates active-shooter events to help save lives Reduces false alarms that could lead to threat fatigue, causing those affected to respond inappropriately in times of true danger Complements other security solutions to better protect the places people live, work, study, and visit. How does it work? The system is completely automated with precision localization that operates indoors and outdoors and is capable of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.53
July 14, 2023
…on three key end markets – subsea, aviation, and solar. It previously developed industrial exoskeletons and teleoperated systems and recently announced a collaboration with VideoRay on underwater vehicles. “We have initiated a more focused business plan, concentrating on solutions that we believe have the greatest alignment with customer demand and speed to market,” said Peterson in a statement. “These solutions consist of our Guardian Sea Class, aviation and solar solutions, as well as advancing our AI software.” “We are realigning our operations to capitalize on the most promising revenue opportunities and end markets,” she added. “We are also reducing expenses…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 24.40
July 10, 2023
…unveiled an autonomous, scalable robotics platform, powered entirely by solar and wind energy. Leveraging proprietary, quantized AI, the Aigen Element service decreases fossil fuel use, while also providing farmers with real-time field insights, increased time savings, and reduced costs. Rich Wurden and Kenny Lee founded Aigen in 2020 to connect farmers to breakthrough technologies, decarbonize agriculture, and improve human and planetary health. Aigen's Element vehicles can autonomously navigate, weed, and analyze row crops without any chemicals or diesel fuel. Offered as a service, Aigen's vehicles reduce farmers' workload and their reliance on fossil fuels, while increasing their crop and soil…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.51
June 22, 2023
…the example of a startup that pivoted from servicing solar farms with drones to doing it with mobile robots. Investors are looking for founders with a “penchant for commercialization,” explained Sarah Liu, a partner at Fifth Wall. “In the past, there were too many solutions coming out of academia looking for problems,” she said. “Have you been on a construction site?” asked Alice Leung, vice president for platform and product strategy at Brick & Mortar Ventures. “[Startups,] understand your customers.” Swenton posed the question, “When is a robot not a good idea?” “We don't need robots that can empty a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.57
June 16, 2023
…as “The Official Sponsor of Mother Nature” because it is dedicated to creating a zero-emission ecosystem including technology for solar electricity generation, energy storage, and battery-powered vehicles. Globally, BYD said it is committed to corporate social responsibility, monitoring its supply chain in terms of human rights, environmental safety, hazardous substance control, and intellectual property rights. BYD has more than 700,000 employees around the world, including nearly 1,000 in North America.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.90
March 14, 2023
…Sarcos Robotics is developing robots to pick and place solar panels in renewable energy installations. Flexiv is using Isaac Replicator for synthetic data generation to train AI models for complex pick-and-place tasks. Some challenges ease, but labor shortages still drive robotics demand How much have economic headwinds affected NVIDIA's customers? Are labor or processor shortages easing? Andrews: Labor shortages and the re-engineering of supply chains are continuing to drive interest in robotics and automation. Companies will leverage more of our Isaac platform as it allows them to incorporate cutting-edge AI and simulation technologies while maintaining ultimate focus on the unique…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 32.27
March 08, 2023
…a Mortenson project site, which validated the Sarcos robotic solar field construction solution. Partners help with validation process During the validation of this system, a proof-of-concept O-AMPP system consisting of an Autonomous Working Vehicle (AWV) featuring the Guardian® XM robotic system, and an Autonomous Delivery Vehicle (ADV), was used to optimize the flow of photovoltaic modules from delivery to installation. Sarcos collaborated with several leading companies involved in the renewable energy industry to complete this testing, including: Mortenson provided critical subject matter expertise and a validation site. JLG Industries supplied the mobile elevating work platform used for the AWV, onto…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.39
March 06, 2023
…it field-tested the second-generation Honda AWV at a large-scale solar construction site in the Southwest U.S. Based on real-world testing, it is now introducing the third-generation Honda AWV, which features a number of enhancements. What’s new in the third-generation vehicle Key features of the third-generation Honda AWV include: Honda Autonomous Work Vehicle Third-Generation Specifications Vehicle dimensions: W: 51 in. x L: 11 in. x H: 81 in. (130 x 303 x 205 cm) Bed size 101 x 51 in. (256 x 130 cm) Unladen vehicle weight 1,765 lb. (800 kg) Maximum loading capacity 2,000 lb. (907 kg) Speed Autonomous driving:…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.23
February 20, 2023
…They also discussed ways to electrify transportation, provide renewable solar electricity, and establish a carbon-offset market. Nauticus said it has been investing in a range of cutting-edge technologies to help with ocean decarbonization. The company claimed that its technology generates 90% less carbon than the nearest competitor. It said its team is committed to making the Nauticus Fleet fully carbon-neutral in the coming years. “Speaking at the UN was a surreal moment, like ringing the bell at Nasdaq,” recalled Radford. “The ocean economy isn't at the top of mind for a lot of people, but most of the world's population…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.10
January 03, 2023
…Sarcos Robotics is developing robots to pick and place solar panels in renewable energy installations. Telexistence deployed beverage-restocking robots across 300 Family Mart convenience stores in Japan. Cobot leader Universal Robotics is using Isaac Sim for workforce development to train end operators from the cloud. NVIDIA also touted six companies that have used its Jetson edge AI platform, including Agrist for its bell pepper-harvesting robot, John Deere for its autonomous tractor, Skydio for its Scout drone, Neubility for its delivery robot, and Seoul Robotics for its self-driving car “control tower.” These companies have also received recognition with CES 2023 Innovation…
