Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.80
September 14, 2020
…the year to exhibit the ADAS and autonomous driving technology enabled by their clients’ components and solutions. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, many of these events have been called off for the foreseeable future. In response to this, VSI is launching the Automated Drive Series, a set of four cross-country drives through which developers of AV and ADAS technology can promote their solutions. For more information on the Siemens PAVE360 environment, please click here. Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.80
March 31, 2020
…for patients who have or are suspected to have COVID-19. Baptist Health has 11 hospitals and more than 150 urgent care centers and physician offices in the four-county area from Monroe to Palm Beach counties. FIU's College of Communication, Architecture, + The Arts (CARTA) is at the center of the initiative, mobilizing its 3D printing facilities, faculty, staff and students to produce a minimum of 1,000 face shields for Baptist Health. More than 30 3D printers housed in the college's CARTA Innovation Lab in the Miami Beach Urban Studios (MBUS) are printing the protective equipment, as well as additional printers…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.80
October 06, 2022
Supply chain challenges, the COVID-19 pandemic, and competitive market pressures have led several robotics companies to re-examine their finances, even if they are profitable. Supply chain automation provider Berkshire Grey Inc. yesterday announced tht it has entered into a purchase and registration rights agreement for up to $75 million with Lincoln Park Capital Fund LLC. “We are pleased to enter into this agreement with Lincoln Park and expect to use the proceeds, as available, for general corporate purposes, which may include investments and strategic transactions,” said Tom Wagner, CEO of Berkshire Grey. “This transaction provides us with additional financial flexibility…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.80
January 10, 2023
…security officer positions. As people returned to offices after COVID-19, the business began deploying Cobalt robots for security patrols and facility maintenance checks in its office in Charlotte, N.C. It reported a strong return on investment (ROI) within the first several weeks. In one incident, Cobalt read high levels of carbon monoxide in a secured parking structure while pressure washing was occurring. The robot alerted the security operations center (SOC), which in turn alerted the building engineers to remediate the issue. In another incident even before full deployment, a Cobalt robot located a vendor that was not vetted to be…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.80
April 13, 2020
…said. Guha's department is also collaborating with other departments at Penn State University to contribute to the fight against COVID-19. “My colleague Dr. Tim Simpson helped organized Penn State's response initiative, which leverages Penn State University's research enterprise to uncover potential solutions,” Guha explained. Dr. Timothy Simpson was a panelist for a previously produced DE webcast on AM design's pitfalls. For more on what Dr Guha and his colleagues are doing in collaboration, visit MASC@PSU
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.79
April 13, 2020
…said. Guha's department is also collaborating with other departments at Penn State University to contribute to the fight against COVID-19. “My colleague Dr. Tim Simpson helped organized Penn State's response initiative, which leverages Penn State University's research enterprise to uncover potential solutions,” Guha explained. Dr. Timothy Simpson was a panelist for a previously produced DE webcast on AM design's pitfalls. For more on what Dr Guha and his colleagues are doing in collaboration, visit MASC@PSU
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.79
July 10, 2020
…leaders, analysts and educators, the impact made by the COVID-19 pandemic has yet to realign the current third-party logistics (3PL) marketplace. But when it does, shippers may expect far greater reliance on innovative technologies requiring substantial capital investment. “Given the massive coronavirus windfall for omni-channel and e-commerce companies, some might think that 3PLs have a tremendous opportunity,” says Michael Gravier, associate professor of marketing and supply chain management at Bryant University. “Even before this disruption, the world was a volatile place with tariffs and raw material costs fluctuating as quickly in response to Twitter blasts. And it was pushing companies…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.79
November 03, 2022
From the growth of e-commerce during the COVID-19 pandemic to persistent labor shortages, there have been plenty of reasons for supply chains to adopt mobile robots. However, understanding the need to automate and getting a return on one's investment are two different things, noted GreyOrange's CEO. The key is whether robots are adding value as part of a holistic approach, noted Samay Kohli, co-founder and CEO of GreyOrange Inc. The Roswell, Ga.-based company provides automation for warehouses, distribution centers, and fulfillment facilities. Kohli recently spoke with Robotics 24/7 about how robots such as GreyOrange's Certified Ranger Robots (CRN) and software…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.79
February 15, 2022
…the Federal Aviation Administration to sanitize outdoor venues against COVID-19, according to its website. They were used to clean the 2021 Kentucky Derby venue and the PPG Paints Arena. But AERAS said its technology has multiple applications. The company's precision lidar and photogrammetry capabilities allow its drones to scan a bridge safely and thoroughly in less than 30 minutes, said Justin Melanson, co-founder and chief innovation officer at AERAS. “Our drones' precision imaging capabilities can show functional compromises or infrastructure stressors,” said Melanson, who also serves as the chair of PennDOT's Economic Development UAS Task Force. “From a time, efficiency,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.78
April 21, 2021
…35,000 orders and helped reduce human contact during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month, Meituan launched the next generation of its delivery robot, which it said has a range of 80 km (49.7 mi.) on a single charge, cargo capacity of 150 kg (330 lb.), and perception capabilities to more than 150 m (492.1 ft.). The company is also testing drone deliveries. Tencent Holdings has a 17.7% stake in Meituan, which has invested $15 million in PuduTech's restaurant robots. Meituan also participated in last week's Series C round for 3D vision firm Mech-Mind Robotics. Meituan mainly uses human delivery drivers, but…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.78
February 21, 2022
…the fourth quarter of 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The company said a key element of its business strategy is to offer customers opportunities to trial its products, helping it to establish a market share. “Part of my philosophy is that we need to continuously evolve,” said Yap. “Nobody had paid much attention to robotics, but our clients began demanding automation because of the need for contactless access. They had to hire additional people to take temperature readings at entrances, which created a lot of issues and cost a lot of money.” “We were already doing bar-code and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.78
December 17, 2021
…infographic below outlines the top consumer shopping trends after COVID-19: The “2021 State of the U.S. eCommerce Consumer Survey” captures insights on shopping habits. Click here for the full infographic. Source: CGS The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates that holiday retail sales will increase between 8.5% and 10.5% this year. The NRF reports that online and non-store sales continue to experience significant gains, growing 11% to 15% in a market of about $218.3 billion to $226.2 billion. This growth is predicted to occur during the continued pandemic, supply chain constraints, inflation, and other market factors. Retail distribution efficiencies are critical…
