Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.53
May 10, 2021
…challenges remain, including local regulations, the need for the perception and decision-making technology to mature for dynamic environments, and infrequent but serious safety incidents such as a fatal Tesla accident last month. In addition, automakers are concerned about the cost of sensors, artificial intelligence software, and other components before autonomous vehicles can be deployed at scale. The race to driverless vehicles continues to be very competitive, with billions of dollars in investments and consolidation. Shenzhen-based AutoX replied to the following questions from Robotics 24/7 about its RoboTaxi deployment: RoboTaxi finds rapid acceptance What was the biggest lesson from the first…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.49
March 22, 2023
…for safe deliveries, Seegrid added. With new advances in perception technology, Palion Lift can work directly with Palion Tow Tractor to load and unload carts, which was previously a time-consuming and labor-intensive workflow. Seegrid said the interoperability of its AMRs will enable customers to optimize their existing workforce and improve operational efficiencies. Seegrid shows off robots, software at ProMat 2023 Seegrid asserted that the world’s largest manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics companies rely on it to automate material flow in highly complex environments. From project design through deployment, change management, user training, and data-driven consultation, the company said its robots and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.48
January 04, 2022
…TuSimple said its ADC is the central compute unit of an autonomous semi-truck, processing hundreds of TOPS, including mission-critical perception, planning, and actuation functions. The startup said it plans to expedite the development of an automotive-grade and scalable ADC that will be integrated into future autonomous truck production. “This strategic vertical integration will give TuSimple more control over the ADC's capabilities and accelerate its development timeline,” it said. TuSimple will own usage rights to the ADC reference design, including certain limited “first-use” provisions. The company said it plans to work with third-party manufacturers for the production of the ADC.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.45
July 06, 2022
…for Mobile Robots Piece Picking Gets Faster With Robotic Perception Machine Tending and Welding With Robots More information about the sessions can be found at the event site. Unlike other robotics event, the first Robot Applications Conference will focus on robotics applications rather than individual technologies or market verticals. Speakers interested in participating in Robotics 24/7’s event can submit applications here. Please note that we are looking to speak to end users, analysts, and systems integrators. An attendee registration form will be up soon. Companies can learn more about sponsorship opportunities by contacting Tom Cooney at [email protected]. About Peerless Media…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.40
January 21, 2022
…picking systems using proprietary soft robotic grippers, 3D machine perception, and artificial intelligence. The Bedford, Mass.-based company said its products enable machine builders to solve the hardest picking problems in food automation. Soft Robotics raised $10 million in a Series B extension last year. Soft Robotics designs mGripAI for food industry Soft Robotics said mGripAI enables industrial robots to tackle the complex processing tasks traditionally performed with manual labor. Its combination of 3D vision, AI, and IP69K-rated grippers provides robots with the hand-eye coordination of human workers, claimed the company. Soft Robotics listed the following potential benefits of mGripAI: Reduced…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.40
June 21, 2022
…developers and integrators are getting more options for 3D perception. Orbbec today announced that it has begun shipping its Femto line of time-of-flight cameras, which can capture the exact position and shape of static or moving objects and scenes with high accuracy. “Time-of-flight [ToF] technology has become one of the hottest and most exciting fields in 3D imaging,” noted David Chen, co-founder and chief technology officer of Orbbec. “ToF-based 3D cameras can measure shapes, movement, and position of static or moving objects with pinpoint accuracy. Our new Femto line gives users a range of state-of-the-art solutions and can do so…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.39
May 19, 2021
…robot positioning and navigation, motion control, multi-machine scheduling, and perception and obstacle avoidance. The autonomous mobile robot (AMR) provider said it has also worked on components, intelligent interaction, and simulation for testing. “Unlike many technology companies that 'hold a hammer to find nails,' Pudu's product capabilities are second to none in the industry,” claimed the company. Its product line includes the PuduBot and BellaBot delivery robots, the HolaBot for collecting items such as used dishes in bins, and the Puductor and Puductor 2 disinfection robots. “Since the outbreak of the novel coronavirus epidemic, 'contactless delivery' has become an urgent need…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.34
October 04, 2017
…in the workplace. National Manufacturing Day is increasing positive perceptions of manufacturing with students. According to a survey of 1,400 Manufacturing Day 2016 participants from across the country, sponsored by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte: ● 90% thought the Manufacturing Day activities were interesting and engaging ● 84% said that they were now more aware of manufacturing jobs in their communities ● 81% thought manufacturing provides careers that are interesting and rewarding ● 62% were more motivated to pursue a career in manufacturing For more information on Oakland County Manufacturing Day, visit OakGov.com/MFGDay. Other websites include ManufactureMyFuture.com, MfgDay.com and MITradeSchool.org.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.33
October 23, 2021
…told Robotics 24/7. “Then they worked on racing strategies, perception, and passing algorithms. Nobody should be competing on how to get a camera to work or worrying if drive by wire is flaky. All the cars can do a yellow-flag lap without human intervention.” “The teams can figure out their kinematics models and decisioning based on perception,” Speed said. “I'd be remiss if I didn't say we did a lot of work with ADLINK commercial products as well. We've built the world's most powerful ROS 2 controller.” Open-source community supports IAC ADLINK has also partnered with The Autoware Foundation, the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.30
September 21, 2022
…company. The new models incorporate safety scanners for 360-degree perception, enabling them to operate seamlessly in shared spaces, according to Kivnon. The fork sensors also assess whether a pallet has been loaded or unloaded correctly, it said, keeping the transported goods safe. In addition, Kivnon said the K55 has an online battery-charging system that can function 24/7 with opportunity charges. This provides the robustness to ensure continuity of production and to adapt to specific application needs, it said. Kivnon to demo pallet stacker at Spanish event The Logistics & Automation event runs from Oct. 26 to 27, 2022, at IFEMA.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.28
August 19, 2022
…chips that are used in autonomous vehicles for visual perception. Recogni said its Vision Cognition Module (VCM) system enables object detection accuracy up to 1,000 m (3,280 ft.) in real time. The onboard chip can also analyze and process multiple streams of data from the autonomous vehicle's high resolution cameras at high frame rates. The company said the Peto-op class system is able to be powered using only 25W of power. It added it was able to do this by “use of novel logarithmic computation that significantly reduces the compute power consumption, highly optimized acceleration engine particularly for 3×3 convolutions,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.28
August 20, 2021
…matters most, enabling faster, more accurate, and more reliable perception,” claimed AEye. It added that iDAR is the only software-configurable lidar with integrated deterministic artificial intelligence, delivering industry-leading performance. The system has been independently verified to have significant range, resolution, and speed performance advantages, according to the company. AEye said its technology, as well as its “capital-light business model designed to leverage the industry’s existing value chain to deliver high-margins,” position it for success. The company said it has marquee customers and partnerships that should enable global automotive-grade production at scale. In addition, AEye said its sensor can serve multiple…
