Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.68
January 04, 2021
…from across the automotive ecosystem. Included are Tommy Cvetanovski, General Motors; Siddha Ganju, NVIDIA; and Maciej Ksiazek, Aptiv. Image courtesy of CES/Aurora Labs. Aurora Labs’ Auto Validate solution gives the automotive manufacturers the transparency to validate what software changes have been made, how they affect other components in the complex software system and to reduce software failures. According to auto manufacturers, there are several market trends driving the need for automotive manufacturers to have a ‘glass-bottom boat view’ into automotive software. One major market event is the recent UNECE ratification of WP.29. According to the UNECE WP.29 position paper, evidence…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.35
April 15, 2021
…getting to full autonomy. Waymo raised $3 billion, Xpeng Motors had an initial public offering (IPO) of $1.5 billion, and Amazon.com acquired Zoox for $1.2 billion in 2020. In January 2021, Cruise and parent company General Motors announced that they will work with Microsoft's Azure cloud computing platform as they develop and commercialize self-driving vehicles. Microsoft joined GM, Honda, and other investors in investing $2 billion in Cruise. Last month, Cruise acquired Voyage, which has been working on technology to provide autonomous mobility in senior citizen communities. Autonomous vehicle companies accounted for more than $3.3 billion in transactions in the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.76
May 02, 2024
…be for piece-picking, kitting, induction, sorting, packing, screwing, bolting, general assembly and more, according to the company. “We are transforming robots from mere programmable machines into perceptive human-like entities,” said Gokul NA, founder – design, product & brand at CynLr. “Imagine a world with simple dexterous visual robots like Cyro deployed at manufacturing lines. Manufacturers will have unparalleled flexibility and will be able to make products as per market demand.” Unlike traditional robots that require extensive training, hardware customization specific to each task with a highly-controlled environment, CynLr says CyRo requires no hardware integration or environmental customization. CyRo possesses a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.71
October 30, 2023
…SIP Global Partners, Porsche Automobil Holding SE, Denso Global, General Motors Ventures, Maniv Mobility LP, and Xerox Ventures. New investors included Honda Motor and Cubit Capital, among others. “Seurat has an innovative concept and technologies for metal additive manufacturing, and Honda has high expectations for their future potential,” said Manabu Ozawa, managing executive officer of Honda Motor Co. “The metal additive manufacturing technology will enable the enhancement of the value of products through innovative design, and as Honda strives to create the joy and freedom of mobility, we envision that this technology will be necessary for us.” “Honda will continue…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.30
January 21, 2022
…FANUC’s largest serial-link robot to date,” said Eric Potter, general manager of FANUC America’s General Industries and Automotive Segment. “Customers that process very heavy parts need more versatility in the workspace, and this robot is a great solution for a variety of applications such as drilling and handling large automotive components, processing and handling battery packs for electric vehicles, fabrication and handling of construction materials, and much more.” Rochester Hills, Mich.-based FANUC America is a subsidiary of Japan-based FANUC Corp. The company provides CNC systems, robotics, and ROBOMACHINE factory automation. FANUC claimed that its innovative technologies and proven expertise can…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.89
October 04, 2022
…Systems at Scale.” Kevin Blankespoor, senior vice president and general manager of warehouse robotics at Boston Dynamics, 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…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.06
August 17, 2022
…our warehousing, parcel, and airport customers,” stated Daan Stikkel, general manager for autonomous vehicles (AVs) at Vanderlande. “With this collaboration, we are confident that by combining our expertise and solutions we can jointly deliver and continuously develop better AV solutions.” Veghel, Netherlands-based Vanderlande said its extensive portfolio of integrated systems, software, and life-cycle services supports fast, reliable, and efficient supply chain automation. Toyota Industries Corp. acquired the company, whose U.S. headquarters are in Marietta, Ga., for $1.2 billion in 2017. Vanderlande recently joined RightHand Robotics Inc.'s integrator network. Kollmorgen and Vanderlande take joint approach to AGVs At Automate 2022, Kollmorgen…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.76
August 16, 2021
…developed propulsion systems, including batteries, power controllers, and electric motors, for small and general aviation class of aircraft for NASA and Siemens, among others. The company said it was the first to fly an electric two-seater in 2007, and it has designed nine experimental and serially produced electric aircraft. Pipistrel won the NASA Green Flight Challenge in 2011 with a four-seat electric airplane. It participates in standards committees for hybrid-electric aviation. Research and development division Pipistrel Vertical Solutions is developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi, as well as a hydrogen fuel cell-powered 19-seat miniliner/microfeeder. Honeywell brings SATCOM…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.66
February 08, 2022
…serving a variety of markets. It offers precision encoders, motors, and customized mechatronic systems. The Bedford, Mass.-based company said it will collaborate with MassRobotics, as well as with other organizations, companies, and research institutions, to develop new applications, especially in medical robotics. “We’re excited to be part of the Boston area’s robotics community, one that is leading the next wave of technology,” said Kalpana Singh, president and general manager of Celera Motion. “Together, we are simultaneously fostering and benefiting from our area’s incredibly innovative culture. The future is very bright for our industry, and we can’t wait to see what…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.58
March 01, 2024
…in electric vehicle (EV) charging. Automotive manufacturers including Ford, General Motors, and BMW have committed to transitioning to the NACS by 2025. Scythe said an industry-wide move toward standardized charging infrastructure will streamline user experiences by providing reliable and simple charging solutions. “With the US moving towards the adoption of NACS across the board, it's clear that this standardized charging solution will be the optimal and most convenient method for charging any EV or machine - including M.52 - for the foreseeable future,” said Davis Foster, Co-founder and chief engineer of Scythe. Existing Scythe M.52 mowers to be forward compatible…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.22
February 06, 2023
…excited to exhibit robots from our partners like OTTO Motors and other industry leaders.” “This is a space for the robotics community at large to learn and advance the state of the art in robot operations,” he added. “It’s also a place for everyone else—from kids to older adults—to experience how robots can help with everyday chores.” InOrbit addresses RobOps needs “Amazon is adding about a thousand robots a day,” according to Cathie Wood, chief investment officer and CEO of Ark Invest, as reported by CNBC. “If you compare the number of robots Amazon has to the number of employees,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.13
November 08, 2021
…$55 million in Series B funding in May, and General Motors recently joined its investors. Last month, Ambarella announced that Oculii and Ambarella had signed a definitive merger agreement, pursuant to which Ambarella would acquire all outstanding capital stock of Oculii for $307.5 million. On Nov. 5, 2021, pursuant to the terms of the merger agreement, Ohio Merger Sub Inc. merged with and into Oculii, and all outstanding capital stock of Oculii was cancelled and converted into the right to receive cash. As a result of the merger’s completion, Oculii has become a wholly owned subsidiary of Ambarella. Steven Hong,…
