Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.93
…applications. Newsight at Hannover Messe The Ness Ziona, HaMerkaz, Israel-based company will showcase the technology at Hannover Messe at Hall 17, booth no. B52. The industrial technology trade show will take place from April 17 to April 20. Newsight was selected to showcase its technology by the German Israeli Network of Startup and Mittelstand (GINSUM). GINSUM is funded by the German government and aims to match Israeli startups with companies and business stakeholders in Germany. Newsight Imaging develops advanced complementary metal-oxide semiconductor image sensor chips for 3D machine vision and spectral analysis. Newsight caters to multiple technology sectors Newsight’s depth…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.76
…technologies such as AI and drones, as demonstrated in Israel's “Iron Dome” air-defense system intercepting six drones during the current hostilities with Hamas. The global market for military robotics will grow from $11.92 billion in 2019 to $52.16 billion in 2027, predicted Emergen Research. Other industry analysts estimated the market at $21.4 billion in 2019 and forecast a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.82% between 2020 and 2027. As with any tool or weapon, the responsibility remains with the people, groups, and governments that choose to wield them. Here are 10 recent developments in ground robots for military use.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.45
…handle higher payloads and fly for longer, the HaZafon, Israel-based company said. Hydrogen vs. lithium-ion HevenDrones said its hydrogen-powered systems address some of the problems associated with drones that use traditional lithium-ion batteries. They have a lower environmental impact and can carry heavy items for longer, it claimed. “We are delighted to bring hydrogen-powered drones to the global market, and we are excited to see the expanding range of use cases across numerous industries,” said Bentzion Levinson, founder and CEO of HevenDrones, in a statement. “Not only do actionable drones add immense value to key areas of our economy and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.41
…is the service robots’ brand under the Segway-Ninebot group. Israel, Ra'anana-based DriveU.auto makes software designed for the teleoperation of robots and autonomous vehicles. “We see delivery robots as a massive growth opportunity for Segway Robotics,” said Tony Ho, vice president of Segway Robotics. “We are happy to join forces with DriveU.auto, creating a compelling joint offering of the market’s ‘best of breed’ robotic platform and remote operations in a single fully integrated package, to enable rapid deployment by last mile delivery companies around the globe.” DriveU.auto CEO Alon Podhurst said partnering with Segway “is an important milestone” for the company.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.37
…management for various types of missions. The Tel Aviv, Israel-based company uses a cloud-based network and decentralized swarm technology to share flight information and enable operational coordination in real time. Airwayz added that its system offers several AI-based features such as multiple autonomous flight modes, advanced mission planning, remote control, and hive mode to help organizations maximize the operational potential of drones. The partners noted that drones are a good way to bring access to necessities, especially during emergencies. “From inspection applications within airports, seaports, and train ports to surveillance for security and mapping for destination development, there are many…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.13
…technologies for more than 10 years. The Petach Tikva, Israel-based company said it has worked with companies such as Amazon, Mitsubishi, and Siemens on mapping, navigation, and autonomous decision making. Cogniteam now packages its mission-management system as the cloud-based Nimbus. Cogniteam aims to ease robot development NVIDIA Corp. made its Jetson AGX Orin 32GB production modules available last month. However, some industrial users had concerns about the ease of deployment, according to Cogniteam. As a preferred member of the NVIDIA Partner Network, Cogniteam had early access to NVIDIA's Jetson AGX Orin developer kit, which allowed it to prepare a streamlined…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.80
…offer developers a “seamless drag-and-drop experience.” The Petach Tikva, Israel-based company said this will allow for rapid integration of spatial awareness tools, obstacle identification, navigation systems, cameras, lidar sensors, and more. For over a decade, Cogniteam has provided software to help companies solve complex problems with their hardware. Now, as hardware engineers develop the physical aspects of the robots, they can upload the blueprints into Nimbus and allow software teams to program the robot in a simulated environment. “By allowing hardware and software teams to work in tandem, instead of having one team wait for the other, teams can cut…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.67
…development centers in the US, UK, Austria, France, and Israel. And George Mason University this year said it would let students have some food and drinks be delivered via drones on the ground. Still, there is a long way to go before consumer delivery via drone is a widespread reality in the United States. As the Wall Street Journal notes, it probably won’t be until 2020 or 2021 that the FAA implements broader rules for drones that would set out the lay of the land for delivering packages. There are a number of potential issues that still need to be…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.59
…Founded in 2001, ReWalk has headquarters in the U.S., Israel and Germany. BARMER is a health insurance provider out of Barmen, Germany. What was in the precedent ruling In the precedent ruling, the court determined that an exoskeleton device directly compensates for the loss of abilities for the spinal cord injured individual, such as the ability to stand, walk, and ascend or descend stairs and curbs. The definition of direct disability compensation applies to medical aids which replace failed and impaired bodily functions to the extent that the person using them is on par with people without disabilities. In this…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.52
…AI solutions AAEON to develop robotic hardware. Petach Tikva, Israel-based Cogniteam describes Nimbus as a “one stop shop” for robot management. The software allows robots to be developed, configured, deployed, and operated, according to the company's website. This means companies can quickly develop and deploy advanced GPS, light, and other sensors using field-tested software solutions, the companies said. Helping companies deploy faster AAEON said it partnered with Cogniteam to develop hardware systems that come with various foundational capabilities- all of which are pre-integrated with Nimbus. Without this key advantage, operators lack cloud-connected capabilities, which allow for over-the-air updates, monitoring, insights,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.43
…continues to grow Drones are fast becoming important tools in inspections, research and construction. Companies such as Tel Aviv, Israel-based SiteWare LTD. are taking advantage of them as it builds out 3D models of construction projects. In December, InfiniDome Ltd., Honeywell Aerospace, and Easy Aerial Inc. announced the Robust Navigation System for drones, which integrates GPS anti-jamming technology, a radar velocity system, and an inertial navigation system. The global drone inspection and monitoring market generated $6.44 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach $35.11 billion by 2030, according to Allied Market Research.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.41
…clients at a competitive cost advantage.” The Tel Aviv, Israel-based logistics company specializes in micro-fulfillment and automated technologies. It was founded in 2015 and said its partner brands have “seen a more than 62% reduction in labor cost, an over 71% improvement in storage density, upwards of 99% inventory accuracy, and a threefold increase in throughput compared to manual fulfillment.” The company is backed by Corner Ventures, Innovation Endeavors, Aleph, Playground Ventures, Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments), Evolv (Kraft Heinz), Temasek, and Princeville Capital. It has offices in New York and employees throughout the U.S. Brands must invest…