Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.19
December 19, 2022
…drivers. As Uber Freight continues to deepen its work with leaders across the board, from Driver-as-a-Service technology providers like Aurora and Waymo to OEMs and Transportation-as-a-Service providers like V.A.S., Uber Freight emerges as the network of choice to make the commercialization of autonomous transportation a reality.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.17
April 27, 2021
…rival Uber Inc. sold its Advanced Technologies Group to Aurora Innovation Inc. for $4 billion in equity in December 2020. Recent partnership examples include AutoX and Honda China collaborating on testing in China, Aurora and Volvo partnering on autonomous trucks, and Siemens Digital Industries Software working with the MaRS Discovery District in Toronto. Race to autonomous driving is a marathon, not a sprint Toyota has said that it plans to offer next-generation mobility services rather than fully autonomous vehicles. Both Woven Planet and Lyft acknowledged that the quest for SAE Level 5 autonomy will still take time, money, and effort.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.99
March 13, 2024
…can develop and deploy deep learning applications featuring Zebra Aurora Design Assistant software running on an XV6 vision controller. Second, it showcased how the Zebra AltiZ laser profiler captures 3D images used as input to Peak’ String Reader tool for real-time OCR. The combination can eliminate deep learning training and save time, according to Peak and Zebra. “Our collaboration with Zebra Technologies during MODEX 2024 is an exciting opportunity to highlight how Peak Technologies and Zebra’s machine vision products work together to transform manufacturing operations,” said Dave Sexton, general manager of machine vision at Peak Technologies. “When using Peak machine…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.64
November 09, 2021
…$420 million in February. Other significant transactions involving autonomous trucks this year include TuSimple's $1 billion IPO in April, Aurora Innovation's $1 billion SPAC deal in July, Embark Trucks' $614 million SPAC purchase in June, and Inceptio Technology's $270 million Series B round in August. Plus has other technology relationships with venture studio Good Machine and Teledyne FLIR, among other U.S.-based companies. It also announced an expansion in Europe last month.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.95
August 02, 2022
…employees. It has worked with numerous automation providers, including Aurora Innovation, Elroy Air, Dorabot, and Neolix. Berkshire Grey, FedEx continue collaboration FedEx Ground and Berkshire Grey are already working together to deploy Berkshire Grey’s Robotic Product Sortation and Identification (RPSi) systems to sort small packages that arrive daily and require distribution. In addition to recent installations at eight sortation facilities, including Queens, N.Y.; Las Vegas; and Columbus, Ohio, FedEx Ground plans to place RPSi systems at additional facilities in its network over the next 12 months. The two companies said the new product-development agreement is an expansion of this collaboration.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.91
December 16, 2021
…and its Kärcher North America unit is headquartered in Aurora, Colo. Using Brain Corp’s proprietary operating system, KIRA CV 60/1 is designed to safely vacuum in large buildings such as hotels, schools, airports, offices, and convention centers and more. In addition to BrainOS, the robot includes the following features for navigation and cleaning: Lithium-ion battery for increased runtime and faster charging speed Advanced cameras and sensors that constantly scan and adapt to the environment Cloud-connected AI software that continually improves navigational performance Reporting tools that provide managers with key insights into operational performance metrics HEPA-rated vacuum bag for optimal health…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.89
November 24, 2021
…closed $300 million in Series B funding. Inceptio raised $270 million in its Series B in August. In July, Aurora Innovation announced a $1 billion SPAC merger, and in June, Embark Trucks said it expected to raise $614 million in a SPAC deal. Waymo raised $2.4 billion in funding in June as it continues to develop the Waymo Driver for autonomous vehicles ranging from ride-hailing cars to vans and trucks.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.43
April 29, 2022
…for leading autonomous vehicle developers such as Argo AI, Aurora, Locomation, Motional, and Waymo. Last week at the PRN’s “State of Our Autonomous Vehicle Industry” event, the organization released its “Pittsburgh Robotics Cluster Profile,” which focused on the region’s unique position for fostering growth and opportunity in global robotics and autonomy industries. “Regions who are able to build out their technology ecosystems to support this type of integration will be poised to realize major economic growth,” said Reed. “In the process of creating this Robotics Cluster Profile, we've identified over 100 robotics companies and over 40 supporting organizations, making the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.25
October 29, 2021
…by FedEx with DEKA Development Research, landed in Japan. In September, FedEx announced a collaboration with the self-driving startup Aurora Innovation Inc. and heavy-duty vehicle manufacturer PACCAR Inc. to test autonomous trucks in the U.S.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.24
January 17, 2022
…include TuSimple and DHL Supply Chain, Gatik and Walmart, Aurora Innovation and Uber Freight, Embark Trucks and Texas A&M, and Locomation and Wilson Logistics. Mountain View, Calif.-based Waymo Via is also working with UPS. In addition to J.B. Hunt being Waymo's first customer for self-driving trucks, the companies plan to explore innovations in autonomous driving technology and the digital marketplace. J.B. Hunt claimed that its J.B. Hunt 360° platform is an industry leader in digital freight matching and was responsible for processing 1.2 million loads in 2020. Waymo said its technology has autonomously driven over 20 million miles on public…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.16
October 05, 2021
…drone operations becoming the norm and paving the way for advanced air mobility.” FedEx has also recently partnered with Aurora Innovation and PACCAR on testing autonomous trucks, Berkshire Grey for small package processing, and Nuro for delivery robots. It previously partnered with Alphabet's Wing Aviation unit on a drone-delivery pilot in Christiansburg, Va.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.11
September 08, 2023
…Technology Group (ATG), which Uber Technologies Inc. sold to Aurora in 2020. “We could not be more thrilled to unveil our autonomous trucking business to the world,” said Rander. “As global commerce continues to become increasingly interconnected, now more than ever, businesses have a dire need for more reliable and efficient supply chains, especially in the trucking and freight industries.” “Leveraging our advanced AI-powered autonomous driving systems, we will improve supply chains for our customers and optimize transportation routes and energy efficiency,” he said. Source: Business Wire SoftBank backs Stack AV SoftBank Group Corp. said it is supporting Stack AV…
