Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.93
November 22, 2024
…robotics and automation industries. We call on the U.S. government to partner with the robotics and automation industry to share how these technologies are used to bring back jobs to the U.S. and to increase worker productivity and safety. We also need the government to boost workforce training, robotics education and career inspiration. Robotics and other forms of automation will ultimately enable countries to be more competitive economically and in national security and hire more people in specialized capacities. We urge you to recognize the benefits automation brings to the U.S. workforce, manufacturing and overall prosperity. We look forward to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.83
November 30, 2022
…as key to economic competitiveness and well-being. The Canadian government today announced an investment of CAD 30 million ($22.2 million U.S.) in Sanctuary Cognitive Systems Corp., an AI and robotics company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. The investment, which is being made through Canada's Strategic Innovation Fund, will support a CAD 120.8 million ($89.6 million U.S.) project “to develop the world's first functioning human-like intelligence in general-purpose robots,” stated François-Philippe Champagne, minister of innovation, science, and industry. “As a leading digital nation, Canada is taking ambitious steps to harness the potential of artificial intelligence,” he added. “By investing in companies…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.10
July 31, 2023
Last week, the Seoul Metropolitan Government, or SMG, announced its intention to be a “robot-friendly city.” It said it plans to establish a technology investment fund, introduce robotic services in healthcare facilities, and build the Suseo Robotics Cluster startup and venture hub. SMG said in a release that it plans to invest ₩202.9 billion (about $160 million U.S.) through 2026 in becoming a leader in the robot services industry. It said the Seoul Comprehensive Robotics Industry Development plan is partly intended to respond to the challenge of an aging population. South Korea has one of the world's lowest birth rates,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.02
January 11, 2022
…last week announced that the Technology Fund, a Swiss Government program supporting cleantech ventures, awarded it a financial guarantee. The Zurich-based company said it plans to use the funding to meet growing demand for its inventory-tracking system. “The Technology Fund’s support is important validation that the Verity system does even more than improve employees’ lives and add commercial value,” stated Raffaello D’Andrea, founder and CEO of Verity. “By eliminating errors and supply chain inefficiencies, it also delivers a substantial positive impact to the environment. Reducing waste is critical and urgent, and we are proud to support that effort.” Founded in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.01
February 19, 2020
…of technologies to support the mission of the U.S. government agencies. Markforged 3D printers are used in manufacturing everything from automobiles to aircraft engines. The company offers metal printers with the entire range of metals—from high-conductivity copper to industrial tool steel to superalloys like Inconel—all in a safe, fast and easy-to-use platform. Its industrial composite platform can print in continuous carbon fiber, Kevlar and more, creating functional parts. Markforged has a strong history of technology involvement in the government and defense sectors, as branches of the U.S. military have hundreds of machines in operation today. The company implemented a forward-deployed…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.91
January 04, 2024
…the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. FedRAMP is a government-wide program that provides a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services. This ATO means that Knightscope will eventually be listed on the FedRAMP Marketplace as an approved provider for federal agencies as a next step and can also begin its deployment processes to perform on the contract awarded by the VA for its first K5 ASR. Knightscope's three-year effort pays off “We believe going through this intense and rigorous process has improved our security posture, which also will positively impact commercial and civilian…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.90
August 29, 2023
…smoking 15 cigarettes per day. As healthcare providers and governments seek remedies, Intuition Robotics has developed the ElliQ companion, which uses artficial intelligence to engage with older adults. The company today announced that it has secured $25 million in the first closing of its latest funding round. “We’ve seen the direct impact that loneliness has had on our aging community, but we’ve also seen the positive results our AI and technology have on the older adult population,” stated Dor Skuler, co-founder and CEO of Intuition Robotics. “Beyond the groundbreaking results in reducing loneliness—ElliQ is also seeing an impact on health,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.77
July 21, 2021
…Ride. “Their expertise includes urban policy, city and regional government, automotive, public transit, real estate, and more. The team will lend their deep expertise as we collectively drive toward our shared vision of a more equitable, sustainable, and connected future of transportation.” Transport experts on board Optimus Ride said its board includes the following members: Gabe Klein, founder and partner, CityFi. As chair of the advisory board, Klein will provide guidance based on his expertise in advising governments and companies worldwide on innovation in cities. Carla Bailo, president and CEO, Center for Automotive Research (CAR). Bailo is a leader in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.72
April 04, 2022
…group is working for advocacy, awareness, and impact across governments and global organizations and all working for a gender-equal future. G100 is an action and think tank with a global, cross-cultural, intersectional, and intentional perspective toward peace and prosperity for all. The overall vision is to create an equal, progressive, and inclusive environment for women worldwide and to achieve gender equality in this decade of delivery of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Tech industry has room for improvement Some numbers about women in tech from Kasee Bailey during Women's History Month in March: Only 24% of computing jobs are…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.97
January 10, 2019
…financial world.This is a clear trend in Asia where governments, which previously invested in technology development and 3D printing machine manufacturing, are looking instead at methodologies to stimulate 3D printing consultancy and co-creation. The objective is to widen the pool of industries using 3D printing, and thereby create a market and demand for products rather than supply for a non-existing market. 2. A rise in polymer materials for 3D printing It’s the plastic materials for 3D printing that have been preparing for substantial growth in 2019. Major material manufacturers are playing a big role in this movement. The rise of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.63
November 03, 2017
…from companies making and using drones, will allow local governments to apply to the Federal Aviation Administration for waivers allowing them to conduct tests of deliveries, drone air-traffic systems, long-range flights and other uses generally prohibited under current rules, Kratsios said. “These partnerships will allow local communities to experiment with new technologies like package deliveries”Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao The move is the latest attempt to jump-start an industry in which technology has moved at a rapid clip - only to be held back by regulatory and safety concerns. The government adopted rules allowing routine commercial flights last year, but with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.27
January 24, 2024
…thank the Department of Defense and, in particular, our government program manager Dr. Greg Hudas for working diligently to secure our continued agreement,” said Ira Moskowitz, ARM Institute CEO. Carnegie Mellon meets DoD need for robotics Manufacturing Innovation Institute The ARM Institute is a DoD Manufacturing Innovation Institute and a member of the Manufacturing USA Network. Providing resouces for U.S. manufacturers that utilize advanced robotics and AI, the Institute connects more than 400 member organizations across industry, government, and academia. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, ARM Institute was created in 2017 when Carnegie Mellon University won an award from the Department…
