Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.98
September 10, 2021
…dedicated to research and development—and offices in the U.S., China, and Denmark. Oqton said its MOS platform can deliver increased productivity and provide scalable, sustainable, and efficient manufacturing for any size of company. Oqton MOS to facilitate workflows Spending in smart manufacturing is an estimated $1.5 billion today, with an expected expansion to $6 billion by 2025, said 3D Systems. Oqton claimed that its MOS uses the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), AI, and machine learning to help customers automate their digital manufacturing workflows, scale their operations, and enhance their competitive positions. “Our agnostic, cloud-based Manufacturing Operating System automates the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.47
September 07, 2021
…DHLBot development DHL Express said it partnered with Shenzhen, China-based Dorabot to implement the DHLBot after a successful pilot provided “a significant boost” in parcel sortation productivity and service quality. This is especially critical given the consistent growth in shipment volume witnessed across the Asia-Pacific region. In 2020, DHL Express recorded a 17.3% year-on-year increase in shipment volume during the peak months of November and December. Capable of sorting over 1,000 small parcels per hour with 99% accuracy, the DHLBot reduces the probability of mis-sorting and thus removes the need for secondary sorting, said the company. Barcode and 3D cameras…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.45
September 01, 2021
…engineering centers and manufacturing facilities in Germany, Canada, France, China, and the U.S. It said its sales, support, and distribution network spans six continents. Gulf Testing Solutions offers drone services now Gulf Testing Solutions said it has three core business verticals to meet a range of client needs. They include multi-disciplinary laboratory services; surveying services; and survey equipment, rental, and calibration services. The company said its technical staff and equipment reflect its commitment to quality, cost-effectiveness, and safety compliance. GTS added that its team is dedicated to solving the most difficult engineering challenges for public and private companies, construction contractors,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.79
September 01, 2021
…ranking 338th, up 84 places compared to 2020. Xiaomi is a constituent of the Hang Seng Index, Hang Seng China Enterprises Index, Hang Seng TECH Index and Hang Seng China 50 Index.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.76
August 30, 2021
…positions could go unfilled by 2030, according to Delotte.” “China has more robots than the next four countries combined,” Kerr told Robotics 24/7. “But why haven't more facilities automated? It's because of time, CAPEX [capital expenditures], lack of expertise, and production uncertainty. It's hard to justify robots if you don't know exactly what you'll be doing for the next few years. Companies prefer predictable OPEX [operating expenses] to the risk of unforeseen expenses. They don't have enough money or time to install new systems.” “Also, the automation industry is misaligned,” he said. “Integrators are incentivized to sell equipment that's marked…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.60
August 27, 2021
…test 20 robotaxis with human safety drivers in Shenzhen, China. It said it has driven more than 1 million miles on urban roads. In addition, DeepRoute is partnering with Cao Cao Mobility to deploy “a couple hundred” robotaxis during the 2022 Asian Games. The partners tested five vehicles in Hangzhou, China, last year. The company has offices in Shenzhen and Fremont, Calif. Alibaba's 19.68% stake in DeepRoute reportedly brings the company's valuation to more than 64 billion yuan ($1 billion U.S.). Alibaba is also working with AutoX, XPeng, and Cainiao on autonomous cars and trucks. The global market for robotaxis…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.01
August 23, 2021
…robotic taxicabs are capable of handling rush-hour conditions in China's “urban villages.” The Shenzhen, China-based company claimed that its robotaxis are capable of autonomously handling a variety of traffic challenges in dense neighborhoods. Founded in 2016 by Dr. Jianxiong Xiao, AutoX has deployed more than 100 RoboTaxis in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and other cities in China. The startup said it is the only company operating SAE Level 4 service on public roads without safety drivers. The company is backed by Alibaba and has partnered with automakers including Honda. In addition, AutoX said it is the second company to obtain permission from…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.50
August 14, 2021
…operating in five cities, including Suzhou, Shenzhen, and Wuhan, China. Qcraft is developing autonomy for a range of vehicles. Qcraft to deploy 'Dragon Boat' vehicles QCraft obtained permission to conduct public road tests in California four months after its founding in 2019. Since then, the company said it has entered a rapid growth phase. Qcraft has offices in Silicon Valley and in China. Yunfeng Capital led the funding round, with participation from Genesis Capital, Longzhu Capital, and IDG Capital. The startup dubbed its autonomous vehicles the Longzhou, or “Dragon Boat,” series, which will include ride-hailing services, buses, and shuttle buses.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.60
August 03, 2021
…million (U.S.) in Series B equity financing. The Shanghai, China-based company said it plans to use the funding to accelerate the development of its Xuanyuan autonomous driving system and its deployment in electrification. “We will stick to full-stack independent development,” said Julian Ma, founder and CEO of Inceptio Technology.” Our goal is to speed up the mass production of vehicles, closed-loop business operations, and closed-loop data flows, because this is the fastest and most efficient way to achieve L4 autonomous trucks. We look forward to building Inceptio's nationwide autonomous freight service network and transforming 'sweat logistics' into 'smart logistics' in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.01
August 03, 2021
…(V2X) smart city deployment in Korea Use by Puxiang BioEnergy to optimize recycling processes and reduce environmental impacts in China In June, Quanergy agreed to merge with CITIC Capital Acquisition Corp., and it plans to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.27
July 30, 2021
…units, and more than 1 million tractors.” What about China? “It's a bit complicated, because it's a huge market, but most leading companies are owned by the government,” Emelyanov said. “It's a good idea to scale our business and implement our business models in similar markets with less risk.” From June to October 2020, more than 350 New Holland, John Deere, and Claas combines equipped with Cognitive Pilot's system autonomously farmed over 160,000 hectares [395,000 acres or 2,000 sq. km] of fields and harvested more than 720,000 tons of crops, said the company. “It's over 1 million km [621,000 mi.],…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.31
July 20, 2021
…and leverage ABB’s market access globally and particularly in China.” ASTI’s AMR portfolio includes autonomous towing vehicles, goods-to-person systems, unit carriers, and box movers, as well as software offerings, ranging from vehicle navigation and control, order and fleet management, and cloud-based traceability systems. ABB said these technologies will be integrated with its own portfolio of robots, machine automation, modular systems, and software suite including the RobotStudio simulation and programming tool. ASTI’s headquarters in Burgos, Spain, will become ABB’s AMR business headquarters, led by Pascual Boé, with core functions, including research and development, engineering, and product and project value chain, continuing…
