Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.68
December 07, 2021
…Aerospace, and Easy Aerial Inc. yesterday announced the Robust Navigation System, which integrates GPS anti-jamming technology, a radar velocity system, and an inertial navigation system. The companies claimed that the technology is the first resilient system allowing drones to not only safely operate, but also successfully complete their missions, even in GPS-challenged or fully denied environments. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), from a 20-lb. Class 1 multicopter to a 150-lb. Class 3 fixed-wing drone, rely almost entirely on the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) for the most basic navigation functionality, particularly for beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) and autonomous operations. Due to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.73
December 06, 2021
…said its autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) use proprietary contextual navigation software that enables them to navigate both indoors and outdoors. The robots also include multi-layered safety protocols to facilitate safe navigation in crowded spaces such as sidewalks and airports. The company claimed that its systems, which are available through a robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) model, can contribute to sustainability and scalability goals. Ottonomy last month partnered with Los Angeles-based CraveUp so that consumers could use CraveUp's mobile app to order robotic deliveries in food courts in California. Mapping and processing for dynamic AMRs “AMRs are mostly focused on constrained environments like warehouses,”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.88
December 06, 2021
…jacks. The companies said they will combine MiR's autonomous navigation and software capabilities with the functionality of electric pallet jacks that Logitrans has developed over the past 80 years. The partners added that the systems will be designed to fill a gap in the market for safely, efficiently, and autonomously lifting pallets directly from the ground. “Our mission has always been to transform the way companies handle internal logistics so they can be more productive and competitive—and this new initiative is another giant step forward in doing so,” said Søren E. Nielsen, president of Mobile Industrial Robots. “Combining our software…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.46
November 30, 2021
…proprietary autonomy technology, brings together our breakthrough 3D vision-based navigation technology pioneered by Dr. Hans Moravec with our best-in-class 3D situational awareness capabilities,” said Todd Graves, chief technology officer of Seegrid. “Seegrid AMRs have the intelligence to perceive, plan, and control their movement, enabling them to reliably and safely perform in highly dynamic, complex, and fast-moving industrial settings.” In February, Seegrid premiered the Palion Lift. The lift truck is designed to safely automate the movement of palletized goods in workflows that involve transporting payloads up to 3,500 lb. (1,587.5 kg) throughout customer operations, retrieving them, and securely placing them at…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.75
November 29, 2021
…first fully autonomous lawnmower, which it said uses satellite navigation and can reduce costs and safety incidents. The company also provides diesel and electric emergency power generators. In addition, FJD has developed a disinfection robot that it said can efficiently spray a chemical mist or use ultraviolet light for cleaning. The mobile robot can also provide information on its status in real time, cooperate with other robots, and automatically patrol in a preset area, said the company. Funding to accelerate global reach FJ Dynamics declined to name the sole investor in its Series B round, which it identified as a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.01
November 23, 2021
…been a leader in the field of robotics and navigation in orthopedic surgery, and its registry has demonstrated the benefits patients can expect such as fewer revisions and complications. Some patients have been discharged in less than 24 hours after such procedures. CORI is designed for both full and partial knee arthroplasties. Source: Smith+Nephew CORI designed for portability Unlike other surgical robots, the CORI system is designed “to place the surgeon at the heart of the digital operating room,” claimed Smith+Nephew. “Surgeons can access the benefits of robotic surgery but still have full decision-making capability at each step of the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.27
November 18, 2021
…It offers industry-grade 3D simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM)-based navigation for all kinds of autonomous service machines, from forklifts to professional cleaning machines. Sevensense said it uses computer vision and AI algorithms to create 3D maps that are more accurate than what today’s 2D systems can produce. It also claimed its technology is more cost-effective than laser scanner-based navigation. Differences between 2D and 3D perception, according to Sevensense. Source: ABB An AMR equipped with 3D SLAM will be able to accurately interpret its environment or identify a person, a pallet, or another robot, said the company. In addition, Sevensense said…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.23
November 18, 2021
…tasks is challenging because of a lack of satellite navigation and complex environments. Cleo Robotics Inc. today announced the availability of its Dronut X1 drone for law-enforcement, industrial inspection, construction, and defense markets. The Boston-based company claimed that it is the first company to successfully develop a stable and highly maneuverable ducted bi-rotor drone. “Built to solve what had been thought of as unsolvable technical challenges with ducted-fan aerial vehicles, we developed and tested the Dronut platform through rigorous and innovative engineering,” stated Omar Eleryan, founder and CEO of Cleo Robotics. “We are excited to see the impact that the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.44
November 16, 2021
…its M1 Edge enables reliable collision avoidance and smart navigation for mobile equipment. When mounted on an automated guided vehicle (AGV) or an autonomous mobile robot (AMR), the sensor can monitor the surrounding area, flagging potential dangers and obstacles in the vehicle’s path. The detection zones being monitored can dynamically change based on the vehicle’s movement, said Quanergy. In addition, M1 Edge offers accurate detection and measurement for stationary and dynamic applications that require simple alerting when an object enters a monitored area. For example, in industrial applications, M1 Edge enables reliable monitoring for level- and height-sensing applications, including tank…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.17
November 10, 2021
…and production environment. It does this regardless of the navigation technology, kinematic properties, and dimensions of the AGVs, said arculus. “Back in 2018, we provided a proof of concept for a premium automotive manufacturer,” said Dr. Fabian Rusitschka, CEO of arculus. “We incorporated this experience into the standardization initiative of the VDA/VDMA, and we are very proud that it has become an industry standard that is used in practice.” The company added that planning, simulation, operation, and optimization can all take place within its software. Core functions include dynamic route planning based on real-time traffic data and anticipatory route planning…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.49
November 09, 2021
…with all applicable privacy regulations, processing data exclusively for navigation and operational support without any additional data sources that could identify a person. “As we’ve expanded our fleet size, our focus has always been on safely operating in a variety of different environments,” said Sean Felker, lead functional safety engineer at Brain Corp. “Reaching 100 billion square feet of autonomous coverage is validation that this focus is paying off. We have always been committed to helping customers become more efficient in their operations, and it's a testament to our skilled teams that this is being successfully achieved while prioritizing safety…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.29
November 05, 2021
…The A3 robot uses simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) navigation technology, enabling more operations where humans are present, said the company. The system is also suitable for environments requiring strict controls for dust, static, and pollution, it added. The company said HAIPICK has been implemented in e-commerce, third-party logistics (3PL), apparel, electronics, energy, manufacturing, medicine, and other industries, with over 300 live projects worldwide. Some notable overseas customers include DHL Supply Chain, Phillips, Booktopia, GE, and HP. Also at CeMAT Asia, HAI Robotics announced its HAIPORT system, an automatic case-loading port that loads and unloads cases simultaneously. Invar widens reach…
