Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.25
August 17, 2021
…of Qualcomm in 2018 and provides robotic and drone perception and communications systems made in the U.S. The company offers custom-designed and plug-and-play modules for autonomous navigation and the use of Wi-Fi, 4G, and 5G networks. Qualcomm collaborates with spinoff ModalAI partnered with Qualcomm to design and develop the Qualcomm Flight RB5 5G and plans to support it through its lifecycle with open-source software. The platform is intended to enable developers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to build drone and flight applications using 5G technology. The Qualcomm Flight RB5 5G Platform has 10 times the computing power of the Qualcomm…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.37
August 16, 2021
…Systems PLC announced that they are jointly developing advanced perception and sensing capabilities for autonomous platforms for the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL. “We look forward to seeing the results of this research project and the potential impact it may have on our U.S. defense operations,” said Dr. Peter Zulch at AFRL. “Better perception and improving sensing lags are critical challenges, particularly as autonomous systems become more widely used. Sarcos and BAE Systems are best positioned to develop a solution that will enable these platforms to better communicate and share information to enhance safety and help us make…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.15
August 14, 2021
…framework for decision-making and planning, and it uses 360-degree perception and 5G connectivity. The third step is to use driverless minibuses to quickly achieve commercialization in nearly 10 cities, serve the needs of smart cities and new infrastructure, and provide services for tens of thousands of residents. So far, Qcraft said it is 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…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.10
August 11, 2021
…Hueneme, Calif., is managing. R3EM will use RE2’s proprietary perception software to control a highly dexterous RE2 robotic arm mounted onto an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), which will autonomously position and engage a fuel nozzle in the helicopter’s fuel port. Multiple sensors will provide 3D situational awareness, allowing the system to operate in an unstructured, outdoor environment, said RE2. The system will automatically detect when fueling is complete and disconnect the fuel nozzle from the aircraft. RE2 is partnering with Pratt Miller, which is supplying its TMT-I rugged mobile base for the program. “Upon a pilot’s command, this system will…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.51
August 05, 2021
…harsh environments,” said Daniel Lopez Madrid, team leader for perception at ANYbotics. “The sensors enable precise localization and mapping capabilities our robots need to understand the physical environment they are operating in and any changes such as moving people and objects.” San Jose, Calif.-based Velodyne Lidar said its real-time, surround-view sensors and software provide flexibility, quality, and performance. The company said they can meet the needs of a wide range of industries, including autonomous vehicles, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), robotics, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), smart cities, and security. ANYmal takes Puck to new sites Zurich-based ANYbotics said its ANYmal mobile…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.77
August 05, 2021
…Machines Robotics Inc., which develops autonomous command-and-control and advanced perception systems for marine industries, today announced that it has advanced its multi-year other transaction (OT) agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense’s Defense Innovation Unit. Phase 2 of the multi-phase contract delegates $3.1 million to the deployment of a full-scale, oceangoing replenishment platform. “As a leading developer of autonomous control systems, Sea Machines is bringing innovation and modern design to the DoD,” said a Sea Machines representative. “The extension of our contract represents the intersection of traditional sectors, such as government, and the capabilities of autonomous technology. Our extended contract…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.18
August 03, 2021
…markets. It said this enables low-cost, highly reliable 3D perception for a variety of industries. Quanergy said it has more than 350 customers worldwide. “Quanergy’s CMOS-based OPA technology has demonstrated significant improvement towards its adoption in long-range automotive applications,” said Jim Maury, president of Zero Electric Vehicles (ZEV) in Tempe, Ariz. “We believe Quanergy’s OPA technology provides a highly reliable and cost-effective 3D lidar solution that is critically important for the automotive industry.” Quanergy, ZEV test long-range lidar For their test, the partners mounted a solid-state lidar test platform with single scanning beam on a vehicle, along with additional cameras…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.52
August 02, 2021
…robots do in modern supply chains? With advances in perception, manipulation, and mobility, groups of robots can increasingly do the heavy lifting in warehouses, fulfillment centers, and distribution centers. Here are some noteworthy examples of how robots can provide returns on investment: Picking and packing: Robots can now pick items from shelves, package them, and take them to the parking lot. FANUC, which claims to be the world's largest maker of industrial robots, has already produced machines that can pick and package virtually any product. Footwear company Crocs credited 6 River Systems' Chuck mobile robots for helping it meet increased…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.88
July 30, 2021
…each other to provide superhuman results in terms of perception—they can see in complete darkness,” said Emelyanov. This approach is different than relying on GPS or mapping, and 5G networking has yet to come to most rural areas. Compatibility and control “Farmers often have separate vehicles for different processes— such as soil treatment, spraying, and harvesting—that they rarely use together,” Emelyanov said. “We are now working with combine harvesters, but there will be applications in tractors and sprayers in the next year.” “We want to cover all the most popular agricultural machines,” he said. “Our concept is like Star Wars'…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.60
July 27, 2021
…centrally manages and monitors all system functions. Using advanced perception, motion planning, and proprietary control algorithms, Outrider said its technology enables its autonomous yard trucks to optimally align in front of semi-trailers, back under the trailer, and attach the fifth wheel (the connection point of the truck) to the kingpin (the connection point on the trailer) with extreme precision. Not only can the Outrider System connect with millimeter accuracy, but it can also use sensors to confirm a successful kingpin connection without requiring manual verification, said the company. “Most autonomous trucking companies are focused on moving trailers down long stretches…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.55
July 23, 2021
…we’ve been testing software that uses techniques like automated perception, deep learning, reinforcement learning, motion planning, simulation, and force control.” “In one instance, we trained a robot in two hours to complete a USB connection task that would take hundreds of hours to program,” she said. “In other tests, we orchestrated multiple robot arms to assemble an architectural installation and a simple piece of furniture.” “None of this is realistic or affordable to automate today — and there are millions of other examples like this in businesses around the world,” claimed Tan-White. “This all hints at the potential for Intrinsic’s…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.66
July 22, 2021
…of Voyage, which it described as an “plug-and-play” lidar perception system. The Voyage deployment kit includes the proprietary SENSR2 software, lidar sensors, and a computer, allowing customers to immediately use the product and start seeing real-time results, said the company. The lidar market, which could reach more than $3 billion by 2025, has become crowded over the past several years, as the technology became synonymous with autonomous vehicles, said Seoul Robotics. While there are many lidar producers, most sensors on the market are sold without any intelligence, the company added. This approach is similar to selling a computer without a…
