Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.39
May 10, 2022
…in oil and gas, rail, mining, agriculture, and critical infrastructure markets with improved connectivity and data collection capabilities, it said. American Robotics an FAA-approved BVLOS operator Waltham, Mass.-based American Robotics designs, develops, and markets industrial drones for rugged, real-world environments. The company said its Scout System uses artificial intelligence and is capable of continuous, remote operation. The MassRobotics member markets Scout as a “drone-in-a-box” turnkey data service under a robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) business model. American Robotics added that its fully automated drone systems can conduct multiple missions per day without a human observer on the ground. This provides the ability to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.98
May 06, 2022
…will provide access to a Robot Operating System (ROS) infrastructure, which uses physics-based simulation, as well as experimentation with hardware to test and deploy robotic devices Investment will help BU admit more graduate students in robotics The Massachusetts infrastructure investment will expand and enhance BU’s existing R&D facilities while enriching the robotics courses offered at BU. It will allow for an increased enrollment in the university’s graduate-level robotics degree program by up to 80 more students per year, or five times the current capacity, MassTech said. The capabilities of the new RASTIC facility align with Massachusetts’ robotics industry strengths in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.46
May 06, 2022
…said its Apex.OS software suite “serves as the foundational infrastructure on which smart machines operate in the automotive, agriculture, mining, IoT, and industrial automation industries.” The Apex.OS SDK enables automotive software developers to create safe, reliable, real-time applications more efficiently, claimed the company. “Like Apple’s iOS SDK, which allows practically anyone to create an iPhone app, Apex.OS makes programming for a vehicle or robot almost as easy as programming a phone,” it said. The goal is significantly shortened development cycles of new mobility functions based on software that follows the highest safety standards, said Apex.AI. Apex.OS has earned safety certifications…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.05
May 05, 2022
…IT departments that have made significant investments in IT infrastructure, so they have available server capacity. LM: What are some of the biggest benefits you’re seeing WMS bringing to overall supply chain operations? Turner: In general, WMS continues to be the system that has the most impact to distribution center operations. These systems are fully mature and provide tremendous tactical and strategic benefits. We’re seeing parity in the marketplace in terms of functionality. So, the systems that are available from the so-called smaller players are in some cases as capable as the upper tier systems. Deciding on which system to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.11
May 05, 2022
…around the world, including military, government, law enforcement, critical infrastructure, airports, correctional facilities, stadiums, major event organizers, and corporations. “Drone shows are one of the most exciting uses for drones today and Nocturne Drones create fantastic events worldwide,” said Aaditya Devarakonda, CEO of Dedrone. “To ensure a flawless show and to protect spectators and airspace, safety must come first. We are delighted to be working with Nocturne Drones to ensure they can continue to perform world-class drone shows with the highest level of safety.” Nocturne Drones said its drone fleets are among the safest in the world as they have…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.97
April 29, 2022
…momentum, we are experiencing by making game-changing investments in infrastructure like eKentucky Advanced Manufacturing Institute, we are building a better Kentucky,” said Gov. Andy Beshear at the groundbreaking ceremony. “A better Kentucky that ensures every region and individual in Kentucky sees economic prosperity, including those who need a second chance.” eKAMI students learn on the latest robots Paintsville, Ky.-based eKAMI last year announced $3 million in funding for its second facility. The institute has already had success retraining former coal miners and has been reaching out to high school students. Its Robotics Center has 40,000 sq. ft. of workspace offering…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.07
April 27, 2022
…in oil and gas, rail, mining, agriculture, and critical infrastructure markets with improved connectivity and data-collection capabilities. The Scout system in flight. Source: American Robotics Scout to take to the skies over new sites The seven new sites range from 0.1 to 14 sq. mi. and are located in North Dakota, Louisiana, New Mexico, Nevada, California, and South Carolina. All sites can now take advantage of autonomous drone capabilities with the Scout System, according to American Robotics. The new sites joined the company’s existing waiver and exemption package, which permits automated BVLOS operations without human operators. Flights are permitted under…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.73
April 26, 2022
…a robotaxi commercial operating solution and robotaxi vehicle operating infrastructure, we believe this joint partnership can accelerate the sustainable commercial development of robotaxi service,” Hua added. Pony.ai said efforts continue on its robotaxi app In addition to working with leading ride-hailing companies like Ontime to broaden Pony.ai’s reach into the ride-hailing ecosystem, Pony.ai continues to develop and deploy its own robotaxi app, PonyPilot+. This partnership with Ontime builds on Pony.ai’s April 24 announcement that it is the first and only autonomous driving company to receive a taxi license in China, with a permit to operate 100 autonomous vehicles as traditional…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.71
April 22, 2022
…can deliver significant impact immediately, because all the necessary infrastructure either already exists or is emerging now, like our technology Founded in 2019, the company claimed that it has created “the first affordable, high-performing, and space-efficient AI-enabled robot for recycling.” Robots can help address climate change The United Nations warned this month that humanity needs to act “now or never” to limit global warming, Glacier pointed out. Recycling can reduce carbon emissions by decreasing energy use in manufacturing, which is still primarily powered by fossil fuels, according the company. For example, recycling aluminum saves 95% of the energy needed for…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.25
April 22, 2022
…use, deploy, and scale, with minimal impact on existing infrastructure, further improving the bottom line. The company will display the pallet-handling AMR at its booth at LogiMat in Stuttgart, Germany, and Automate in Detroit. Both events will be in June. Investors, users welcome autonomous truck loader “The new solution from Gideon brings us an exciting potential for optimization, creating new efficiencies, and new ways to work,” said Annant Patel, director at Koch Disruptive Technologies, an investment unit of Koch Industries, and a Gideon board member. “As new technologies become available, the supply chain challenges act as a catalyst to spur…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.34
April 21, 2022
…developed an autonomous robot that works with existing warehouse infrastructure, today said it has received unspecified funding from the new Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund. “With Amazon’s funding and support, BionicHIVE is growing its team and operations, establishing [a] U.S. footprint to expand its customer base and scale go-to-market, as well as increasing R&D,” said Ilan Reingold, CEO of BionicHIVE. “We couldn’t have asked for a better company whose investment is a validation of the unique approach and capabilities of our platform and whose guidance is invaluable.” Founded in 2014 by Liran Raizer and Tomer Amit, BionicHIVE said its SqUID robot…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.42
April 15, 2022
…and military clients on environmental remediation around facilities; now we’re helping them to create energy-efficient and environmentally sound sustainable infrastructures,” reads an excerpt on the nonprofit’s website. “In the early days, we worked with clients to implement enterprise-wide infrastructure for landlines; now we’re helping them transition to secure, cloud-based networks and solutions.”
