Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.65
September 10, 2021
…RIOS is one of them. These next-generation robots have perception systems (vision) based on deep learning allowing them to learn and recognize objects. They also possess a centralized intelligence (brain) underpinned by AI, enabling them to execute specific tasks in different environments. RIOS’ DX-1 robots additionally possess a first-of-its-kind haptic intelligence platform (touch) that enable them to have a human-level sense of touch and possess practically all the capabilities of a human hand (e.g., optimal grasp, surface topography mapping, slip detection, texture discrimination, etc.). This human-like brain-eye-hand coordination enables RIOS robots to carry out hard-to-automate tasks in dynamic environments —…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.63
January 25, 2023
…a range of camera and vision technologies for 3D perception. Source: Berkshire Grey Sortation supports returns Does Berkshire Grey see returns as different from order fulfillment, or is it a similar process to automate? Geyer: Many retailers are narrowing their policies because of costs. That's part of our reason for getting into this space. For our customers, one-sixth of the volue that goes out comes back. They've asked us because they'd like to put their labor elsewhere rather than handling individual returns. Fundamentally, the operations that need to happen, like sorting, are very similar. The volume is harder to handle—it's…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.61
September 02, 2022
…accessible, doing more and costing less to implement.” “Public perception is changing—COVID-19 drove a lot of that with job shortages,” he added. “Robotics is key to the future of productivity; there is no future of work without robots.” Founded in 2016, Apptronik spun out of the University of Texas at Austin. The Austin-based company is developing exoskeletons and the Astro humanoid robot. Cardenas spoke with Robotics 24/7 about how Amazon's recent purchase of iRobot and Apptronik's own work are showing the way to the future of robotics. Amazon iRobot acquisition an industry bellwether Amazon is one of the biggest brands…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.61
September 03, 2023
…machine capabilities. With technologists pushing the boundaries of tactile perception, the dream of robots with an intricate grasp of human touch is no longer distant. About the author With more than 25 years of experience in advanced manufacturing, Milan Kocic is the founder and head of Hexagon's Sixth Sense accelerator program and open innovation platform. His stated mission is to create an environment where startups can explore possibilities for growth with Hexagon’s network of products, services, and customers. Kocic has spent the past 15 years bringing new Hexagon products and services such as PULSE and MyCare to market. He holds…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.60
August 23, 2023
…humanoid can just widen its stance.” Apollo also includes perception-based behaviors to slow or stop if someone enters a perimeter or impact zone, respectively, he said. Apptronik worked with argodesign to ensure that Argo's design balanced complexity and approachability. Digital panels on the robot's face and chest are intended to facilitate communication, approximating a face-to-face exchange with co-workers for human-machine interaction, said the company. Apollo designed for ease of manufacturing Apptronik also noted that Apollo's performance per cost and energy efficiency are the results of a decade of iteration, including 35 different models of electric actuation systems. “Our unique actuators…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.57
March 03, 2023
…capital-intensive. The base machine can demonstrate mapping, navingation, and perception. You can add a scanning tower, cameras for computer-based scanners, RFID, or a virtual tour camera on top, both at the hardware and software layers. You just need to turn on some configuration flags for extrinsics and instantiate the correct drivers. For new applications, part of Brain Corp's intent is for designers to be able to pivot without paying long iteration costs. Brain Corp stays the course As the software stack for AMRs continues to evolve, how does Brain Corp intend to maintain its leadership? Cannon: We have the lead…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.56
January 07, 2022
…a standard race line. They also had to use perception systems including lidar, radar, and optical sensors. The teams did pass one another in tests before October, and when we completed that event, our organizers and the teams got together and discussed that they had more to show. How did ESN choose CES for the next competition? Mitchell: We've had a great partnership with the CTA [Consumer Technology Association, the organizer of CES]. We first rolled our base car at the virtual CES 2021. We have the same teams and cars as at the IAC, and it was a logical…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.53
October 04, 2021
…to scale quickly, safely, and efficiently. The Kodiak Vision perception system considers every sensor—including lidar, cameras, and radar—primary, said the company. Kodiak Vision fuses data from the sensors and considers the relative strengths and weaknesses of each type. This incorporates extra redundancies and cross-validates data, adding another layer of safety to the self-driving system, Kodiak said. In addition, the truck incorporates the ZF Full Range Radar and Luminar's long-range Iris lidar for performance and reliability. The company said these sensors, combined with its previously announced integration with Hesai Technnology Co. 360-degree scanning lidar for side- and rear-view detection, will provide…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.52
July 02, 2022
…vision at FANUC America. 3D scanning gives cobots better perception One advancement in vision systems that enhances cobot capabilities is 3D scanning in motion. “Until recently, the majority of applications using collaborative robots and 3D vision have been limited to static scenes,” said Frantisek Takac, a strategic partners manager at Photoneo. “To recognize an object, navigate to it, inspect it, and pick it, a robot must get the object’s accurate 3D reconstruction, with exact X, Y, and Z coordinates that define the object’s position.” “The new technology of parallel structured light is based on a unique sensor architecture that acquires…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.47
June 13, 2022
…end, cutting-edge control methods equip the robot with tactile perception and enable it to adapt to ambient conditions.” Researchers needed to ensure that the robot did not damage crops or pull their roots out of the soil. It also needed to meet or exceed the efficiency of humans, who can pick as many as 13 cucumbers per minute. Fraunhofer Institute has developed a dual-armed, cucumber-harvesting robot. Source: igus Robolink proves effective For this application, engineers used an articulated robot arm with up to five degrees of freedom. Called robolink, the product from igus reaches out to 790 mm (31.1 in.)…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.45
November 03, 2023
…its portfolio includes systems for advanced fueling options, 360-degree perception, and onboard sensor-cleaning systems. It also highlighted patents for systems to reduce energy consumption, sharing information about road closures between autonomous vehicles (AVs) and updating Autonomous Freight Network routing plans, and a Mobile Launchpad for AVs to reduce the need for driver interventions during the loading and landing process. “TuSimple’s patent portfolio reflects our best-in-class technology development and strong progress in bringing autonomy to the market,” stated Paul Liu, global head of intellectual property at TuSimple. He spoke with Robotics 24/7 about TuSimple's patent portfolio and technology strategy. TuSimple builds…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.44
June 03, 2023
…massive investment with uncertain return on investment (ROI). This perception comes from the misconception that automation projects always require high costs, lengthy implementation timelines, and the construction of an entirely new facility. Fortunately, companies can break down cost barriers by getting creative with their automation strategy. Investing in modular automation is a great way to keep costs down and speed implementation for rapid ROI. Best of all, companies can retrofit their existing facilities with modular systems—no new construction required. Modular systems are made up of individual, standardized cells of automation. These modules are like building blocks. They can be arranged…
