Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.76
December 14, 2023
…more accurate prediction of the physical system through the perception of its own state and environmental changes. It is also designed to continuously improve performance and efficiency through automatic optimization. The WiMi technology bolsters the adaptive capability of the intelligent digital twin so that it can sense and adapt to the changing work environment and collaborative situation in real time. The goal: To continuously improve its performance and efficiency, to provide better support, and to optimize resulting solutions. The scope of WiMi's technology covers a wide range of aspects such as intelligent digital twins, human-robot collaboration, self-improvement, and situational awareness…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.47
December 01, 2023
…algorithms tailored to heavy-duty truck operation, which provide precise perception and control abilities as well as improved fuel efficiency. To date, heavy-duty trucks using Inceptio's Truck Navigate-on-Autopilot (T-NOA) functionality have completed 60 million kilometers of accident-free commercial operations, helping a wide range of companies in the logistics sector save on labor and fuel costs. Yunyi Transport provides express logistics services in China as well as southeast Asian countries including Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, India, and the Philippines. The company plans to deploy the new autonomous trucks across its nationwide line-haul network in China. “Our record-setting delivery to Yunyi Transport marks a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.73
November 22, 2023
…to autonomously move through Amazon facilities using advanced safety, perception, and navigation technology developed by Amazon. Amazon’s SAT1 fulfillment center in San Antonio, Texas, is the first to deploy Titan in its operations. The facility launched in 2013 to process larger, bulkier items, and the use of this new technology will help modernize the site, supporting both workplace safety and efficiency. Amazon envisions many possibilities for Titan’s rise going forward, including with containerized storage solutions like Sequoia where it could transport inventory across the storage floor and bring it directly to employees. Mobile robots like Titan work collaboratively with other…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.56
November 04, 2023
…operations with these types of systems. Thanks to improving perception, artificial intelligence, and fleet management tools, AMRs are finding new uses on factory floors, in distribution centers, and elsewhere. Let's look at some of the ways in which businesses are modernizing their operations with the latest mobile robots. 1. Mobile robots can make work more ergonomic Manufacturers often need to plan how human workers will use certain tools or move materials. This is in order to protect the body’s musculoskeletal system and avoid costly workplace injuries. State and federal regulations and guidelines are intended to prevent ergonomics-related injuries. For instance,…
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 8.12
October 30, 2023
…Seattle-based NVIDIA Robotics Research Lab focuses on robot manipulation, perception and physics-based simulation. It is part of NVIDIA Research, which includes more than 300 people around the world researching topics such as AI, computer graphics, computer vision, and autonomous vehicles. The company said its team will present 15 papers at CoRL, which will be from Nov. 6 to 9 in Atlanta. Many of them will describe simulation-to-real findings that enable imitation learning, perception, segmentation, and tracking in robotics. NVIDIA to share advances in robot learning For contact-rich manipulation tasks using imitation learning, NVIDIA said its researchers have developed novel methods…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.46
October 24, 2023
…robot model has the best combination of sensors and perception to effectively detect and move around obstacles. By optimizing the work area and equipping the AMR with robust navigation capabilities, organizations can look forward to smooth and collision-free operations. 5. Optimize integration with infrastructure. Evaluate how well AMRs can integrate with existing infrastructure and systems within the facility. Assess compatibility with charging stations, Wi-Fi or network connectivity, and access to power outlets. Integration with software such as inventory or warehouse management systems (WMS) allows for efficient data exchange, real-time monitoring, and centralized control. Facilitating the flow of information can help…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.66
October 18, 2023
…and then send alerts.” NVIDIA Isaac Sim includes enhanced perception and simulation for a range of robot applications. Source: NVIDIA Isaac adds perception, simulation abilities At ROSCon 2023, NVIDIA announced improvements to perception and simulation capabilities with new releases of Isaac ROS and Isaac Sim software. Built on the open-source Robot Operating System (ROS), “Isaac ROS brings perception to automation, giving eyes and ears to the things that move,” it said. NVIDIA stated that its graphics processing unit (GPU)-accelerated GEMs enable visual odometry, depth perception, 3D scene reconstruction, and localization and planning. Robotics developers can use the tools to swiftly…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.37
October 17, 2023
…Self-Adaptive Lidar-Camera Synchronization System 3/28/2023 US-11,592,565 Flexible Multi-Channel Fusion Perception 2/28/2023 US-11,555,928 Three-Dimensional Object Detection With Ground Removal Intelligence 1/17/2023 US-11,372,115 Vehicle Localization 6/28/2022 US-11,186,234 Vehicle Sensor Systems 11/30/2021 US-11,169,271 Obstacle-Detection Systems 11/9/2021 Cyngn has obtained 16 patents. Source: Cyngn Cyngn develops modular AV technologies Cyngn added that its patents are focused on modularity and flexibility of AV systems with multiple sensor modalities and configurations. It said more information is available at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The company's DriveMod Kit can be installed on new industrial vehicles at end of line or via retrofit. This enables customers…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.09
October 13, 2023
…so that mowers know the boundaries of grass through perception only. With a camera and our full stack, the robot could explore a yard, build a map, and mow in one session.” “We are building large world models—LWMs—to power robots with an AI brain so they can work in all types of outdoor environments,” added Murty. “What Open AI did with language, Electric Sheep wants to do for outdoor robotics—under the air cover of a profitable business model.” “This is different from large language models,” he said. “We're building a world model from first-order physics principles rather than taking noisy…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.47
October 02, 2023
…advanced sensor fusion technology and computer vision cameras for perception. This combination provides a comprehensive view of the environment, enhancing perception capabilities and reducing blind spots, claimed ForwardX. It also ensures safe navigation and minimizes the risk of collisions, the company said. Case-picking operations can be made even more efficient and safe when the AMRs are integrated with ForwardX's assisted case-picking system and use a batch picking method, it said. The Flex 300-S mobile robots. Source: ForwardX Robotics Safety before autonomy ForwardX acknowledged that manual lift carts and forklifts are still “indispensable” for warehouses needing to pick cases of small…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.22
September 27, 2023
…of DexR truck-loading system. Source: Dexterity AI DexR offers perception, smarts, and agility Dexterity added that its AI platform uses a broad set of intelligence, so it can be used to handle the complexities of truck-loading operations. It asserted that the platform's “unique” characteristics include: Generative wall planning: With every new box presented to the DexR, Dexterity said its AI software takes 500 milliseconds or less to assess billions of wall-build possibilities to pack trailers with tight, stable walls. A sense of touch: Dexterity AI-powered force control gives robots a sense of touch so they know how to gently nudge…
