Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.79
July 14, 2023
…as advancing our AI software.” “We are realigning our operations to capitalize on the most promising revenue opportunities and end markets,” she added. “We are also reducing expenses and headcount and consolidating our manufacturing footprint.” The company said it is also creating a new “Advanced Technologies” software business division to “drive emerging SaaS/AI revenue opportunities.” The division will be led by Denis Garagić, Sarcos' chief technology officer. “The focus of the Advanced Technologies division will be the company’s AI and machine learning (ML) software platform for generalizable autonomy,” said the company. “The AI and ML platform will be designed to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.76
August 07, 2018
…Autodesk also developed the software to control the industrial robot arm ...” The proof of concept is a success, according to Autodesk. “The first artifact that NASA has printed using this approach is a Jersey barrier—one of the modular barricades, typically made of concrete or plastic, that you often see separating lanes of traffic near road construction zones,” The company writes. “End goal of the project is to build a full ecosystem of material, machine,and software for autonomous robotic construction. What we did with NASA was just a proof of concept. Next step is to scale everything up.” says Abhishek…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.70
August 02, 2022
…automated machinery to transition easily from indoor to outdoor operations. The company said its mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a range of devices including automated driving systems, industrial robots, consumer electronics, health care devices, security devices, and more. A strong partner on its side Sick is also a technology company. It is based out of Waldkrich, Germany and makes a range of sensors and accessories. With more than 50 subsidiaries and equity investments as well as numerous agencies, SICK maintains a presence around the globe. In the 2021 fiscal year, SICK had more than 11,000…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.63
January 03, 2022
…some exhibitors have moved online, announcements around autonomous vehicles, robots, and drones are still coming around the international Consumer Electronics Show, or CES 2022. Udelv today unveiled the Transporter, its cab-less, self-driving, electric vehicle for multi-stop deliveries. The system is driven by Mobileye's technology. “This is a historic day for the transportation and logistics industries,” said Daniel Laury, co-founder and CEO of Udelv. “The Transporter is transformative for two of the world's largest industries: automotive and logistics. It was created to solve two great challenges of commercial fleets: the shortage of drivers and the electrification of fleets.” Laury and Akshat…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.60
October 10, 2021
…cellar or reorganizing the garage. That said, many reverse-logistics operations remain primarily manual, noted Chris Rowland, director of solutions consulting at Honeywell Intelligrated. But manual processing is in the early stages of turning to automation, according to industry experts interviewed for this article. “Automation in reverse logistics is not just a trend, it’s a reality,” explained Monty McVaugh, manager of the product management group at OPEX. He cited several factors beyond the increasing number of returns as e-commerce grows. Increased volume requires increased speed of processing returns, and automation is just faster than manual operations, said McVaugh. Furthermore, labor continues…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.59
May 03, 2022
…seamless processes and provide clarity into the state of operations, added McKeel. As attendees saw at MODEX, the materials handling industry and the customers it serves are innovating like never before. Each of the operations below illustrates how robots and automation are evolving to meet the challenges at facilities, from small to midsize organizations to global manufacturers and retailers. It really is a new day in the warehouse. SB Logistics moves to 'lights-out' warehouse With recruitment and retention posing major challenges for distribution centers, who can blame managers for wishing for “lights-out” warehouses with no workers? For most, it's just…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.52
April 07, 2020
…systems and processes before rushing into technologies like mobile robots, drones or artificial intelligence (AI) applications. “The future is bright, with the availability of some great technologies for organizations, but the application must fit the particular needs, budget and operational readiness of a business for investments to be successful,” says Saenz. Peerless Research Group’s (PRG) annual survey was conducted in January and early February of 2020, before the supply chain concerns from coronavirus. Among the key spending findings was a drop in those saying they were “holding off” on investing given the state of the economy. This year, only 8%…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.46
May 14, 2021
…involved, like knowing how to phase them into an operation and identifying automated or semi-automated applications that make the most sense. Robots as a share of lift-truck sales While the COVID-19 pandemic has driven up unemployment in the past year, it remains challenging to secure enough workers—including skilled lift truck operators—to keep goods flowing to consumers. Automation sales stand to benefit under these conditions. “The market environment in terms of employment has shifted somewhat versus last year, but over the longer term, the labor availability issue is a concern that will help drive this market segment,” said Ash Sharma, managing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.30
April 23, 2021
…a maker of polyester and polypropylene products. The Sterling Group portfolio company has served the food and beverage, consumer packaged goods, and manufacturing industries since 1974. Mentor, Ohio-based Greenbridge also supplies and supports tools, parts, and integrated equipment. Evergreen applies AI, robotics to recycling Louisville, Colo.-based AMP Robotics provides artificial intelligence, robotics, and infrastructure for the waste industry. AMP Cortex automates the high-speed identification and sorting of recyclables from mixed material streams. The AMP Neuron AI platform continuously trains itself by recognizing different colors, textures, shapes, sizes, patterns, and even brand labels to identify materials and their recyclability. Neuron then…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.15
February 24, 2021
…fully integrated, AI-based software and hardware to automate business operations in warehouses and logistics fulfillment centers. The company’s solutions help retailers and logistics companies meet the exponential growth of e-commerce and ever-increasing consumer demands. BG’s offerings bring together proprietary AI with differentiated hardware to create robotic picking systems and multiple types of robotic mobility systems, which are combined in an orchestrated fashion to drive operational efficiencies. Differentiated hardware includes full robots, sensing systems, gripping systems and machine vision systems. Operational efficiencies achieved by BG customers typically result in a return on their investment in as little as two to three…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.15
August 02, 2023
…Seattle-based company said its cloud-based network can optimize shipping operations through its partnerships with carriers and warehouses to sort cargo and increase its density, as well as more efficiently use warehouse space. Founded in 2019, CloudSort said it challenges the conventional “hub and spoke” transportation model, which is expensive to build and maintain and closed to third-party innovations. “When we started the company, we wanted to redefine how we move packaged goods to the final station where that item will be delivered from,” said Derek Szopa, founder and CEO of CloudSort. “The value we bring is with what we believe…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.13
January 31, 2022
…platform and manufacturing process, JIDU's efficient development of automotive robot has been proven – the brain, nerve system, and body of the Robocar are all under rapid development. When the product is delivered, it will be a benchmark-level product.” JIDU focuses on the user experience A year ago, Baidu announced its intention to enter the automotive industry. It established JIDU with $300 million in start-up capital. The company said its innovative product-development process enabled it to develop its first model faster than the industry average. “As an important strategic initiative by Baidu in the field of intelligent mobility, JIDU is…
