Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.05
May 17, 2022
…safely and accurately assessed using quadruped robots. Unassisted AI Delivery Traditional, wheeled, mobile robots are already experiencing a growing wave of commercial adoption, especially as e-commerce delivery systems. Their ability to transport goods through planned, paved roads, and other such structured environments is proving to be incredibly successful. However, when it comes to complex, unpredictable, and unstructured environments, these bots are ill equipped. These limitations have led the robotics industry to develop the quadruped robot. Their ability to transport materials across complex, unstructured environments makes legged robots the perfect, automated pack mules. They are able to transport payloads between buildings,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.23
May 16, 2022
…our BG Rail and BG Cargo drones will enable us to advance our planned services within rail and cargo delivery onshore and offshore.” “The Nordic Unmanned Operation Centre will remotely control the Drone-In-A-Box operations,” he said. “In addition, Nordic Unmanned will gain access to the Benelux market for our existing portfolio of solutions and services.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.32
May 15, 2022
…concerns Long lead times from concept to final project delivery The potential of disruption to operations or downtime from an implementation Securing funding for a robotics project The inability to identify a realistic use case with a reasonable justification What have been the top three challenges or obstacles you've faced as you pursued robotics? Source: Peerless Research Group Other concerns included the maturity of robotics technology, the inability to find a partner to assist with a project, and, finally, too many alternatives to sort through. Order-fulfillment professionals might feel a little like the diner at the buffet. Faced with so…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.95
May 13, 2022
…in collaboration with warehouse automation specialist and Geek+ strategic delivery partner Breathe Technologies. “This automated warehouse picking system has been a wise financial decision,” said Shabbab Al-Ghamdi, co-founder of RangePlus. “We can now significantly increase the amount we pick, pack, and ship. ... The system is paying for itself.” After automating its picking process, RangePlus achieved a 300% improvement in picking rate and order picking time, as well as a 25% reduction in operating costs, according to Geek+. It also maximized its warehouse capacity by stocking 50% more SKUs in the same space while reducing error rates and minimizing waste.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.38
May 13, 2022
…also be used to automate food packaging and food delivery, with companies such as Marble [acquired in 2020 by Caterpillar] and Dispatch [acquired by Amazon in 2017] exploring this space. Are there certain types of robots where you expect strong growth? Any that are overhyped? Sharma: Articulated robots: Robotic arms, also known as articulated robots, are fast, reliable, and accurate and can be programmed to do an infinite number of tasks in a variety of environments. They are used in factories to automate execution of repetitive tasks, such as applying paint to equipment or parts. In warehouses, robot arms pick,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 20.70
May 12, 2022
…Entrepreneur’s “2022 Franchise 500.” Flytrex takes off with drone deliveries “We’re excited to team up with Jersey Mike’s to deliver subs throughout the skies of North Carolina and look forward to expanding our partnership everywhere they deliver their delicious food,” said Yariv Bash, co-founder and CEO of Flytrex. “Drone delivery is accelerating quicker than anyone could have anticipated, and we are thrilled to be at the forefront of that movement – using our technology to ensure retailers and restaurants can stay ahead of the ultrafast delivery curve.” Tel Aviv, Israel-based Flytrex provides business-to-consumer autonomous delivery services. The company said it…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.18
May 11, 2022
…for remote operations into Teraki's operational European fleet of delivery robots. The companies said their partnership will enable safe, real-world, commercial deployment of mobile obots at scale through teleoperation. “We are extremely proud to name Teraki as our partner and customer,” said Alon Podhurst, CEO of DriveU.auto. “Accelerating the wide-scale deployment of robots and autonomous vehicles is a herculean effort that is being achieved through a concentrated effort of technology partners.” “Teleoperation is a key enabling technology for commercial deployment of robots and autonomous vehicles, demanding a best-in-class approach in multiple disciplines,” he added. “We share this vision with Teraki,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.62
May 11, 2022
…long-haul operations, AI, virtual reality, and network planners will support drivers. DHL said it doesn't expect fully automated last-mile delivery to be an option for more than 10% of deliveries by 2032.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.34
May 10, 2022
…said. Automotive customers will be able to optimize the delivery of components across their facilities. They can also connect integrated, scalable, modular production cells, such as PixelPaint, ensuring the necessary flexibility to meet varying levels of demand, said ABB. “We are in the midst of a significant decade in the history of the automotive industry and the start of a new era,” said Atiya. “Automakers need to consider new ways of working towards the transition to electric vehicles. We are working to support the industry in this transition, and I’m confident that with flexible automation, sustainable transportation will fast become…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.28
May 10, 2022
…autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), drones, urban air mobility (UAM), delivery robots, autonomous defense systems, and more. From the Amazon Astro consumer device and the Perseverance rover on Mars to wireless factories, robots “promise to make our lives easier, but many challenges remain,” noted Dev Singh, senior director of business development and head of autonomous robotics, drones, and intelligent machines at Qualcomm. “We've made a $70 billion investment in compute, AI, and 5G,” he said in a press briefing. “Our expanded roadmap of solutions will help bring enhanced AI and 5G technologies to support smarter, safer, and more advanced innovations.” Qualcomm…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.08
May 09, 2022
…vehicles and] AMRs in logistics and manufacturing to last-mile delivery and service robots, agriculture, and consumer applications.” “RGo’s early traction with global market leaders is a testament to the technology and leadership team,” said Tal Slobodkin, managing partner at StageOne. RGo's leadership team has experience from Intel RealSense, iRobot, Google, Samsung, and others. “As the use of robotics continues to exponentially grow across industries, RGo’s solution is a game-changer,” said Nilanjana Bhowmik, co-founder and general partner at Converge. “Manufacturers will be able to offer more intelligent mobile robots and accelerate time to market without having to focus their R&D teams…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.99
May 06, 2022
…long-haul trucks to human-driven trucks for first- and last-mile delivery. Since developing the model, the company has conducted hundreds of hauls through these sites, refining required transfer-point features and developing process flows for important on-site activities. Founded in 1985, U.S. Xpress said it offers a “portfolio of capacity solutions for its customers.” They include a dedicated fleet serving some of the nation's largest shippers, as well as over-the-road (OTR) and brokerage systems. U.S. Xpress claimed that its Variant driver-first OTR division is one of the fastest-growing fleets in the country. The company's Xpress Technologies brokerage service offers capacity for shippers,…
