Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.67
April 21, 2023
…for slim French exoskeleton An exoskeleton used for high-pressure cleaning won the manus Silver award for a creative application that provides a reliable, robust, and efficient solution that protects user health. Aufratech EXO N exoskeleton for cleaning. Source: igus Cabris, France-based Aufratech uses linear slide bearings and corrosion-free polymer plain bearings from the iglide J3 series in its EXO N exoskeleton. At the core of the design is a control system that enables the user to guide the attached lances while keeping the back straight. Engineers succeeded in implementing a slim design that grouped as many functions as possible around…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.15
April 15, 2023
…I, Scrubber 50, and RS26 are used in autonomous cleaning applications and to overcome labor shortages. Samsung Electronics recently invested 59 billion won ($45.2 million) in Rainbow Robotics, a regional humanoid robotics business, providing a glimpse into the robotics plans of the South Korean tech behemoth. Samsung said it intends to market the EX1 human helper robot in the upcoming months. The ROBOTIS MINI is a miniaturized humanoid robot that can be controlled via smartphones, and its frames can be customized with 3D printing technology. Robo Garage Co.'s RoBoHoN was designed for the entertainment industry. It has features including face…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.27
April 03, 2023
…is also used in the Nilfisk SC50, a commercial cleaning robot used at Pittsburgh International Airport. “Building our team and knowing how far we have come over the last several months as we have prepared for this launch has been amazing,” Malewicki said in a statement. “We couldn’t really have asked for anything more from our team or our collaboration with Thoro, who has been so responsive and just as committed to us to deliver on our vision for this product,” he added. Patrick Mondi, Thoro.ai CEO, told Robotics 24/7 that the Big Joe Forklift helps address four key challenges…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.29
March 29, 2023
…SoftBank Robotics makes service robots using BrainOS for commercial cleaning and disinfection. In 2020, the company sold its interest in Boston Dynamics to Hyundai Motor Group. In 2021, SoftBank acquired 40% of automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) provider AutoStore. Earlier this month, SoftBank Robotics U.K. and Bunzl Distribution partnered to offer robotics in Spain. Terms of Berkshire Grey acquisition Under the agreement, SoftBank will acquire all of the outstanding capital stock of the company not currently owned by SoftBank for $1.40 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $375 million. The agreement, which has been unanimously approved…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.03
March 07, 2023
…can provide challenges, which can typically be solved by cleaning the chargers.” “LilBuddy AMRs are remarkable, streamlined robots. Despite their compact size, they’re capable of moving loads in excess of 220 lb.,” stated Ben Waters, CEO of WiBotic. “They are perfect for navigating smaller spaces and – when integrated with our wireless charging capabilities – offer a compelling, low-maintenance solution for organizations looking to introduce autonomous mobile robots into their operations.” “We're excited about this collaboration and that ResGreen can use wireless power for LilBuddy,” he told Robotics 24/7. “Its value proposition resonates with wireless charging.” WiBotic adds resilience to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 47.59
March 03, 2023
Yijiahe Technology Co. has announced a range of commercial cleaning robotics solutions and a cloud-based management platform built to serve a variety of cleaning use cases. The new robots include the J30, the J40, and the J110. Yijiahe Technology is a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of intelligent robotics solutions used in power grids, new energy, cleaning, and other facilities around the globe. With 20 years of experience, Yijiahe said it has accumulated technical expertise and experience in several categories such as artificial intelligence, computer vision, and autonomous driving. Yijiahe Technology goes in on cleaning It is now entering the cleaning…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.88
March 03, 2023
…build out Brain's software engineering team as it developed cleaning, shelf-scanning, and tugger products. “I led more and more parts of our software engineering operation, and then when I was appointed to CTO, I worked with other groups, since robotics is cross-functional,” Cannon said. “I'm now running all of the engineering functions—software, hardware, quality assurance, technical operations, program management groups, and some manufacturing.” Brain Corp recently worked with manufacturer Flex to create the “Gen 3” modular robot architecture for accelerating AMR development. Cannon explained the company's approach to helping robotics developers. Gen 3 offers improved AMR performance Can you give…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.00
February 28, 2023
…uses six brands of robots including integrating an industrial/commercial cleaning robot into the system A demo video of CoEvolution’s simulator, which is based on actual logistics control and robot control systems. It can support real business workflow simulation of smart warehouses and factories with 2D and 3D visualization, and a comprehensive data dashboard Michael Wang, CoEvolution co-founder and chief operating officer, will be in attendance. He is taking charge of the U.S. market and will be joined by CoEvolution Co-founder and Chief Scientist Heng Liu and a team of solutions engineers. CoEvolution works closely in cooperation with mobile robot vendors…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.74
February 28, 2023
…logistics, inspection and quality assurance, landscaping and gardening, and cleaning and disinfection. “Many of the automation solutions developed are still at an early stage,” noted Dorssers. “With further commercialization and access to funding, there will be growing export potential among automation suppliers in the Netherlands.” Report summarizes Dutch robotics market “Market Analysis of Robot and Automation Firms in the Netherlands 2023” is available via HowToRobot.com, including a free preview. The report is published by HowToRobot published the report, which contains market insights from High Tech NL cluster Robotics, which last May celebrated its fifth anniversary. The insights include interest from…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.68
February 23, 2023
…working on developing general-purpose mobile robots that were capable of handling items and learn on the go. In related cleaning robot news, Wired recently reported that Alphabet would be shutting down Everyday Robots, an X moonshot lab robotics startup. The Mountain View, Calif.-based company made the decision to cut costs.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.44
February 20, 2023
…developing countries.” From aquaculture and maintaining telecommunications cables to cleaning the “great garbage patches” and subsea mining for battery materials with fleets of small robots, Radford said he is following efforts to improve sustainable use of the oceans. “I'm heartened by the fact the people were having great conversations and supporting the UN's SDGs but also recognizing that efforts have to be pragmatic and won't happen overnight,” he said. “I think it's the true final frontier. If sea levels are rising within the century, the solution is not to go to Mars.” “Venture capital firms should spend more on the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.03
February 17, 2023
…systems for the educational, hospitality, assisted living, delivery, and cleaning markets. They are serving the ever-growing demand for robotics and automation worldwide. With growing demand in Latin America and clear market potential, RobotLAB said it has decided to expand its focus and provide resources for the region. The company said its local team in Bogotá will offer sales, service, support, and guidance to all of its clients in Spanish “at the same high standard [of] customer service the company provides in other regions.” “We are very excited to grow along with Latin America, and we want to invite all educational…
