Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.11
November 20, 2023
…leadership to standardize the process for evaluation, training and delivery of exoskeletons to eligible Veterans in need.” The VA estimates that approximately 42,000 individuals with spinal cord injuries are U.S. veterans, of which the VA provides annual care to more than 27,000 individuals through the VA Spinal Cord Injuries and Disorders (SCI/D) network. The STAND Act, which has been endorsed by Paralyzed Veterans of America and Disabled American Veterans, seeks to ensure that: Annual exoskeleton evaluations are codified in law for those veterans who seek their care through the VA; The VA provides Congress updates on the progress in terms…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.61
November 17, 2023
…freight robot networks that provide highly efficient and timely delivery at low costs.” Ma also outlined the significant ESG benefits delivered by Inceptio's current technology. “Developed economies and emerging economies face similar challenges in the trucking industry – a labor shortage driven by challenging working conditions and the heavy emissions created by diesel-guzzling trucks,” he explained. Inceptio's autonomous driving technology addresses both of these issues. Highly automated driving creates a safer and less stressful working environment, reducing collision risk by 75%, drivers’ physical fatigue by 35% while generating fuel savings of 2% to 10%. Ma says Inceptio is able to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.21
November 02, 2023
…it more efficient and cost-effective and increasing the timely delivery of goods to consumers.” Partners tout potential benefits FORTNA and Geek+ said their custom installations will “enable customers to add flexibility to their operations, while increasing throughput and creating a more positive workplace for their warehouse employees.” They listed the following potential benefits: Enhanced efficiency: FORTNA said its industry knowledge will be complemented by Geek+'s technology, creating efficient and adaptable automation. Mobile robots can provide more than double the average order picking and sorting throughput, it claimed. Scalability: “The collaboration will offer businesses scalable solutions that can grow with their…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.06
October 31, 2023
…be applied to parking, low-speed driving, first and last-mile delivery, vehicle maintenance, fleet operations, and other custom use cases. With its growing network of autonomous transfer hubs for fleet and delivery companies and mapped points of interest for consumers, STEER said it continues to create an ecosystem of users and infrastructures that benefit from space and time efficiency, reduced costs, enhanced user experiences, and new revenue. About PAVE Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE) said it is a coalition of industrial experts, nonprofits, and academics with one goal: To bring the AV conversation to the public so everyone can play…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.69
October 28, 2023
…more flexibility than AGVs, which move along fixed routes. Delivery, hospitality, inventory, and self-driving forklifts are examples of self-navigating robots. Drones: Also known as uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs), these robots use software-controlled flight plans that work with GPS. Drones are used in various fields like surveying, delivery services, and agriculture. Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs): These robots function in underwater environments for applications like oceanography, oil and gas exploration, and archaeology. Prospective users should evaluate the mobile robots whose designs best address the demands of the task at hand. Mobile robots can provide multiple benefits AMRs and related systems can help…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.43
October 25, 2023
…that customers in the Agility Partner Program can expect delivery of the first Digits in 2024, with general market availability in 2025. In addition, Agility recently announced that it is opening RoboFab, a 70,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing facility in Salem, Ore. The company said it expects to be able to produce hundreds of robots in the first year and eventually scale to more than 10,000 robots per year. Digit also will work in the new factory in a similar capacity to Agility’s customer sites—moving, loading, and unloading totes. Amazon to use robot for tote recycling Amazon said it will initially use Digit…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.22
October 24, 2023
…portfolio, a new visualization platform that accelerates value and delivery with modern technology, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s achievable.” This year’s event has been expanded and “reimagined” to include more ways for attendees to delve into the latest technologies, such as tours, inspirational keynotes, and more learning and networking opportunities, noted Rockwell Automation. Attendees will be able to experience the newest industrial automation with 500,000-sq.-ft. Expo, with over 120 booths, virtual product lines, Discovery Theaters, and guided tours. The company provided previews of its software: Fiix Asset Risk Predictor: Users can predict and prevent asset failure before it happens…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.19
October 19, 2023
…(IoT)-enabled, “plug-and-play, open,” and interoperable architecture. The cobot and ExoStruxure can reduce design, development, and commissioning time, making machine delivery and startup quick and easy, said the company.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.37
October 18, 2023
…delight customers with greater speed and increased accuracy for delivery estimates, while also improving employee safety at our facilities.” Sequoia designed to accelerate fulfillment The new system's mobile robots transport containerized inventory directly to gantry equipment that can either restock totes or send them to an employee to pick out inventory that customers have ordered. Dresser claimed that Sequoia enables the company to identify and store inventory up to 75% faster than it typically can today. As a result, Amazon.com said it can list items for sale more quickly, benefiting both sellers and customers. Sequoia can also reduce the time…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.51
October 18, 2023
…systems across diverse domains, including agriculture, warehouse automation, last-mile delivery, and service robotics, among others. “For example, Metropolis could be used with cameras in a store to detect traffic and people,” said Talla. “It could generate insights 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…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.77
October 13, 2023
…some of its biggest challenges, including order-picking efficiency and delivery speed in returns operations, said Geek+. As Hilgers noted, environmental sustainability is also a stated goal for the industry. My Jewellery has deployed 22 RoboShuttle Systems and 66 P40 picking systems in its warehouse to make its workspace more ergonomic. “A good working environment inspires sparkling people,” stated the company. In addition, My Jewellery said the Geek+ AMRs will enable it to adapt to business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) operations, which was another key factor in developing this installation. Geek+ supports 'technological transformation' “At Geek+, we are committed to fulfilling…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.88
October 11, 2023
…parcel volume exceeds 161 billion pieces annually, logistics and delivery organizations are seeking automation that can quickly scale to meet their needs, noted the latest Pitney Bowes Parcel Shipping Index. The Stamford, Conn.-based company said it provides shipping and mailing technology, logistics, and financial services to more than 90% of the Fortune 500. Pitney Bowes said that small-business, retail, enterprise, and government clients around the world rely on it to remove the complexity of sending mail and parcels. It initially deployed the AmbiSort A-Series sortation system for small parcels in last-mile operations. The company then partnered with Ambi Robotics to…
