Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.87
…financing to improve its computer vision products, services, and delivery capacity. Founded in 2016, Mech-Mind said it now has nearly 500 employees worldwide. It provides 3D cameras, machine vision software, and deep learning algorithms. It also offers motion-planning technology, programming models, and consulting and training services. The company said manufacturing and logistics customers can use its systems for mixed-order picking, palletizing and depalletizing, and machine tending. It claimed that its systems can attain picking speeds of 1,200 pieces per hour. In July, MechMind released its new Mech-Eye Nano, a small camera than can be mounted on robot arms for pick-and-place…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.83
…vehicles aligns with our investment strategy, making them a great addition to our portfolio, which already includes key autonomous delivery players in the long-haul and last-mile delivery markets,” said Abhijit Ganguly, managing director of Goodyear Ventures. “We believe this investment is a strong strategic fit for Goodyear as we seek to learn more about the implications of autonomous technologies in middle-mile delivery and logistics.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.39
…to add more. It can provide same-day and next-day delivery to all of Tokyo. SoftBank Robotics has already deployed tens of thousands of robots across the globe in a variety of industries, not just logistics. In the search for technologies that might be right for the new facility, the team worked with parent company SoftBank Group. It also happens to be an investor in Berkshire Grey and introduced the company to the designers. “The ability to work with SoftBank Group is a strength for us,” said Okabe. “They are looking at new technologies around the world, and with that connection,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.55
…and the COVID-19 pandemic driving the need for contactless delivery, the demand for service robots has surged, according to Pudu Technology Inc. The Shenzhen, China-based company this month completed its C2-series financing, only four months after it raised C1 funding. Pudu Robotics said it has raised a total of $155 million. The startup is committed to the “spirit of invention” in its mission to improve productivity, efficiency, and smart living, said Felix Zhang, founder of Pudu Robotics. The company is hiring, he added. Founded in 2016, Pudu said tens of thousands of its commercial service robots are in use in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.89
…year or next year. We saw this with next-day delivery, which we now take for granted. Its use case evolved through software, robotics, and automation, and it's impossible to do any other way at scale.” Users can reallocate time with InOrbit Robotics companies that have used InOrbit said they do not have to dedicate valuable engineering time addressing cloud infrastructure, data collection, analytics, and incident management. As a result, they can focus their development efforts on their specialized robots. “The InOrbit platform is a natural fit for our RoomieBots because we can put our focus in the research and development…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.02
…long-haul trucks to driver-enabled trucks for first- and last-mile delivery. Ryder will operate the transfer points, managing the logistical operations throughout the yard, performing pre- and post-trip inspections, and providing maintenance services for the vehicles as well as the autonomous hardware. Initially, the partnership will focus on developing select sites in key freight markets in California, Arizona, Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, and Florida, through which Embark plans to begin hauling loads in early 2022 in preparation for a larger commercial launch in 2024. Over the next five years, working with a network of real estate operators, the two companies aim to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.03
…several lawnmowing robots and is considering systems for food deliveries and carpet cleaning, said Sylvester. Software and more applications Like Neo, the Disinfection Add-On is powered by the Avidbots AI Platform, said Avidbots. Neo can avoid people and obstacles and maximize cleaning and disinfection productivity while minimizing human intervention, said the company. At the same time, the Avidbots Command Center provides detailed reporting and performance measurement for monitoring, managing and tracking Neo remotely and in real time. “A big focus of our work is on the AI platform,” said Molina. “We also have remote assistance. The user needs to be…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.72
…over 30 countries and 27.1% share in the Asia-Pacific delivery robot market. SoftBank Robotics Group (SBRG) said it is targeting that market, beginning with Singapore. The global delivery robot market will experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.7%, according to Astute Analytica. SoftBank to start in Singapore In line with Singapore's vision and initiatives to become a “Smart Nation,” SoftBank Robotics Group plans to launch a series of robots serving industries such as food and beverage, cleaning, hospitality, security, healthcare, and logistics. “Advances in robotics and technology will lead to job transformation over the next few years,” said…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.13
…to hit $37 billion by 2027, and the same-day delivery market could reach $20 billion by 2027. Stord said it “is leveling the playing field for mid-market and enterprise companies that want to delight their customers with speedy deliveries, better prices, and great experiences.” The company said it connects brands to an end-to-end logistics infrastructure in a single, integrated platform that's available when and where companies need it. In the past year, Stord reported record growth, including the following: Delivered its third consecutive year of 300%+ growth, and is on track to repeat that success in 2021 Achieved more than…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 24.07
…they are working together to launch an autonomous vehicle delivery service in Miami, Austin, Texas, and Washington, D.C. Walmart said it will be its first multi-city autonomous delivery collaboration in the U.S. The last-mile service will use Ford self-driving test vehicles equipped with the Argo AI Self-Driving System. “We're excited to expand our autonomous delivery efforts in three new markets alongside Argo and Ford,” stated Tom Ward, senior vice president of last-mile delivery at Walmart U.S. “This collaboration will further our mission to get products to the homes of our customers with unparalleled speed and ease, and in turn, will…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.04
…Keenon said it has applied artificial intelligence to smart delivery systems. The company's service robots are used in industries such as real estate, healthcare, and hospitality. Keenon expands service robots As the world continues to look for ways to ensure safety, efficiency, and productivity, mobile service robots are proving to be a successful solution to business needs, said Keenon Robotics. Starting with food delivery in restaurants, the company has gradually expanded its automation to hotels, hospitals, and other scenarios. Keenon has reached markets in North America, Europe, South Korea, and Singapore. “We are very optimistic about the future development prospects…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.74
…the Scallog solution into Newpharma's operational flow, from the delivery of the goods by suppliers to the dispatching of the packages to end customers,” explained Jeroen Theys, managing director at Smart Technics. “Several options were considered each time to optimize stock management, order processing, order picking, packaging, and ergonomics for the employees.” “We are very satisfied with the collaboration, which has resulted in a phased plan that will enable Newpharma to respond more flexibly to future market developments and secure further sustainable growth,” he said. Scallog to showcase new Flexytote robot At the SITL trade show this week at Paris…