Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.09
May 15, 2023
…Electric expects an automated future The manufacturing and logistics industries are increasingly using mobile robots in response to labor shortages, noted Mitsubishi Electric. Not only can AMRs convey materials, but they can also provide valuable data through their connections with factory and line simulation software, enterprise resource planning (ERP), and manufacturing execution systems (MES), said the company. Mitsubishi Electric did not specify the amount of its funding in Clearpath Robotics, which sells software for mobile robots and owns AMR provider OTTO Motors. Founded in 2009, Clearpath claimed that it is a global leader in the development of mobile robots. Through…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.08
June 03, 2021
…plans to deepen its reach in the warehouse automation industry, while continuing to serve global automotive manufacturers and their supply chain. Working closely with long-term partners and customers, Realtime added that it will continue to perfect its “holy grail” collaborative system. It incorporates its real-time planning technology with certified system components to enable industrial robots to proactively adapt their motions and avoid unwanted contact with humans while continuously accomplishing their intended tasks, said Realtime. Investors represent industry leaders Realtime's Series A round included new strategic investors HAHN Automation and SAIC Capital Management, as well as new institutional investors Soundproof Ventures…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.96
April 15, 2023
…Motion type (wheel drive and biped channel) Regions, global industry analysis Market share, trends, and forecast for 2023 to 2032 Leading robot providers Noteworthy companies in the humanoid robotics space include Qihan Technology Co., DST Robot Co., and others, said The Brainy Insights. They are continuously focused on new product developments, venture capital investments, and opportunities to obtain market share. WowWee Group's Robosapien X has 67 pre-programmed functions, gestures, and fluid motions and is programmable using the integrated R/C or the RoboRemote app. The robot can be operated independently, with the help of the provided remote control or the new…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.91
October 11, 2018
…Transportation Technologies Technology is changing the automotive and transportation industry faster than anyone could have predicted. The driver shortage, capacity crisis, price of fuel, and many other factors are putting pressure on companies to innovate and begin commercializing futuristic technologies. Some of these technological trends are already disrupting the automotive and transportation industry. Here are five ways technology is already beginning to shape these industries Internet of Things (IoT) The concept of the IoT has been around for several years now, and many of us have become accustomed to the idea. The IoT involves “everything being connected to everything.” Imagine…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.88
July 23, 2021
…the Thematic Team at GlobalData. “Robotics is a fast-growing industry, and by showcasing new technology at the Olympics, the Japanese government can remind the world that it remains a technology powerhouse.” Japan is the world's leading exporter of robots, accounting for 47% of the global supply, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), down from 52% in 2017. The country also has one of the highest robot densities in the world, with 365 robots per 10,000 employees, said the IFR. Japan bringing robots to the field and homes In addition, with an aging population, Japan and its automakers have…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.75
July 01, 2021
…continue developing its integrated service and expand into new industries and locations. “At Zipline, our mission is to create the first logistics company that serves all humans equally,” stated Keller Rinaudo, founder and CEO at Zipline. “Around the world, our partners are reimagining how patients access care with fast, reliable on-demand delivery.” Founded in 2014, Zipline said it has made more than 150,000 commercial drone deliveries to date, serving governments, global retail brands, and leading healthcare systems. “We have completed hundreds of thousands of deliveries of blood, medicines, and vaccines, and today Zipline makes a commercial delivery every four minutes,”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.57
August 14, 2023
…worldwide. “OTTO Lifter was only introduced to the manufacturing industry last year, but it is already transforming and unlocking new material handling workflows, solving top challenges for manufacturers worldwide, and winning prestigious awards,” stated Jay Judkowitz, vice president of product at OTTO Motors. “We are honored that our autonomous forklift was recognized for its outstanding performance with a Gold Stevie Award.” A division of Clearpath Robotics, OTTO Motors provides autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for materials handling. The Kitchener, Ontario-based company said it has more than 4 million hours of driving experience, and its customers include Fortune 500 companies and globally…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.57
May 23, 2023
…and 2,000 technicians to the autonomous mobile robot (AMR) industry. “Customers demand exceptional service. We’ve built our OTTO Certified Dealer program like we’ve built our products, with unwavering emphasis on quality to ensure that our customers receive the exceptional service they expect,” said John Stikes, director of global strategic alliances and partnerships at OTTO Motors, in a statement. “We have hand-selected the top material handling equipment organizations in the continent to locally deliver the technical support and maintenance needed to deploy, maintain, and scale automation systems,” he said. OTTO Motors lists partners The Kitchener, Ontario-based company said its OTTO-certified dealers…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.41
March 30, 2022
…parcels every day at the world’s leading parcel-handling companies. Toyota Industries Corp. acquired Vanderlande in 2017. The companies said their synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development. RightPick joins SIR portfolio After testing several of picking robots, Vanderlande said it ultimately selected RightPick for its features and capabilities and because it is successfully functioning in warehouses today. As labor shortages continue to increase, RightHand Robotics and Vanderlande said they will help customers as advanced automated picking becomes ubiquitous in an ever-demanding order-fulfillment climate. “We are pleased to be included with the Smart Item Robotics portfolio of technologies,” said…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.02
June 24, 2021
…world’s most recognized brands, including General Electric Co. and Toyota Motor Corp. The company has partnered with systems integrators around the world and expanded its global partnership program. “We partner with the very best integrators and tech leaders to provide customers with industry expertise to automate a wide range of workflows in their facilities and regional presence to provide top-tier support,” Baker said. “Seventy percent of our customers are Global 500. We’re proud today to announce global coverage and safety compliance worldwide.” OTTO is collaborating with DesignPro Automation and Romias Robotics in Europe, as well as global integrator Grenzebach Group.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.00
February 09, 2022
…said its NDC platform enables vehicle builders such as Toyota Material Handling Europe, Jungheinrich AG, and Mitsubishi Logisnext Europe Oy (Rocla) to create autonomous logistics automation. With Kollmorgen NDC, companies can automate virtually any type of vehicle or robot and integrate it for any materials handling application, in any industry, worldwide, it claimed. 5G offers robot advantages 5G could enable new levels of artificial intellligence and machine learning, simplify infrastructure requirements, and increase network stability, said Kollmorgen. The company said it could “dramatically increase performance and cost efficiency” for its partners and end users. 5G has several advantages compared to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.93
May 10, 2021
…and said it is currently valued at $5.3 billion. Toyota is among its investors and partners. Pony.ai has been piloting robotaxi services in the U.S. and China. Founded in 2012, Luminar provides lidar sensors and software for autonomous vehicles. The Palo Alto, Calif.-based company has more than 50 industry partners, including eight of the top 10 global automakers, and it signed a production deal for autonomous consumer vehicles with Volvo Cars last year. Luminar has also partnered with Daimler Truck AG, and it has nearly 400 employees. Pony.ai to integrate Luminar sensors Pony.ai said it plans to deploy automotive-grade production…
