Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.06
March 26, 2019
…correction,” automatic performance of post-processing treatments, object recognition and manipulation, automation of multi-tool hybrid manufacturing processes, and a new user interface. Aether will develop software to automate image processing for P&G, and deep learning techniques will be used to train multiple neural networks to achieve high-accuracy, automatic 2D-to-3D file conversion. P&G has been working in the bioprinting space for several years, and launched a grant competition in Singapore for 3D bioprinting applications back in 2015. The company also launched a research program at the same time to investigate the creation of skin tissue that could be used for testing new…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.91
October 20, 2021
…Research and Markets. It credited improvements in machine vision, manipulation capabilites, and robot mechanics. While most warehouses don't yet have much automation, most speakers were bullish on market prospects. Conference gives glimpses of the future of logistics The conference and show floor grew since A3's last AMR conference in Louisville, Ky., in 2019. “The event exceeded our expectations,” said Jeff Burnstein, president of the Association for Advancing Automation. “In Louisville, we had 430 people for one day, and this year's event had double the exhibitors.” “Other events have recorded 70% of pre-pandemic attendance, so for us to do 50% better…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.79
April 10, 2019
…industrial robotic arms, Kinema technology will help our mobile manipulation robots tackle a wide variety of complex real-world tasks.” Pick joins Boston Dynamics’ recently upgraded Handle platform in addressing the logistics industry. Last week, Boston Dynamics released a video of Handle performing both multi-SKU palletizing and depalletizing to conveyor tasks. While development continues on Handle, Boston Dynamics plans to sell and support Pick for interested customers starting now. Sachin Chitta, founder of Kinema Systems said, “Boston Dynamics’ reputation for innovation fits perfectly with our mission of developing the next generation of vision-enabled warehouse robots.” The team at Kinema Systems will…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.77
October 30, 2023
…The Seattle-based NVIDIA Robotics Research Lab focuses on robot manipulation, perception and physics-based simulation. It is part of NVIDIA Research, which includes more than 300 people around the world researching topics such as AI, computer graphics, computer vision, and autonomous vehicles. The company said its team will present 15 papers at CoRL, which will be from Nov. 6 to 9 in Atlanta. Many of them will describe simulation-to-real findings that enable imitation learning, perception, segmentation, and tracking in robotics. NVIDIA to share advances in robot learning For contact-rich manipulation tasks using imitation learning, NVIDIA said its researchers have developed novel…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.73
November 21, 2022
Recording: February 22, 2023 at 2:00 EST
Dexterous manipulation has been particularly challenging for robotics developers and suppliers. Advances in machine vision, machine learning, motion control, and end-of-arm tooling are allowing robots to more accurately pick mixed items in varied orientations. This has implications for e-commerce order fulfillment, parts inspection, recycling, and other supply chain and manufacturing applications. In this webcast, the expert panelists will discuss how automated piece picking can now meet industry needs. Date: Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023 (Note new date!) Time: 2:00 p.m. EST From human guidance to AI and sensor fusion, this Robotics 24/7 Roundtable will look at the current state of the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.69
April 30, 2021
…They explained their work in improving robotic perception for manipulation. Augmenting visual perception “Our origins were in motors and linkages, and it was a natural progression to the robotics space,” said Sullivan. “We were working on computer vision, and as we try to move to more diverse applications, we'd like to have robots manipulate objects in a more humanlike fashion. For example, robots need the capability to do complex things, like blind grasping in a high cabinet, which humans can do with their sense of touch. We can feel the pose, adjust grasp, and adjust for slipping better than robots.”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.65
March 27, 2022
…in real time using advanced auto-identification and item-specific robotic manipulation technology, said the company. BG RPPi also passes data to autobagging equipment to create labels and package the items for shipping. The system is compatible with leading autobagging brands, including Pregis and CMC, with additional integration partners in development. Retailers and e-commerce providers can use BG RPPi for “touchless” autobagging, Berkshire Grey said. They can increase throughput capacity without needing to add labor, it said. In addition, the system allows for 24/7 autonomous operations, better use of sustainable packaging, and higher returns on investment (ROI) from existing equipment, according to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.54
October 18, 2023
…shopping season. It is also testing Agility Robotics' mobile manipulation system. The new system, Sequoia, is already operating at an Amazon fulfillment center in Houston. Based on a series of research and development efforts at Amazon, Sequoia integrates multiple robots to containerize inventory into totes. It combines mobile robots, gantry systems, robotic arms, and a new ergonomic employee workstation. “From our latest robotic arms like Sparrow and Cardinal, to our first autonomous mobile robot, Proteus, we’re excited to see the impact our technology is having in Amazon’s operations,” wrote Scott Dresser, vice president of Amazon Robotics, in a blog post.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.48
February 03, 2021
…pick, place and sort them into complete end-customer orders. Kindred’s CORE with AutoGrasp combines AI-powered machine vision, grasping and manipulation algorithms that handle a range of merchandise, including deformable items such as polybags. Kindred uses cutting-edge AI research and human-in-the-loop data methodology to continuously improve robot capabilities so that picking becomes smarter, faster and more accurate over time. CORE with AutoGrasp is continually enhancing the platform’s capabilities and providing critical business intelligence to inform decisions and increase productivity. Kindred SORT robots have picked more than 100 million units in production to date.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.46
June 21, 2021
…the challenges facing robotics developers working on navigation and manipulation is the need for good data for machine learning. For applications in warehouses to factories and fields, roboticists rely on simulation to accelerate testing and address potential edge cases. NVIDIA Corp. today announced the open beta of its Isaac Sim engine, which includes several new features. Isaac Sim, which is built on NVIDIA's Omniverse platform, now includes support for multiple cameras and sensors, compatibility with ROS 2, the ability to import CAD [computer-aided design] assets, and synthetic data generation and domain randomization. These features will help designers train a wide…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.34
June 10, 2022
…more about the benefits of remote controls. Flexiv team members described how its systems can be used in medical manipulation, hazardous materials, and service scenarios.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.27
May 13, 2024
…partnership, Zion will offer Agility’s Digit bipedal humanoid mobile manipulation robot (MMR) to the supply chain industry. While many companies have turned to automation to increase warehouse efficiency and productivity, Agility said there remain a series of tasks that are difficult to automate and nearly impossible to keep filled due to high turnover, high injury rates, and an ever-growing labor gap. Agility said its humanoid robots are designed to execute exactly these types of monotonous bulk material handling and movement tasks that connect isolated manual and automated workflows. Zion works with its customers to design intelligent concepts and address complex…
