Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.69
July 27, 2021
…it is the first company to offer advanced, automated tractor-trailer hitching capabilities. This patent-pending technology is now available as part of the Outrider System, which automates distribution yards for large enterprises. More than 10 billion tons of freight moves across the U.S. annually, and most of that freight passes through distribution yards in trailers, said the Golden, Colo.-based company. “Nearly all the food we eat, the clothes we wear, and the materials we use are transported by trucks and trailers,” said Andrew Smith, founder and CEO of Outrider. “Outrider automates yard operations, helping enterprises improve the efficiency and safety of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.65
July 18, 2021
…crops. The other is a dystopia in which large, tractor-like robots subdue the landscape through heavy machinery and artificial chemicals. Daum described the utopian scenario as a mosaic of rich, green fields, streams, and wild flora and fauna, where fleets of small agricultural robots fueled by sustainable energy flit around the fields, their whirrs intermixed with insect chirps and birdsong. “It's like a Garden of Eden,” wrote Daum, a research fellow at the University of Hohenheim in Germany studying agricultural development strategies. “Small robots could help conserve biodiversity and combat climate change in ways that were not possible before.” He…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.37
June 29, 2021
…mobile robot (AMR) line for with the Palion Tow Tractor, Palion Pallet Truck, and its new Palion Lift. In addition, it has formed the Blue Labs in-house research and development team. “New use cases for mobile automation applications continue to emerge, and our customers are seeking to rapidly expand and evolve with Seegrid as their automation partner,” stated Jim Rock, CEO of Seegrid. “The addition of the RaaS model underscores our commitment to delivering industry-leading material handling solutions in the manner that best aligns with our customers’ business needs.” Jeff Christensen, vice president of product Seegrid, replied to the following…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.65
June 21, 2021
…a worldwide presence. It has developed methane-powered and autonomous tractor concept vehicles. The company's industrial brands include Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, and Steyr for tractors and agricultural machinery; Case and New Holland Construction for earth-moving equipment; and Iveco for commercial vehicles. They also include Iveco Bus and Heuliez Bus for buses and coaches; Iveco Astra for quarry and construction vehicles, Magirus for firefighting vehicles, Iveco Defence Vehicles for defense, and FPT Industrial for engines and transmissions. Raven Industries has three business divisions: Applied Technology for precision agriculture, Engineered Films for high-performance specialty films, and Aerostar for aerospace. The company…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.86
June 15, 2021
…that must operate reliably in various climates. Farms require tractors that can carry fertilizers and herbicide sprayers, and harvest thousands of acres of crops on various terrains. Unmanned aerial vehicles and drones can experience extreme shock and vibration while flying in harsh environments. Point-of-care ultrasounds and patient monitors require consistent operation over long lifetimes. NVIDIA said Jetson AGX Xavier Industrial provides the features necessary to bring autonomy to all of these machines. Software support and availability Powered by the NVIDIA CUDA-X accelerated computing stack and JetPack SDK support, Jetson AGX Xavier Industrial is a fully software-defined platform enabling cloud-native capabilities.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.76
June 14, 2021
…feedback on customer freight moved with a Class 8 tractor operating at this level of autonomy,” said Craig Harper, chief sustainability officer and executive vice president at J.B. Hunt. “While we believe there will be a need for highly skilled, professional drivers for many years to come, it is important for J.B. Hunt as an industry leader to be involved early in the development of advanced autonomous technologies and driving systems to ensure that their implementation will improve efficiency while enhancing safety.” Companies to consider fleets, long-term partnership Through the collaboration, J.B. Hunt and Waymo will explore how autonomous driving…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 35.06
June 09, 2021
…the release of Series 8 of its Palion Tow Tractor, which includes its updated Smart Path guidance system. Over the past year, the Pittsburgh-based company has been adding artificial intelligence capabilities to its Palion Pallet Truck and Palion Lift autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). Seegrid said its commitment to innovation and safety help it stand out in an increasingly competitive AMR market. Jeff Christensen, vice president of product at Seegrid, answered the following questions from Robotics 24/7: What does Seegrid mean by saying that the Palion Tow Tractor has “enhanced understanding”—what can the Series 8 do that its predecessors couldn't? Christensen:…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.03
June 08, 2021
…the availability of Series 8 of its Palion Tow Tractor. The Pittsburgh-based company said the latest version of its automated tow tractor includes enhanced Smart Path technology, increasing a robot fleet's ability to comprehend and make decisions while moving materials in dynamic, high-traffic facilities. Seegrid said its autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) have been reliably serving the manufacturing, e-commerce, and logistics sectors for more than 5 million miles. Last year, it upgraded its Palion Pallet Truck and unveiled its Palion Lift AMR. The company also recently formed its Blue Labs in-house research and development team. “We are proud to continue delivering…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.12
May 29, 2021
…for obstructions and instruct the robotic truck or tow tractor to move or stop accordingly. Expanding use of robotic lift trucks can also help operators overcome labor shortages, said Kӧrber and BALYO. Rather than replacing employees, the technology enables people to carry out more valuable tasks while working alongside the robots, they said. “Flexibility, adaptability and precision are everything in today’s supply chain,” explained Nishan Wijemanne, global leader for AMRs at Körber Supply Chain. “Our partnership with BALYO is a testament to Körber’s dedication to offer the right tools to make this a reality.” “Robotics bring a new level of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.58
May 28, 2021
…and managing high-value enterprise assets such as industrial trucks, tractor trailers, containers, cargo, and vehicles and truck fleets. Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas and its group companies offer materials handling equipment, automation, and fleet support. The Houston-based company's portfolio includes Mitsubishi forklift trucks, Cat lift trucks, Rocla autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), UniCarriers forklifts, and Jungheinrich warehouse and automation products. “PowerFleet’s innovative technology and Mitsubishi Logisnext America’s advanced material handling equipment are a powerful combination,” stated John Sneddon, executive vice president of sales and marketing at Logisnext. “PowerFleet’s Enterprise Telematics is a first-class technology solution, empowering customers to more effectively manage their fleet…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.49
April 26, 2021
…five things going on in the equipment behind the tractor, which is where most of the activity happens.” “Farmers are the ultimate multitaskers and micromanagers,” he added. The reality is that the typical farmer is managing lots of tasks. The load is significant, and windows of time are very compressed. They're spending 18 to 20 hours in a cab managing not only a dozen tasks at once, but also 70 million plants in a field.” “People do not realize that the number of people to do that work is going down all the time. There has been a 10% reduction…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.79
April 25, 2021
…system for farming equipment such as grain combine harvesters, tractors, and sprayers. It includes an autonomous unit to manage farm equipment, a video camera, a display, a set of connecting cables, and other control system elements. The user interface is available via an Android mobile app for smartphones or rugged tablets. The AI system analyzes images from just one video camera, according to Andrey Zuev, public relations and marketing executive at Cognitive Pilot. By using a deep learning convolutional neural network fine-tuned for agronomic purposes, it can understand the types and positions of objects facing the machinery, build movement trajectories,…
