Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 20.26
October 17, 2024
Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) announced that the companies will join forces, combining two of the world’s leaders in artificial intelligence and robotics. The research partnership aims to accelerate the development of general-purpose humanoid robots utilizing TRI’s Large Behavior Models and Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot. Partnership looks to push humanoid research further Boston Dynamics has a longstanding reputation for advances in humanoids, from extreme mobility to bimanual manipulation. The latest generation of Atlas is the result of years of hardware/software co-design aimed at building the most capable humanoid platform, both in terms of physical capability and software interfaces…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.25
March 25, 2024
…arms to perform vision-based tasks across a variety of industries. “We are incredibly excited about the possibilities that our recent fundraising opens up,” said Miika Satori, CEO of Cambrian Robotics. “Our primary goals are to enhance the scalability of the product and strengthen our sales and operations in our main target markets. In addition, we are bringing new AI-vision-based skills to robot arms, further pushing boundaries in the field of robotics.” Cambrian’s executive team, led by Satori, has over 50 years of combined experience in AI and Robotics. Joao Seabra, CTO, is an award-winning roboticist, and Dr. Alexandre Borghi, head…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.09
March 06, 2024
…Chain, FedEx, General Electric, GXO Logistics, Moderna, Siemens, Target, Toyota, and UPS. In addition, the 2023 keynote session focused on how clothing provider Ariat International reimagined its operations by automating its warehouses. Matthew S. Hardenberg, vice president of distribution for Ariat International, was joined by John Santagate, vice president of robotics for Körber Supply Chain Software, and Randy Randolph, vice president of channels & partnerships at Geekplus America. This year’s event will highlight new developments in these applications and more. How to speak at the 2024 Robotics Applications Conference For RAC’ 24, Peerless Media is looking for submissions from robot…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.63
January 11, 2024
…and Translink Capital, along with existing investors S2G Ventures, Toyota Ventures, F-Prime Capital and Cibus Capital. As part of the round, Brian Rich, managing partner with Catalyst Investors, and Kaz Kikuchi from Translink Capital, will join the company’s Board. Burro is an autonomy company building the future of work outdoors. The company was founded in 2017 and began with a mobility platform designed to help customers meet rising wages and a shrinking workforce. Today, Burro has more than 300 robots working as harvest assist robots in nurseries and permanent crops, where they tow trailers autonomously, patrol depot yards, and serve…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.35
October 06, 2023
…Analysis cited both the continued growth of the warehouse industry and Geek+’s dominant position in both the order-fulfillment and AMR categories. The announcement of the new global market-share rankings from Interact Analysis placed Geek+ in the No. 1 spots for both order-fulfillment and mobile robots, marking the fifth year in a row where the company has been ranked first in AMRs. “These rankings show that our products, led by our shelf-to-person solutions, are uniquely designed to fit retailers' needs for flexible and fast order fulfillment across the globe,” said Yong Zheng, Geek+ founder and CEO. “Our teams develop systems designed…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.61
September 28, 2023
…of cutting-edge technologies advance its business and the logistics industry as a whole. Recently, UPS made several improvements in its operations targeting specific processes that can be repetitive and physically demanding such as pick and place, loading and unloading, and moving irregularly sized shipments. UPS is using pick-and-place technologies from Dexterity, Fortna, and Plus One Robotics to help employees sort small packages. That task requires repetitive motion and can be inconsistent as it flexes with customer demands. Once implemented, the technology will make these jobs easier, safer, and offer a better overall experience for UPS employees, said the company. UPS…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.76
September 06, 2023
…Investment Co. and James Kuffner, CEO of Woven by Toyota. The global market for just palletizing robots could expand by $1.7 billion at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.71% from 2022 to 2027, according to Research and Markets. Similarly, Fact.MR predicted a CAGR of 9.4%, with that market reaching $10.1 billion by 2033. Mujin plans for growth What will Mujin do next in this growing market? Josh Cloer, director of sales at Mujin, replied to the following questions from Robotics 24/7: What are your plans for the capital? Josh Cloer, Mujin Cloer: Our plan is to continue the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.79
September 05, 2023
…along with Pegasus Tech Ventures in Silicon Valley, 7 Industries in the Netherlands, corporate investor Accenture, and angel investor Dr. James Kuffner. Kuffner was Diankov's advisor during his Ph.D. program at Carnegie Mellon University and is now CEO of Woven by Toyota. “This Series C funding is a significant milestone for Mujin, a company that has pioneered intelligent automation technology since 2011,” said Kuffner. “Mujin can accelerate and expand its delivery of truly state-of-the-art advanced industrial robotic solutions to customers globally, strengthening its position as the technology market leader.” SBI Investment stated: “We are very proud to be working with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.74
August 24, 2023
…Celesta Capital, Mayfield, and DNS Capital. Other investors include automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers such as BMW iVentures, Toyota Ventures, Bosch, Continental, Forvia, and FluxUnit-OSRAM Ventures. “Having been in the automotive and autonomous driving industry for decades, it became clear that autonomous capabilities would only be able to go so far when using existing technology,” said Dr. Yvonne Lutsch, investment principal at Bosch Ventures. Recogni has proven that to move the industry forward, it requires purpose-built technology that is powerful, flexible, and easy to integrate,” she said. “And Recogni continues to demonstrate their credibility as an autonomous technology provider.”
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 32.30
August 07, 2023
…Inc. held a joint venture signing ceremony today with Toyota Motor (China) Investment Co. and GAC Toyota Motor Co. The three parties said they will work together toward mass production and large-scale deployment of fully self-driving robotaxis. Founded in 2016, Pony.ai said its goal is “to bring safe, sustainable, and accessible mobility to the entire world.” The Fremont, Calif.-based company, which raised Series D funding last year, has been rapidly extending its autonomous vehicle technologies at multiple sites. Pony.ai said its systems have driven more than 24 million km (14.9 million mi.) in autonomous testing and operation on open roads…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.25
July 28, 2023
…to The Raymond Corp. At recent trade shows, the Toyota Industries Company demonstrated how its technologies fit into customer processes. Raymond provides hardware and software for intralogistics operations. The Greene, N.Y.-based company's high-capacity 5600 Orderpicker this week received a gold award in the actuators, motors, and drives category in Plant Engineering's 2023 “Product of the Year” program. Robotics 24/7 spoke with Martin Buena-Franco, product marketing manager of automation at Raymond, about the company's lift trucks, telematics, and service strategy. Areas of customer interest This past spring, there were plenty of trade shows—what products received the most interest? Buena-Franco: A big…
