Stratom Launches Summit Off-Road Autonomy Platform for Vehicles in Complex Environments
April 25, 2022
Stratom said its new Summit modular software platform is designed for flexibility, safety, and easy implementation of autonomous systems for indoor, outdoor, and off-road applications.
Orbbec Unveils Persee+ 3D Camera With Integrated Processing
April 25, 2022
Orbbec said it has updated its Persee+ 3D camera and integrated computer to add machine learning capabilities to help developers of robotics and other intelligent systems.
How to Manage Your Autonomous Mobile Robot Return on Investment
April 24, 2022
To get the most out of a mobile robot fleet, set clear goals and use good data tools and practices, recommend experts at InOrbit, Vecna Robotics, MiR, and JMP Solutions.
Agility Robotics Raises Series B to Put Digit Robots Alongside Humans in Warehouses
April 22, 2022
Agility Robotics, which has developed the Digit humanoid robot for warehouses, has raised $150 million from investors including Amazon to grow its staff and scale production.
Meijer Donates $1M to Clean Up Midwest Lakeshores Using Drones, Robots, and Stormwater Filtration
April 22, 2022
Meijer recently announced it was going to be giving the Council of the Great Lakes Region $1 million to help clean up regional beaches and waterways.
Geek+ Releases New Picking Station to Work With P-Series Robots
April 22, 2022
Adding to its portfolio of warehouse management services, Geek+ has released new goods to person system designed to improve safety, throughput, and efficiency.
Gideon Launches Trey Autonomous Forklift for Trailer Loading and Unloading
April 22, 2022
Gideon said its Trey autonomous forklift can safely and consistently load and unload pallets from truck trailers. Koch Disruptive Technologies and DB Schenker welcomed the new robot.
Why Robots Need to See
April 21, 2022
To achieve truly intelligent autonomous behavior, navigation systems need to deliver human-level, 3D visual perception.
10 MassRobotics Resident Startups to Watch
April 21, 2022
MassRobotics' headquarters and co-working space in Boston's Seaport District hosts numerous innovative startups. Here's a look at several from a recent site visit.
Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund Invests in BionicHIVE, Other Supply Chain Robotics Startups
April 21, 2022
The Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund has invested in five supply chain technology startups, including BionicHIVE, Agility Robotics, Mantis Robotics, Modjoul, and Vimaan.
Rapyuta Robotics Obtains Series C Funding for Collaborative Mobile Picking Robots
April 21, 2022
Rapyuta Robotics, which claims to be the leader in cloud-based, collaborative mobile robots for picking in Japan, has raised a total of $81 million to date as it expands.
Addverb Technologies and Davinci Micro Fulfillment Partner to Expand Shipping Operations
April 20, 2022
Addverb Technologies is working with Davinci Micro Fulfillment as it scales up e-commerce fulfillment center operations in North America.
Seegrid Mobile Robots Make Material Flow More Reliable at Sumitomo Drive Technologies
April 20, 2022
Seegrid helped Sumitomo Drive Technologies haul parts and equipment between an existing assembly facility and a new warehouse with the Seegrid Palion Tow Tractor.
Savioke Relay Service Robots Get to Work in Seven Seaview Investors Hotels
April 20, 2022
Savioke said its Relay and Relay+ robots will provide contact-free room service at each of Seaview's California hotels in what it claimed is a U.S. hospitality industry first.
MHS Global and Fortna to Merge, Forming Materials Handling Multinational
April 19, 2022
MHS, which provides materials handling automation and integration services, said its combination with Fortna's warehouse operating software, will give end-to-end support for logistics providers.
Boston Dynamics VP Discusses Development of Stretch Robot
April 19, 2022
Boston Dynamics has designed Stretch to unload boxes from trucks, building on the technologies from its previous robots, says Kevin Blankespoor.
Nonprofit Noblis Awarded Patent for Autonomous Machine Coordination System for Federal Use
April 15, 2022
Nonprofit organization Noblis announced it has won a patent for a new system aimed to better manage autonomous fleets on the ground, in the air, or on the water.
Mobile Industrial Robots Partners With River Capital Finance to Help Warehouses Adopt Automation
April 14, 2022
Mobile Industrial Robots' systems could be more accessible to U.S. warehouse operators of all sizes with River Capital Finance's new leasing options.
Kärcher and Brain Corp Introduce First Professional Robotic Floor Scrubber
April 14, 2022
Karcher has added the KIRA B 100 R robotic floor scrubber, which uses Brain Corp's BrainOS for safe operations in public spaces, to its offerings. It includes an intuitive user interface.
Haomo Raises Series A+ Funding in Attempt to Pull Ahead in Chinese Self-Driving Race
April 14, 2022
Haomo.AI, which has raised millions from investors including the Bank of China, plans to spend its latest funding on hiring and R&D for Level 2 to 4 autonomous vehicles.
