AWS re:Invent 2024: NVIDIA advances physical AI with accelerated robotics simulation on AWS
December 3, 2024
At AWS re:Invent 2024, NVIDIA announced that Isaac Sim now runs on Amazon EC2 G6e instances accelerated by NVIDIA L40S GPUs, boosting robotics simulation scaling, and faster AI...
Stanford University opens Robotics Center, unites robot expertise under one roof
December 3, 2024
The new Stanford Robotics Center opened on November 1, bringing together the University’s robotics researchers under one roof for research, education and collaboration.
Flexiv unveils Elements Series 3 adaptive robot control system update
December 2, 2024
Flexiv announced the launch of Elements Series 3, the latest update of its adaptive robot control system allowing for simpler robotic application development and simulation.
Algorized secures funding for people-sensing technology for safe human-machine interaction
November 29, 2024
Alogirzed, an AI-powered platform, secured $4.3 million in seed funding to further innovate people-sensing technology and make human-machine interactions safer.
AutoStore, Bastian Solutions expands automated fulfillment partnership with PUMA
November 28, 2024
AutoStore and Bastian Solutions expanded their automated fulfillment partnership with global sports brand PUMA in November, opening a new distribution center in Phoenix, Ariz.
Gartner Hype Cycle: Rising adoption, fast-growing advanced mobile robot market for supply chains
November 27, 2024
In Gartner’s Nov. 2024 Hype Cycle for Mobile Robots and Drones, advanced mobile robots will see further adoption and a fast-growing supply chain market.
Brightpick raises $12 million to accelerate AI robot rollout in United States
November 26, 2024
Brightpick announced it has raised another $12 million in funding, bringing the company’s total to $47 million, and will further accelerate deployment of its Autopicker AI robot.
Photoneo, Neousys Technology partner for high-performance computing, advanced 3D imaging
November 26, 2024
Photoneo and Neousys Technology announced a strategic partnership that will see Neosys merge its high-performance computing platforms with Photoneo’s advanced 3D imaging technology.
DEEP Robotics launches Lynx all-terrain, off-road robot
November 25, 2024
DEEP Robotics launched its new Lynx all-terrain, off-road robot, capable of climbing steps and steep slopes, and priced under $20,000.
Gather AI expands inventory intelligence offering into freezer, cold storage warehouses
November 23, 2024
Gather AI has expanded its inventory intelligence drone technology into controlled room temperature environments, including freezer and cold storage warehouses.
A3 President Jeff Burnstein pens letter to Donald Trump to support U.S. manufacturing, automation
November 22, 2024
A3 President Jeff Burnstein wrote to President-Elect Donald Trump to ask the incoming administration to support U.S. manufacturing, automation and high-paying jobs.
MassRobotics, Chewy launch CHAMP Challenge to drive innovation in robotics for warehouse automation
November 21, 2024
MassRobotics and Chewy announced the launch of the CHAMP (Chewy Autonomous Mobile Picking) Challenge, inviting developers to tackle pressing picking issues in warehouse automation.
Pickle Robot closes $50 million Series B, secures 30+ new order for Unload robots
November 20, 2024
Pickle Robot closed on a $50 million Series B funding round and secured over 30 orders for the company’s Unload Systems to utilize automation to unload trucks.
FANUC introduces M-950iA industrial robot with up to 500 kg payload capability
November 19, 2024
FANUC introduced its new M-950iA heavyweight industrial robot, capable of lifting up to 500 kg and capable of working in tight workspaces with wide-range motion and precision.
ANYbotics opens San Francisco office
November 18, 2024
Industrial quadruped inspection robot provider ANYbotics opened an office in San Francisco, leveraging the Silicon Valley robotics region to deliver faster local customer support.
Agility Robotics to deploy humanoids with Schaeffler Group
November 15, 2024
Schaeffler Group has made a minority investment in Agility Robotics. The companies announced at Web Summit that Schaeffler will deploy Digit humanoid mobile manipulation robots.
Karl Iagnemma becomes Vecna Robotics CEO
November 13, 2024
In addition to closing $14.5 million in additional funding, Vecna Robotics has welcomed Karl Iagnemma as CEO, who brings experience from developing autonomous vehicle technology.
Brain Corp AMRs scan over 250 billion square feet
November 12, 2024
After 19 million hours of autonomous operation across 37,000 AMRs enabled by BrainOS AI software, Brain Corp has covered 250 billion square feet of space globally.
LUCID Vision Labs launches Triton2 event-based camera
November 11, 2024
In collaboration with Sony and Prophesee, LUCID launched its Triton2 EVS event-based 2.5GigE camera, featuring the IMX636 and IMX637 event-based vision sensors.
Amazon Prime Air drones take flight in Phoenix, Ariz.
November 8, 2024
Amazon Prime Air’s MK30 drones have received FAA approval to fly beyond pilots’ visual line of sight, allowing same-day deliveries under five pounds from the Tolleson, Ariz. site.
