Baker-Polito Administration Awards $4.4M Grant for New Boston University Robotics R&D Facility
May 6, 2022
The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative this week awarded Boston University more than $4 million for its new robotics facility.
Robotics CEOs Talk Warehouse Automation at Cascadia Connect
May 6, 2022
In Pittsburgh at the Cascadia Connect Robotics, Automation, and Artificial Intelligence investor conference, leaders of top robotics companies shared insights into the industry.
Toyota Material Handling Partners With Cornell Engineering on Forklift Learning Studio
May 6, 2022
Toyota Material Handling is working with Cornell University's Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering to bridge the gap between theory and commercial application, starting with forklifts.
Apex.AI Receives Strategic Investment From Daimler Truck for ApexOS Autonomy Technology
May 6, 2022
Apex.AI said Daimler Truck's strategic investment will help it continue developing its ApexOS safety-certified software suite for autonomous trucks, other vehicles, and mobile robots.
Berkshire Grey Announces BG FLEX Mobile Robot Platform for Faster Fulfillment
May 5, 2022
Berkshire Grey's BG FLEX modular platform, which uses AI and mobile robots to accelerate e-commerce order fulfillment and other warehouse operations, is now generally available.
Fictiv Raises Series E Funding to Accelerate Digital Manufacturing Adoption
May 5, 2022
Fictiv, which has raised $100 million, said its digital manufacturing ecosystem can rapidly deliver pricing, design feedback, and manufacturing and business services to speed time to market.
Nocturne Drones to Cooperate With Dedrone and Expand Portfolio in Drone Defense Systems
May 5, 2022
With an eye toward protecting audiences, Nocturne Drone announced it is working with DeDrone on a new defense system.
Clearpath Robotics and Open Robotics Launch TurtleBot 4 With ROS 2 Support
May 5, 2022
Clearpath and Open Robotics have been collaborating for 10 years, and TurtleBot 4 is the first version of the open-source mobile robot development platform to support ROS 2 out of the box.
Pittsburgh Robotics Network, Silicon Valley Robotics, and MassRobotics Announce Alliance at Cascadia Connect
May 4, 2022
The three biggest robotics clusters in the U.S. said at a Pittsburgh investor conference that they will share resources and better connect robotics companies with one another.
TuSimple Integrates With Werner Enterprises for Roadside Support Along its Autonomous Freight Network
May 4, 2022
TuSimple is working with Werner Enterprises on 24/7 roadside support of its self-driving, long-haul freight trucks. The company also reported its Q1 financial results.
Honeywell Updates Forge Enterprise Performance Management Software for Warehouses
May 4, 2022
Honeywell has released its spring 2022 enhancements to the Honeywell Forge EPM software-as-a-service offering, including modular software for monitoring warehouse assets such as automation.
Cybernetix Ventures Launches $50M Fund for Robotics, Automation, and AI Startups
May 4, 2022
Cybernetix Ventures was created by MassRobotics co-founder Fady Saad and sensor industry executive Mark Martin and already has $25 million committed. It said it is the first of its kind.
Fulfyld Picks inVia Robotics’ Automated Systems for Faster Order Fulfillment
May 3, 2022
Fulfyld, a third-party logistics provider, has chosen inVia's PickerWall system, Picker mobile robots, Logic AI-powered warehouse execution software, and Robot Operations Center for support.
Auris Health Surgical Robot System Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for Urological Procedures
May 3, 2022
Auris Health will soon start human clinical studies for its surgical robot system after receiving 510(k) clearance for bronchoscopy and urology from the FDA.
Automation Dawns on a New Day for Warehouses and Distribution Centers
May 3, 2022
Automation is rising to help fulfillment centers meet the challenges of labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and accelerated customer expectations, but be aware of integration challenges.
Solinftec Collects $60M to Grow Agricultural AI, Robotics in the Americas
May 3, 2022
Solinftec said it will apply its growth investment to expand its digital farm operations platform into new markets, as Lightsmith Group invests in "climate resilience solutions companies."
SLAMcore Raises Series A for Low Cost Spatial Understanding for Robots, the Metaverse
May 3, 2022
SLAMcore, which has developed AI to make vision-based localization and mapping more affordable for robotics developers, has raised $16 million. It already has more than 100 users, including Meta.
EasyRobotics Marks Change in Leadership, 1,000 Collaborative Robot Cells Installed
May 2, 2022
EasyRobotics founder Per Lachenmeier is handing over the CEO reins to Ander Kjempff, formerly COO, as the Danish cobot workcell provider continues its expansion to the U.S. and worldwide.
Robot Sales Boom in U.S. Manufacturing, Thanks to Strong Supplier Base, Finds Report
May 2, 2022
Robot suppliers and integrators have helped more U.S. users beyond automotive manufacturing adopt automation, even as most robot makers are based overseas, found HowToRobot, Gain & Co., and A3.
Relay Robotics Acquires Savioke, Raises $10M for Service Robot Expansion
May 2, 2022
Relay Robotics, formed with Series A funding from MK Capital, will continue Savioke's R&D and Relay mobile robot product line. It has also named Michael O'Donnell as chairman and...
