Humanoid robot developer Robot Era debuts XHand for object manipulation
August 12, 2024
Robot Era released its XHand, a human-like hand for object manipulation on its XBot-L humanoid robot with highly sensitive sensors and joints for data collection and feedback.
ARM Institute to fund $2.9 million for six new projects
August 12, 2024
ARM selected six U.S. manufacturing development projects from its 24-01 Project Call to receive $2.9 million in funding, including AI, cobot, and machine learning technology.
LG opens new Business Innovation Center showroom in New Jersey
August 11, 2024
LG Business Solutions USA opened its new Business Innovation Center in New Jersey with hands-on experiences with the company’s latest robot technologies, digital signage and more.
Mitsubishi Electric launches new robot series for heavier payloads, longer reach
August 10, 2024
Mitsubishi Electric launched its newest robot line, the RV-35/50/80FR series to handle large workpieces and heavy objects to expand automation opportunities for OEMs and end users.
Körber Supply Chain Software acquires MercuryGate transportation management system provider
August 9, 2024
Körber Supply Chain Software announced that it has acquired transportation management system provider MercuryGate, delivering increased flexibility, scalability and resiliency to customers.
Figure AI unveils second-generation humanoid robot Figure 02
August 8, 2024
Figure AI revealed its second-generation humanoid robot, Figure 02, with a revamped design and the addition of neural network technology via OpenAI.
Lumotive, Hokyu commercially release YLM-10LX 3D lidar sensor
August 7, 2024
Lumotive’s Light Control Metasurface optical beamforming technology equips Hokyu’s YLM-10LX 3D lidar sensor with solid-state beam steering for multiple simultaneous FOVs.
Soft Robotics divests hardware business to Schmalz, rebrands
August 6, 2024
Oxipital AI will focus on providing its deep-learning machine vision systems for manufacturing robotics after divesting its gripper hardware business to the Schmalz Group.
Meltio announces new partnership with Jupiter Machine Tool, Union MechaTronic
August 5, 2024
Meltio, Jupiter Machine Tool and Union MechaTronic signed an OEM manufacturing agreement that will develop and sell Jupiter JMT Hybrid CNC Machines with Meltio’s patented DED technology.
Nokia announces inventory-counting capability for AIMS
August 5, 2024
Nokia AIMS now includes an inventory-counting capability that can compare counts collected by autonomous drones against WMS and ERP using Nokia’s AI image recognition software.
A&K Robotics launches mobility pods at Vancouver airport
August 4, 2024
Through Innovate BC’s Integrated Marketplace, A&K Robotics will test its autonomous mobility pods at Vancouver International Airport with passengers starting in September.
Holman Logistics announces autonomous forklift initiative with Third Wave Automation
August 3, 2024
Holman Logistics and Third Wave Automation recently announced a partnership that will see Third Wave autonomous forklifts deployed at a Holman multi-client warehouse.
GreyOrange adds line of autonomous forklifts to Certified Ranger Network
August 2, 2024
GreyOrange announced that it has added a line of autonomous forklifts to its Certified Ranger network in an expansion of the company's Intralogistics and Case Pick Ranger portfolio.
Faulhaber motors equip STIWA small parts assembly modules
August 2, 2024
Faulhaber’s LM 1247 and BX 2250 motors have been integrated into STIWA’s LTM-CI modular small parts assembly system for tasks including picking and placing, welding, and labeling.
Mecalux outfits Moderna Products facility with pallet AS/RS
July 31, 2024
Mecalux outfitted Moderna Products Izegem, Belgium facility with an AS/RS and WMS to fully integrate its internal supply chain, from manufacturing to storage to order picking.
AES launches Maximo AI-enabled solar installation robot
July 30, 2024
Equipped with generative AI and machine learning capabilities, AES Corporation’s Maximo robotic vehicles will install solar modules at Amazon’s Bellenfield site starting in August.
Heartland Robotics Cluster pilots FAA drone educator course
July 29, 2024
The HRC hosted educational sessions ranging from grade-school level up to the FAA Aeronautical Knowledge Test for drones. Its Robotics and Automation Conference is set for Nov. 22.
Exotec opens Skypod system demo center near Seoul, Asia’s second showroom
July 28, 2024
Exotec opened a demo center for its Skypod system near Seoul, South Korea, allowing visitors to experience advanced warehouse automation offerings and connect with Exotec staff.
Yale Reliant forklift operator assist system recognized with three prestigious awards
July 26, 2024
Yale Lift Truck Technologies announced that its Reliant operator assistance system received three awards from multiple organizations for addressing operational safety in warehouses.
Foxglove digital twin helps Greenzie speed up troubleshooting
July 26, 2024
Autonomous commercial mower provider Greenzie chose Foxglove’s visualization, simulation, and digital twin software to improve its data management and troubleshooting process.
