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Mecademic Launches MicroDASH SCARA Automation Series

October 9, 2023 · Mecademic said the MicroDASH MCS500’s compact design and low weight provide a good balance of precision, flexibility, and reliability.

ResGreen Partners With Intellistore to Distribute Logistics Automation Across the U.S.

October 9, 2023 · Intellistore is joining ResGreen’s distributor network to help promote integrated automation and AI across its U.S. customer base.

Robotics as a service (RaaS) catching fire

October 9, 2023 · Not only do some autonomous mobile robot suppliers see robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) as their go-to way of providing solutions, the model is starting to catch on for other, larger forms of robotic systems with more fixed infrastructure.

Industrial Mobile Robot Safety Standard Now Available, A3 Announces at Pittsburgh Conference

October 9, 2023 · Industrial mobile robot deployments will get more clarity with the latest safety standard, which covers safe systems integration.

Exotec Provides Goods to Person Automation at Over 100 Warehouses Around the World

October 9, 2023 · Exotec said it plans to hire more than 200 employees by the end of the year as it continues to expand its warehouse automation presence in Asia, Europe, and North America.

JOUAV Designs Commercial VTOL Drones to Navigate Industry Trends

October 8, 2023 · JOUAV has developed industrial vertical takeoff and landing uncrewed aerial systems that it said use AI and modular payloads to gather data for inspection, security, and other uses.

Near Earth Autonomy and Kaman Air Vehicles Secure U.S. Army Contract for Heavy Lift VTOL Capability

October 7, 2023 · Near Earth Autonomy and Kaman have secured a new contract to demonstrate a modular uncrewed aerial system for resupplying troops, conducting surveillance, and other missions.

Machina Labs Raises $32M for AI-Driven Manufacturing

October 6, 2023 · Machina Labs has raised $32 million funding for simulation, AI, and robotics to enable more flexible metals manufacturing.

Geek+ Ranked as Global Market Leader in Order Fulfillment Mobile Robots

October 6, 2023 · Geek+ claimed the top spot in Interact Analysis' global rankings for both order fulfillment and autonomous mobile robots.

Swisslog names Jens Schmale as new CEO effective start of 2024

October 5, 2023 · Jens Schmale is next in line for Swisslog CEO as Antonio Trioschi announces upcoming retirement. Giulia Colombi to lead the EMEA region.

Safety Standards and Mobile Robot Top Modules: The Questions You Should Be Asking

October 5, 2023 · Safety standards in Europe can also be applied to autonomous mobile robots and top modules in other locations, providing a framework for users to ensure necessary functionality, said ROEQ.

Suhner Promises Precise Finishing With EFC-02 Active Compliance System

October 5, 2023 · Suhner said its EFC-02 system is designed for ease of use and customization while providing accurate force and acceleration measurements.

Conventional warehousing update

October 4, 2023 · From racks to lift truck power utilization and safety, conventional warehouses have many options to maximize productivity.

Fizyr Wins 2023 AI TechAward for Visual, Image Machine Learning

October 4, 2023 · Fizyr has been recognized in the AI TechAwards for its vision-based AI, which is intended to improve robot performance in variable logistics tasks such as picking.

Vayu Robotics Emerges From Stealth, Promises Low Cost Sensing, Mobility

October 4, 2023 · Vayu Robotics is applying experience in AI and mobile robots to develop a "foundation model for mobility" and low-cost sensing technology.

Locus Robotics Fulfillment Systems Now Available in Italy and Poland

October 3, 2023 · Locus Robotics said its autonomous mobile robots and warehouse software are now available in more European countries.

Robotics Developer Builds Autonomous Wheelchair With NVIDIA Jetson

October 3, 2023 · NVIDIA Jetson enabled one robotics developer to build an autonomous wheelchair designed to be affordable and to use AI at the edge.

Interroll Launches Conveyor Module for MiR Robots, Optimizes Own Internal Logistics

October 3, 2023 · Interroll said the combination of its light conveyor top module with the MiR250 mobile robot has significantly reduced manual handling and transportation times.

Trimble Provides Advanced Path Planning, Data Collection to Enable Agile Response

October 2, 2023 · Trimble discusses how autonomy plus precise data collection can provide operational flexibility across industries and applications.

ForwardX Robotics Collaborates With DHL to Support Shipping Expansion

October 2, 2023 · ForwardX Flex 300-S mobile robots are helping a DHL warehouse support 600 to 1,000 coffee shops efficiently and accurately.

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