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Mujin Secures $85M Series C to Enable Further Robotics Innovation

September 5, 2023 · Mujin, whose MujinController platform is intended to make it easier to deploy robotics applications, will use the funding to make it more available to integrators and end users.

Mujin secures $85 million in Series C funding

September 5, 2023 · Japan’s fastest-growing intelligent robotics company, Mujin, secures capital to pave the way for a new era of robotic automation.

Dexory Robot to Expand Warehouse Visibility for Linkline

September 5, 2023 · Dexory is providing a modular mobile robot so U.K. logistics provider Linkline can gain real-time visibility into its operations.

Go4Robotics Offers IFR Advice on Reshoring and Robotics

September 4, 2023 · Go4Robotics is a new online resource from the International Federation of Robotics for small and midsize enterprises explaining how robots can augment existing labor.

Humanoid Robot Holy Grail: Decoding the Language of Human Touch

September 3, 2023 · The sense of touch is something humans take for granted, but recent advances promise to make robots safer and more useful, in contrast to the hype and fears around humanoid robots.

Care Robot Acceptance Tied to Ethical Perceptions, Report University Researchers

September 2, 2023 · Care robot demand may be rising because of aging populations and a shortage of human healthcare workers, but privacy and feedback are key concerns.

B&R to Feature Adaptive Automation for Packaging at PACK EXPO

September 1, 2023 · B&R will show at PACK EXPO Codian open mechanics, which are integrated with its robot controls for precise pick-and-place tasks such as food handling.

Soft Robotics to Demonstrate mGripAI for Food Picking at PACK EXPO 2023

September 1, 2023 · Soft Robotics will show how mGripAI, which combines machine vision, compliant grippers, and AI for dexterous picking, can pick and pack food at PACK EXPO.

Warehouse Automation 101: The Basics

September 1, 2023 · Throughout the world, warehouses and distribution facilities are turning to automation solutions to modernize their facility with the goals of streamlining processes, increasing productivity, and enhancing overall operational efficiency. Download this doc to learn more.

UR20 Cobot From Universal Robots Stretches Out to Welding at FABTECH 2023

September 1, 2023 · The UR20 cobot will be among the exhibits for increasing productivity, improving quality, and maintaining end effectors at Universal Robots and partner booths.

North America robot orders drop for second quarter

August 31, 2023 · Association for Advancing Automation’s latest report shows 37% fewer robots were purchased in April through June of 2023 than during the same period in 2022, a record year; downturn exacerbated by slow economy and high interest rates.

Detect Quality Issues Faster and Make Better Decisions With R-Series 3D Scanning Systems

August 31, 2023 · Creaform said its R-Series, which includes the MetraSCAN 3D-R scanner and CUBE-R turnkey cell, enables automated quality control to be highly accurate, fast, and efficient.

Caltech Aims All Terrain M4 Morphobot at NASA Mars Mission

August 31, 2023 · Caltech, Northeastern University, and NASA Jet Propulsion Lab have developed the Multi-Modality Mobility Morphobot to fly, drive, walk, and combine motions for dynamic travel.

Epson to Exhibit Robotics and Labeling Systems at PACK EXPO 2023

August 31, 2023 · Epson will show at PACK EXPO how its GX8, IntelliFlex, VT6L, and ColorWorks systems can accelerate labeling processes for packaging.

Hirebotics to Demonstrate New Welding and Cutting Products, Capabilities at FABTECH 2023

August 31, 2023 · Hirebotics will show its latest versions of Cobot Welder and Cobot Cutter systems, as well as new Beacon software capabilities and robot rentals.

North American Robot Orders Drop for a Second Quarter, Reports A3

August 31, 2023 · North American robot orders declined for the second quarter in a row, as non-automotive and automotive purchases evened out and unemployment remained low.

Runner Group Automates Internal Logistics for Kitchenware With MiR Robots

August 30, 2023 · Runner Group built a smart factory to meet changing demand for kitchen goods, and it deployed a dozen systems from Mobile Industrial Robots for ease of use.

Meltio Software Enables Robot Arms to Accurately Create 3D Printed Metal Designs

August 30, 2023 · Meltio said Meltio Space works with robot arms from major vendors, includes collision avoidance and simulation features, and is easy for beginners to use.

ABB to Show the Latest Collaborative Robots for Metal Fabrication at FABTECH 2023

August 30, 2023 · ABB Robotics plans to show how its GoFa 12 cobot arm can help shops of all sizes automate welding with minimal programming experience and still attain high precision and repeatability.

Apex.AI Provides Software for Krone and Lemken Autonomous Agricultural System

August 30, 2023 · Apex.AI said its high-performance development environment enables Krone and Lemken's prototype functions to be transferred to safety-certifiable farming products.

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