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Outrider Adds Robot Arms Using Deep Learning to Autonomous Yard Trucks

December 19, 2022 · Outrider said its patented TrailerConnect technology can robotically attach brake and electric lines from yard trucks to semi-trailers, recognizing their differences.

Embark Provides First Autonomous Truck to Knight-Swift as Part of Truck Transfer Program

December 19, 2022 · Embark Trucks has provided the first truck using its autonomy technology to carrier Knight-Swift for a Las Angeles-to-Phoenix route rather than operate the vehicle itself.

Indy Autonomous Challenge Returns to CES 2023 and Las Vegas Motor Speedway

December 18, 2022 · The Indy Autonomous Challenge is continuing to push the limits of self-driving cars with its next race at CES 2023, which will include new technologies and head-to-head matches.

Nala Robotics Showcases Robotic Dishwashing System

December 17, 2022 · Nala Robotics has released a robotic system capable of cleaning dishes in professional kitchens.

Walmart Begins Offering Drone Deliveries for Select Customers in Arizona, Florida, and Texas

December 16, 2022 · The news follows Walmart's early announcement this summer that it plans to expand its DroneUp network to an additional 4 million homes across six states.

Hyundai Mobis Announces Hotel, Last-Mile Delivery Robot Pilots and CES Mobility Displays

December 16, 2022 · Hyundai Mobis is piloting delivery service robots and plans for both indoor and outdoor deployments. It also plans to show concept autonomous vehicles at CES.

DIH Technology to Combine with Aurora Technology as Part of SPAC Merger

December 16, 2022 · The companies announced that they have signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to combine the companies.

Bosch Rexroth Opens Factory Automation Customer Innovation Center in Texas

December 16, 2022 · Bosch Rexroth's new facility in Round Rock, Texas, provides a space where customers can collaborate and develop automation prototypes with its technology experts

Intrinsic to Acquire Open Source Robotics Corp. to Expand Robotics Software Development Tools

December 15, 2022 · Intrinsic said it will buy the Open Source Robotics Corp., the commercial subsidiary of the Open Source Robotics Foundation, for an undisclosed amount.

Shadow Ventures Discusses New Report on Technology in the Construction Industry

December 15, 2022 · Shadow Ventures noted challenges such as declining productivity and undercapitalization, but it found 125 technology companies that could help the building industry.

Patti Engineering Becomes an Exclusive FANUC System Integrator

December 15, 2022 · Patti Engineering has come to an agreement to solely use FANUC robotic systems as part of its integration efforts.

Markforged Manufacturing Facility in Billerica, Mass., Obtains ISO 9001:2015 Certification

December 15, 2022 · Markforged said the certification for quality and reliability demonstrates its commitment to quality production of 3D-printed parts for aerospace and other demanding industries.

Locus Robotics’ LocusBot Completed Over 230M Picks During Holiday Shopping Peak

December 14, 2022 · Locus Robotics gives an inside look at how its AMRs were used during Cyber Week 2022.

Spain Gains Mobile Robot Companies as Automation Sector Grows, Finds New Report

December 14, 2022 · Spain is home to a growing number of automation businesses, many of which specialize in integration, mobile robots, and the automotive industry, found HowToRobot and partners.

Wandelbots Integrates Teaching Software With FANUC Robots

December 14, 2022 · Wandelbots is adding integration with FANUC's wide range of robots to its Wandelbots Teaching software, which is designed to allow operators to instruct robots without code.

MOV.AI Releases Flow Development Environment to Simplify ROS Robot Development

December 14, 2022 · MOV.AI Flow is a new visual IDE intended to speed up and streamline software development with the Robot Operating System. It is free and open-source.

Electromin Purchases Navya Autonomous Shuttle for Pilot Programs in Middle East—Updated

December 13, 2022 · Navya and Electormin have been working together since July. Now, Electormin has decided to purchase a Navya shuttle for a pilot program in the Middle East.

LeddarTech Will Display Sensor Fusion and Perception Products at CES 2023

December 13, 2022 · The company is inviting attendees who represent automotive Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers and OEMS to book a demonstration of the technology.

Raven Industries Debuts Driverless Tillage and Driver Assist Harvest Solutions at CNH Industrial Tech Day

December 13, 2022 · Raven Industries said its new driver-assist and autonomous tractor systems, offered along with other CNH Industrial agricultural products, will improve productivity.

Talking Supply Chain: How to get more from your robots?

December 13, 2022 · On this episode, A.K. Schultz, David Pepper and Florian Pestoni discuss why it takes robotics software, and not just robots, to get the most from a robotics fleet. SCMR Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts.

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