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New Scale Robotics Work Cells Deployed at Workforce Center at College in New York

August 22, 2022 · Six New Scale Robotics workstations designed for robotics and metrology courses have been deployed at the Monroe Community College in Rochester, N.Y.

Dematic and Dexterity partner to deploy full-task robotics

August 22, 2022 · Dematic will sell and deploy Dexterity robotics globally and facilitate Dexterity’s entry into the European market

IEEE Entrepreneurship Impact Award Nominations to Close Soon

August 22, 2022 · The IEEE Entrepreneurship Impact Award will recognize individuals who have made "significant" contributions to a regional ecosystem. It is among the awards available to technical startups.

Driverless Lift Truck Saves Time and Stress in Danish Fish Plant Logistics

August 21, 2022 · A driverless lift trucks from BILA is helping employees at A. Espersen, a major McDonald's supplier, overcome production bottlenecks at its plant in Denmark.

Behind the Scenes At Indy Autonomous Challenge

August 20, 2022 · A conversation with Paul Mitchell of the Indy Autonomous Challenge, which was held this year on Jan. 7.

Robotics Applications Conference Opens Attendee Registration, Announces More Speakers

August 19, 2022 · The Robotics Applications Conference features end users and integrators who will discuss how robots are actually being used in manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics.

Recogni Looks to Disrupt Autonomous Vehicle Market with Vision Inference Chip

August 19, 2022 · Recogni said its new chip offers unmatched perception performance for autonomous vehicles with great power efficiency.

The Robotics Group of MHI Admits Daifuku Wynright, Schneider Electric, and Third Wave Automation as Members

August 19, 2022 · The Robotics Group recently approved Schneider Electric, Third Wave Automation, and Daifuku Wynright's applications to join the materials handling industry group.

BALYO and Linde Material Handling Install Four Very Narrow Aisle Robots in Singapore

August 18, 2022 · BALYO worked with Linde Material Handling to develop and deploy what it described as the world's first and tallest very narrow aisle robots for lifting and dropping pallets.

Stratom Safety System to be Used in New U.S. Army Unmanned Vehicle

August 18, 2022 · Using sensor data, machine learning, and more, Stratom has been tasked with outfitting the defense vehicle with internals that will help it navigate challenging conditions.

MassRobotics, Festo, Mitsubishi Electric, MITRE, and Novanta to Support Second Cohort of Healthcare Robotics Startups

August 18, 2022 · MassRobotics, Festo, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, MITRE, Novanta, and Celera Motion Control are seeking young companies to aid with the Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst Program.

SAIC Motor Raises $143M With Robotaxi Partner Momenta

August 17, 2022 · SAIC Motor has raised 1 billion yuan, including investment from autonomous ride-hailing developer and partner Momenta. The companies are operating robotaxis in China.

euroTECH eT-Litocran700 Robot Gives a Lift to Construction Work

August 17, 2022 · euroTECH is offering the eT-Litocran700 system, which can lift windows and façade elements weighing up to 700 kg, assisting construction workers, in Central Europe.

ABB to Exhibit Cobots, 3D Printing Demos, Education Cell at IMTS 2022

August 17, 2022 · ABB will be showcasing a range of its automated technologies next month at the International Manufacturing Technology Show, including its Cobot FlexTrainer Education Cell.

Vanderlande Partners With Kollmorgen to Provide, Service Autonomous Forklifts

August 17, 2022 · Vanderlande is combining Toyota Material Handling forklifts with Kollmorgen's automated guided vehicle hardware and software for warehouse and logistics customers.

PickNik Robotics Launches MoveIt Studio Developer Platform and SDK

August 16, 2022 · PickNik Robotics designed MoveIt Studio to help engineers develop manipulation applications in a variety of industries, including aerospace, manufacturing, and healthcare.

With NVIDIA’s Tech, Seoul Robotics Adds Self-Driving Capabilities to Non-Autonomous Vehicles

August 16, 2022 · Seoul Robotics is taking advantage of a vehicle's V2X communication system to give it more functionality.

Cray X Exemplifies How Robot Enabled Humans Can Solve Supply Chain Woes

August 16, 2022 · The Cray X exoskeleton is an example of how the "injection of power" into human workforces with automation can elevate warehouse productivity, writes ffVC's Oliver Mitchell.

GrayMatter Robotics Raises $20M Series A for Automating Surface Finishing

August 16, 2022 · GrayMatter Robotics' AI helps automate surface finishing and treatment in high-mix, high-variability production. It plans to hire for a wide range of positions.

Advantech and Overview Combine Tech for Real Time AI Inspection System

August 15, 2022 · Advantech and Overview.ai are offering edge AI cameras with deep learning technology to help manufacturers automate visual inspections without tech expertise.

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