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Nauticus Robotics Announces Shell Contract for Autonomous Subsea Operations

August 8, 2022 · Nauticus Robotics will continue advancing a project with Shell to use its Aquanaut subsea robot and Hydronaut surface vessel for collecting asset integrity data.

Geek+ Closes $100M Series E1 Funding With Strategic Investment From Intel

August 8, 2022 · Geek+, which develops and sells autonomous mobile robots and software for warehousing, supply chain, and logistics operations, said it's now valued at more than $2 billion.

Embark Trucks Demonstrates Self-Driving Vehicle Emergency Interaction Capability

August 7, 2022 · Embark said it has demonstrated a traffic stop of an autonomous truck on a public road, marking completion of a milestone on its capabilities and commercialization roadmap.

Automation Is at the Forefront of Industry 4.0 Revolution

August 6, 2022 · As more warehouse operators digitize their operations, automation and related technologies will be at the forefront of the change.

Webinar: Robotics Accelerates Retail Digitization

August 5, 2022 · In this Robotics 24/7 Roundtable, viewers can learn how robots and software can enable retailers to improve productivity, manage their supply chains, and better serve consumers.

Amazon to Acquire Consumer Robotics Leader iRobot for $1.7B

August 5, 2022 · Amazon is purchasing consumer robotics pioneer iRobot as it builds out its network of autonomous technologies.

Boston Dynamics CEO Discusses Path to Commercializing Robots

August 5, 2022 · Boston Dynamics CEO Robert Playter discusses how the well-known company is addressing industry problems with its Stretch robot for unloading trucks and its Spot quadruped.

Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corp. Hones Robots, Exoskeletons With Humans in the Loop

August 5, 2022 · Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corp. began developing systems for the defense industry and has been growing quickly to augment human strength and productivity while maintaining safety.

igus’ Flexibility First Monitoring System for Robotic Cable Carriers Emphasizes Safety

August 5, 2022 · New i.Sense TR.B sensor enables condition monitoring for triflex R cable carriers in multi-dimensional applications.

Ally Robotics Files Provisional Patent for Its Modular Robotic Arm

August 4, 2022 · The Flippy 2 by Miso Robotics is using Ally Robotics' modular robotic arm.

Numina Group Continues Double Digit Growth in 2022 in Response to Demand for Warehouse Automation

August 4, 2022 · Numina's design engineering and software-driven, integrated warehouse automation remain in high demand as distribution centers seek to increase efficiency and reduce manual labor.

Cyngn Automated Systems Increase Productivity by 33% in Las Vegas Warehouse

August 4, 2022 · Taking advantage of Cyngn's Stockchaser and other autonomous technologies, Global Logistics was able to have a 64% reduction in human labor costs when compared to using forklifs.

Cobalt Robotics and Safetrust to Further Integrate Security Robots and Sensor Ecosystem

August 4, 2022 · Cobalt Robotics, which offers mobile robots as a service for security and safety applications, is expanding its partnership with Safetrust to include facility access control.

NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin 32GB Production Modules Now Available; Partner Ecosystem Appliances and Servers Arrive

August 3, 2022 · NVIDIA said nearly three dozen partners are offering systems based on its new Jetson AGX Orin module to help customers accelerate AI and robotics deployments.

Stratom Launches RAPID System for Autonomous Refueling, Recharging, and Liquid Transfer

August 3, 2022 · Stratom said it is the only U.S. company delivering customized autonomous refueling capabilities to enhance safety and resource optimization in logistics and transportation applications.

634AI and Musashi Seimitsu to Deploy 200 Mobile Robots in Factories Worldwide

August 3, 2022 · 634AI is expanding its customer base with its partnership with legacy automotive part manufacturer Musashi Seimitsu. They plan to deploy 200 mobile robots worldwide.

AHS and Hy-Tek Partner With Tompkins Robotics to Expand Automated Material Handling

August 3, 2022 · AHS, formerly Advanced Handling Systems and now a unit of Hy-Tek Material Handling, will offer Tompkins Robotics' modular and scalable tSort to its integrated supply chain offerings.

Berkshire Grey and FedEx expand their robotic automation solutions relationship

August 2, 2022 · FedEx plans to deploy more AI-robotic automation to streamline operations, while also signing warrant agreement with Berkshire Grey to purchase common stock

Global Logistics/3PL Special Digital Issue 2022

August 2, 2022 · The paramount importance of 3PL partnerships.

SICK and Aeva Partner to Bring 4D Lidar to Industrial Sensing Applications

August 2, 2022 · Six months after introducing its newest lidar system, Aeva has teamed up with SICK to bring the technology to more customers.

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