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Prepare for the Next Wave of Warehouse Automation

March 16, 2022 · Learn how machine learning will unlock new, more complex tasks for automation.

How to Handle Non-Conveyable Items with Automation

March 16, 2022 · Automated sortation and conveyor systems cannot handle bulky, irregularly shaped items – leaving employees the arduous work of lifting and moving everything from furniture to sporting goods...but what if you could automate these non-conveyable items?

Peak Season Tips: Steps to Prepare for the Busiest Time of Year

March 16, 2022 · Holiday peaks put major stress on distribution and fulfillment networks. With massive order volumes, reduced processing times and a scarce labor pool all pressuring operations to do more with less, how can you proactively prepare for the busiest time of year?

MissionGO’s New President Aims to Take Company to New Heights

March 16, 2022 · Chris Corgnati has more than a decade of experience in aviation operations. The military veteran is bringing his skills to his new role as president of MissionGO.

How to Navigate a Maturing Warehouse Robotics Market

March 16, 2022 · By making a plan and taking a step-by-step approach to introducing automation, operations can create facilities with exceptional labor efficiency, order accuracy and more - whether technically a fully automated warehouse or not.

Robot Prices Drop as AI Investments, Ethics Worries Increase, Finds Stanford HAI AI Index 2022 Report

March 16, 2022 · The Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence released the "AI Index Report 2022," which studied academic research, job postings, investments, and regulations around AI and robotics.

Charting A Short and Long-Term Course to Handle Peak Demand

March 16, 2022 · Peak preparation: Charting a short- and long-term course to handle peak demand.

SubBlue Robotics Gets Support for Propeller Cleaning Robot From Danish Investors

March 15, 2022 · SubBlue Robotics, which is a resident at the Odense StartUp Hub in Odense, Denmark, has obtained funding as it offers leases for an underwater robot to help ships be more efficient.

RIT Researchers Work to Make Mobile Robots for Warehouses Smarter

March 15, 2022 · RIT faculty and researchers are developing ways for autonomous mobile robots to move more intelligently around warehouses. They have worked with The Raymond Corp. and Simcona Electronics Corp.

Einride Announces First Remote Pod Operator of Its Autonomous, Electric Vehicle Fleet

March 15, 2022 · A team of Einride Remote Pod Operators will be tasked with providing support for Einride's autonomous freight vehicles.

Hyundai Motor India Deploys Sherpa Robots From Ati Motors

March 15, 2022 · Hyundai Motor India wanted to reduce worker fatigue in feeding automotive parts, and it identified Ati Motors' Sherpa mobile robots as the solution.

Intuition Robotics Launches ElliQ Companion Robot for Subscription in the U.S.

March 15, 2022 · Intuition Robotics, which has developed ElliQ to be a digital care companion for older adults, said its system is now available on a subscription basis in the U.S. with partner-provided services.

Qualcomm, BMW, and Arriver Partner to Develop Driverless Vehicle Technology

March 14, 2022 · Qualcomm, BMW, and Arriver are sharing one another's resources to help build a network of processing hardware, autonomous vehicle software, and machine vision systems.

Diamond Age Raises Series A Funding for Home Construction Robots

March 14, 2022 · Diamond Age says will use the $50 million investment to scale its Factory in the Field system and execute on its first commercial contract to use robots and 3D printing to build homes.

Six common lift truck leasing traps and how to avoid them

March 14, 2022 · Discover how you can avoid expensive surprises and save time and money.

ABB Releases Two New Manufacturing Robot Lines to Increase EV Output

March 14, 2022 · With its new range of robots, ABB hopes to help automotive manufacturers meet electrical vehicle demands.

ENOT Debuts Technology to Optimize Deep Neural Networks for Speed, Compression, and Energy Efficiency

March 14, 2022 · ENOT.ai said its framework optimizes neural network architectures for accuracy and efficiency. The company said its framework, which has a Python API, can help robotics developers.

Why Should You Deploy Autonomous Mobile Robots on the Factory Floor?

March 14, 2022 · For managing material handling needs specifically, many manufacturers are deploying Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) to move raw materials, work-in-process, parts, tools, and finished goods around the facility.

10 Robotics Startups Changing Different Industries Today

March 13, 2022 · Robotics startups are making advances to serve the needs of many industries, from healthcare to construction. These 10 innovators provide practical technologies and hope for a brighter future.

10 Delivery Robot Companies to Watch in 2022

March 12, 2022 · From Starship to Amazon, here are top providers of mobile robots for sidewalk and street-based deliveries. The market for such hardware, software, and services is growing, particularly in the U.S.

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