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Indxx Japan Robotics & AI Index Licensed by Global X Japan for an ETF

June 25, 2021 · Japanese robotics and AI companies are getting a dedicated exchange-traded fund, the Indxx Japan Robotics & AI Index. Its managing partner explains where the country is investing.

inVia Robotics, Rufus Labs Team Up for Robots, Wearables in Warehouses

June 24, 2021 · The companies will jointly offer inVia's Picker mobile robots and PickMate and Logic software plus Rufus Labs' wearable computers, RADD Tab tablets, and WorkHero analytics software.

Pitney Bowes to Deploy AmbiSort AI-Powered Robots in E-Commerce Network

June 24, 2021 · Pitney Bowes is responding to increasing e-commerce demand by rolling out the AmbiSort AI-guided sortation robots to more locations, starting with its hub in Bloomington, Calif.

Micropsi Industries Updates MIRAI Robot Control System for Faster Implementation

June 24, 2021 · Micropsi said its latest version of MIRAI enables fast, easy, in-house training of robot for applications handling multiple variations without requiring additional hardware.

OTTO Motors Announces Global Partners, Mobile Robot Safety Standards Compliance

June 24, 2021 · OTTO Motors has partnered for global availability of its autonomous mobile robots and software. It also complies with international safety standards and will exhibit at Automatica.

Embark Trucks to Raise $614M, Go Public Through SPAC Merger

June 23, 2021 · Embark Trucks, which provides autonomous software to U.S. trucking market, will be valued at $4.55 billion, and former Secretary of Transportation and Labor Elaine Chao is joining its board.

WeRide Closes $310M Series C Round for Robotic Taxis, Buses

June 23, 2021 · WeRide, whose Master Platform powers its robotaxis and Mini Robobus vehicles, has received funding from Nissan and others, bringing its valuation to $3 billion.

May Mobility Launches Free Autonomous Shuttle Service in Indianapolis

June 23, 2021 · The shuttle service is part of the Together in Motion Indiana initiative to encourage development of mobility technologies and access from the Toyota Mobility Foundation and the Energy Systems Network.

Roam Robotics Relies on Air for Flexible, Affordable Wearable Robots

June 23, 2021 · Roam Robotics is working to improve knee mobility with its lightweight, pneumatic-powered Ascend wearable orthosis, which it is developing in parallel with the Forge military device.

SVT Robotics’ SOFTBOT Platform Accelerates Integration of RightHand’s RightPick 3 Item-Handling System

June 22, 2021 · SVT Robotics said the combination of prebuilt standard integrations in its SOFTBOT Platform and RightHand Robotics' RightPick 3 robotic picking system will help warehouses.

Amazon in Talks to Buy Stake in Autonomous Truck Startup Plus

June 22, 2021 · Amazon reportedly has placed an order for 1,000 autonomous driving systems from self-driving truck technology startup Plus and is in talks to buy a stake of as much as 20%.

2021 Autonomous Mobile Robot RFP Template

June 22, 2021 · Autonomous mobile robots have become a valuable tool for improving warehousing, fulfillment, and material handling processes within your supply chain. The decision to deploy this technology into your operation is a critical initiative to the ongoing improvement and modernization efforts for your operation.

Solid-State Lidar Provider Quanergy to Enter SPAC Merger, List on NYSE

June 22, 2021 · Quanergy, which makes solid-state lidar sensors and 3D perception software, plans to merge with CITIC Capital Acquisition Corp. and use proceeds of $278 million to continue growth.

Miso Robotics, Lancer Worldwide Partner on Automated Beverage Dispenser for Quick-Service Restaurants

June 22, 2021 · Miso Robotics and global manufacturer Lander Worldwide are developing an automated beverage dispenser to help commercial kitchens save time and money fulfilling orders.

Automation Spreads in Supply Chains

June 21, 2021 · As robots multiply in warehouses and other facilities, operators need to know where to start, how to manage them, and what they should expect.

NVIDIA Offers Isaac Sim on Omniverse to Robotics Developers in Open Beta

June 21, 2021 · The new Isaac simulation engine not only creates more photorealistic environments, but it also streamlines synthetic data generation and domain randomization, said NVIDIA.

Using Innovative Technology to Overcome Warehouse Labor Shortages

June 21, 2021 · It's clear that robotics and automation are paving the way for warehouses to address labor shortages and other challenges - but it’s also clear that the people element is maintained too. It could be through voice that extra hidden value is found.

Using Innovation to Manage Peak Seasonal Demand

June 21, 2021 · Managing seasonal demand is becoming even more complex thanks to the expanding role of omnichannel distribution, increasing product lines, order diversity and goods returns.

Toyota Research Institute Demonstrates New Robot Capabilities for Household Tasks

June 21, 2021 · Robots often have difficulty recognizing transparent and reflective surfaces, but Toyota Research Institute says it has developed a way for household robots to generalize for complex situations.

AMR 101: Everything You Need to Know About Autonomous Mobile Robots

June 21, 2021 · Online sales will only keep growing, which means warehouses need flexible solutions to keep up -- this whitepaper will review what you need to know.

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