Found in News & Content, with a score of 14.73
…development is complete, it is anticipated that Caterpillar 793 zero-emissions autonomous haul trucks will be deployed for the first time at Gudai-Darri. The trucks implement real-time ore tracking using sensors to provide live dig face progression, while data-informed modelling from the drills helps to build more accurate assessments of existing ground conditions and improve safety. New autonomous water cart vehicles, developed in partnership with Caterpillar, will be primarily used for dust suppression on site, enhancing productivity by enabling mine operations…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 6.39
…such as Marble [acquired in 2020 by Caterpillar] and Dispatch [acquired by Amazon in 2017] exploring this space. Are there certain types of robots where you expect strong growth? Any that are overhyped? Sharma: Articulated robots: Robotic arms, also known as articulated robots, are fast, reliable, and accurate and can be programmed to do an infinite number of tasks in a variety of environments. They are used in factories to automate execution of repetitive tasks, such as applying paint to…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 9.05
…Parcel Service, Whirlpool, Jaguar Land Rover, and Caterpillar. Consumer goods are organized into sanitized totes to support a multiple gripper pick module that HDS Global said can achieve a 95% success rate. Source: Business Wire RoboFS taps talent for full automation To build the first fully automated fulfillment system and address fragmented e-commerce, HDS Global said it worked with “several innovative Global Fortune 500 heavyweights and industry veterans with bankable track records in robotics and e-commerce.” “Through the team’s collective…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 6.98
…[Young, senior credit officer] did work with Caterpillar and Dell, so we have a lot of experience. We have a $100 million debt facility.” “Formic's costs are predictable— we don't charge line items,” Kerr said. “We transition customers to an easy model. There's no CAPEX, and we're able to come in 42% below what facilites do today with manual labor.” “We've built an instrument to make it as simple as possible,” he said. “We deal with hard and soft costs,…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 10.63
…GT, the Guardian XO, and the Guardian XT. The company is backed by investors including Caterpillar Venture Capital Inc., Delta Air Lines, GE Ventures, Microsoft, and Schlumberger. In April, Sarcos announced that it will become publicly listed through a merger transaction with Rotor Acquisition Corp., a publicly-traded special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC). The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2021, at which point the combined company’s common stock is expected to trade on Nasdaq under the ticker…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 12.35
…and Guardian XT. Sarcos is backed by Caterpillar Venture Capital Inc., Delta Air Lines, GE Ventures, Microsoft, and Schlumberger. The Guardian S is designed to navigate unstructured and unpredictable environments. Its man-portable design, slim form factor, and IP65 water-protected structure are optimal for inspecting narrow piping and tanks, traversing vertical ferromagnetic surfaces, stairs, culverts, and other unstructured terrain and confined spaces, said Sarcos. The robot can give operators a detailed view of its environment while enabling workers to avoid entering…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 6.11
…or other systems? Williams: Sandvik is the Caterpillar of the underground mining space. When you combine georeference data and autonomy, it's a key linkage between capturing mining data and using it. Before, you'd have to go in and manipulate each point cloud to fit a gap in a map. Now, a user can hit a button on a tablet, and it's automatically georeferenced. You can manage dozens or hundreds of systems in parallel. How did the collaboration between Exyn and…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 9.13
…include funds managed by Palantir Technologies Inc., Caterpillar Venture Capital Inc., Schlumberger, and JAWS Estates Capital LLC. Upon closing, the combined company’s common stock is expected to trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “STRC.” The transaction represents an enterprise value of $1.3 billion, plus a potential earnout of an additional $281 million based on the combined company’s future share trading price, said Sarcos and Rotor. “We launched Rotor Acquisition Corp. with the goal of identifying and partnering with companies…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 41.88
Caterpillar is sponsoring a new partnership with South Dakota Mines that explores technologies such as autonomous robotic mining, software used to manage mining and construction operations, and new equipment that increases efficiency and safety. These technological advancements will increase sustainability of the earth’s natural resources while improving productivity and promoting economic development, the collaborators say. South Dakota Mines will help lead Cat Labs MineStar Consortium, which partners university faculty and students with Caterpillar engineers and researchers to help build the…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 13.55
…CMfgE, a retired senior learning consultant at Caterpillar Inc., is this year's honoree. Harrelson is being acknowledged because of his lifelong contributions to manufacturing; commitment to serving as a role model and motivator for young engineers; and his long-term, active involvement in SME. 2020 Ronald P. Harrelson Outstanding Young Manufacturing Engineers: Daniel R. Cooper, Ph.D., University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan Gabriela Darras, ITC Inc., Peoria, Illinois Ryan Gergely, Ph.D., General Motors, Warren, Michigan Grace X. Gu, Ph.D., University of…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 27.87
…3D production in manufacturing: Electrolux, Ford, and Caterpillar, have continued to push the industry forward with innovations in materials, speed, and costs. Electrolux | 3D Print On Demand to Lower Costs As the company moves toward “smart factories” for the production and manufacturing of its domestic appliance products, Electrolux, a Swedish domestic appliance manufacturer, is embracing 3D printing for the manufacturing of spare parts on demand. With this initiative, Electrolux engineers are solving problems that affect both the manufacturer and…
Found in News & Content, with a score of 15.33
…hear Keynote Speaker Tana Utley, vice president, Caterpillar Inc. discuss how she has navigated her 30+ years at Caterpillar. Registration and more information about the event is available online. The Pack Expo Drone Demo – “Packaging for the Last Mile” interactive display is another addition to the Pack Expo Las Vegas show floor. Electric truck and drone maker Workhorse is partnering with Pack Expo to bring this drone simulation to life. Mock housing will populate the virtual landscape of the…
