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…sensors to operate independently. Beyond navigation, those sensors already capture a huge amount of data about environmental conditions and the robots themselves. Some robots are designed specifically to collect information, such as inventory location, cycle-counting or structural defects. Wearable robotic equipment collects data on human movement to improve ergonomics. Technological advancements in data collection, analysis and connectivity allow organizations to…
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…Brain Corp’s BrainOS Clean Suite navigation software. The companies recently signed an exclusive technology agreement for floorcare machines. Source: Tennant Company Andrey Martsenyuk, Brain Corp director of software engineering, said the company learned over time the nuances and intricacies of retail supply chain management, working with customers to find opportunities where robots can integrate into operations. “We learned of this…
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…architecture low-level software and SLAM navigation, are suitable for intralogistics operations, including laboratory automation and stock replenishment. Source: Rethink Robotics Low-level controllers and sensor data are accessible through open architecture software compatible with third-party applications. A simultaneous location and mapping (SLAM) system provides environmental visualization for pallet identification, dynamic obstacle avoidance, and path planning. With a compact design that can…
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…processors. Nokia implements its proprietary navigation, autonomy, localization, and processing software - along with some specialized attachments - so the drones can accomplish their missions. AIMS cycle-counting drones travel in saw-tooth patterns up and down storage racks and aisles, hovering to capture images of each location before flying off to the next one. Off-the-shelf drones equipped with custom lenses and…
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…Its interface ensures ease of navigation, reduced training time and operation, making it accessible to users of all technical levels. The UltraStore WCS software provides real-time stock levels, allowing management to eliminate stock-outs and schedule replenishment as labor becomes available. The system also boasts easily configurable options, enabling users to tailor the software's behavior to their specific needs and processes.…
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…delivering information for both robot navigation and operations management. Reliable visual SLAM can run on inexpensive hardware, making it relatively easy to deploy and scale. In 2016, Andrew Davison, Stefan Leutenegger, Jacek Zienkiewicz and Owen Nicholson co-founded Slamcore while researching “spatial AI” machine vision for robots at Imperial College London. Leveraging his experience of transforming early-stage technology startups into production…
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…mobility pods, utilize an intelligent navigation system to help connect people with mobility challenges to the full airport experience, including accessing shops, restaurants, accessible restroom facilities, and other amenities. “B.C. is home to incredible companies that are developing innovative technology and practical solutions that can make people’s lives better,” said Brenda Bailey, B.C. minister of jobs, economic development and innovation.…
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…a second will improve the navigation predictability of autonomous water vessels. A third study will dynamically adapt work and navigation paths assigned to fleets of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) when anomalies - such as low batteries or unforeseen human behavior - arise on shop floors, while the fourth will automatically assess risks in human-robot collaboration (cobot) situations to avoid accidents…
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…the Flex 300-L Mini include: Navigation: ForwardX said its compact design allows the Flex 300-L Mini to move effortlessly in confined workspaces. Applications: The Flex 300-L Mini is ideal for industries like automotive OEM, manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing. The company said the robot can help address key pain points and automate material handling processes. Load Capacity: Weighing 264 pounds, the…
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…The console also allows telemetry, navigation, and operational data to be collected and even shared with other robots. Using contextual AI, Ottonomy’s autonomous mobile delivery robots navigate through crowds within PIT’s terminal, learning how to interact with a variety of people. Source: Pittsburgh International Airport Vijay said during initial deployment, only one or two robots are needed to map the…
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…for quality control inspection. SLAM navigation allows flexible operations PUDU said its T300 is designed to alleviate potential labor shortages by automating the delivery and transport of materials, allowing human workers to focus on more skilled and higher-value tasks. By taking over the transportation of heavy or hazardous materials, the PUDU T300 can also improve safety by reducing the risk…
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…drive mode to generate that navigation information. Hamilton said in drive mode, operators choose between manual mowing or zone creation. Before creating a zone, operators choose between creating a mow zone or a no-go zone. Operators can drive the robots around to map mow zone perimeters and larger or irregularly-shaped no-go zones, such as fenced areas. For smaller obstacles -…
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…robotic and machine autonomy. Confident navigation with a 3D ultrasonic sensor The Sonair 3D ultrasonic sensor allows autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to detect distance and direction to all objects in a 180x180 field of view, up to a five-meter range. Combined with 2D images and AI, the outcome is confident navigation. The demand for AMRs is increasing, with a growth…
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…integrations, to sophisticated 3D LiDAR-based navigation and real-time operation data visualization. “The retail and logistics sector has been experiencing significant transformation for years, linked to the growth of e-commerce, automation and a shortage of talent in the value chain, for example stock fillers in stores or water spiders in a warehouse or production plant,” said Thomas Linkenheil, co-CEO of United…
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…simultaneous location and mapping (SLAM) navigation technology. ABB said it provides a range of welding solutions to join aluminum or steel parts that help automotive OEMs and tier suppliers assemble car components more efficiently, accurately and safely. The demo represents a sub-assembly process, featuring the following equipment: New large ABB six-axis IRB robot performing material handling IRB 6730 performing spot…
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