Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.32
…only provider of Ground Positioning Radar for precise vehicle localization.” Based on technology developed at MIT Lincoln Labs, WaveSense's Ground Positioning Radar (GPR) enables vehicles to determine their precise location with centimeter-level accuracy, regardless of road conditions. The proprietary system includes hardware and software, and it works by mapping subsurface features with ultra-wideband radar. The company said it is working with major automakers and Tier 1 suppliers to help vehicles navigate where current advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), including lidar and camera-based systems fall short. This includes conditions such as bad weather, poorly marked roads, and areas with poor GPS availability.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.04
…Robotics’ systems are remote-controlled and equipped with ultrasonic transducers, localization sensors, lasers, and HD cameras. They climb vertically and horizontally, adhering magnetically to an extensive range of equipment types. The robots scan for changes in thickness, cracks, corrosion, blistering, and other forms of degradation. The robots also include localization technology to pinpoint exact locations on an asset. This allows for accurate inspections that enable businesses to examine corrosion trends over time, predict when failures will occur, and estimate when repairs will be necessary. Gecko said its asset management software can take collected data and produce a validated report within 24…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.00
…algorithms and drivers Advanced autonomy algorithms: 3D SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) —enabling +/-2 cm localization accuracy in 85% dynamic environments Autonomous navigation—ensures safety and optimal movement in highly dynamic environments by continuously adjusting the path plan according to real-time data Automated obstacle avoidance and risk prevention—integrates advanced sensing and localization with autonomous navigation and control to reduce the risks involved in highly dynamic environments Automated sensor calibration to ensure accuracy and avoid degradation due to accidents, vibrations, or sudden temperature changes 3D physics simulator—integrated into the MOV.AI IDE. Speed up development without compromising on quality by testing robot software…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.06
…navigation, depth mapping, object detection, obstacle avoidance, and simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM). The VOXL CAM perception engine has four image sensor concurrencies onboard, including: Time of flight (ToF) for indoor depth mapping Stereo pair image sensors for outdoor depth mapping Tracking image sensor for visual-inertial odometry (VIO) localization It also pre-integrates ModalAI’s Flight Core, a PX4 drone flight controller. In addition, the VOXL CAM has three onboard inertial measurement units (IMU) and a barometer for controlling flight height. Seeker designed for indoor, outdoor navigation The Seeker micro-development drone has a small size and enhanced visual capabilities for safe autonomous…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.69
…position themselves in order to navigate. Instead, ultrasonic and localization technologies are emerging for navigation to pin-point damage mechanisms, as well as provide reproducible data. These deliverables can help predict the future safety of the sites being inspected. Challenges inside GPS-denied environments The main reason for sending mobile robots for inspection, maintenance, and repair is to avoid putting employees in dangerous situations. Inspections are necessary for identifying, predicting, and managing problems that could require maintenance to guarantee the longevity of industrial plant operations. But relying on humans to carry out traditional inspection methods means that health, safety, reliability, and speed…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.24
…the first one in the industry to provide simultaneous localization and mapping, or SLAM, for its cleaning robots. The need for automated commercial cleaning is rising with aging workforces, expanding commercial real estate, and concerns about public hygiene, according to industry analysts. In addition to robots for floor sweeping, vacuuming, and scrubbing, Gaussian Robot's Ecobot line includes mobile robots for disinfection, cleaning stone floors, and outdoor garbage collection. The company, sometimes referred to as Gaoxian, has also developed security and connected services. Gaussian Robotics' systems are used in Chinese retailers and the Singapore Changi Airport, among other locations in 30…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.07
…are able to offer our customers advanced SLAM [simultaneous localization and mapping] navigation powered by the Puck, one of the world’s leading lidar sensors.” “Our Robotics Engine Platform allows AMR manufacturers to quickly implement state-of-the-art navigation, while leaving them the ability to customize it to their needs,” he said. MOV.AI builds platform on ROS The dramatic growth of e-commerce is driving the materials handling and logistics markets, said the companies. The COVID-19 pandemic helped grow U.S. online sales to $791 billion in 2020, up 32% from the prior year, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. The combination of MOV.AI's…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.97
…$1,000,000 second-place prize 18: MARBLE (Multi-agent Autonomy with Radar-Based Localization for Exploration), winner of the $500,000 third-place prize 17: Explorer, DARPA-funded 13: CoSTAR (Collaborative SubTerranean Autonomous Resilient Robots), DARPA-funded 7: CTU-CRAS-NORLAB (Czech Technical University in Prague - Center for Robotics and Autonomous Systems – Northern Robotics Laboratory), DARPA-funded 2: Coordinated Robotics, self-funded 2: Robotika, self-funded “We congratulate all members of the team, and we are proud of this incredible and historic achievement!” said CERBERUS. “Most importantly, we are excited to be part of this amazing community pushing the frontier of resilient robotic autonomy in extreme environments.” CERBERUS is a collaboration…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.94
…wheel encoders. They also include infrared sensors for accurate localization, navigation, and telepresence. The mobile base is fully integrated with a 2D lidar and a front-facing spatial AI stereo camera. Clearpath said this makes it ideal for SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) and AI-based testing. With the Standard model, users can easily customize and expand the capabilities of the robot by adding sensors and accessories via the accessible powered USB hub, power breakouts, and the top mounting plate. The platform's IP address is also displayed, allowing users to quickly connect to the robot through Wi-Fi. Both models include a charging…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.67
…said the combination will enable highly accurate and robust localization, mapping, and perception for a range of industrial automation and robotics tasks. “TI is one of the foremost developers of microprocessors for industrial robotics,” stated Owen Nicholson, founder and CEO of SLAMcore. “We are proud to have optimized our software to work with the TDA4x family of processors and thus bring our cutting-edge spatial intelligence to the many developers for whom TI processors are their first choice.” ProMat in March “demonstrated the significant interest in robotic and autonomous solutions in supply chain and manufacturing logistics,” said SLAMcore. The visual simultaneous…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.34
…robots have access to real-time 3D perception data for localization, mapping, object classification, and object tracking, the company said. “Boston Dynamics robots provide advanced mobility, dexterity and intelligence that enable automation in unfamiliar and unpredictable settings,” said Laura Wrisley, senior vice president of worldwide sales at Velodyne Lidar. “Equipped with Velodyne’s lidar sensors, their robots can autonomously navigate complex environments. They can safely avoid obstacles and find the fastest route to perform vital tasks in environments from manufacturing plants and construction sites to distribution centers and warehouses.” Lidar technology will help Boston Dynamics extend robot capabilities Waltham, Mass.-based Boston Dynamics…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.14
…provides plug-and-play perception software to enable lidar-based 3D mapping, localization, and re-localization as well as object detection and classification. Its complete SDK for real-time 3D lidar processing is used primarily in mobile robotics for logistics, construction, security, and more. The partnership will spur greater lidar development, companies said Cepton said its collaboration with Exwayz will further unlock the potential of its lidar technology across a wide range of mobile robotics applications. By leveraging the versatility and reliability of Cepton’s high-performance, easy-to-integrate lidars, Cepton and Exwayz said they aim to provide an immediate solution to expediting solution integration processes for global…