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Most of Finland’s robotics industry specializes in automation for small-series production—in line with a growing global manufacturing focus—according to a new report from HowToRobot in collaboration with the Robotics Society in Finland. Getting robots to work in a manufacturing environment with many variations and small production series can prove challenging. Yet, this is precisely what the robotics industry in Finland…
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In a PAVE panel today, two autonomous vehicle CEOs will explore the world of robot navigation. Aaron Nathan, founder, chief technology officer, and CEO of Point One Navigation, and Dr. Anuja Sonalker, founder and CEO of STEER Tech, will explain how the pieces of the autonomy stack work together, create redundancies, and provide autonomous vehicles with a full-picture view of…
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Promise Robotics, which is developing a industrial production platform for robotic construction and assembly, today announced that it has raised $15 million in Series A funding, bringing its total funding raised to date to $25 million. The Toronto-based company's stated mission is to enable the construction industry to harness automation to build more affordable and sustainable homes. Promise Robotics said…
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Nulogy Corp. and Formic Technologies Inc. this month announced a strategic partnership to jointly offer Nulogy's software-as-a-service and Formic's robotics-as-a-service, or SaaS and RaaS, products. The companies claimed that their technologies will enable customers to implement digital shop-floor systems “with speed, agility, and flexibility – without requiring outsized capital investment.” “As manufacturers and their supply chain partners continue to grapple…
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Skyline Robotics today announced that it has partnered with Principle Cleaning Services to bring its award-winning Ozmo cleaning robot to London. The companies said they plan to go beyond cleaning to provide data, insights, and analytics on the health of building facades. Skyline said in a release that it and Principle's ultimate goal is to deliver environmental, social, and governance…
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The Pittsburgh Robotics Network today announced the appointment of Jennifer Apicella as its executive director, effective immediately. Apicella has been serving as its interim executive director since May 2023 and previously held the position of vice president of partnerships and programs since February 2021. “Her dedication and proven leadership have been instrumental in advancing the mission of the PRN, which…
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NVIDIA Corp. is known for supporting simulation and artificial intelligence, and it has been touting its advances in robotics and machine learning. At the Conference on Robot Learning, or CoRL, next month, the NVIDIA Robotics Research Lab will present its latest findings. The company also described how scientists and engineers are collaborating to use NVIDIA Jetson in undersea research platforms.…
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Aerobotix Inc. last week announced that it will demonstrate a new mobile mobile robot for the aerospace and defense industries at the WESTEC/AeroDef Manufacturing Conference from Nov. 7 to 9 in Long Beach, Calif. “As Aerobotix continues its groundbreaking work in mobile robots, we’re excited to bring this new technology to WESTEC/AeroDef,” said Josh Tuttle, Aerobotix business development manager, in…
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Seurat Technologies today announced a $99 million Series C round. The Wilmington, Mass.-based company said it plans to deploy its 3D metal printing factories at or near customer sites around the world. By printing parts closer to where they are needed, Seurat said its technology can help reshore supply chains and reduce emissions from transportation and global logistics. “Our mission…
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Technology continues to innovate various industries, but it comes with a mixture of enthusiasm and fear. Businesses are understandably excited about the prospect of greater efficiency, while some workers worry they'll be replaced by robots. The retail industry is a prime example. Who hasn't walked to the front of their local grocery or big-box store recently and been confronted with…
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Many companies have turned to mobile robots to boost efficiency and flexibility. These autonomous devices offer various benefits, enabling businesses to thrive in increasingly competitive markets. Mobile robots are revolutionizing operations across various sectors. They are particularly effective in warehouses, where they can help streamline tasks such as picking, packing, and transportation. These devices can navigate complex environments with sophisticated…
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Cyngn Inc. yesterday announced that it has raised $1.3 million under its at-the-market, or ATM, agreement through sales of its common stock. The Menlo Park, Calif.-based company said it plans to use the proceeds for general corporate purposes, including investments in commercial sales of its autonomous driving software for industrial applications. “We are pleased with the progress of our ATM…
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Elite Robots, a leading supplier of collaborative robots, last week said it has received an order from a Chinese energy company for a total of 3,000 units. “This large order from the new energy sector is great news for the entire cobotic industry, indicating that the collaborative robots' market is expanding,” said Dr. Yunan Cao, CEO of Elite Robots, in…
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Mecalux has unveiled a new collaborative robotic picking system tapping the latest artificial intelligence (AI) technology from its alliance with Siemens. Mecalux’s new automated solution incorporates Siemens’ SIMATIC Robot Pick AI technology, a vision software that employs deep learning algorithms to significantly streamline picking in warehouses. With AI integrated into the programmable logic controller (a SIMATIC S7-1500 PLC), the collaborative…
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Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corp. this week announced that it has appointed Laura Peterson, interim president and chief executive officer, to serve as its permanent president and CEO. The company also said that Ben Wolff, co-founder, former CEO, and current director, has rejoined its executive team as executive vice chairman. “I am honored the board has asked me to stay…
Ultrasonic sensing enhances robotics perception
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Cybernetix Ventures’ event kicks off Robotics Tech Week 2026 slate of events
Preview the manufacturing and warehouse components that will be on the…
