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Gecko Robotics today launched the Cantilever platform, which it said integrates data from its robotic, fixed-sensor, and partner systems to help customers analyze asset health and make sound decisions. The company claimed that the software is the first of its kind. “Cantilever is designed to become the primary operating system for the physical world,” said Jake Loosararian, co-founder and CEO of Gecko Robotics. “Every day, at hundreds of customer sites around the world, our robots are keeping power plants online, military assets ready, and factory doors open. That’s only possible because our robots and fixed sensor networks are collecting data…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 29.49
…offer fellowships in support of innovators who will apply robotics in manufacturing to benefit the Pittsburgh-West Virginia area. The Advanced Robotics in Manufacturing, or ARM, Institute this week opened applications for its fellowship program in support of the AIM Higher Consortium. Artificial Intelligence in Metals and Manufacturing (AIM) Higher is led by Catalyst Connection with more 30 academic, economic development, technology institute, and manufacturing partners from around the region. The program is funded by the Department of Defense Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (DoD-OLDCC, previously the Office of Economic Adjustment). The AIM Higher Consortium will directly support the office’s…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 29.24
The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM, Institute today announced the promotion of three current employees to reflect the increasing diversity of the organization's capabilities at it continues to promote U.S. competitiveness. Dr. Charles (Chuck) Brandt has been promoted from senior director of technology development to vice president of technical initiatives. Arnold (Arnie) Kravitz's role has been modified from chief technology officer to chief innovation officer. Suzanne (Suzy) Teele has been promoted from head of marketing and communications to vice president of strategic initiatives and outreach at the organization. “These newly created roles reflect each individual’s expanding responsibilities and contributions…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 27.77
ASTM International this week said that the Advanced Manufacturing Robotics, or ARM, Institute has awarded it funding to develop a roadmap for guidance and adoption of advanced robotics technologies. In partnership with the institute, ASTM also plans to host its 4th Specialty Workshop on Discovery & Market Analysis for Robotics in Manufacturing of Space and Hypersonic Components. The workshop will be on Oct. 4 and 5, 2023, at ASTM headquarters in West Conshohocken, Pa. Interested parties are required to register their interest in attendance. The main goals of the workshop, which the ARM Institute funded in a recent project call,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 27.58
The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM, Institute today said it has selected a project team to develop a virtual reality prototype for assessing and credentialing manufacturing workers. The project is intended to demonstrate how VR and other technologies can help workers earn credentials based upon the knowledge, skill, and abilities (KSAs) gained through on-the-job training in facilities using robotics and automation, often referred to as Industry 4.0. “Many potential and current manufacturing technicians have prior KSAs that can easily be upskilled for robotics and automation,” stated Linda Wood, senior certification manager at the ARM Institute. “Providing a low-cost testing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.89
…the AIM Higher Consortium is critical to advancing much-needed robotics and AI solutions.” The AIM Higher Consortium supports an industrial production ecosystem that combines advanced metals and materials with Industry 4.0 technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence, and additive manufacturing (AM). As ARM Institute Fellows, Clark and Ravasio will work on separate projects in West Virginia and Southwestern Pennsylvania. ARIS Technology manager to work on inspections Clark is the technology project manager for metrology at Chicago-based ARIS Technology. He has more than 20 years of experience with 3D design and metrology. Clark leads a team of industry experts, providing systems…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.02
The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM, Institute last week said that it has evaluated and selected seven more training programs to endorse. The ARM Endorsement Program is a thorough evaluation process intended to identify the organizations that most effectively prepare students for careers in manufacturing working with robots. “Millions of manufacturing jobs may go unfilled in the coming years if we do not work to correct the manufacturing workforce gap,” said Lisa Masciantonio, chief workforce officer at the ARM Institute, in a release. “Effective training programs are critical to course-correcting, engaging the next generation of manufacturers, and helping to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 25.83
Federal money is flowing to the Pittsburgh area to help build a robotics and autonomy cluster. The Southwestern Pennsylvania New Economy Collaborative today announced the receipt of a $62.7 million federal Build Back Better Regional Challenge grant awarded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration, or EDA. The southwestern Pennsylvania region is one of only 21 applicants to receive this funding. It was among the 60 finalists involved in Phase 2 of the Build Back Better Challenge. Phase 1 of the challenge involved 529 submissions for funding to advance industry-development projects across the U.S. The collaborative board has met since autumn…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 25.50
…efficient parcel sortation. FedEx Ground recently implemented Berkshire Grey’s Robotic Product Sortation and Identification (RPSi) systems at its station in Queens, N.Y. “We are encouraged by the initial package handling and processing accuracy of Berkshire Grey’s RPSi system in our Queens facility,” said Ted Dengel, managing director of operations technology and innovation at FedEx Ground. “As an industry leader in technology and automation, we see the significant benefits that next-generation innovation brings in terms of enabling increased safety and productivity, enhancing customer service and improving flexibility to adjust to changing package volumes and sizes.” Berkshire Grey said its technology combines…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 24.23
The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM, Institute today announced that it has opened an office in St Petersburg, Fla. Since its formation in 2017, the ARM Institute has been based in Pittsburgh. The new office is in the Tampa Bay Innovation Center. “Florida was the logical choice for the ARM Institute’s second location,” stated Suzy Teele, chief strategy officer of the ARM Institute. “There are over 13,000 manufacturing organizations in critical industry sectors such as aerospace, electronics, defense, apparel, and food production that can greatly benefit from advanced automation.” The ARM Institute is one of nine Manufacturing Innovation Institutes…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 23.33
The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM Institute today announced that it will award a total of $3.26 million across eight new projects that identify challenges facing U.S. manufacturers and propose technology solutions. The institute said it has funded and managed more than 150 robotics, artificial intelligence, and workforce development projects to date. “Our selections in this latest project call address diverse areas of need in manufacturing – from identifying and road-mapping needed robotics developments to directly creating solutions for the problems that manufacturers are facing today,” stated Dr. Chuck Brandt, chief technology officer of the ARM Institute. “These projects…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 23.25
…the launch of its new online help center. The Pittsburgh-based company said the Seegrid Help Center gives its customers access to specialized insights, product information, and mobile automation use cases curated by its engineering, service, and support teams. “Our robots and software are proven, having safely driven more than seven million autonomous miles while moving billions of pounds of materials in our customers’ highly dynamic, complex industrial environments,” said Jim Rock, CEO of Seegrid. “Every autonomous mile and pound moved represents real-world knowledge and expertise, making Seegrid uniquely capable of helping our customers succeed with mobile automation.” Online help center…