Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.89
July 30, 2021
…each other to provide superhuman results in terms of perception—they can see in complete darkness,” said Emelyanov. This approach is different than relying on GPS or mapping, and 5G networking has yet to come to most rural areas. Compatibility and control “Farmers often have separate vehicles for different processes— such as soil treatment, spraying, and harvesting—that they rarely use together,” Emelyanov said. “We are now working with combine harvesters, but there will be applications in tractors and sprayers in the next year.” “We want to cover all the most popular agricultural machines,” he said. “Our concept is like Star Wars'…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.59
July 27, 2021
…centrally manages and monitors all system functions. Using advanced perception, motion planning, and proprietary control algorithms, Outrider said its technology enables its autonomous yard trucks to optimally align in front of semi-trailers, back under the trailer, and attach the fifth wheel (the connection point of the truck) to the kingpin (the connection point on the trailer) with extreme precision. Not only can the Outrider System connect with millimeter accuracy, but it can also use sensors to confirm a successful kingpin connection without requiring manual verification, said the company. “Most autonomous trucking companies are focused on moving trailers down long stretches…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.54
July 23, 2021
…we’ve been testing software that uses techniques like automated perception, deep learning, reinforcement learning, motion planning, simulation, and force control.” “In one instance, we trained a robot in two hours to complete a USB connection task that would take hundreds of hours to program,” she said. “In other tests, we orchestrated multiple robot arms to assemble an architectural installation and a simple piece of furniture.” “None of this is realistic or affordable to automate today — and there are millions of other examples like this in businesses around the world,” claimed Tan-White. “This all hints at the potential for Intrinsic’s…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.65
July 22, 2021
…of Voyage, which it described as an “plug-and-play” lidar perception system. The Voyage deployment kit includes the proprietary SENSR2 software, lidar sensors, and a computer, allowing customers to immediately use the product and start seeing real-time results, said the company. The lidar market, which could reach more than $3 billion by 2025, has become crowded over the past several years, as the technology became synonymous with autonomous vehicles, said Seoul Robotics. While there are many lidar producers, most sensors on the market are sold without any intelligence, the company added. This approach is similar to selling a computer without a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.10
July 20, 2021
…Sapien 6M is compatible with its RE2 Detect autonomous perception system and RE2 Intellect decision processing system, enabling autonomous mobile manipulation in both structured and unstructured environments. For applications that still require human intellect to perform a complicated task, the RE2 Sapien 6M arm can be teleoperated with the RE2 Imitative Controller, a human-robot control interface that enables remote control capabilities. “Our goal is to develop human-like robotic arm solutions that improve operational efficiencies, worker safety, and overall productivity for our customers,” said Pedersen. “The RE2 Sapien 6M robotic arm is a leap-ahead technology that will support our customers’ complex…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.02
July 16, 2021
…company is testing its systems and next-generation approaches to perception and decision-making in the San Francisco Bay area, Pittsburgh, and Dallas. Transaction details “We believe Aurora will be the first to commercialize self-driving technology at scale for the U.S. trucking and passenger transportation markets based on its industry-leading team, technology and partnerships,” said Mark Pincus, Co-Founder and Director of Reinvent Technology Partners Y. The special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) is led by Pincus, Michael Thompson, and Reid Hoffman. Investors and Aurora partners have committed $1 billion in a private investment in public equity (PIPE), and the proposed transaction represents an equity…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.55
July 15, 2021
…Some key Robotic Drive Cloud use cases, such as data ingest, elastic cloud bursting for AD simulations, and lidar perception management have already been successfully deployed in client environments and have received positive feedback, according to DXC Luxoft and AWS. “Collaborating with a recognized industry leader like DXC Luxoft enhances our ability to meet the needs of our automotive customers, leveraging specific industry experience with AD/ADAS data-driven development platforms and services,” said Wendy Bauer, director of automotive sales at AWS. “Together, we’re enabling the automotive industry to safely accelerate development and time to market for autonomous driving systems.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.54
July 10, 2021
…functionality and the reality of successful deployments. The widespread perception that mobile robots are complete systems that are ready to deploy on material transport applications out of the box is incorrect. The reality is that they are platforms for deploying mobile autonomous automation—components within a complete robotics system rather than an entire system in themselves. To deploy AMRs successfully and safely in real-world applications, you need compatible, standardized mobile robotic equipment (MRE) such as top rollers and conveyors, cart and tugs, lifters, and rack solutions—plus software to bring these elements together. MREs— the end-of-arm tooling of the mobile robot world…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.73
July 06, 2021
…CEO of Explorer Surgical. “For example, there is a perception of surgery that the surgeon is the key to successful outcomes, but we know this downplays the role of the nurses, scrub techs, reps, and others that can greatly contribute to workflow and efficiency.” “We are the only tool that not only focuses on guiding every team member, but also gives a wide view of all of the players in the room and captures data on what they do,” she added. “This data collection enables future innovation for medical device companies. We have a vision of the future where predictive…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.72
July 06, 2021
…degrees around the vehicle. Using camera and lidar fusion perception blind-spot modules, the Gen5 system can cover an entire robotaxi body with no blind spots, claimed AutoX. The system also offers the world’s best sensor-resolution and computing capabilities for SAE Level 4 autonomous driving systems, the company said. Gen5 allows AutoX RoboTaxis to drive safely on China’s complex urban streets by detecting occluded delivery scooters behind vehicles from several hundreds of meters away. It added that the system’s higher-resolution sensing capability enables them to drive at higher speeds safely, extending the operational design domain of the company’s driverless fleet. AutoX…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.49
July 05, 2021
…production Freetech was founded in 2016, and its vehicle perception technology includes cameras, millimeter-wave radar, and domain controllers. The startup plans to supply SAE Level 3 autonomy capabilities for vehicles to be released next year, and it has partnerships with Chinese automotive manufacturers for more than 40 car models. In addition, Freetech is operating two self-driving shuttles at Hangzhou Canal Asian Games Park. The company said its integrated full-stack offering is ready for mass production in mid-to-high-end models and help the Chinese automotive industry be a world leader in innovation. Investors support business model China Internet Investment Fund led in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.03
July 03, 2021
…said it has mastered five essential technologies including integrated perception, decision and planning, execution parameters, onboard supercomputing platform, and cloud control platform. In 2020, Yutong said it put great effort into building the finest engineering team for autonomous driving in the world. Also last year, the release of intelligent traffic brand WitGo became the real solution for city-level traffic problems, said Yutong. WitGo can support smart vehicles, intelligent roads, unmanned terminals, autonomous charging systems, intelligent bus stops, and cloud control platforms, said the company. Yutong said its systems will help intelligent and autonomous driving gain momentum in the new era…
