Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.44
November 03, 2023
…its portfolio includes systems for advanced fueling options, 360-degree perception, and onboard sensor-cleaning systems. It also highlighted patents for systems to reduce energy consumption, sharing information about road closures between autonomous vehicles (AVs) and updating Autonomous Freight Network routing plans, and a Mobile Launchpad for AVs to reduce the need for driver interventions during the loading and landing process. “TuSimple’s patent portfolio reflects our best-in-class technology development and strong progress in bringing autonomy to the market,” stated Paul Liu, global head of intellectual property at TuSimple. He spoke with Robotics 24/7 about TuSimple's patent portfolio and technology strategy. TuSimple builds…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.10
October 30, 2023
…Seattle-based NVIDIA Robotics Research Lab focuses on robot manipulation, perception and physics-based simulation. It is part of NVIDIA Research, which includes more than 300 people around the world researching topics such as AI, computer graphics, computer vision, and autonomous vehicles. The company said its team will present 15 papers at CoRL, which will be from Nov. 6 to 9 in Atlanta. Many of them will describe simulation-to-real findings that enable imitation learning, perception, segmentation, and tracking in robotics. NVIDIA to share advances in robot learning For contact-rich manipulation tasks using imitation learning, NVIDIA said its researchers have developed novel methods…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.44
October 24, 2023
…robot model has the best combination of sensors and perception to effectively detect and move around obstacles. By optimizing the work area and equipping the AMR with robust navigation capabilities, organizations can look forward to smooth and collision-free operations. 5. Optimize integration with infrastructure. Evaluate how well AMRs can integrate with existing infrastructure and systems within the facility. Assess compatibility with charging stations, Wi-Fi or network connectivity, and access to power outlets. Integration with software such as inventory or warehouse management systems (WMS) allows for efficient data exchange, real-time monitoring, and centralized control. Facilitating the flow of information can help…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.64
October 18, 2023
…and then send alerts.” NVIDIA Isaac Sim includes enhanced perception and simulation for a range of robot applications. Source: NVIDIA Isaac adds perception, simulation abilities At ROSCon 2023, NVIDIA announced improvements to perception and simulation capabilities with new releases of Isaac ROS and Isaac Sim software. Built on the open-source Robot Operating System (ROS), “Isaac ROS brings perception to automation, giving eyes and ears to the things that move,” it said. NVIDIA stated that its graphics processing unit (GPU)-accelerated GEMs enable visual odometry, depth perception, 3D scene reconstruction, and localization and planning. Robotics developers can use the tools to swiftly…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.36
October 17, 2023
…Self-Adaptive Lidar-Camera Synchronization System 3/28/2023 US-11,592,565 Flexible Multi-Channel Fusion Perception 2/28/2023 US-11,555,928 Three-Dimensional Object Detection With Ground Removal Intelligence 1/17/2023 US-11,372,115 Vehicle Localization 6/28/2022 US-11,186,234 Vehicle Sensor Systems 11/30/2021 US-11,169,271 Obstacle-Detection Systems 11/9/2021 Cyngn has obtained 16 patents. Source: Cyngn Cyngn develops modular AV technologies Cyngn added that its patents are focused on modularity and flexibility of AV systems with multiple sensor modalities and configurations. It said more information is available at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The company's DriveMod Kit can be installed on new industrial vehicles at end of line or via retrofit. This enables customers…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.08
October 13, 2023
…so that mowers know the boundaries of grass through perception only. With a camera and our full stack, the robot could explore a yard, build a map, and mow in one session.” “We are building large world models—LWMs—to power robots with an AI brain so they can work in all types of outdoor environments,” added Murty. “What Open AI did with language, Electric Sheep wants to do for outdoor robotics—under the air cover of a profitable business model.” “This is different from large language models,” he said. “We're building a world model from first-order physics principles rather than taking noisy…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.45
October 02, 2023
…advanced sensor fusion technology and computer vision cameras for perception. This combination provides a comprehensive view of the environment, enhancing perception capabilities and reducing blind spots, claimed ForwardX. It also ensures safe navigation and minimizes the risk of collisions, the company said. Case-picking operations can be made even more efficient and safe when the AMRs are integrated with ForwardX's assisted case-picking system and use a batch picking method, it said. The Flex 300-S mobile robots. Source: ForwardX Robotics Safety before autonomy ForwardX acknowledged that manual lift carts and forklifts are still “indispensable” for warehouses needing to pick cases of small…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.20
September 27, 2023
…of DexR truck-loading system. Source: Dexterity AI DexR offers perception, smarts, and agility Dexterity added that its AI platform uses a broad set of intelligence, so it can be used to handle the complexities of truck-loading operations. It asserted that the platform's “unique” characteristics include: Generative wall planning: With every new box presented to the DexR, Dexterity said its AI software takes 500 milliseconds or less to assess billions of wall-build possibilities to pack trailers with tight, stable walls. A sense of touch: Dexterity AI-powered force control gives robots a sense of touch so they know how to gently nudge…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.94
September 26, 2023
…and AI has created challenges with regard to public perception, technical literacy, government policy, and media coverage,” said Boston Dynamics. “Scientific data are needed to ground conversations, as well as guide development of the technology.” “The AI Institute aims to solve the most important and fundamental problems in robotics and AI,” it added. The Cambridge, Mass.-based research organization said it brings together top talent in robotics, AI, machine learning, computer science, and engineering with the goal of developing future generations of intelligent machines. The AI Institute works in four core areas of research: cognitive AI, athletic AI, organic hardware design,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.56
September 08, 2023
…lot of its is ambient distraction, particularly in the perceptions of the public and policymakers. ChatGPT is flashy, and many in the media make people think about fears rather than opportunities. Artificial intelligence is going to have a significant impact in robotics. Right now, the hype around the pace of development is oustripping the actual pace of practical applications in manufacturing, logistics, and many other industries. Policymakers get all ginned up about jobs, but we should focus on developing applications where those technologies improve our ability to do things. People are worried about robotic battlefields. That's not to diminish the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.36
September 05, 2023
…real-time, non-volatile digital twin and offering a suite of perception, planning, and control algorithms to digitize the real world and autonomously move robots and other industrial equipment through it,” said Dr. Ross Diankov, co-founder of Mujin. “We are excited to continue our journey toward perfecting the MujinController and getting it into everyone’s hands.” Founded in 2011, Mujin said it develops machine intelligence for a common control platform for industrial and collaborative robots. The company, which has offices in Suwanee, Ga., and Guangzhou, China, said it can make pick-and-place and materials handling applications easier to deploy, more accurate, and less costly.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.53
September 04, 2023
…such as assembly. Source: igus Groups work to change perceptions, offer retraining Attitudes toward manufacturing are changing, but not fast enough for industry. According to a survey last year by Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute, nearly 45% of manufacturing executives said they have turned down business opportunities because of a lack of workers. The study said that most workers prefer jobs in sectors such as retail, services, and technology, even as the amount viewing manufacturing as innovative has increased from 39% to 64%. If public-private partnerships present manufacturing as high-tech and invest in training, as Forbes recommended, that positive perception…
