Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.12
…ABB said its family of AMRs with visual simultaneous localization and mapping (vSLAM) technology and its AI-enabled Robotic Item Picker can help businesses overcome these shortages. These systems are capable of making intelligent decisions in dynamic environments and “can take on dull, dirty, and sometimes dangerous tasks to free people to do more rewarding work,” ABB asserted. An ABB mobile robot for logistics uses vSLAM. Source: ABB Robotics ABB builds on Atlanta ecosystem ABB said its new facility will develop new products and technologies, as well as serve as a hub for collaboration with its customers and integration partners in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.03
…autonomous cloud robotics platform is built on a simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) infrastructure and uses a blend of lidar, depth cameras, and computer vision to generate maps that are shared across robot fleets. With OhmniLabs' computer vision at the edge, robots can recognize the people and objects around them and understand the environments they're navigating, even without an Internet connection, the company said. OhmniLabs added that its Modular Tech Library includes more than 200 robotic components spanning hardware, engineering, software, and cloud robotics. Examples include brushless motors, sensors, acoustically tuned speakers, and self-docking charging systems. Every tech module has…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.02
…said. In addition, ABB said its VSLAM (visual simultaneous localization and mapping) uses artificial intelligence for accurate navigation in dynamic indoor environments. ABB OptiFact is intended to facilitate production decision making. Source: ABB Robotics Different environments increase productivity Several production facilities have deployed OptiFact, reported ABB. At one highly automated automotive factory, it collects and analyzes process cycle times and other KPIs, providing visibility into operations and saving up to 25% of experts’ time, it asserted. As a result, ABB said its customer has deployed more than 580 robots in its operations. OptiFact has also proven its value for small…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.01
…ACR, carton-picking ACR, telescopic lift ACR, and laser simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) ACR. The company also said it created the HAIPORT automatic case-loading port to address warehouse needs and cater to dynamic business changes. HAIPICK applied in multiple projects In the past year, HAIPICK has been applied in third-party logistics (3PL), apparel, e-commerce, electronics, energy, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and other industries. HAI Robotics recently partnered with Material Handling Systems (MHS) to provide its systems to distribution centers and fulfillment facilities. “We have deployed over 90 projects and gained the trust of many of our customers who continue working with us…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.75
…precision of Traptic's robotic arm movement engineered by 3D localization and pathing is very exciting. By joining forces with Traptic, Bowery's network of smart indoor farms will achieve another level of technological sophistication and maturity.” Traptic robots use 3D cameras and neural networks to determine whether fruits are ripe or not, according to Bowery. Its robots are also equipped with grippers and AI to help them pick and harvest fruits and vegetables delicately. “Traptic's technology works 24 hours per day, reduces food waste up to 20%, and increases yields of high-quality, blemish- free produce,” Bowery said in the release. While…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.75
…pricing accuracy, planogram compliance, product stock levels, and product localization. Each function negates the need for time consuming and manual processes, reducing waste and inventory loss, according to Sam's Club and Brain Corp. “This latest iteration of our valued and longstanding partnership with Sam’s Club marks the beginning of realizing the next phase in our company's vision,” said Dr. Eugene Izhikevich, CEO of Brain Corp. “We are actively taking BrainOS-powered robots from primarily task-oriented machines, to in-store data-acquisition platforms, able to deliver actionable insights on inventory availability, planogram compliance, and more. This adds significant ROI [return on investment] for retailers.”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.71
…items more easily, he said. “If you can do localization, you can detect where the tea box has to be placed,” Coffin said. “Coupling that with our motion control and all this additional perceptibility that we have around the robot, we're able to do that in a really efficient manner.” The new Robotic Kitting System is designed to be easy for integrators to deploy with other automation. Source: OSARO API eases integration of Robotic Kitting System OSARO noted that in goods-to-robot applications, its API enables its pick-and-place systems to easily integrate with AMRs and other automation. “We've been increasing our…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.67
…road and lane network HD map platform, enabling high-precision localization support to automated vehicles.” The AMP team said the CARMERA acquisition will accelerate its shift from research and development to the next phase of commercialization by bolstering the platform’s engineering team with HD mapping experts. In addition, it will provide access to CARMERA’s map update, change management, and Internet of Things (IoT) sensing technology. “We’ve been progressing steadily in bringing safe automated mobility to the passenger and commercial vehicle segments, such as our recent announcements with Isuzu Motors Ltd. and Hino Motors Ltd., and with Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.60
…design. It provides support for deep learning, 360-degree simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM), GPS-denied indoor navigation, high-resolution 4K imagery, and ultrasonic object detection for added safety. Qualcomm's latest products also suport 4G LTE, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi in addition to 5G, said Singh in response to a question during the briefing. In addition, it includes support for Linux and the Robot Operating System (ROS). Interest in the RB5 is largely coming in drones and service robots for cleaning, Singh said. He said the reference design could be used in first-mile and last-mile delivery, UAM, and many other applications over the next…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.55
…topics: Nov 14, 2022: Pinpoint, 250 fps, ROS 2 localization with vSLAM on NVIDIA Jetson, led by Dr. Raffaello Bonghi December 2022: Using Isaac ROS for Stereo-Based Depth Estimation, led by Hemal Shah December 2022: Building an Isaac ROS accelerated module using YOLOv5, led by Asawaree Bandhi Developers can register here for the Nov 14 session, and are requested to check back soon as more webinars will be added to the series. ROSCon 2022 If you are attending ROSCon in Kyoto, Japan, please be sure to attend the technical session gz-omni: Bridging Gazebo with Isaac Sim on Oct 20, 2022at…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.50
…“We provide accurate, robust, and commercially viable SLAM [simultaneous localization and mapping] using affordable cameras and components that will benefit wide swathes of businesses and improve the user experience of consumer products,” he added. “We've been working on the technology for four years, and it has been on the commercial market for the past year,” Nicholson told Robotics 24/7. “Over 100 customers use the SDK [software development kit], and most are in POC [proof of concept].” SLAMcore helps robots 'read the room' SLAMcore said it uses deep learning to help devices identify physical space, objects, and people around them in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.47
…Robot Operating System (ROS), drives and motors, and simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM). Median prices for robot arms have dropped over the past six years, said the AI Index Report 2022. AI investments continue to climb Private investment in AI totaled about $93.5 billion in 2021, more than double the amount of investment in 2020. However, the number of newly funded AI businesses dropped from 1,051 companies in 2019 and 762 startups in 2020 to 746 companies in 2021. In 2020, there were four funding rounds worth $500 million or more; in 2021, there were 15, said the “AI Index…