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How to Handle Non-Conveyable Items with Automation
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Peak Season Tips: Steps to Prepare for the Busiest Time of Year
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MissionGO Unmanned Systems tapped Chris Corgnati to be its new president in part because of his technical understanding of the company’s products and the red tape required to expand their reach. Baltimore-based MissionGO provides unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) training, infrastructure inspections, and the delivery of medical supplies and human organs. “We are an aviation services company that just happens to…
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How to Navigate a Maturing Warehouse Robotics Market
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Investments in artificial intelligence and robotics have continued to grow worldwide, according to a new report from the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. As more industries adopt AI and automation, concerns have arisen about ethics and potential regulation, said the report. “2021 was the year that AI went from an emerging technology to a mature technology—we're no longer dealing…
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Charting A Short and Long-Term Course to Handle Peak Demand
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Cleaning and polishing ship propellers is a dangerous and time-consuming task for human commercial divers. Two well-known Danish investors have become co-owners of SubBlue Robotics, which has developed a remote-controlled robot for the job. The shipping industry has realized the potential benefits of an improved working environment, time saved in port, and a significant reduction in the use of climate-impacting…
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Soon, industrial robots in warehouses could be smart enough to know which one has the right of way in busy aisles. Researchers at the Rochester Institute of Technology, or RIT, are developing an intelligent materials handling system for warehouses that integrates lidar sensors and artificial intelligence. With supply chain challenges brought on by the pandemic and increased demands for e-commerce,…
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Swedish freight technology company Einride AB announced today at the South by Southwest Conference its first remote Pod operator—long time trucking veteran Tiffany Heathcott. Remote Pod operators will observe and support Einride Pods that are operating in automated drive mode to ensure they run optimally and safely as they ship goods on behalf of Einride’s customers, the company said. In…
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Hyundai Motor India Deploys Sherpa Robots From Ati Motors
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Intuition Robotics Ltd. today announced the official commercial launch of its ElliQ digital care companion, which is now available for purchase. The social robot is designed to help older adults be more physically active and socially engaged, enabling them to have happier, more independent lives. “After years of hard work, this day has finally come,” stated Dor Skuler, co-founder and…
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More than 1,400 employees worldwide are working together under a new agreement devised by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., BMW Group, and Arriver Software to develop a scalable autonomous driving platform. The cooperation combines BMW’s autonomous driving (AD) technology, Arriver’s Vision Perception and New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) policy products, and Qualcomm’s chips, the companies said. A common goal They will focus…
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“The U.S. is short nearly 7 million single-family homes,” said Diamond Age. “Producing more will benefit both home builders and home buyers.” The Phoenix, Ariz.-based company last week said it has raised a $50 million Series A round to advance its automation for the home construction industry and pursue its go-to-market strategy. Diamond Age said its robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) offering combines…
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Leasing lift trucks has clear benefits, from preserving cash to saving yourself the long-term hassle of growing maintenance demands. But if you don’t read the fine print, a seemingly low-price lease may cost you more than you bargained for. Discover how you can avoid expensive surprises and save time and money by: Knowing which hidden fees to watch out for…
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ABB Group is adding two new lines of large manufacturing robots to its portfolio—the IRB 5710 and IRB 5720. The new robots are suitable for a wide range of production tasks including material handling and machine tending and assembly, as well as specific operations in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing such as battery module picking and placing, high precision assembly, and…
GENISOM AI makes ICRA debut at conference in Vienna
World's first omni-modal evaluation including tactile sensing for…
Ultrasonic sensing enhances robotics perception
North America’s largest automation and robotics event takes place June 22-25
