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Hesai Photonics Technology Co., which makes lidar systems for automotive applications, has raised more than $300 million (U.S.) in Series D funding. The Shanghai, China-based company said it plans to use the money to continue research and development of optoelectric chips and to scale up production of its hybrid, solid-state lidar to 1 million units. Founded in 2014, Hesai said…
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Seegrid Corp. today announced the availability of Series 8 of its Palion Tow Tractor. The Pittsburgh-based company said the latest version of its automated tow tractor includes enhanced Smart Path technology, increasing a robot fleet's ability to comprehend and make decisions while moving materials in dynamic, high-traffic facilities. Seegrid said its autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) have been reliably serving the…
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Mobile robots, autonomous vehicles, and aerial drones are a part of the growing Internet of Things ecosystem. Qualcomm Technologies Inc. today announced seven new products to boost edge computing, networking capabilities, and digital transformation efforts. The San Diego-based company said its systems range from entry-level to premium tier for a variety of applications in indutries including transportation, logistics, warehousing, retail,…
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WALTHAM, Mass.—Vecna Robotics, which provides mobile robots and workflow orchestration, today announced the appointment of Craig Malloy to chief executive officer. Malloy will focus on the company's organizational and operational needs. Founder Daniel Theobald will resume his role as chief innovation officer, and he will continue to serve as executive chairman of Vecna's board. “Craig has an impressive track record…
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Geekplus Technology Co. today announced the successful launch of 100 mobile robots in Circle K Hong Kong's distribution center. The companies said the deployment is Asia's largest smart warehouse to date and reflects their commitment to building supply chain resilience with technology and supporting customers with a wide selection of products and services. “We are excited to see our system…
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FARO Technologies Inc. today announced that it has acquired HoloBuilder Inc. Lake Mary, Fla.-based FARO supplies 3D measurement, imaging, and realization systems for the 3D metrology; public safety analytics; and architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) markets. “The high-value that digitalization brings to the AEC and operations and maintenance industries creates significant market opportunity for FARO,” stated Michael Burger, president and…
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The need for repeatability and precision, as well as shortages of skilled workers, has increased interest in automating welding. Vejen, Denmark-based WeldingDroid has announced that robotics luminary Thomas Visti Jensen has joined its ownership group. The Vejen, Denmark-based startup said it plans to use its latest capital to grow from six to 30 employees and to open branches in Germany…
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Robotics designers want to use fewer components in drive mechanisms, as well as a shorter chain and non-relevancy between each procedure, for higher accuracy and more efficient transmission, said HSOAR Precision Robotics. Traditionally, gear and gear, gear and rack, worm and gear, and screw and nut are the main related mesh mates in overall transmission, according to the Shanghai-based company.…
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A new formula from Army scientists is leading to new insights on how to build an energy-efficient legged teammate for dismounted warfighters. In a recent peer-reviewed PLOSE One paper, the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, known as DEVCOM, Army Research Laboratory’s Alexander Kott, Sean Gart, and Jason Pusey offered new insights on how to build autonomous legged robots that…
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Investment activity in robots, drones, autonomous vehicles, and related technologies slowed in May 2021 in comparison with the previous month, totaling more than $3 billion in 70 deals. In comparison, there were also about 70 transactions in April, but they were worth more than $7 billion. Industrial automation, mostly for manufacturing, was the leader in May 2021, with more than…
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Lift truck providers Yale and Hyster, which are part of Hyster-Yale Group, are each offering safety-related resources for National Forklift Safety Day. Yale offers safety tips, inspection, as well as a complementary tire inspection gauge from participating dealers. Visit Yale’s safety page here for more information and resources. According to Yale, frequent, thorough examination of your lift trucks, supported by…
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Toyota Motor Corp.'s first standalone, early-stage venture capital firm, Toyota AI Ventures, yesterday said it will change its name to Toyota Ventures and grow its total assets under management to more than $500 million. The addition of two $150 million early-stage funds—the Toyota Ventures Frontier Fund and the Toyota Ventures Climate Fund—reflect its commitment to partnering with entrepreneurs and innovators,…
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Ease of use has been a mantra among robotics vendors in the past few years as they seek to expand adoption. Sensors and software have proven to be the “secret sauce” in automating new tasks. Realtime Robotics Inc. has developed proprietary motion-control technology to enable industrial robots to collaborate with human workers. Yesterday, the company announced completion of a $31.4…
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
