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Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.14
…can't just cheat a bit and spin up another AWS core.” The overall challenge Slamcore needed to address was how to deliver a workable visual SLAM for real-world industry beyond proof-of-concept. And, it had to perform on hardware at a reasonable cost. Off-the-shelf hardware keeps costs low, deployments fast Implementing vision-based navigation systems requires delivering both software and accompanying hardware. But building custom sensors can drive up the cost significantly. “We've got a firm belief that the only way robotics are going to scale is if we use hardware which is readily available,” Nicholson said. Slamcore turned to the consumer…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.15
…emerging technologies, AES said. Maximo to begin installation for AWS at Bellefield in August Maximo has already installed nearly 10 megawatts (MW) of solar and is projected to install 100 MW by 2025. AES expects to use Maximo to help build up to 5 gigawatts (GW) of its solar backlog and pipeline over the next three years. AES will utilize Maximo in its construction of the 2 GW Bellefield project in Kern County, Calif., a solar-plus-storage project under contract with Amazon. The Oak Ridge Solar project in Louisiana, also helping power Amazon operations, was a significant milestone in Maximo's journey…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.90
…company on go-to-market at scale. Carlson was head of worldwide public sector and regulated industries at Amazon Web Services (AWS). “During my time at Amazon, I had the opportunity to partner with Brad on several transformative initiatives,” said Carlson. “I'm excited to work with Brad again at General Catalyst to transform and scale industrial automation for industries worldwide.” At Microsoft, Carlson held roles as the SVP, executive in residence, and VP of federal sales and operations. She was also president and chief growth officer at machine-generated data software analysis provider Splunk, and president and chief commercial officer at supply chain…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.43
…Alexa and iRobot’s HOME app. In 2016, Amazon published a case study on iRobot’s integration with Amazon Web Service (AWS) servers, which allowed iRobot to scale app-controlled operations for consumers. With the smart household devices market growing throughout the past few years, questions about surveillance and data privacy add regulatory complexity to deploying consumer-grade robots.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.80
…The company has also collaborated with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and BT Group, which provide cloud and 5G communications infrastructure for its autonomous vehicle systems. Bridge round is another investment opportunity The Series A+ funding is a combination of equity and debt and the result partnership with an unnamed global private equity (PE) firm. Conigital declined to identify the PE firm but said it manages £150 billion ($185.7 billion) in assets. The company asserted that its latest investment positions it as “the highest-funded driverless vehicle startup in the U.K. and Europe.” Conigital said the funding is in the final stages…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.69
…second-generation Intel Xeon scalable processors. “We've also worked with AWS and Windows IoT on security,” said Waldman. Boards with built-in IoT software enable mobile robots Advantech has developed single-board computers and ruggedized motherboards whose interface can support expansions and that come with its WISE-PaaS IoT software built in. At Automate, Advantech demonstrated its systems with autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). The company said its MIO can improve AMRs' ability to maneuver safely and be managed in fleets. Advantech had previously partnered with engineering company AIUT to enable its Formica AMRs to use natural navigation and automate internal logistics. What industries can…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.02
…efficiency of its warehouse automation solutions. The partnership with AWS will allow Addverb to leverage the cloud platform's machine learning, analytics, and Internet of Things, or IoT, connectivity capabilities to enhance the capabilities of its robotic solutions. Founded in 2016, Addverb offers AI-enabled fixed & flexible automation solutions. The company said its AI- driven solutions and software are designed specifically to serve the global e-ecommerce, warehouse distribution and manufacturing industries. Addverb is a global technology company with headquarters in North America, India, Netherlands, and Singapore. AWS helps increase Addverb's deployment time by 50% In response to the increasing disruptions and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.28
…he said. “A customer could even run Azure or AWS cloud-based tools to analyze imagery locally on the box versus sending tens of thousands of gigabytes of data.” “We hope that the PowerPad Pro can act as a platform for other people to run their software on, such as data analytics and mission planning across a bunch of drones,” added Waters. “We hope we can host and help expand their markets and operations in the field.” Multiple industries could benefit from new tech In its press release, WiBotic said that PowerPad Pro's combination of wireless data transfer and autonomous charging…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 1.37
…Denali said its recent collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) will give customers the option of combining collaborative robots with machine learning, using data and analytics to drive decision making. Denali provides IT and automation integration for large enterprises. Source: Denali Partners expect to deliver strong ROI “This partnership combines industry-leading technology with industry-leading services,” said Justin Long, vice president of global automation at Denali. “The combination of Denali, an experienced IT/OT [information/operational technology] partner, with Universal Robots, the leader in collaborative robots, allows us to bring the best automation designs to our customers while driving a strong return on…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.87
…buildings, shopping malls, and airports in Japan, said SEQSENSE. AWS adds capabilities to SQ-2 security robot SEQSENSE said its mobile robot's core technologies include localization, navigation, and 3D mapping using a super-wide field-of-view lidar. The company developed its original sensor to enable the robot to navigate in narrow aisles or crowded environments. SEQSENSE's 3D lidar technology. Source: AWS The robot also has a high-resolution camera, a 360-degree camera with three fisheye lenses, microphones, and speakers. Operators can monitor the robot remotely and communicate through it. SQ-2 can move around for up to six hours with a 1.5-hour charge, and it…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.39
…simulation and validation technology and the onboard supercomputer, and AWS provided cloud computing and data analytics. The initial 31 university teams used open-source software including the Robot Operating System, or ROS 2. PoliMOVE pulls ahead in close contest Yesterday's challenge required racecars to take turns passing one another as leader/defender and follower/passer/attacker for the first time at speeds of 80, 115, and 155 mph (128.7, 185, and 249.4 kph). Six of the nine teams qualified for the head-to-head competition Saturday. In the run leading into the final race, the car from MIT-PITT-RW team stopped for software and safety reasons, allowing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 0.57
…day on Nov. 11 where the competition will be live broadcast via Twitch in partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS).