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How Beckhoff Automation’s EtherCAT and controllers power Dexterity’s Mech ‘superhumanoid’ robot

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As warehouses become increasingly automated, robotics developers are discovering that artificial intelligence alone isn't enough. Physical AI - the ability for robots to perceive, reason and safely interact with dynamic environments - depends just as much on the automation architecture beneath the surface as it does on advanced algorithms. Dexterity, a provider of physical AI and robotics, selected Beckhoff Automation's…


Automate 2026: Five observations from North America’s largest robotics and automation event

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It was quite a week in Chicago for Automate 2026, North America’s largest robotics and automation event. Despite some travel hiccups that extended our stay, it was an enlightening week at McCormick Place to check in on all the latest global innovations in automation, components, robotics and vision. I had some (extra) time to think about my time in Chicago,…


Automate 2026: Forklifts, physical AI, vision systems and more from day three in Chicago

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CHICAGO – Crowds continued to surge on day three of Automate 2026 at McCormick Place. The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) welcomed tens of thousands of attendees to the Windy City to see the latest technological innovations across the robotics and automation ecosystem. Robotics 24/7 wrapped up our time in Chicago, with all the latest news and notes from the…


Automate 2026: Industrial robots, humanoids, software systems and more from day two in Chicago

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CHICAGO – It was another incredibly busy day at Chicago’s McCormick Place for Automate 2026. The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) saw tens of thousands of attendees exploring the North and South Halls for the latest technological innovations across the robotics and automation ecosystem. Robotics 24/7 continues to report from Chicago, with all the latest news and notes from the…


Automate 2026: Cobots, components, safety sensors and more from day one in Chicago

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CHICAGO – Robotics and automation professionals from around the world traveled to Chicago’s McCormick Place for a week of innovation and inspiration as Automate 2026 began. The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) expects over 50,000 attendees to view the latest technologies at this year’s event, bringing together over 1,000 exhibitors from every corner of the globe. Robotics 24/7 is in…


Automate 2026 preview: AI, humanoids, robotics & vision system innovation head to Chicago

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Automate 2026, North America’s largest robotics and automation show, is expected to welcome over 50,000 attendees and 1,000 exhibitors to Chicago’s McCormick Place from June 22-25. Hosted by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), Automate will host AI, humanoid, robotic and vision leaders from around the world, looking to “transform the way you work.” Automate 2026 hours and location Automate…


Robotics Invest 2026: Robotics investors, entrepreneurs and tech innovators meet in Boston

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BOSTON - Robotics Invest 2026, the fourth annual robotics investment summit hosted by Cybernetix Ventures, kicked off Robotics Tech Week 2026 in Boston. The two-day event featured over 300 investors, entrepreneurs and executives in the robotics sector for keynotes, panels, roundtables and networking opportunities to discuss the ongoing evolution of funding and investment in this space. “Building the next wave…


How KUKA’s assembly robot portfolio handles small and high payloads with precision

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As one of the world’s largest robotics companies, KUKA’s expansive portfolio of robots performs tasks of varying complexity across industries, managing small and heavy payloads with precision. Specifically related to assembly tasks, KUKA’s lineup consists of 11 different robot series, capable of handling the different reach, applications and weights required for industrial assembly. Precision on the assembly line Across its…


How GFT Technologies’ AI-powered assembly line robots detect and remove defective automotive parts

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In late April 2026, AI-centric global digital transformation company GFT Technologies released its AI-powered robotic arms that it said are designed for automotive manufacturing. The three-robot lineup harnesses the power of AI, cloud, edge, vision and robot arms to inspect, identify and remove defective components on the automotive assembly line. AI model improvements make the assembly line robots possible Robots…


MODEX 2026: Five observations from supply chain’s biggest event

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What a week it was in Atlanta for MODEX 2026. My feet are still tired from exploring all the latest supply chain, warehouse and logistics innovations on display across all three halls of the Georgia World Congress Center. But now that I’ve had a couple of days to debrief and digest my thoughts from the show, what does it all…


Skild AI acquires Zebra Technologies’ robotics business segment

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Omni-bodied intelligence company Skild AI, fresh off a $1.4 billion Series C funding round in early 2026, announced it has acquired Zebra Technologies' robotics arm. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Omni-bodied intelligence for the warehouse Zebra Technologies announced at the end of 2025 that it “will soon ‘dispose or exit its robotics automation solutions business.’” The company’s SEC…


MODEX 2026: Picking systems, safety sensors, software and more from day three in Atlanta

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ATLANTA - Day three of MODEX 2026 featured more warehouse innovations and technology releases, as the supply chain world reviewed the latest and greatest at the Georgia World Congress Center. Show attendees saw a multitude of hardware and software displays among the 1,000+ exhibitors on the show floor, and partook in educational seminars and interactive sessions featuring organizations from around…


MODEX 2026: Software integrations, vision systems, cobots and more from day two in Atlanta

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ATLANTA – Day two of MODEX 2026 was marked by major announcements and milestones, as the supply chain world continued to evaluate the latest technologies, partnerships and integrations. Show attendees saw a multitude of hardware and software displays among the 1,000+ exhibitors on the show floor, and partook in educational seminars and interactive sessions featuring organizations from around the world.…


MODEX 2026: Warehouse robots, ASRS, orchestration and scanners from day one in Atlanta

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ATLANTA – MODEX 2026 began with a bang, as the supply chain world descended on the Georgia World Congress Center to jumpstart a week of technological innovations. Show attendees saw a multitude of hardware and software displays among the 1,000+ exhibitors on the show floor, and partook in educational seminars and interactive sessions featuring organizations from around the world. Robotics…


MODEX 2026 Q&A: Robotics leaders on supply chain, automation & innovation

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MODEX 2026 is almost here. As the supply chain world prepares to descend on Atlanta, Robotics 24/7 asked its Executive Advisory Board what they’re excited about for the event. Check out what our EAB members said about MODEX 2026, and what they’re looking for at the event. Amir Sharif, Co-Founder & COO, 3Laws Amir Sharif, Co-Founder & COO, 3Laws What…


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How Beckhoff Automation’s EtherCAT and controllers power Dexterity’s Mech ‘superhumanoid’ robot
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Safety, communication and motion control components enable smooth operation

Automate 2026: Forklifts, physical AI, vision systems and more from day three in Chicago
Automate 2026: Forklifts, physical AI, vision systems and more from day three in Chicago

North America’s largest robotics and automation event winds down