Topic: Aerospace

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Near Earth Autonomy Named Innovator of the Year by Pittsburgh Technology Council

December 9, 2022 · Near Earth Autonomy, which has developed systems to make aircraft from drones to helicopters autonomous, received recognition from the PTC for its innovation.

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Changi Airport Group and Sarcos Robotics Demonstrate Outdoor Baggage Handling Automation

December 8, 2022 · Changi Airport in Singapore and Sarcos tested a prototype system to augment human workers by loading and unloading loose passenger bags from narrow-bodied aircraft.

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Sanctuary Cognitive Systems Gets $30M Investment From Canadian Government

November 30, 2022 · The Canadian government wants to be a leader in AI development, as its Strategic Innovation Fund invests in general-purpose robot developer Sanctuary Cognitive Systems.

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Markforged Adds Simulation Features to Additive Manufacturing Software

November 15, 2022 · Markforged's new Simulation software enabled Larsen Motorsports to design and produce 3D printed steering wheels faster and with fewer iterations.

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Optomec and Acme Manufacturing Show Automated Workcell for Adaptive Turbine Part Repair at Formnext

November 11, 2022 · Optomec, an additive manufacturing firm, and Acme, a robotic material removal expert, have built a unified workcell for aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul.

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NEURA Robotics Builds on Cognitive Cobots With 4NE-1 Humanoid

November 8, 2022 · NEURA Robotics has developed systems using computer vision, AI, and voice technology to quickly learn tasks and has applied those lessons in 4NE-1.

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Robots Are Taking on the Most Difficult Jobs in Finland, Finds Report

October 26, 2022 · In Finland, robotics suppliers and integrators have specialized in niche applications in manufacturing, found Gain & Co., HowToRobot, and the Robotics Society in Finland.

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PickNik Robotics Wins Space Force Contract for On-Orbit Capture, NASA Contract for Machine Learning in Space

October 25, 2022 · PickNik Robotics recently won a U.S. Space Force contract for orbital robot arms, a NASA contract for supervised autonomy, and a Colorado AIA grant for space robotics.

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OutdoorNav Software From Clearpath Robotics Designed to Speed Autonomous Vehicle Development

October 18, 2022 · Clearpath Robotics said its OutdoorNav platform provides GPS-based navigation for robotics and autonomous vehicle developers. It also announced a partner program.

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E-Walker Robot Design Could Change Construction in Space, Say U.K. Scientists

October 14, 2022 · The E-Walker robot has been tested by researchers at the University of Lincoln for use in the in-space assembly of a 25 m-large Aperture Space Telescope.

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H3 Dynamics Partners With ARO to Support Drone in a Box Installations Across the U.S.

October 11, 2022 · H3 Dynamics and Administrative Resource Options, or ARO, will combine their expertise to provide 24/7 service for drone station deployments across the U.S.

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ARM Institute Opens Florida Office to Expand Regional Support for Manufacturing Innovation in Robotics and AI

October 3, 2022 · The ARM Institute will open its second location in St. Petersburg, Fla., to grow its support of industry, workforce development, and membership in the region.

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Festo Plans to Demonstrate Two Agile Flying Robots at RoboBoston

September 30, 2022 · Festo will show off its BionicOpter and BionicSwifts at MassRobotics' RoboBoston event in Boston. The flying robots are designed to be more maneuverable than other drones.

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European Space Agency Chooses Astrobotic and Lunar Logistics Services for First Commercial Delivery to the Moon

September 24, 2022 · Astrobotics is working with Lunar Logistics Services and the European Space Agency on this mission.

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How to Create an Effective 3D Printing Workflow

September 17, 2022 · 3D printing and additive manufacturing offer new levels of speed and flexibility for production, but you must first understand processes, materials, and scale.

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Aerobotix and FerRobotics Create End of Arm Tool for Sanding in Hazardous Environments

September 15, 2022 · Aerobotix and FerRobotics said their new Class II, Division 1 sander tool can eliminate the risk of silicosis and combustion in hazardous environments.

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New Robotics and AI Lab at Saint Leo University Designed to Give Students Hands-on Time with Robots

September 3, 2022 · A new lab at Saint Leo University in Florida was designed to teach students about a range of robotics applications.

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AUVSI and Fortress Information Security to Develop Cyber-Security Model for Uncrewed Vehicles

August 23, 2022 · The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems is working with Fortress Information Security to help protect unmanned vehicles from cyber-attacks.

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PickNik Robotics Launches MoveIt Studio Developer Platform and SDK

August 16, 2022 · PickNik Robotics designed MoveIt Studio to help engineers develop manipulation applications in a variety of industries, including aerospace, manufacturing, and healthcare.

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GrayMatter Robotics Raises $20M Series A for Automating Surface Finishing

August 16, 2022 · GrayMatter Robotics' AI helps automate surface finishing and treatment in high-mix, high-variability production. It plans to hire for a wide range of positions.

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