Indxx Japan Robotics & AI Index Licensed by Global X Japan for an ETF
June 25, 2021
Japanese robotics and AI companies are getting a dedicated exchange-traded fund, the Indxx Japan Robotics & AI Index. Its managing partner explains where the country is investing.
Micropsi Industries Updates MIRAI Robot Control System for Faster Implementation
June 24, 2021
Micropsi said its latest version of MIRAI enables fast, easy, in-house training of robot for applications handling multiple variations without requiring additional hardware.
WeRide Closes $310M Series C Round for Robotic Taxis, Buses
June 23, 2021
WeRide, whose Master Platform powers its robotaxis and Mini Robobus vehicles, has received funding from Nissan and others, bringing its valuation to $3 billion.
Roam Robotics Relies on Air for Flexible, Affordable Wearable Robots
June 23, 2021
Roam Robotics is working to improve knee mobility with its lightweight, pneumatic-powered Ascend wearable orthosis, which it is developing in parallel with the Forge military device.
Solid-State Lidar Provider Quanergy to Enter SPAC Merger, List on NYSE
June 22, 2021
Quanergy, which makes solid-state lidar sensors and 3D perception software, plans to merge with CITIC Capital Acquisition Corp. and use proceeds of $278 million to continue growth.
NVIDIA Offers Isaac Sim on Omniverse to Robotics Developers in Open Beta
June 21, 2021
The new Isaac simulation engine not only creates more photorealistic environments, but it also streamlines synthetic data generation and domain randomization, said NVIDIA.
Boston Dynamics Acquisition by Hyundai Motor Group From SoftBank Is Complete
June 21, 2021
Hyundai Motor Group has completed its acquisition of a controlling share in humanoid and legged robot maker Boston Dynamics, and the companies plan to expand their product lines.
CNH Industrial Buys Precision Agriculture Firm Raven Industries
June 21, 2021
CNH Industries and Raven Industries will explore synergies in their agricultural machine brands, including autonomous tractor development, and continue innovation work in South Dakota.
Researchers Make Maneuverable Miniature Robots Controlled With Magnetic Fields
June 19, 2021
A team of scientists has developed millimeter-sized robots that can be controlled using magnetic fields to perform dexterous manipulations. This could have applications in biomedicine and manufacturing.
Pony.ai Claims to Be the First Company to Test Driverless Vehicles in Both the U.S. and China
June 17, 2021
Pony.ai has obtained authorization to conduct testing of fully autonomous vehicles in preparation for offering robotaxi services in multiple cities in China and the U.S. next year.
MachineMetrics Raises $20M Series B Funding for Autonomous Manufacturing
June 16, 2021
Teradyne led the round for MachineMetrics, which said it applies Industrial IoT to machine monitoring to help manufacturers create the factory of the future with autonomous systems.
Airwayz Partners With Digiland for AI-Driven Drone Fleet Management Services
June 16, 2021
Airwayz, which has developed AI-based software for fleet management autonomous drones, is partnering with investment, operations, and consulting firm Digiland to deploy services worldwide.
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Why the U.S. Infrastructure Bill Must Respond to China’s Investment in High-Tech Manufacturing and Robotics
June 15, 2021
China has made significant investments in technologies such as robotics, as well as in advanced manufacturing and global trade, so the U.S. needs the infrastructure bill to be competitive.
NVIDIA Releases Jetson AGX Xavier Industrial Module for Harsh Environments
June 15, 2021
NVIDIA said its new NVIDIA Jetson AGX Xavier Industrial module is designed to enable multiple industries to deploy AI at the edge in environments where safety and reliability are critical.
RiACT Execs Aim for Cobots That Are Both Flexible and Simple to Use
June 15, 2021
RiACT, a Danish startup that has developed software for abstracting collaborative robot actions and making them easier to program, has announced pre-seed funding.
Stratom to Develop Autonomous Pallet Loader for U.S. Marine Corps
June 14, 2021
Stratom has received an SBIR contract to develop an Autonomous Pallet Loader that can move 10,000-lb. pallets on and off aircraft. Robotics 24/7 spoke with Stratom's CEO about the vehicle.
Intech NDE to Distribute Sarcos Robotics’ Guardian S Inspection Robot in Canada
June 13, 2021
Sarcos has named Intech NDE as official distribution partner for providing its Guardian S compact, remote visual inspection and surveillance robot to customers across Canada.
Italian Sheet Metal Manufacturer Uses nTopology Software for 3D-Printed Grippers
June 12, 2021
Preziosa Francesco worked with Add-it design engineers, Desktop Metal 3D printers, and nTopology software to quickly create grippers for its robotic cell and press bending machine.
ARM Institute Announces First Three Recipients of Academic Endorsement Program
June 11, 2021
The ARM Institute has recognized a high school in Columbus, Ohio, and two programs at Wichita State University for their excellence in preparing students for careers in robotics and manufacturing.
Boston Micro Fabrication Uses Light Focusing Method to 3D Print Tiny Parts
June 10, 2021
With digital light processing, Boston Micro Fabrication can 3D-print structures that with micron-scale details, which can be useful in electronics manufacturing and other applications.
