Topic: Aerospace

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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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Virtual Incision’s MIRA Surgical Robot to Show Skills on International Space Station

August 10, 2022 · Virtual Incision said its MIRA miniaturized robot-assisted surgical device will demonstrate the potential for greater access to surgical care on Earth and beyond.

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Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corp. Hones Robots, Exoskeletons With Humans in the Loop

August 5, 2022 · Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corp. began developing systems for the defense industry and has been growing quickly to augment human strength and productivity while maintaining safety.

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AHS and Hy-Tek Partner With Tompkins Robotics to Expand Automated Material Handling

August 3, 2022 · AHS, formerly Advanced Handling Systems and now a unit of Hy-Tek Material Handling, will offer Tompkins Robotics' modular and scalable tSort to its integrated supply chain offerings.

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Precision and Automation in Manufacturing

July 25, 2022 · In this Special Focus Issue, learn how robot precision is improving with advances in perception, software, and controls, leading to new applications in manufacturing and other industries.

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Husqvarna Automowers to Host Worldwide Birthday Celebration for NASA’s Mars Curiosity Rover

July 23, 2022 · Husqvarna has pushed out a software update to its 100,000 Automower robotic lawnmowers worldwide to enable them to chime "Happy Birthday" to Curiosity on its 10th birthday.

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JAKA Robotics Raises $150M in Series D Financing for Cobot Innovations

July 22, 2022 · JAKA Robotics said it plans to use the funding continue its research and development around its collaborative robots and expand its global industrial customer base.

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GITAI to Demonstrate Robot Arms Outside International Space Station Airlock

July 17, 2022 · GITAI, which received recognition from the Japan-U.S. Innovation Awards, plans to demonstrate its autonomous dual-arm robot outside the Bishop Airlock with partner Nanoracks.

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ARM Institute Calls for Projects to Advance AI, Robotics in Manufacturing

July 15, 2022 · The ARM Institute has issued its final 22-01 Technology Project Call, seeking proposals for ways to make robots work better with humans, learn faster, and reduce waste in manufacturing.

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Merlin Labs Raises $105M Series B to Help it Build Its Aerial Autonomous Technology

July 14, 2022 · Investor interest is high in Merlin Labs' autonomous aviation vehicle technology as it works to allow airplanes to fly with minimal human involvement.

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Markforged to Acquire Digital Metal, Expand Additive Manufacturing Production of Metal Parts

July 12, 2022 · Markforged is acquiring Sweden-based Digital Metal for about $32 million and said its technology will help manufacturers use 3D printing to mass produce complex metal parts.

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Automation Can Provide Stability, Predictability to Warehouse Operations, Says Honeywell Report

July 12, 2022 · Automation can help warehouses and distribution centers cope with supply chain challenges, but operators should think of their workforces and long-term returns, found Honeywell.

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VulcanForms Raises $355M for Digital, Additive Manufacturing

July 5, 2022 · VulcanForms, which combines proprietary digital thread and additive manufacturing systems, said it is now worth more than $1 billion. It opened two production facilities for metal parts and assemblies.

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