Topic: Autonomy

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ABB to Demonstrate Next Generation Robots at Automate 2023

May 9, 2023 · ABB Robotics is going big at Automate and Automatica, with an expanded line of collaborative robots, rebranded mobile robots, and systems for applications like painting and welding.

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Viam Offers Flexible Software Platform for Robotics

May 9, 2023 · Viam said its new platform makes it easier for robotics developers to prototype, move into production, manage data and machine learning, and scale fleets, bringing products to market faster.

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Jean-Pieree Hathout Chosen as Mobile Industrial Robots’ Next President

May 9, 2023 · Mobile Industrial Robots has chosen a new president to help expand its portfolio of products.

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6 River Systems Handoff a Sign for Mobile Robot Vendors to Demonstrate Value, Say Analysts

May 8, 2023 · 6 River Systems, which reportedly experienced layoffs around its sale from Shopify to Ocado, is an example of mobile robot suppliers striving to survive current challenges, said investors and analysts.

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Cardinal Health Brings Locus Robots to Quebec Distribution Center to Help Pick Items

May 6, 2023 · Cardinal Health is using 27 Locus mobile robots at its distribution facility to help increase throughput and worker safety.

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ASTM International Gives Roger Bostelman Award of Merit for Volunteer Work in Exoskeleton Standards Development

May 5, 2023 · ASTM International has given Dr. Roger Bostelman its highest honor in recognition of his productivity and leadership in advancing standards for exoskeletons and industrial robotics.

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ARM Institute Announces Federal Funding For MakerSpaces in the Southwestern Pennsylvania Region

May 5, 2023 · The ARM Institute said the makerspaces provide regional manufacturers and entrepreneurs with access to equipment, knowledge, and other resources.

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Advanced Navigation Opens Australia’s Largest Subsea Robotics Center

May 5, 2023 · Advanced Navigation plans to accelerate production of underwater technologies, including its Hydrus autonomous robot, at its new Perth facility for research, development, and manufacturing.

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Investors Outline Capital Considerations for Robotics Startups at Cascadia Connect

May 5, 2023 · At Cascadia Capital's second annual event in Pittsburgh, venture capital experts discussed what robotics and AI companies should do to demonstrate vision, value, and resilience.

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THIRA Robotics to Show Second Generation Mobile Robot for Healthcare, Supply Chain at Automate

May 5, 2023 · THIRA Robotics has launched its autonomous mobile robots, which include features for safety and data privacy, for the U.S. healthcare, automotive, and supply chain markets.

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ROEQ Debuts Cart System for OMRON LD-90x Mobile Robot Supporting Payloads Up to 130 kg

May 4, 2023 · ROEQ said its new TMC130 system will increase payload capacity for OMRON's LD-90x autonomous mobile robots and will debut at Automate 2023.

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Ocado to Acquire Fulfilment Robotics Provider 6 River Systems From Shopify

May 4, 2023 · Ocado Group said it plans to acquire collaborative mobile robot provider 6 River Systems from Shopify, which is also selling its logistics unit, as the e-commerce industry shifts.

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WiBotic Introduces PowerPad Pro to Provide Wireless Charging, Data Transfer for Industrial UAVs

May 4, 2023 · WiBotic said its new PowerPad Pro can wirelessly charge different drones, as well as download and process valuable mission and image data for a number of industrial applications.

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PF3, Award Winning AGV From Stäubli Robotics, to Have North American Premiere at Automate

May 4, 2023 · The PF3 automated guided vehicle from Staubli Robotics, which won a Red Dot Design Award for Best Smart Product, will be on display with the company's product portfolio in Detroit.

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OTTO Motors Adds Support for VDA 5050 Mobile Robot Interoperability Standard

May 3, 2023 · OTTO Motors announced that its fleet will work with the VDA 5050 interoperability standard and other mobile robots and that it has made its connector open-source.

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ASTM Committee F45 on Robotics Completes Spring Meetings, Announces New Work Items and Focus Areas

May 1, 2023 · ASTM International's F45 Committee on Robotics, Automation, and Autonomous Systems recently met to discuss standards efforts around mobile and legged robots, educational carts, and grasping.

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BlueBotics and ProLog Automation Partner to Drive AGV Adoption in Germany

May 1, 2023 · BlueBotics, whose Autonomous Navigation Technology is designed for automated guided vehicles, is working with integrator ProLog Automation to help German companies adopt robotics.

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WMS, WCS, WES: A Quick Guide to Systems for Managing Warehousing Operations

April 30, 2023 · WMS, or a warehouse management system, is just one option for improving warehouse operations by managing existing processes as well as automation. Here are more to consider.

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Wireless Power Solutions Are Driving Innovations for ASRS Systems in Warehouses

April 29, 2023 · Automated storage and retrieval systems, or ASRS, are being used by warehouses to better take advantage of vertical space. WiBotic's CEO outlines some interesting developments.

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OTTO Motors Partners with Node Modules to Elevate Capabilities of Its AMRs

April 28, 2023 · Node Modules has already developed new products for select models of OTTO Motor's AMRs.

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