Topic: Autonomy

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Innovation at the Intersection of Agriculture and Robotics

July 10, 2022 · University researchers are testing autonomous systems in the agricultural space as they hope to expand robotics reach in the industry.

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Add Robots to Your Cold Chain Warehouses to Keep Workers Safe

July 8, 2022 · Warehouses across different industries are increasingly turning to automation. With cold temperatures, rigid schedules, and deadlines, cold chain warehouses that have added robotics said they are glad they did.

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TE Connectivity Tops Off AMR Fleet Performance

July 7, 2022 · TE Connectivity, a Tier 2 automotive supplier, deployed special top modules, or mobile robotic equipment, to a get performance boost from its fleet of autonomous mobile robots.

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Piestro Partners With Serve Robotics to Automate Delivery of Its Artisanal Pizzas

July 7, 2022 · The two robot upstarts said they complement one another. Piestro is trying to get more customers to buy its pizza, while Serve is hoping to increase mobile robot delivery orders.

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Locus Robotics Wins IFOY Award for AMR Systems

July 7, 2022 · The company beat out 11 other logistics competitors to win the top prize in the automated guided vehicle/autonomous mobile robot category.

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inVia Robotics Launches Traffic Quality Index Algorithm to Reduce Warehouse Aisle Congestion

July 7, 2022 · The inVia Logic warehouse execution software now includes the Traffic Quality Index, an algorithm that can predict warehouse traffic jams and help robots and people avoid them.

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University of Leeds Scientists Discuss the Role of Automation in Global Sustainability

July 6, 2022 · A new report outlines the findings of a team of international researchers related to automation, sustainability, and human-to-robot relationships.

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ASPINA Develops Autonomous Mobile Robot for Manufacturing Plants

July 6, 2022 · ASPINA, which makes motors for a variety of industries, has developed an autonomous mobile robot for the manufacturing floor that it said is superior to automated guided vehicles.

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OPEX to Exhibit AMRs, Picking, and Sorting Systems at CeMAT Australia

July 6, 2022 · OPEX's automated products were designed to replace more conventional warehouse and distribution center technologies such as conveyor systems.

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FedEx’s Aaron Prather to Deliver Keynote for Robotics 24/7’s Robot Applications Conference 2022

July 6, 2022 · The Robot Applications Conference 2022, presented by Robotics 24/7, will feature Aaron Prather and other end-user speakers who will discuss how to get the most out of automation.

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Ondas Holdings, Owner of American Robotics, Plans to Acquire Airobotics

July 5, 2022 · Ondas Holdings, which owns American Robotics and Ardenna, said Airobotics' "drone in a box" will complement its American Robotics BVLOS drones and Ardenna data analytics offerings.

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Waymo and J.B. Hunt Joined by Wayfair in Autonomous Trucking Pilot in Texas

July 5, 2022 · Waymo's pilot with J.B. Hunt is expanding to include the first autonomous freight hauls for Wayfair with the goal of making self-driving transport commercially viable.

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Dematic Partners With Google Cloud for Supply Chain Innovation, Management

July 1, 2022 · Dematic is working with Google Cloud to apply AI, machine learning, and modular services to supply chain data, leading to faster, more sustainable, and better-informed decision making.

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Resgreen Group Says LilBuddy Mobile Robot Proves Agility, Exceeds Payload Expectations

July 1, 2022 · Resgreen Group said the pilot testing underway for its LilBuddy system proves the mobile robot is agile, thanks to omnidirectional casters, and it can operate on uneven surfaces.

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Caja Robotics Partners With Intralogistics Company Fives to Take on Southern European Market

June 30, 2022 · Expanding its presence globally, Caja Robotics sees Europe as an important market for growth.

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Apptronik CEO Jeff Cardenas Claims Humanoid Robots Could One Day Offer a Better ROI

June 30, 2022 · Apptronik is working on building robots designed to look like humans. Its CEO said humanoid robots could eventually help alleviate labor shortage concerns and save operators money.

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Velodyne Lidar Signs Multi-Year Agreement with Boston Dynamics

June 29, 2022 · At least for the next few years, Velodyne's lidar technology will be inside Boston Dynamics robots.

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Warehouse Workers Want Technology to Help Them Do Their Jobs, Finds Lucas Systems Study

June 29, 2022 · Lucas Systems reports in its "Voice of the Warehouse Worker Study" that nearly half of on-floor staffers welcome robots in relieving physical stress, but many are still concerned about automation.

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Gartner Names Ava Robotics a Technology Innovator in Smart Robotics in 2022 Report

June 29, 2022 · Ava Robotics has received recognition from analyst firm Gartner for improving workplace and remote productivity, security, and quality of life with its mobile service robots.

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ABB Survey Finds 70% of U.S. Businesses Looking to Bring Production Closer to Home

June 28, 2022 · ABB's president of robotics and discreate automation shared the survey data during the Select USA Tech Summit.

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