Topic: Autonomy

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RGo Robotics Exits Stealth With $20M in Funding for Mobile Robot Perception

May 9, 2022 · RGo Robotics claimed that applications are "nearly endless" for its Perception Engine, which runs on low-cost, low-power hardware, from mobile robots in logistics to delivery and service robots.

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Logistics Robots Have Arrived, Finds 2022 Robotics Survey

May 8, 2022 · Logistics automation and warehouse robotics continue to spread apace, found a Peerless Research Group survey around MODEX 2022. It examined areas of interest and barriers to adoption.

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Embark and U.S. Xpress Partner to Add Nationwide Terminal Network for Autonomous Transfer Point Operations

May 6, 2022 · Embark Trucks says U.S. Xpress has joined its partner development program and will add its fleet properties to Embark's transfer point network for autonomous trucks.

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Baker-Polito Administration Awards $4.4M Grant for New Boston University Robotics R &D Facility

May 6, 2022 · The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative this week awarded Boston University more than $4 million for its new robotics facility.

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Robotics CEOs Talk Warehouse Automation at Cascadia Connect

May 6, 2022 · In Pittsburgh at the Cascadia Connect Robotics, Automation, and Artificial Intelligence investor conference, leaders of top robotics companies shared insights into the industry.

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Toyota Material Handling Partners With Cornell Engineering on Forklift Learning Studio

May 6, 2022 · Toyota Material Handling is working with Cornell University's Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering to bridge the gap between theory and commercial application, starting with forklifts.

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Apex.AI Receives Strategic Investment From Daimler Truck for ApexOS Autonomy Technology

May 6, 2022 · Apex.AI said Daimler Truck's strategic investment will help it continue developing its ApexOS safety-certified software suite for autonomous trucks, other vehicles, and mobile robots.

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Berkshire Grey Announces BG FLEX Mobile Robot Platform for Faster Fulfillment

May 5, 2022 · Berkshire Grey's BG FLEX modular platform, which uses AI and mobile robots to accelerate e-commerce order fulfillment and other warehouse operations, is now generally available.

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Nocturne Drones to Cooperate With Dedrone and Expand Portfolio in Drone Defense Systems

May 5, 2022 · With an eye toward protecting audiences, Nocturne Drone announced it is working with DeDrone on a new defense system.

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Clearpath Robotics and Open Robotics Launch TurtleBot 4 With ROS 2 Support

May 5, 2022 · Clearpath and Open Robotics have been collaborating for 10 years, and TurtleBot 4 is the first version of the open-source mobile robot development platform to support ROS 2 out of the box.

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Pittsburgh Robotics Network, Silicon Valley Robotics, and MassRobotics Announce Alliance at Cascadia Connect

May 4, 2022 · The three biggest robotics clusters in the U.S. said at a Pittsburgh investor conference that they will share resources and better connect robotics companies with one another.

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TuSimple Integrates With Werner Enterprises for Roadside Support Along its Autonomous Freight Network

May 4, 2022 · TuSimple is working with Werner Enterprises on 24/7 roadside support of its self-driving, long-haul freight trucks. The company also reported its Q1 financial results.

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Cybernetix Ventures Launches $50M Fund for Robotics, Automation, and AI Startups

May 4, 2022 · Cybernetix Ventures was created by MassRobotics co-founder Fady Saad and sensor industry executive Mark Martin and already has $25 million committed. It said it is the first of its kind.

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Fulfyld Picks inVia Robotics’ Automated Systems for Faster Order Fulfillment

May 3, 2022 · Fulfyld, a third-party logistics provider, has chosen inVia's PickerWall system, Picker mobile robots, Logic AI-powered warehouse execution software, and Robot Operations Center for support.

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Automation Dawns on a New Day for Warehouses and Distribution Centers

May 3, 2022 · Automation is rising to help fulfillment centers meet the challenges of labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and accelerated customer expectations, but be aware of integration challenges.

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Solinftec Collects $60M to Grow Agricultural AI, Robotics in the Americas

May 3, 2022 · Solinftec said it will apply its growth investment to expand its digital farm operations platform into new markets, as Lightsmith Group invests in "climate resilience solutions companies."

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SLAMcore Raises Series A for Low Cost Spatial Understanding for Robots, the Metaverse

May 3, 2022 · SLAMcore, which has developed AI to make vision-based localization and mapping more affordable for robotics developers, has raised $16 million. It already has more than 100 users, including Meta.

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Robot Sales Boom in U.S. Manufacturing, Thanks to Strong Supplier Base, Finds Report

May 2, 2022 · Robot suppliers and integrators have helped more U.S. users beyond automotive manufacturing adopt automation, even as most robot makers are based overseas, found HowToRobot, Gain & Co., and A3.

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Relay Robotics Acquires Savioke, Raises $10M for Service Robot Expansion

May 2, 2022 · Relay Robotics, formed with Series A funding from MK Capital, will continue Savioke's R&D and Relay mobile robot product line. It has also named Michael O'Donnell as chairman and CEO.

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Brain Corp Doubles in Europe, to Demonstrate Inventory Scan Tech With Tennant

May 2, 2022 · Brain Corp's new BrainOS-powered Inventory Scan tower accessory will be fitted to Tennant autonomous floor scrubbers and demonstrated at Interclean in Amsterdam.

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