Topic: Autonomy

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Doosan Robotics Named a CES 2022 Innovation Award Honoree for Camera Robot System

November 12, 2021 · Doosan Robotics' NINA robotic camera system, which includes a collaborative robot arm and a mobile base, has been recognized by the Consumer Technology Association for ease of use.

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Körber Supply Chain Deploys Geek+ Mobile Robots for CEVA Logistics in Australia

November 12, 2021 · CEVA Logistics needed to keep up with customer growth at its warehouse in Truganina, Australia. With Geek+ robots deployed in a pilot by Körber Supply Chain, it got 4x picking efficiency.

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Honeywell Announces New Automated Storage and Retrieval System

November 11, 2021 · An automated storage and retrieval system from Honeywell uses machine learning and AI for order fulfillment, product sequencing, returns processing, manufacturing kitting, and more.

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Q3 Robot Sales of $1.48B Put 2021 on Track for Biggest Year Yet, Says A3

November 11, 2021 · Not only did North American third-quarter orders of robots continue a strong trend, but they also demonstrated that more industries are adding automation, according to A3.

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Berkshire Grey Secures $36M in New Orders, $25M in Repeat Orders

November 11, 2021 · Berkshire Grey has received orders from new and returning customers for its order-fulfillment robots and software, and retailer Bealls is using its automation to speed up replenishment.

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Kodiak Robotics Raises $125M Series B to Advance Self-Driving Trucks

November 10, 2021 · Kodiak Robotics, which has raised $165 million to date, plans to continue growing its staff and developing and offering self-driving, long-haul freight across the U.S.

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Jungheinrich Acquires Mobile Robot and Fleet Management Firm arculus

November 10, 2021 · Industrial automation provider Jungheinrich acquired arculus, whose autonomous mobile robots and fleet management software comply with the European VDA 5050 interoperability standard.

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FLOW 2021 Recap: Leading the Conversation on Today’s Logistics Realities and the Future of Fulfillment

November 10, 2021 · 6 River Systems' third annual FLOW user conference provided an opportunity to learn how supply chains can benefit from automation amid today's challenges. The sessions are available online.

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Gaussian Robotics Raises Series C Funding for Delivery, Cleaning Robots

November 10, 2021 · Shanghai-based Gaussian Robotics, which builds floor-cleaning and delivery service robots used in about 40 countries, has raised $188 million from investors including SoftBank.

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Motional and Lyft Plan to Launch Las Vegas Driverless Ride-Hailing Service in 2023

November 9, 2021 · Lyft and Motional say the IONIQ 5 electric robotaxis, developed with Hyundai and using Lyft's app, will enable people in Nevada to ride in autonomous vehicles for the first time.

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Brain Corp Mobile Robot Fleet Covers 100B Square Feet Autonomously

November 9, 2021 · While many companies look for scarce workers, Brain Corp reported that adoption of its AI-powered fleet of mobile robots has grown, particularly in the healthcare market.

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Self-Driving Truck Provider Plus and SPAC Call Off Planned Merger

November 9, 2021 · Autonomous truck developer Plus has called off its planned merger with Hennessy Capital Investment Corp. V and is considering business restructuring because of stakes in the U.S. and China.

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OMRON to Acquire 10% Stake in Cobot Maker Techman Robot

November 8, 2021 · OMRON and Techman said their growing partnership will provide industrial automation and collaborative robots to help factories increase productivity without compromising safety.

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Ambarella Acquires Radar Perception Software Firm Oculii for $307.5M

November 8, 2021 · Ambarella, which makes systems on a chip for computer vision, said its acquisition of radar AI provider Oculii will provide greater perception for autonomous vehicles and robots.

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HAI Robotics and Invar Partner to Expand Supply Chain Robotics Global Presence

November 5, 2021 · HAI Robotics says its autonomous case-handling robots will connect with Invar's warehouse management systems and be more widely available in Europe thanks to their partnership.

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MBZIRC Maritime Grand Challenge With $3M Prize Launches in Abu Dhabi

November 5, 2021 · In the Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge, to be held by ASPIRE in the United Arab Emirates in June 2023, teams will deploy unmanned vehicles in a GNSS-denied environment.

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Einride Rolls Into U.S. Shipping Market With Remote Truck Driver, New Products, and New York HQ

November 5, 2021 · Einride has hired its first remote truck driver as part of its expansion in the U.S. The Swedish digital shipping provider is also releasing customized hardware and software.

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Locus Robotics Adds Mezzanine Management Capabilities to Optimize Multilevel Fulfillment

November 4, 2021 · Locus Robotics said its Pick-and-Pass feature clusters and directs order-fulfillment work across the warehouse, dynamically directing LocusBots and human workers for optimal productivity.

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Geek+ and GEODIS Optimize Warehouse Logistics With Autonomous Mobile Robots in Hong Kong

November 4, 2021 · Global logistics provider GEODIS is meeting the demands of rapid e-commerce order fulfillment with mobile robots and dense storage at its distribution center in Hong Kong.

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Momenta Drives Off With $500M in Series C Funding for Autonomous Driving

November 4, 2021 · Momenta, which says its "flywheel" path will lead to rapid development and mass production of self-driving cars, has raised more than $1.2 billion total from investors and automakers.

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