Topic: Controllers

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Universities, Businesses Collaborate for Warehouse Robotics Innovation

October 3, 2021 · Researchers at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering, Binghamton University, and UC Berkeley are working with companies to improve the speed and accuracy of warehouse robots.

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Are Collaborative Robots Really Safe and Easy to Use?

October 2, 2021 · While there are safety standards for collaborative robots, it's still important to carefully asses tasks to be automated, explains the Southwest Research Institute.

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Sarcos Marks Industrial Exoskeleton Milestone, Begins Trading on Nasdaq

September 28, 2021 · The CEO of Sarcos explains how the company's recent SPAC merger and trading on Nasdaq will enable it to scale development and production of its wearable and teleoperated systems.

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What to Look for When Performing Industrial Robot Maintenance

September 19, 2021 · The art of robot maintenance requires knowledge of the different types of industrial automation, as well as the functions, components, and best practices of each.

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Hexagon Releases HxGN Robotic Automation for Industry 4.0 Quality Assurance

September 5, 2021 · Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence said its new HxGN Robotic Automation software enables quality control professionals to more easily program robot inspection cells.

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Renesas and eProsima Port micro-ROS to Microcontrollers to Simplify Robotics Development

September 3, 2021 · Renesas and eProsima say that by making the RA microcontroller units the official development for micro-ROS will help facilitate IoT and industrial robotics adoption.

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Unikie and Valmet Automotive Develop Automated Valet Parking for Logistics

September 2, 2021 · Finland-based Unikie is testing Automated Factory Parking technology that doesn't require cars to be self-driving to be autonomously moved in factory premises.

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OSHA and Robotics: What You Need to Know About Safety

August 28, 2021 · While OSHA may not have much in the way of robotics safety standards, other guidance does exist, and integrators and operators should conduct a thorough risk assessment before deployment.

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OSARO Raises Series C Funding for Software-Defined Logistics Automation

August 24, 2021 · OSARO said it plans to continue its global expansion and to work with logistics customers to identify new applications for its software-defined automation.

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Lift Truck Technology Can Improve Operator Productivity and Safety as Well as Add Autonomy

August 19, 2021 · Not only can advances in lift truck technology provide full autonomy, but they can also make operations easier and safer for human workers.

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Rapid Robotics Raises Series B Funding for Robotic Machine Operator

August 18, 2021 · While the pandemic has exacerbated labor shortages in manufacturing, Rapid Robotics has raised funds for its robotic machine operator, which uses cobots and doesn't need programming.

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Inceptio Technology Raises $270M Series B for Autonomous Truck Development

August 3, 2021 · Inceptio, which has been working with Chinese OEMs on autonomous heavy-duty trucks, plans to use its latest funding to further develop its ruggedized technology.

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Motional to Use Ottopia to Remotely Support Robotaxi Fleets

August 1, 2021 · Ottopia will integrate its remote vehicle assistance teleoperation capability with Motional's autonomous vehicles for a safer and more efficient robotaxi service.

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NVIDIA, USC Researchers Present DiSECt Simulator for Robotic Cutting

July 13, 2021 · NVIDIA and USC said DiSECt, their differentiable simulation engine for autonomous robotic cutting, could predict forces on knives cutting through soft natural materials.

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Novanta to Acquire Motion Control Provider Schneider Electric Motion USA for $115M

July 13, 2021 · Novanta, which supplies medical and advanced equipment manufacturers, is adding automation component supplier Schneider Electric Motion USA to its motion control portfolio.

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Omnichannel Commerce Consultancy enVista Acquires Automation Integrator HCM Systems

July 12, 2021 · enVista, which provides software, services, and automation for physical and digital commerce, says integrator HCM will help it meet demand for materials handling robots.

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Sarcos Robotics Successfully Implements Teleoperation Capabilities of Guardian XT Robotic System

July 7, 2021 · Saros Robotics said the SenSuit controller garment for its Guardian XT teleoperated robot includes AR, VR, and a motion-capture tracker to augment human workers and keep them safe.

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Freetech Raises $100M Series A Funding to Produce ADAS, Autonomous Driving

July 5, 2021 · Freetech Intelligent System is developing perception for ADAS and autonomous cars and shuttle buses. The company plans to use its funding to move into mass production.

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Industrial Automation Leader FANUC Produces 750,000th Robot

July 1, 2021 · The Japanese company said it can make 11,000 robots per month and is one of the top 10 robotics suppliers to the manufacturing industry in the world.

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Forth Engineering Builds Rescue Robot for Hazardous Environments

June 26, 2021 · Forth Engineering, which has developed robots for hazardous environments such as nuclear sites and underwater, has developed a non-tethered heavy-duty robot it says could find other uses.

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