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3D Systems Acquires Oqton to Make Additive Manufacturing More Accessible

September 10, 2021 · Oqton's cloud-based, AI-enabled Manufacturing Operating System can help manufacturers automate production processes. 3D Systems is making its own software available as add-ons.

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AWS Discusses How Robotics Startups Can Accelerate Innovation

September 9, 2021 · Amazon Web Services recently held a Robotics Startup Accelerator Program, and AWS shares some of the takeaways from discussions on innovation, simulation, and funding.

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Top 10 Robotics and Autonomous Vehicle Transactions of August 2021

September 8, 2021 · In August 2021, the total number of deals and their dollar value fell from the previous month, but industrial automation, self-driving cars, and logistics still thrived.

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Ossia Receives European, U.K. Regulatory Approval for Cota Wireless Power System

September 8, 2021 · Ossia, which has developed the proprietary Cota system for remote wireless power delivery to specific devices, has obtained regulatory approvals in the U.S., U.K., and Europe.

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Piaggio Fast Forward Obtains Patent for Self-Driving Cargo Robots

September 7, 2021 · Piaggio Fast Forward has been modeling human behavior to enable its mobile robots to autonomously follow pedestrians in dynamic indoor and outdoor environments.

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DHL Express, Dorabot Deploy DHLBot, Which Uses AI to Sort Parcels

September 7, 2021 · DHL Express has deployed with Dorabot an AI-powered robotic arm in Singapore and South Korea. The DHLBot can sort up to 1,000 percels per hour and can increase efficiency by 40%.

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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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NASA Perseverance Rover Cores First Rock on Mars

September 3, 2021 · NASA reported that the robotic arm and drill on the Perseverance rover has collected a rock sample on Mars in its second attempt, but it needs more images to confirm.

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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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9 Robotics and AI Companies Make Futurology List of 101 Silicon Valley Innovators

September 2, 2021 · Silicon Valley is home to hundreds of robotics and AI companies, but here are nine innovators worth watching in autonomous vehicles, dexterous manipulation, and more.

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Launcher Buys Second Metal 3D Printer From Velo3D for Rocket Parts

September 1, 2021 · Launcher, which is developing rockets and orbital transfer vehicles to affordably launch small satellites, has added a second 3D printer from Velo3D for titanium.

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Xiaomi Acquires DeepMotion as It Moves Into Automotive Sector

September 1, 2021 · Xiaomi has reported record Q2 revenue and is diversifying from consumer electronics into electric and autonomous vehicles with its purchase of Deep Motion Technology.

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Velodyne Lidar, MOV.AI Team Up to Help Developers of Industrial Mobile Robot Applications

August 31, 2021 · Velodyne Lidar's Puck sensors, plus MOV.AI's ROS-based Robotics Engine Platform, will enable developers to build mobile robots for dynamic environments, say partners.

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Gatik Raises Series B Funding, Expands Autonomous Trucking Operations in Texas

August 31, 2021 · Gatik has raised funding to continue developing and expanding its fleets of autonomous box trucks across North America, starting with a new logistics hub in Texas.

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GITAI Robot Arm Arrives on SpaceX Capsule at ISS for Demonstration

August 30, 2021 · GITAI and Nanoracks plan to test the S1 robot arm for switch, cable, and in-orbit assembly operations in the Bishop airlock of the International Space Station.

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Attabotics Files Patent Infringment Suit Against Urbx Over Robot Shuttles

August 30, 2021 · As the market for automated storage and retrieval systems grows, so too is competition. Attabotics alleges that Urbx's dual-robot system infringes on multiple patents.

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Nuro to Build Autonomous Vehicle Testing, Manufacturing Facilities in Nevada

August 30, 2021 · Nuro, which has developed autonomous vehicles for robotic deliveries, is building a factory with BYD North America and taking over part of the Las Vegas Speedway.

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Automation for Manufacturing Keeps Evolving

August 30, 2021 · From human-machine interaction to precise motion control, technologies are continuing to improve how robots can help manufacturers of all sizes with a variety of tasks.

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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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Alibaba Group Buys Stake in Autonomous Robotaxi Firm DeepRoute

August 27, 2021 · DeepRoute, which says it is developing "full-stack" autonomous driving, is the latest startup to receive funding from e-commerce company Alibaba, "China's Amazon."

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