Topic: Industrial Automation

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Heartland Robotics and Automation Conference unveils speaking lineup

October 19, 2025 · The 2025 Heartland Robotics and Automation Conference, October 24 in Lincoln, Neb., will feature speakers from NASA and Diligent Robotics.

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How sustainability drives ABB’s automotive automation technologies

October 16, 2025 · Powered by PixelPaint, RB1000i-S high-transfer efficiency paint atomizers and large robot families, ABB’s sustainable manufacturing technologies drive its automotive automation.

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AiM Medical Robotics secures $8.1 million Series A funding

October 14, 2025 · AiM Medical Robotics secured $8.1 million in funding for its MRI-compatible surgical robotic system for neurosurgery procedures, bringing its total funding to over $11 million.

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Italian startup Cyberwave raises €7M to make the physical world programmable

October 12, 2025 · Cyberwave, led by YC and Google alums, secured €7 million in funding to develop its automation platform that abstracts robots, sensors and machines into programmable digital twins.

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Horizon Surgical Systems performs world’s first robotic-assisted cataract surgery

October 11, 2025 · Horizon Surgical Systems announced the completion of the world’s first robotic-assisted cataract surgery with its Polaris micro-robotic and AI-supported platform.

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DEEP Robotics unveils DR02 humanoid robot with all-weather capabilities

October 10, 2025 · DEEP Robotics has launched its second-generation humanoid robot, the DR02, featuring an IP66 protection rating that enables it to operate in all weather conditions.

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Figure AI releases Figure 03, its third-generation humanoid robot

October 9, 2025 · Figure AI released its third-generation humanoid robot, Figure 03. The company said the new humanoid is purpose-built for use in the home and for mass manufacturing capabilities.

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ABB divests Robotics division to SoftBank Group for $5.375B

October 8, 2025 · ABB announced it has divested its Robotics division to SoftBank for $5.375 billion, and not spun off the business as a separately listed company.

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IFR: Service robots see global growth, led by transportation and logistics markets

October 7, 2025 · A new report from the International Federation of Robotics saw the service robot segment grow significantly, driven by orders in the transport, hospitality and cleaning industries.

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A3 to host International Robot Safety Conference in Houston, November 3-5

October 7, 2025 · Safety experts from global robotics and automation companies will descend on Houston from November 3-5 for the annual International Robot Safety Conference, hosted by A3.

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Report: End-of-line, warehouse packaging automation market projected to grow by $2.4B by 2029

October 6, 2025 · Market research firm Interact Analysis reports that the end-of-line and warehouse packaging automation market will grow by over $2 billion by 2029.

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ENCY Software introduces new machining, robotic automation features in ENCY 2.0

October 6, 2025 · ENCY 2.0 from ENCY Software incorporates new features for expedited setup in CNC machining, robotic automation and AI-assisted workflows through its open API.

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Case study: Balluff, Kardex deliver a fully operational AutoStore system in six months

October 5, 2025 · Balluff and Kardex announced in a case study that they deployed an AutoStore system in six months, showcasing what they call a new standard in speed and scalability.

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EZ Automation demonstrates new inline configuration of AI-powered inspection system

October 4, 2025 · EZ Automation Systems announced it will showcase its AI-powered inspection system, PIQuE, powered by its EZ Eye platform, at ISA Automation Summit & Expo in Florida.

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SS Innovations completes first robotic telesurgery performed from MantraM mobile robotic bus

October 3, 2025 · SS Innovations International performed its first telesurgery in its MantraM mobile robotic telesurgery unit, which connected to the company’s SSi Mantra surgical robotic system.

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32 startups selected for AI & Robotics Venture Day at Carnegie Mellon University

October 3, 2025 · Carnegie Mellon University and Innovation Works co-hosted the AI & Robotics Venture Day in Pittsburgh, allowing 32 AI and robotics startups to make investor-ready pitches.

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RoboBoston 2025 attracts over 7,500 attendees at yearly MassRobotics gathering in Boston

October 2, 2025 · RoboBoston 2025, hosted by MassRobotics, brought together over 7,500 attendees at the annual Boston event, with 75+ robots attracting crowds.

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Machina Labs announces custom automotive manufacturing methods with AI, robotics

October 1, 2025 · Machina Labs announced new manufacturing methods for automotive body panels and accessories, utilizing AI and robotics, to bring customized vehicles to mass production.

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PACK Expo 2025: Systech unveils software, hardware packaging intelligence to U.S. pharmaceutical market

September 30, 2025 · Serialization platform provider Systech announced at PACK Expo that its track-and-trace hardware and software portfolio is now available for the U.S. pharmaceutical market.

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NVIDIA adds Newton Physics Engine, Isaac GR00T to Isaac Lab to accelerate robotics research and development

September 29, 2025 · NVIDIA announced new open models and simulation libraries, including Newton Physics Engine, Isaac Gr00T, Omniverse and Cosmos to accelerate robotic research and development.

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