RE2 Robotics Recaps 2021 Successes and Looks Ahead to 2022
January 5, 2022
RE2 Robotics, which develops mobile manipulation robots and software, noted that its technology found uses in aviation, construction, and healthcare, with applications still growing.
Ottonomy’s Ottobot Rolls Out for Robotic Indoor and Outdoor Deliveries
January 5, 2022
At CES 2022, Ottonomy unveiled its Ottobot, a fully autonomous mobile robot for retail and restaurant deliveries. It uses contextual mapping both indoors and outdoors.
Blue Ocean Robotics Receives $51M Investment as It Grows Global Service Robot Reach
January 5, 2022
Blue Ocean Robotics, which provides disinfection, patient transfer, and telepresence robots, has grown 20x since 2018 and received funding from A.P. Moller Holding.
NVIDIA Offers Isaac AMR Platform to Aid $10T Logistics Industry
January 4, 2022
NVIDIA Isaac AMR includes DeepMap for mapping, Metropolis for situational awareness, and ReOpt for fleet optimization of autonomous mobile robots.
Fleet Management Software Evolves, Can Improve Mobile Robot Interoperability
January 3, 2022
From mobile robot vendors such as MiR to cloud software providers like InOrbit, both suppliers and users are realizing the need for better fleet management and interoperability.
NVIDIA General Manager of Robotics Says ROS, Simulation Will Advance Robotics in 2022
January 3, 2022
From digital twins to fleet management, NVIDIA is bullish on the prospects for AI and robotics in 2022, says Murali Gopalakrishna, general manager for robotics at NVIDIA.
Robots Can Help Optimize Material Handling Processes in the Supply Chain
January 1, 2022
While most warehouses are not yet heavily automated, mobile robots and fleet management software offer several advantages over manual processes, says Meili Robots.
Unitree Technology Launches Z1 Robot Arm for Its Quadruped Robots
December 31, 2021
For mobile manipulation to be commercially viable, both the platform and its robotic arm must be cost-effective and capable. Unitree has developed the Z1 for its quadrupeds.
FM Logistic Invests in MiR Mobile Robots for IKEA Warehouse
December 30, 2021
As part of a joint investment with client IKEA, FM Logistics has implemented a MiR500 mobile robot to improve logistics processes in a warehouse in Jarosty, Poland.
XAG Releases New Drones and Robots for Precision Agriculture
December 29, 2021
XAG, which has developed autonomous systems for precision agriculture over the past eight years, announced five new systems, including data-gathering drones and spraying robots.
YouiBot Completes Series B Fundraising to Accelerate Mobile Robot Expansion
December 28, 2021
YouiBot has closed on two rounds of Series B funding as it continues to grow its staff and global marketing efforts for its integrated mobile robots and software.
HAI Robotics Celebrates Fifth Anniversary, Makes Hurun Research Institute Unicorn List
December 28, 2021
As HAI Robotics continues to scale its operations worldwide, the provider of autonomous case-handling robots has received recognition for its growth and successful deployments.
Robotics Leaders Look Ahead to Technology, Business Developments in 2022
December 27, 2021
More human-machine collaboration, a mix of specialization and generalization, and new robotics offerings are among the things that six experts predict for 2022.
STMicroelectronics Contributes Microcontrollers to ‘Switchback’ Battlebot to Promote STEM
December 25, 2021
REV Robotics, which supports robot education and competitions, chose STMicroelectronics' STM32 microcontrollers for their durability and familiarity in its battlebot.
Savioke Releases Revised Relay+ Service Robot for Hotels, Offices, Hospitals
December 24, 2021
Savioke says Relay+, the latest generation of its autonomous service robot, is available in multiple configurations, has Rapid Install capability, and easily integrates with elevators.
Robotics Leaders Look Back at 2021 Challenges and Accomplishments
December 22, 2021
From market consolidation to interoperability efforts, leading robotics users, associations, and top suppliers weigh in on the top commercial robotics trends of 2021.
Rhenus Hong Kong Works With Geek+ to Deploy Its First Mobile Robots in Warehouse
December 22, 2021
Global logistics provider Rhenus Hong Kong has worked with Geek+ to deploy mobile robots and goods-to-person automation for the first time in its warehouse.
Alert Innovation Leaders Move as Retail, Grocery Automation Business Grows
December 20, 2021
Alert Innovation, which has applied mobile robots and automated storage to grocery fulfillment, is moving leaders as it begins to scale deployments of its technology.
Exyn Technologies Obtains ISO 9001 Quality Certification to Expand Robotics Partnerships
December 20, 2021
Exyn the new certification will assure robotics partners that its AI for autonomous, multi-system operations in complex, GPS-denied environments is high in quality.
Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions to Develop Delivery Robot on Security Platform
December 20, 2021
Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, or AITX, is working on creating a delivery robot based on its ROAMEO platform through its Robotic Assistance Devices unit.
