PickNik Robotics Secures Two NASA SBIR Contracts to Advance Autonomous Robots in Space
June 9, 2023
PickNik won contracts for failure management and recovery, as well as for task and motion planning for robots in space. NASA is also working with Reliable Robotics on autonomous flight.
Robotics Startups Need Stronger Narratives, Says Brandstyle Communications
June 6, 2023
Brandstyle Communications works with robotics companies, particularly early-stage ones serving supply chain and manufacturing, to understand and grow their industry presence.
Robot Safety Experts Outline Updates to Key Industrial Safety Standards
May 31, 2023
Robot safety standards organizations are working to keep up with the technology and industrial applications. Experts weigh in on where robotics standards are heading.
Roberta Nelson Shea Reflects on Role in Steering Development of Robotics Safety Standards
May 30, 2023
Roberta Nelson Shea spoke with Robotics 24/7 to talk how the robotics safety standards have evolved and the work that needs to be done to update them.
Machine Vision Is a Boon for Robot Mobility and Safety
May 30, 2023
Machine vision and motion control systems have improved and are essential to ensuring robot mobility and safety, according to several technology and industry experts.
Figure AI Raises $70M Series A to Commercialize Humanoid Robot
May 26, 2023
Figure AI has expanded its staff and raised funding to continue development of its Figure 01 humanoid robot with the initial goal of supply chain applications.
Schaeffler Presents Advanced Gears, Sensors, and Bearings for Industrial Robotics at Automate 2023
May 24, 2023
Schaeffler showed its Precise Silent Constant-series planetary gears, RT1 heavy-duty and RT2 standard-duty precision strain wave gears, and RT1-T heavy-duty RT1-T strain wave gear with integrated torque sensor.
Kawasaki Robotics Takes Automate Attendees Through Time With Its Robots
May 23, 2023
Kawasaki Robotics said it is showing at Automate how it has built robotics expertise for decades, with systems for welding, parts inspection, and tire changing.
DEEP Robotics Launches Lite3 Quadruped Robot With Front Flipping Mobility
May 23, 2023
DEEP Robotics said its Lite3 quadruped robot, designed for research, educational, and hobbyist markets, has been re-engineered and is now available in Europe.
Kane Robotics and Partners to Spotlight Cobots’ Versatile Material Removal Skills at Automate 2023
May 22, 2023
Kane Robotics said its GRIT system, which includes collaborative robots, can help manufacturers affordably and flexibly automated finishing and other labor-intensive tasks.
Festo to Feature UR+ Certified Multi-Axis System, Mechatronic Learning Systems at Automate 2023
May 19, 2023
Festo will show its multi-axis system, which uses the Festo Motion Control Package for UR cobots, as well as its Simplified Motion Series actuators, decentralized I/O, and educational content.
ASTM International Launches New Subcommittee on Legged Robotics
May 18, 2023
ASTM International's new F45.06 Subcommittee on Legged Robot System plans to develop standards for two-legged and four-legged robots for testing and to instill public confidence.
Flexiv and Cardinal Machine to Deploy Adaptive Robots for More Applications
May 17, 2023
Flexiv, which makes adaptive robots using force sensitivity and AI, has partnered with systems integrator Cardinal Machine and will exhibit its technology at Automate 2023.
Sanctuary AI Unveils Phoenix, Sixth Generation Humanoid ‘General Purpose’ Robot
May 17, 2023
Sanctuary Cognitive Systems said the latest version of its Phoenix general-purpose humanoid robot is already capable of completing hundreds of tasks for customers in multiple industries.
Toyota Research Institute Shares Results of $100M Research Partnership With U.S. Universities
May 16, 2023
Toyota Research Institute reported results of its collaborative research program with institutions including Columbia University, Stanford University, and the University of Michigan.
North American Robot Orders Slow After Record 2022, Reports A3
May 16, 2023
North American robot sales softened in Q1 2023, according to the Association for Advancing Automation, which cited a slowing U.S. economy as a likely cause. Automotive orders rebounded.
Humatics to Demonstrate Dynamic in Motion Engine Assembly at Automate 2023
May 15, 2023
Humatics said its demonstration of an in-motion engine assembly application at Automate 2023 will be an industry first, using its microlocation technology to automate dual torquing.
OSARO Launches AI Powered Robotic Kitting System for Growing Subscription Market
May 9, 2023
OSARO said its OSARO Robotic Kitting System applies AI and modular hardware to precisely and efficiently pick and place a variety of SKUs for subscription kits.
ASTM Committee F45 on Robotics Completes Spring Meetings, Announces New Work Items and Focus Areas
May 1, 2023
ASTM International's F45 Committee on Robotics, Automation, and Autonomous Systems recently met to discuss standards efforts around mobile and legged robots, educational carts, and grasping.
CapSen Robotics Officially Launches CapSen PiC Software for Robotic Bin Picking With 3D Vision
May 1, 2023
CapSen Robotics plans to demonstrate its CapSen PiC system, which combines vision and motion control software for bin picking, with partners DENSO and Calvary Robotics at Automate 2023.
