Topic: Motors and Drives

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Kassow Robots, Joytek, Bosch Rexroth and Reply showcase the future of automated kitting with AMR cobots

November 8, 2026 · Joytek, Reply, Bosch Rexroth and Kassow Robots said they’ve reimagined industrial kitting by combining autonomous mobility, intelligent perception and cobots into a single, integrated automation platform.

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Boston Dynamics launches Stretch Gen 2 autonomous mobile trailer unloading robot

November 4, 2026 · Boston Dynamics launched Stretch 2, the next-generation autonomous mobile trailer unloading robot, built on insights gained from Stretch deployments.

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ANYbotics launches ANYmal X legged robot built for explosive atmospheres

October 28, 2026 · ANYbotics launched ANYmal X, a legged robot for explosive atmospheres such as the oil, gas and chemical sectors, purpose-built to meet the strict safety standards of these industries.

Podcasts

October 2026 Robotics Recap

October 28, 2026 · The Robotics 24/7 podcast series, “Robotics Recap,” highlights major automation and robotics industry news from around the world in October 2026, including mergers and acquisitions, alongside deployments in warehousing and manufacturing.

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Report: Reshape Automation finds that leading AI models score at most 52% on industrial parts questions

October 11, 2026 · Reshape Automation’s Industrial AI Accuracy Index 2026 found that leading AI models only respond correctly to 52% of industrial parts questions from distributors and OEMs.

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September 2026 Robotics Recap

September 30, 2026 · The Robotics 24/7 podcast series, “Robotics Recap,” takes a look at the major automation and robotics industry news from around the world in September 2026, including major mergers and acquisitions, alongside deployments in warehousing and manufacturing.

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Amazon announces $100M robotics and fulfillment product facility in Indiana

September 25, 2026 · Amazon announced that it will build a new, $100 million robotics and fulfillment product manufacturing facility in Greenwood, Indiana.

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IMTS 2026: Siemens launches Meet at the Machine initiative for next-level CNC productivity

September 17, 2026 · At IMTS 2026 in Chicago, Siemens launched its Meet at the Machine Initiative, bringing together machine builders, software and automation to create next-level CNC productivity.

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IMTS 2026: FUCHS Lubricants to showcase advanced cutting fluid technologies

September 11, 2026 · At IMTS 2026 in Chicago, FUCHS Lubricants will showcase its advanced cutting fluid technologies for high-performance metalworking.

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IMTS 2026: Vention facilitates manufacturing with physical AI and agentic AI in one platform

September 10, 2026 · Vention will showcase its MachineAgent agentic cell, alongside other physical AI demonstrations, at IMTS 2026 in Chicago.

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AIR, Elmo Motion Control partner to enhance uncrewed cargo aircraft platform

August 27, 2026 · AIR and Elmo Motion Control have partnered to enhance uncrewed cargo aircraft and advance next-gen logistics for contested environments.

Podcasts

August 2026 Robotics Recap

August 26, 2026 · The Robotics 24/7 podcast series, “Robotics Recap,” takes a look at the major automation and robotics industry news from around the world in August 2026, including major mergers and acquisitions, alongside deployments in warehousing and manufacturing.

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Allient adds new sizes to ElectroFlux Series of frameless torque motors

August 23, 2026 · Allient expanded its ElectroFlux series of frameless torque motors with the addition of 25 mm and 38 mm sizes.

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Robotics 24/7 announces speakers and agenda for the 2026 Robotics Applications Conference (RAC 26)

August 19, 2026 · Speakers from GreyOrange, enVista, Dassault Systèmes, WiBotic, Robust.AI and more will highlight the 2026 Robotics Applications Conference (RAC 26).

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FARO CREAFORM updates Laser Line Probe portfolio with Quantum X and Quantum Max FaroArm series

August 16, 2026 · FARO CREAFORM’s updates to its Laser Line Probe portfolio helps manufacturers improve inspection, reverse engineering and quality workflows when scanning dark, shiny and high contrast parts.

Downloads

eBook: MEMS Device R&D

August 12, 2026 · The key to designing and optimizing MEMS devices is having a strong understanding of the underlying multiphysics interactions at work. 

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Texas Instruments advances next-generation industrial systems with CAN XL transceiver

August 12, 2026 · Texas Instruments launched the TCAN6062 CAN XL transceiver, an industrial communications offering for use in humanoids, industrial robots and HMI systems.

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LG CNS unveils Mobile Shuttle intralogistics automation robot that operates at -15°F

August 10, 2026 · LG CNS released the Mobile Shuttle, an intralogistics automation platform that operates at -15°F and operates in cold storage areas, expanding its application capabilities.

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Google DeepMind announces Gemini Robotics 2

August 8, 2026 · Google DeepMind announced the launch of Gemini Robotics 2, adding new physical AI models that look to bring “whole-body intelligence” to robots.

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Fives exports industrial maintenance and accelerates digitalization in Mexico

August 7, 2026 · Fives announced the continuation of its regional expansion in Mexico with the launch of Fives Maintenance and Fives CortX in Querétaro.

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