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Surgical Robotics Innovation Worldwide to Accelerate With New Investments

March 4, 2023 · Surgical robotics innovations, from new business models to vendor-neutral approaches to implants, are expanding the types of procedures and patients that can benefit.

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Gen Z Roboticists Important in the Age of ChatGPT

February 28, 2023 · Gen Z offers hope for a new wave of innovative automation, but academia and industry must nurture and recruit a new generation of talent, says investor Oliver Mitchell.

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Automation Has Multiple Positive Effects on Warehouse Efficiency, Says Wagner Logistics

February 26, 2023 · Automation may not be taking jobs or leading to a rush to "lights-out" warehouses, but robots can improve working environments and productivity now, notes Wagner.

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The Future of Work Could Have Humans and Robots Working Better Together

February 24, 2023 · Rather than worry about robots and AI replacing humans, businesses should work to maximize the benefit the collaboration between people and machines, writes a global entrepreneur.

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Aerospace Robotics Business to Scale Up With Strategic Collaborations and New Product Launches

February 12, 2023 · Aerospace robotics is a growing global market, thanks to widening distribution of advanced technologies and defense investments, reported Allied Market Research.

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Robotic Parking a Key Element of the Smart City of the Future, Says Westfalia

February 4, 2023 · Westfalia Technologies said robotic parking systems can integrate with IoT smart city infrastructure and improve charging efficiency, human-machine interaction, and traffic.

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Robots Assemble: Why Do Scientists Want to Create Self-Building Modular Robots?

January 28, 2023 · MIT Center for Bits and Atoms has released details of its new modular robotic systems that it said could be useful for industrial and construction applications.

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Recession in 2023? Automation Is Coming Regardless

January 22, 2023 · Automation will continue to play a key role in helping customers in the logistics, manufacturing, and construction spaces, according to Conor McGuinness of Heartland Ventures.

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Wireless Connectivity to Enable Warehouse Robotics in 2023, Notes Rajant

January 20, 2023 · Wireless connectivity does not get the attention of 5G networks and cloud computing, but it's still key to improving warehouse efficiency with robots, writes a Rajant executive.

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Robots Pave the Way for Reshoring Manufacturing

January 15, 2023 · Reshoring of production to the U.S. can be aided by robotics, but manufacturers must recognize how automation can help mitigate persistent labor shortages, say industry experts.

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Labor Crisis Makes It Essential to Upskill Workers With 21st Century Automation

January 9, 2023 · With labor shortages across manufacturing and other industries, employers can both upskill workers and integrate automation to augment their capabilities.

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2023 Could Be the Year of Social Robots Like the Tombot Robot Dog

January 4, 2023 · Tombot has developed robot companions with The Jim Henson Co. to help people with conditions such as Alzheimer's and autism, and its founder describes its approach.

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Tips to Build Strong Communication Networks in Automated Manufacturing Facilities

December 28, 2022 · When designing communication networks, it is important to consider network segmentation, equipment choice, access control, and more, says Patrick Chown of The Network Installers.

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5 Advantages of Using Robots in Electronics Manufacturing

December 11, 2022 · Electronics manufacturing includes numerous opportunities for robots to increase productivity, worker safety, and quality. Here are five examples in the growing space.

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How AI in Drones Can Improve Safety on Construction Sites

December 4, 2022 · Construction sites are full of hazards, but drones plus machine learning can help inspect and evaluate complex sites, identify dangers, and warn managers and workers.

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A Response to Luddite Politicians: Drones Can Save Costs and Lives

November 29, 2022 · While some politicians may be speaking out against the use of drones, they are increasingly being used to do jobs that are too dangerous for humans.

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Collaborative Automation Can Boost Palletizing Prowess

November 27, 2022 · Collaborative automation can address palletizing challenges by improving throughput and safety for small and midsize enterprises, according to gripper maker OnRobot.

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Three Ways Solar Energy and Robots Have Converged

November 19, 2022 · Robotics has helped enable progress in the energy and environmental spaces. Here are a few examples of how they are being used in solar panel applications.

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Remote Inspection Evolves With Lidar Drones

November 13, 2022 · Lidar drones, or aerial robots equipped with lidar sensors and mapping software, can save time, money, and even lives in inspection, maintenance, and search and rescue operations.

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Goods to Robot Systems Take E-Commerce Fulfillment to the Next Level

October 29, 2022 · Goods-to-robot systems combine automated storage, bin-picking robots, and machine learning to speed order fulfillment for retailers and e-commerce providers.

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