Topic: Press Release

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Pudu Technology Completes Series C Fundraising for Service Robots

September 24, 2021 · Pudu Robotics, which provides mobile service robots that operate around people in restaurants, hotels, and hospitals, has raised close to $155 million in five months.

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Opentrons Raises $200M Series C Funding for Lab Automation, Led by SoftBank

September 23, 2021 · Opentrons Labworks, whose subsidiaries apply AI and robotics to different parts of the life sciences and healthcare markets, will use its funding for more diagnostic tools.

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GM Invests $300M in Momenta to Deploy Self-Driving Technologies in China

September 23, 2021 · As part of its global strategy toward electric and autonomous vehicles, General Motors is investing in Momenta, a Chinese developer of self-driving software.

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Berkshire Grey Launches AI-Powered, Robotic Shuttle Put Wall for E-Commerce Fulfillment

September 23, 2021 · Berkshire Grey said its new Robotic Shuttle Put Wall will help e-commerce operations increase fulfillment throughput amid labor shortages and heightened demand.

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Mobile Robot Adoption by Warehouses Will Surge to Half-Million Mark, Says ABI Research

September 23, 2021 · Sustained supply chain demand is driving warehouse adoption of mobile robots, automated storage and retrieval systems, and combined automation, reports ABI Research.

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ABB Launches SCARA Robot for Precise, High-Speed Assembly

September 22, 2021 · ABB said its expanded SCARA robot line will shorten cycle times and maintain high-quality production to help its electronics customers launch new products faster.

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Aurora Partners With FedEx, PACCAR to Autonomously Deliver Goods at Scale

September 22, 2021 · Truck maker PACCAR has expanded its partnership with autonomous technology developer Aurora to test the self-driving hauling of FedEx loads between Dallas and Houston.

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Oshkosh Corp. Invests in Carnegie Foundry to Build Autonomy and Robotics Capabilities

September 22, 2021 · Oshkosh Corp. has invested in and is partnering with Carnegie Foundry to accelerate the development of autonomous systems and robotics for industrial uses.

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HAI Robotics Raises $200M to Upgrade, Grow Warehouse Robot Fleet

September 22, 2021 · HAI Robotics, which claims to be a global leader in autonomous case-picking robots, said it will use its Series C and D funding to continue expanding and innovating.

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Embark, Ryder to Establish Nationwide Network of Freight Transfer Points for Autonomous Truck Fleet

September 21, 2021 · Embark's autonomous trucking network will gain access to Ryder's freight transfer points, fleet management options, and maintenance facilities across the U.S.

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SoftBank Robotics and Keenon Robotics Become Global Partners for Service Industry

September 21, 2021 · SoftBank Robotics and Keenan Robotics said their partnership will enable them to serve growing global demand for efficiency in food service, starting in Singapore.

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Thomas H. Lee Partners to Acquire Semiconductor Solutions Group From Brooks Automation for $3B

September 20, 2021 · Thomas H. Lee Partners is acquiring Brooks Automation's namesake group, which will continue to provide automation for the semiconductor manufacturing industry.

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GrAI Matter Labs and ADLINK Partner to Integrate SMARC Module With GrAI VIP

September 20, 2021 · GrAI Matter Labs is combining its vision AI processors with ADLINK's development kits to enable smarter and more efficient camera modules on devices at the edge.

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Stord Raises Series D Funding, Acquires Fulfillment Works to Widen Cloud-Based Logistics

September 17, 2021 · With Fulfillment Works' facilities and direct-to-consumer experience, Stord said it is building out its supply chain network for high-volume, high-complexity customers in advance of peak season

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Warehouses Not Yet Taking Full Advantage of AI, Finds Lucas Systems Study

September 16, 2021 · Lucas Systems recently commissioned a study conducted by Vanson Bourne. It found that warehouse executives are interested in AI and automation but worry about costs.

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GEODIS Partners With AHS to Implement Exotec Skypod Automation for E-Commerce Fulfillment

September 16, 2021 · GEODIS, a logistics provider for e-commerce fulfillment, is working with Advanced Handling Systems to deploy Exotec's Skypod system at its new Nashville facility.

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Argo AI, Ford, and Walmart to Launch Autonomous Vehicle Deliveries in Three Cities

September 16, 2021 · Self-driving vehicle developer Argo AI, automaker Ford, and retailer Walmart said they will address growing demand and learn about last-mile, autonomous deliveries.

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Soft Robotics Launches SoftAI to Help Food Industry Adopt Robots

September 16, 2021 · SoftAI can augment industrial robots with "hand-eye" coordination, says Soft Robotics. It could drive automation adoption for a more resilient food supply chain, it said.

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MassRobotics Opens Applications for Second Jumpstart Fellowship Program to Encourage Robotics Diversity

September 15, 2021 · MassRobotics has opened registration for the second cohort of its Jumpstart Fellowship Program offering diverse high school girls opportunities to learn about STEM careers.

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Keenon Robotics Raises $200M in Series D Funding for Service Robots

September 15, 2021 · Keenon Robotics plans to use its latest financing, led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2, to develop applications for its mobile service robots and expand into new markets.

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