Topic: Sensors

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Yutong Xiaoyu 2.0 Autonomous Bus Wins 2021 Red Dot Design Award

July 3, 2021 · Yutong said its award-winning Xiaoyu 2.0 self-driving bus has a full stack of sensors, onboard computing, and 5G cloud connectivity to enable smart cities across China.

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Sense Photonics Unveils Autonomous Vehicle Lidar Ready for Mass Production

July 2, 2021 · Sense Photonics' solid-state lidar systems include proprietary technologies to deliver high-data point clouds with design flexibility for automotive designers, suppliers, and manufacturers.

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Xpeng Announces Hong Kong IPO, Could Raise $2B for Electric, Autonomous Vehicles

June 28, 2021 · Xpeng, which has been developing electric, self-parking, and autonomous vehicles, is already trading on the New York Stock Exchange and could be valued at up to $32 billion.

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Createc to Create Custom Integrations for Boston Dynamics’ Spot Robot

June 27, 2021 · U.K.-based Createc, which provides systems for nuclear, marine, security, and other markets, will serve as integrator and reseller for Boston Dynamics' Spot quadruped robot for industrial inspection.

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American Robotics and SARA Collaborate on Fully Autonomous Drone Safety in U.S. Airspace

June 25, 2021 · BVLOS commercial drone operations are coming closer, with American Robotics' Scout drones using Scientific Applications & Research Associates' SARA acoustics aircraft-detection technology.

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Human-Machine Interaction Is Still Evolving, Note Global Robot Cluster Panelists

June 25, 2021 · The Global Robot Cluster co-hosted a virtual event with MassRobotics and Silicon Valley Robotics examining progress in human-robot interaction for healthcare and industrial uses.

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Pitney Bowes to Deploy AmbiSort AI-Powered Robots in E-Commerce Network

June 24, 2021 · Pitney Bowes is responding to increasing e-commerce demand by rolling out the AmbiSort AI-guided sortation robots to more locations, starting with its hub in Bloomington, Calif.

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WeRide Closes $310M Series C Round for Robotic Taxis, Buses

June 23, 2021 · WeRide, whose Master Platform powers its robotaxis and Mini Robobus vehicles, has received funding from Nissan and others, bringing its valuation to $3 billion.

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Solid-State Lidar Provider Quanergy to Enter SPAC Merger, List on NYSE

June 22, 2021 · Quanergy, which makes solid-state lidar sensors and 3D perception software, plans to merge with CITIC Capital Acquisition Corp. and use proceeds of $278 million to continue growth.

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TriEye and Trimble to Explore Short-Wave Infrared Sensors for Autonomous Systems, Remote Sensing

June 14, 2021 · Partners are exploring the integration of TriEye's CMOS SWIR sensors with Trimble's autonomous systems to see if the technology can help them see more clearly in challenging conditions.

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Wyzo Launches ‘Sidebot’ High-Speed Collaborative Picking Robot

June 10, 2021 · Wyzo's new "sidebot" is a high-speed delta robot plus sensors and software that enable it to conduct pick-and-place operations at speed and also work safely around people.

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ARM Institute Issues New Call for Manufacturing, Aerospace, and Defense Projects

June 9, 2021 · The U.S. Defense Department and the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute are looking to fund projects around topics such as AI in manufacturing and aerospace requirements.

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Seegrid Improves Smart Path Situational Awareness in Palion Tow Tractor

June 9, 2021 · Seegrid recently released Series 9 of its Palion Tow Tractor, which includes the enhanced Smart Path vision guidance system.

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Hesai Raises Series D of $300M to Scale Hybrid Lidar Production

June 8, 2021 · Hesai, which has self-driving vehicle and robotics customers in 23 countries, plans to use its latest funding to continue R&D into processors and lidar perception.

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Seegrid Releases Autonomous Palion Tow Tractor Series 8

June 8, 2021 · Seegrid has added the enhanced Smart Path technology for improved awareness and autonomous decision-making capabilities in dynamic facilities to its Palion Tow Tractor Series 8.

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FARO Acquires HoloBuilder and Expands Digital Twin Product Suite

June 7, 2021 · FARO Technologies, which provides data collection for industrial customers, has acquired construction progress management firm HoloBuilder for "end-to-end" digital twin offerings.

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Top 10 Robotics Transactions of May 2021

June 5, 2021 · Robotics transactions in May 2021 slowed from the previous month, but companies supplying autonomous trucks, software and sensors, and systems for new applications raised millions of dollars.

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Toyota AI Ventures Rebrands as Toyota Ventures, to Invest $300M More in Emerging Tech

June 4, 2021 · Toyota AI Ventures, which has invested in robotics, AI, and other emerging technologies, will add carbon neutrality to its portfolio under the Toyota Ventures Climate Fund.

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Realtime Robotics CEO Discusses Funding, Making Industrial Robots Safer, and Ease of Use

June 4, 2021 · CEO Peter Howard describes Realtime Robotics' technology as a "universal translator that removes the need for robot brand-specific programming experts," widening applications.

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ZongMu Raises $190M Series D for Autonomous Driving and Parking

June 2, 2021 · ZongMu Technology, which supplies advanced driver-assist systems and autonomous parking capabilities to Chinese automakers, is valued at $11 billion.

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