Topic: Supply Chain

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InOrbit Launches Configuration as Code to Help Robot Operations Developers

February 9, 2022 · InOrbit says its new Configuration as Code capability enables robot operations developers to apply software best practices and tools to understanding and managing fleets of robots.

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Kollmorgen and Ericsson Test 5G to Expand Mobile Robot Capabilities

February 9, 2022 · Kollmorgen, a supplier of autonomy technology for robots and vehicles, said its initial tests of 5G networking with telecommunications provider Ericsson yielded promising results.

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AutoX Passes 1,000 Vehicle Milestone for Its RoboTaxi Fleet, the Largest in China

February 9, 2022 · AutoX is opening a RoboTaxi operations center in San Francisco to expand self-driving vehicle testing as it marks more than 1,000 vehicles produced in China.

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Collaborative Robots Raise the Bar for Productivity

February 8, 2022 · Collaborative robots can not only boost productivity, but they can also provide flexibility and precision for automating tasks in manufacturing, fulfillment, and logistics.

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Supply chain and logistics operations remain focused on the many tasks at hand

February 8, 2022 · While the pandemic has brought about some major changes in how we view and approach certain things, there are other things that we were all keeping an eye on and monitoring that are still top of mind for many industry stakeholders today.

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Chartwells Higher Education Puts Picnic Pizza Automation on Texas A &M Campus

February 8, 2022 · Chartwells Higher Education, which serves 300 institutions, and Picnic claimed that they are bringing the world's first robotic pizza-assembly station to a U.S. college campus.

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Logistics and transportation in the spotlight at Manifest 2022

February 8, 2022 · The inaugural technology event had a focus on transportation software and autonomous vehicles

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3 Machine Learning Use Cases That Transformed E-Commerce

February 7, 2022 · Machine learning, computer vision, and increasingly sophisticated management of mobile robot fleets are enabling e-commerce operations to adapt to growing and changing demand.

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Fetch Robotics, Zebra Technologies Look to Manage Both People and Robots

February 7, 2022 · Beyond existing goods-to-person automation and warehouse management systems, Zebra says the Fetch fulfillment software can optimize the activities of both people and mobile robots.

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How Autonomous Mobile Robots Can Solve Global E-Commerce Fulfillment Problems

February 6, 2022 · As e-commerce spikes and labor shortages continue to put pressure on warehouse and fulfillment operations, autonomous mobile robots can add throughput and save money, if you know where to start.

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TTTech Auto to Fuel Safety Software for Automated Driving With $285M From Aptiv, Audi

February 4, 2022 · TTTech Auto, a joint venture between TTTech Group, Audi, Infineon, and Samsung, is develops the MotionWise modular safety platform for software-defined vehicles.

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Cyngn to Provide Autonomy to Greenland Technologies Electric Forklifts

February 4, 2022 · Greenland Technologies has partnered with Cyngn to add variable autonomy, as well as data collection and analysis capabilities, to its fleet of electric forklifts.

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6 Questions About Mobile Robots and Software With Vecna Robotics’ CEO

February 3, 2022 · Vecna Robotics CEO Craig Malloy discusses the company's recent $65 million investment and his focus on helping the company grow to meet demand for autonomous pallet handling.

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Maintaining robotic lift trucks

February 2, 2022 · Sensors must be kept clean, but safe and steady autonomous operation should minimize unplanned repairs.

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Rite-Hite’s headquarters project goes green with solar panels on building

February 2, 2022 · Headquarters project for provider of dock levelers, vehicle restraints and other systems and equipment, on track for completion by early summer in Milwaukee, with multiple sustainability features used, including some from the company's DuctSox subsidiary.

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How to Manage Returns Putaway More Efficiently

February 2, 2022 · With great sales come (not so) great returns. As in, a forecasted $66.7 billion in product headed back to fulfillment operations from the 2021 holiday season according to a recent CBRE report, "Tis the Stressful Season for Holiday Gift Returns."

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ZAPI Group Acquires Robot Navigation Provider BlueBotics

February 2, 2022 · BlueBotics, which provides navigation technology for automated guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots, is now part of ZAPI Group and expects to grow its global market presence.

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Cruise to Get $1.35B More From SoftBank to Commercialize Autonomous Vehicles

February 2, 2022 · Cruise, which marked a milestone in autonomous vehicle operations after a delay, will receive the second tranche of investment from the SoftBank Vision Fund.

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Miso Robotics Opens Series E Funding Round for Restaurant Automation

February 1, 2022 · Miso Robotics, which has developed three different robots for restaurants, has launched a $40 million Series E round after successfully raising $50 million in crowdfunding.

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Aeva Releases Aeries II 4D Lidar With Camera-Like Resolution

February 1, 2022 · Aeva said its FMCW lidar sensor with 4D perception software detects velocity in addition to position, with automotive-grade robustness in a compact form factor.

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