Topic: Supply Chain

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ABB Partners With Sevensense to Enable Mobile Robots to Work in Unstructured Environments

November 18, 2021 · ABB plans to integrate Sevensense's hardware and software for 3D SLAM navigation in dynamic environments with its new line of mobile robots from its ASTI Mobile Robotics acquisition.

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SVT Robotics Raises $25M in Series A Funding for Software to Ease Robot Deployments

November 18, 2021 · SVT Robotics says it will use its latest funding to expand its SOFTBOT platform for deploying and orchestrating multiple robots, as well as integrating them with enterprise systems.

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Quanergy Releases M1 Edge Lidar Sensor for Industrial Automation

November 16, 2021 · Quanergy says its new M1 Edge lidar sensor and QORTEX Aware software offer a significant price and performance advantage for mobile robots and industrial applications.

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AutoX Operates Fully Driverless Robotaxi Service, Covering 65 Square Miles of Shenzhen

November 16, 2021 · AutoX, which has been developing Level 4 autonomous vehicles, has widened its operating area for robotaxis in Shenzhen, China, claiming it is the first to serve an entire district.

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Urbx Logistics and Mitsubishi Electric Automation Collaborate to Enable the Automation of In-Store Picking

November 15, 2021 · Urbx Logistics, which provides automated storage and retrieval systems, is working with Mitsubishi Electric to help retailers optimize their in-store order fulfillment processes.

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Toposens Partners With Infineon for New Ultrasonic 3D Sensor

November 15, 2021 · Inspired by the echolocation of bats, Toposens has released an ultrasonic sensor that relies on microphone technology from Infineon to create 3D maps for robust robot sensing.

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Geek+ Opens ASEAN Headquarters in Singapore to Meet ‘Logistics 4.0’ Demand

November 15, 2021 · Mobile robot vendor Geek+ says its new regional office and R&D facilities in Singapore will help it to automate Southeast Asian logistics to meet regional growth in e-commerce.

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Robotics’ Second Wave Relies on Software and Integration

November 14, 2021 · As mobile robots and AI-driven picking systems spread through warehouses, suppliers and users are paying more attention to software, integration, and interoperability as differentiators.

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GXO Logistics Credits Warehouse Automation for Strong Q3 Results

November 13, 2021 · Automation, e-commerce, and outsourcing are the tailwinds helping GXO Logistics grow, according to executives at the global logistics provider, which reported strong Q3 earnings.

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10 Technologies for Autonomous Vehicle, Robotics Developers From NVIDIA’s GTC 2021

November 12, 2021 · From autonomous trucks to robots in factories and warehouses, NVIDIA made a host of announcements at its GTC event, including new libraries, integrations, and simulation products.

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Gatik and Walmart Conduct First Fully Driverless Deliveries in Arkansas Route

November 12, 2021 · Walmart and Gatik said they have begun short-haul deliveries with autonomous trucks with no safety drivers in a milestone for commercializing such deliveries safely and at scale.

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Körber Supply Chain Deploys Geek+ Mobile Robots for CEVA Logistics in Australia

November 12, 2021 · CEVA Logistics needed to keep up with customer growth at its warehouse in Truganina, Australia. With Geek+ robots deployed in a pilot by Körber Supply Chain, it got 4x picking efficiency.

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Honeywell Announces New Automated Storage and Retrieval System

November 11, 2021 · An automated storage and retrieval system from Honeywell uses machine learning and AI for order fulfillment, product sequencing, returns processing, manufacturing kitting, and more.

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FANUC Introduces Compact Robot for Machine Tending, Warehousing, Logistics Applications

November 11, 2021 · FANUC America said the new LR-10iA/10 robot arm is designed to be easy to mount on floors, walls, ceilings, or mobile platforms to help automate machine tending and picking.

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Berkshire Grey Secures $36M in New Orders, $25M in Repeat Orders

November 11, 2021 · Berkshire Grey has received orders from new and returning customers for its order-fulfillment robots and software, and retailer Bealls is using its automation to speed up replenishment.

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Kodiak Robotics Raises $125M Series B to Advance Self-Driving Trucks

November 10, 2021 · Kodiak Robotics, which has raised $165 million to date, plans to continue growing its staff and developing and offering self-driving, long-haul freight across the U.S.

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Jungheinrich Acquires Mobile Robot and Fleet Management Firm arculus

November 10, 2021 · Industrial automation provider Jungheinrich acquired arculus, whose autonomous mobile robots and fleet management software comply with the European VDA 5050 interoperability standard.

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FLOW 2021 Recap: Leading the Conversation on Today’s Logistics Realities and the Future of Fulfillment

November 10, 2021 · 6 River Systems' third annual FLOW user conference provided an opportunity to learn how supply chains can benefit from automation amid today's challenges. The sessions are available online.

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DHL Supply Chain deploys its first autonomous lift trucks in North America

November 10, 2021 · The installation features Crown R 1000 Series DualMode reach trucks fitted with JBT Automated Systems robotics technology.

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Motional and Lyft Plan to Launch Las Vegas Driverless Ride-Hailing Service in 2023

November 9, 2021 · Lyft and Motional say the IONIQ 5 electric robotaxis, developed with Hyundai and using Lyft's app, will enable people in Nevada to ride in autonomous vehicles for the first time.

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