Topic: Inspection

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ANYbotics launches ANYmal X legged robot built for explosive atmospheres

October 28, 2026 · ANYbotics launched ANYmal X, a legged robot for explosive atmospheres such as the oil, gas and chemical sectors, purpose-built to meet the strict safety standards of these industries.

Podcasts

October 2026 Robotics Recap

October 28, 2026 · The Robotics 24/7 podcast series, “Robotics Recap,” highlights major automation and robotics industry news from around the world in October 2026, including mergers and acquisitions, alongside deployments in warehousing and manufacturing.

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Gecko Robotics quadruples U.S. Navy contract to $300M to support military readiness

October 20, 2026 · Gecko Robotics announced that the U.S. Navy and GSA quadrupled the ceiling value of a contract to $300 million to slash maintenance delays and improve fleet readiness.

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PACK EXPO 2026: JLS Automation unveils JLS VISION AI

October 18, 2026 · JLS Automation unveiled its proprietary AI-driven vision technology, JLS VISION AI, at PACK EXPO 2026 in Chicago.

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PACK EXPO 2026: Epson showcases color labeling and cobots for improved labeling and packaging

October 16, 2026 · Epson will showcase its ColorWorks and cobots at PACK EXPO 2026 to improve flexibility, productivity and efficiency across labeling, packaging and end-of-line processes.

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Amazon launches Physical AI Toolchain on AWS to help companies build machines that think

October 8, 2026 · Amazon launched the Physical AI Toolchain on AWS, an open-source stack for building intelligent machines built on AWS using NVIDIA’s physical AI stack and inspired by Amazon’s robotics expertise.

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Overview AI launches OV Spark inspection camera with Sparky onboard agent

October 6, 2026 · Overview AI launched the OV Spark inspection camera with the Sparky onboard agent, enabling quality teams to build and maintain line inspections without vision specialists.

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ANYbotics launches Shift operational engine to power autonomous robot inspection at scale

October 1, 2026 · ANYbotics launched the Shift operational engine, which powers the company’s autonomous inspection robots that detect failing equipment and turn inspection data directly into actionable work orders.

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ANYbotics introduces automated door access for ANYmal robot fleet

September 24, 2026 · ANYbotics, in partnership with dormakaba and LEGIC Identsystems AG, added automated door access capabilities to its ANYmal mobile robot fleet for facility-wide inspections.

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IMTS 2026: FARO CREAFORM to showcase portable metrology offerings

September 14, 2026 · At IMTS 2026 in Chicago, FARO CREAFORM is showcasing its newest portable metrology technologies, including the Quantum X FaroArm Series and HandySCAN 3D portfolio.

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Caterpillar, FieldAI collaborate to advance AI-powered industrial innovation

September 5, 2026 · FieldAI announced a collaboration with Caterpillar to bring physical AI and autonomy to job sites and factories through robotics, digital twins and NVIDIA technologies.

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RAC 26: Warehouse orchestration, automotive production and flexible robots

September 2, 2026 · The 2026 Robotics Applications Conference, RAC 26, welcomes industry experts to discuss the latest robotics and automation deployments for a one-day virtual conference on September 16.

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A3 announces speaker lineup for 2026 Advanced Vision & AI Conference

September 2, 2026 · A3 announced speakers for the 2026 Advanced Vision & AI Conference, featuring experts sharing practical strategies for deploying machine vision, industrial AI and intelligent automation.

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Gecko Robotics, Square Robot transform fuel tank inspections in Guam

August 30, 2026 · Gecko Robotics and Square Robot helped Tristar eliminate 180 days of downtime at its Guam fuel operation with robotic tank inspections.

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FARO CREAFORM updates Laser Line Probe portfolio with Quantum X and Quantum Max FaroArm series

August 16, 2026 · FARO CREAFORM’s updates to its Laser Line Probe portfolio helps manufacturers improve inspection, reverse engineering and quality workflows when scanning dark, shiny and high contrast parts.

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HII signs performance-based production agreement, worth up to $900M, with Path Robotics and GrayMatter Robotics

August 6, 2026 · HII announced long-term performance-based production agreements with GrayMatter Robotics and Path Robotics worth up to $900 million to accelerate AI-powered automation in U.S. Navy shipbuilding programs.

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Webinar: Robots in dull, dirty and dangerous environments

July 13, 2026 · This interactive webinar will discuss how robots and automation are handling difficult and often dangerous environments to keep humans safe, and operations running smoothly.

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AGIBOT rolls off 15,000th robot from production line

July 1, 2026 · AGIBOT announced that it has rolled the 15,000th robot off its production line, with the G2, an industrial-grade embodied task robot, certifying the milestone.

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Automate 2026: NVIDIA announces Halos for Robotics

June 22, 2026 · At Automate 2026 in Chicago, NVIDIA announced Halos for Robotics, a full-stack, open robotics safety system, extending Halos’ autonomous vehicle safety to robotics and physical AI.

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Automate 2026: ABB Robotics delivers new industry-ready physical AI

June 21, 2026 · ABB Robotics is highlighting several technologies at Automate 2026 in Chicago, including its Autonomous Versatile Robotics, PoWa cobot family and more.

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OSARO SightWorks advances AI-powered robotic picking and packing
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