Topic: Obstacle Detection

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Automate 2026: Robust.AI selects Aptiv Perception, powered by PULSE, for third-generation Carter robot

June 27, 2026 · At Automate 2026, Robust.AI selected Aptiv Perception, powered by the PULSE sensor, for its third-generation Carter robot.

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LogiMAT 2026: Orbbec, Basler announce industrial 3D vision partnership

March 26, 2026 · At LogiMAT 2026 in Germany, Orbbec and Basler entered into a partnership aimed at developing 3D vision technologies for robotics and logistics applications.

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Leuze presents ultra-compact RSL 200 safety laser scanner

August 22, 2025 · Global sensor manufacturer Leuze launched its RSL 200 safety laser scanner for AGVs, and robots, with its ultra-compact design to be integrated in a limited space.

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Pudu Robotics launches PUDU T600 Series of industrial delivery robots

August 15, 2025 · Pudu Robotics launched the PUDU T600 Series of heavy-payload industrial delivery robots, for autonomous material handling in complex environments.

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Orbbec releases multi-pattern 3D lidar at World Robot Conference 2025

August 8, 2025 · At the World Robot Conference 2025, Orbbec released the Pulsar ME450, a dToF 3D lidar with a combined MEMS mirror and motor to offer configurable scanning in robotics applications.

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Photoneo launches PhoXi 3D Scanner Gen3

July 14, 2025 · Photoneo launched the PhoXi 3D Scanner Gen3 with blue laser technology to deliver precision and reliability in industrial scanning.

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Crown Equipment releases lidar-based ProximityAssist integrated operator assist system

June 14, 2025 · Material handling company Crown Equipment releases ProximityAssist, a lidar-based integrated operator assist system to aid forklift operators.

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ELOKON launches ELOshieldAI dual-layered forklift safety system

June 6, 2025 · ELOKON launched ELOshield AI, a dual-layered forklift safety system that combines ultra-wideband proximity detection and AI-powered, tagless vision technology to prevent collisions.

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Automate 2025: Orbbec launches Gemini 435Le industrial grade stereo vision camera

May 12, 2025 · Orbbec continued its expansion of industrial-grade stereo vision cameras, launching the Gemini 435Le at Automate 2025 in Detroit.

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Yale Lift Truck adds pedestrian awareness camera to Reliant operator assist lineup

April 22, 2025 · Yale Lift Truck Technologies added a pedestrian awareness camera system to its Reliant portfolio of operator alert and assist technologies for further warehouse safety support.

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ProMat 2025: Ouster introduces 3D Zone Monitoring for REV7 digital lidar products

March 17, 2025 · Ouster released its 3D Zone Monitoring feature that enables lidar sensors to detect surrounding objects and trigger alerts at ProMat 2025 in Chicago.

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ProMat 2025: Fox Robotics releases FoxBot Mk3 with new capabilities

March 13, 2025 · Fox Robotics’ FoxBot Mk3 autonomous forklift can now load trailers, auto-adjust its forks, integrate with WMS, and interoperate with other robotics and material handling equipment.

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ProMat 2025: Ati Motors to showcase advanced autonomous mobile robots

February 23, 2025 · Ati Motors will exhibit its Sherpa Lifter and Sherpa XT Lite autonomous mobile robots for material handling and warehouses at ProMat 2025 in Chicago.

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Manifest 2025: Gather AI adds new Starling 2 Logis drones powered by ModalAI autopilot

February 10, 2025 · Gather AI added Starling 2 Logis drones with ModalAI VOXL 2 autopilot to double warehouse inventory scanning speed, enhance accuracy with 3D data and expand efficiency.

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NRF 2025: ToDo Robotics showcased Pudu Robotics’ AI-powered BellaBot Pro

February 5, 2025 · ToDo Robotics showcased live demonstrations of the AI-powered BellaBot Pro from Pudu Robotics, featuring ‘Shopper Assistance’ capabilities.

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SICK acquires AMR navigation software provider Accerion

February 4, 2025 · With the acquisition of computer vision startup Accerion, SICK is adding infrastructure-free, AI-powered localization, navigation, and positioning software to its portfolio.

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Amazon Prime Air drones take flight in Phoenix, Ariz.

November 8, 2024 · Amazon Prime Air’s MK30 drones have received FAA approval to fly beyond pilots’ visual line of sight, allowing same-day deliveries under five pounds from the Tolleson, Ariz. site.

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Rethink Robotics debuts new portfolio of robots at IMTS 2024

September 14, 2024 · Rethink Robotics launched seven Reacher cobot arms, two Ryder AMRs, and a combined Riser mobile manipulation robot as part of its new vision and mission at IMTS 2024.

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Automate 2026: Forklifts, physical AI, vision systems and more from day three in Chicago
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