Topic: Perception

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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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VIDEOS: Unitree releases R1 humanoid, A2 quadruped robots

August 6, 2025 · Unitree released two new robots. The Unitree R1 humanoid costs under $6,000, the lowest in the market. The A2 quadruped has longer range and higher payload capabilities.

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Sensrad delivers first radar series powered by Arbe Robotics’ chipset for defense, smart infrastructure projects

August 4, 2025 · Sensrad delivered the first of a new radar series for the defense sector, powered by the Arbe Robotics chipset, to customers.

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Pudu Robotics launches PUDU CC1 Pro AI-powered autonomous cleaning robot

July 26, 2025 · Pudu Robotics launched the PUDU CC1 Pro, the newest version of its AI-powered autonomous line of cleaning robots.

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Report: Joint actuators play a crucial role in humanoid robot power, dexterity and adoption

July 7, 2025 · An Interact Analysis report on humanoid robots indicates that short-term to mid-term growth is hindered by joint actuators and components related to movement and motion control.

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Chewy, MassRobotics announce winners of 2025 CHAMP Challenge

July 3, 2025 · MassRobotics and Chewy announced that Black-I Robotics and Breezey Machine Company were the winner and runner-up, respectively, in the 2025 CHAMP Challenge for autonomous mobile picking.

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Robotic guidance provider Inbolt expands into the U.S., Japan

June 29, 2025 · France-based Inbolt announced its expansion to the U.S. and Japan, building on its successful footprint in Europe with Stellantis, Ford and other leading manufacturers.

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Automatica 2025: PAL Robotics to demonstrate humanoid embodied AI

June 22, 2025 · PAL Robotics TIAGo Pro mobile manipulation robot will perform teleoperation and interactively demonstrate embodied AI that enables machine learning at Automatics 2025.

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PHOTOS: Robotics Invest 2025 panelists discuss physical AI, humanoids, and investment strategies

June 19, 2025 · Cybernetix Ventures hosted its third annual Robotics Invest summit, featuring panel discussions, presentations, and roundtables about physical AI, humanoids, and investment strategies.

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Foxglove publicly releases SDK for toolkit integration

June 11, 2025 · Speaker applications are open for Foxglove’s Actuate 2025 robot developer conference coming to San Francisco Sept. 23-24. The company publicly released its SDK to streamline integration.

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Auve Tech launches MiCa 2.0 autonomous vehicle AI software

June 3, 2025 · Auve Tech’s MiCa 2.0 and Auve Stack 2.0 software use edge AI to process sensor data, enabling decision making for safe, efficient navigation through continuous deep learning.

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Richtech Robotics adds capabilities to ADAM robot with AI-powered espresso system

May 25, 2025 · Richtech Robotics has expanded the capabilities of its ADAM AI-powered barista robot, adding a new artisanal espresso system.

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Automate 2025: Photoneo reveals in-motion hand-eye bag rack picking offering

May 10, 2025 · At Automate 2025, Photoneo will demo a new offering that addresses the automotive manufacturing challenge of picking fragile parts from tightly compartmentalized bag racks.

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Cosmic Robotics raises $4 million for AI-powered robots

April 19, 2025 · Cosmic Robotics raised $4 million for AI-powered mobile manipulation robots designed to help reduce labor shortages and accelerate solar utility infrastructure construction.

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ProMat 2025: Orbbec unveils Gemini 335Le stereo vision camera, Pulsar SL450 long-range lidar

March 17, 2025 · At ProMat 2025 in Chicago, Orbbec released Gemini 335Le stereo vision camera enabled with Ethernet for robots operating in industrial environments, and Pulsar SL450 long-range lidar.

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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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Plus, TRATON GROUP launch Level 4 AI-based autonomous trucking software in U.S., Europe

February 11, 2025 · Plus, together with TRATON GROUP brands Scania, MAN and International, launched Level 4 of the SuperDrive autonomous trucking software in Europe and the United States.

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LG acquires majority stake in Bear Robotics

January 31, 2025 · Upon completing a call option to raise its shares to 51%, LG will integrate its commercial robot business centered around CLOi hospitality and service AMRs with Bear Robotics.

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Limelight, Hailo introduce Limelight 4 smart camera at CES 2025

January 26, 2025 · The Limelight 4 camera, powered by the Hailo-8 AI accelerator, can enable low-code robotic vision. FIRST 2025 will use exclusively Limelight Vision cameras and controllers.

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CES 2025: Ubicept showcases new photonic computer vision technology for rapid prototyping

January 7, 2025 · Ubicept unveiled its newest photonic computer vision technology at CES 2025. The advanced machine perception is now available for rapid prototyping across robotic technologies.

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