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AMSL Aero draw further investment from IP Group to develop VTOL aircraft

Manufacturer's Monthly

Compared to standard aircraft, the Vertiia needs fewer parts and uses cheaper low-emissions energy sources. AMSL’s concept for zero-emissions aviation came to the attention of IP Group Australia in 2018. AMSL Aero has raised more than $50 million from private and government sources and employs around 60 people in its operations.

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Unifor unveils new policy for Canadian aerospace

Canadian Manufacturing

” Our union has a vision to develop a worker-led plan for Canada’s aerospace industry, to the benefit of workers and the entire sector” “Aerospace is a source of pride for Quebec and Canada. . We demand ambitious and strategic action to secure the future of workers in the aerospace cluster.

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ANELLO Photonics secures funding for inertial navigation in GPS-denied environments

Robotics Business Review

Source: ANELLO Photonics Self-driving vehicles, mobile robots, and drones need multiple sensors for safe and reliable operation, but the cost and bulk of those sensors have posed challenges for developers and manufacturers. ANELLO offers an evaluation kit for its navigation and positioning system. ANELLO Photonics Inc. The Santa Clara, Calif.-based

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UC Berkeley’s AI-powered robot learns Jenga whipping

Robotics Business Review

When the team first announced a new software suite using this approach in early 2024, Luo said they were heartened that others could quickly replicate their success using the open-source software on their own. The lab also chose to make its research open source so that other researchers could use and build on it.

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8 noteworthy robotics acquisitions of 2023

Robotics Business Review

Source: 6 River Systems Suffering a $437.3 Agile Robots was founded at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) in 2018. For context, Shopify paid $450 million to acquire 6 River Systems in September 2019. Ocado paid roughly 2.8% of what Shopify paid for 6 River. 6 River Systems’ Chuck autonomous mobile robots.

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Embracing Automation: Strategies for Small to Medium-Sized Machine Shops

Modern Machine Shop

Source: MetalQuest From the earliest days of automation at IMTS featuring a robot hand moving parts, there has been a massive evolution in technology. Source: AMT. Source: AMT. Incodema3D focuses on additive manufacturing technology for aerospace, defense and other industries. “What is the definition of automation?”

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Kaiser Tool Co. Celebrates 60 Years

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Kaiser Tool Co. In 2018, an addition was built to expand the manufacturing space. Industries KTC serves include aerospace, medical, semiconductor, automotive, research, protective seals and more. Kaiser Tool Co. KTC) is celebrating 60 years in business. Custom tooling is available for all products.