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Autonomous vehicle sensors don’t have to be a drag, find researchers

Robotics Business Review

In fact, AVs are now advanced enough that they are being used for logistics delivery and low-speed public transportation. This is especially important as the adoption of autonomous vehicles increases, not only in passenger transport but also in delivery and logistics applications.

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Connected and automated mobility revolution set to deliver £66 billion prize by 2040

SMMT

Tech could help save 3,900 lives and prevent 60,000 serious accidents – while adding 342,000 additional jobs, with 12,250 directly in automotive manufacturing by 2040. billion, and off-road logistics, including vehicles used in warehouses, ports and airports, worth £2.3

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CIIF 2024 shows major robotics trends in China

Robotics Business Review

ESTUN showcased its wide product range and industry-specific solutions, particularly in the battery, solar, and automotive sectors. ABB introduced the Ultra Accuracy feature for its GoFa cobot for ultra-precise applications in the electronics, automotive, aerospace, and metalworking industries.

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Robot sales reach record high in North America for third straight quarter

Control Engineering

For the third-straight quarter, robot sales in North America hit a record high, driven by a resurgence in sales to automotive companies and an ongoing need to manage increasing demand to automate logistics for e-commerce. Courtesy: Automate.

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Accenture invests in humanoid maker Sanctuary AI

Robotics Business Review

This article will be updated if more details are learned. Agility Robotics has piloted its Digit humanoid with Amazon and GXO Logistics. In January 2024, Accenture and Mujin created a joint venture to help bring robotics to the manufacturing and logistics industries. Financial details of the investment were not disclosed.

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IFR says harnessing AI in robotics can make work better

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All will continue to feed long-term demand for robotics and automation in manufacturing and logistics. For example, precision painting technology in the automotive sector can reduce material waste by up to 60% and enhance sustainability by reducing energy and water use.

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Boston Dynamics debuts electric version of Atlas humanoid robot

Robotics Business Review

” In the new video below, the previous version of Atlas handles automotive parts and real products weighing up to 25 lb. The new version of Atlas demonstrated that point in how it stood up in the video at the top of this article. “Anthropomorphism blows things out of perspective. .

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