Robotics Business Review

MAY 28, 2024

Comau is expanding from automotive manufacturing to logistics applications such as pick and place. Source: Comau If change is constant in technology, even established industrial automation providers must adapt to keep up. In March, Intrinsic co-founded the Open Source Robotics Alliance ( OSRA ). million by 2029.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 5, 2024

Ubtech says its humanoid robots can be used in industrial manufacturing, exhibition halls, warehousing and logistics, commercial office services, home services, and college and research institutions. Walk S is designed for inspection, assembly, and logistics tasks. Walker S humanoid robot The Walker S humanoid is 1.7 m tall (around 5.58

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Advantech and oToBrite said their joint system will benefit industries from logistics to manufacturing. Source: oToBrite oToBrite Electronics Inc. The joint system will enable high-resolution, low-latency AI for next-generation autonomous mobile robots ( AMRs ), benefiting industries from logistics to manufacturing, said the companies.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Source: A3 After two years of record sales, North American robot orders declined by 30% in 2023, said the latest report from the Association for Advancing Automation, or A3. The organization said it expects the slowdown, particularly in automotive manufacturing, to continue until the second half of 2024.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Source: Planzer Planzer, a Swiss logistics company, is partnering with autonomous technology start-up LOXO to roll out their first joint project. Using their combined logistics and technology expertise, the two Swiss firms said they aim to take urban logistics to a new level in their country.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Source: Outrider Outrider today announced that it has raised $62 million in an oversubscribed Series D financing round. The provider of autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs said the funding will drive its operations as a service with Fortune 500 customers in 2025 and solidify its position as a leader in logistics automation. “By

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 24, 2024

It seems obvious that astronauts who could someday find themselves on Mars will need an oxygen source to breathe, but NASA has other uses in mind. Devices based on the technology at work in MOXIE will be key for future missions.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 24, 2024

Source: Serve Robotics Serve Robotics Inc. Aurora, Ontario-based Magna is one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers. 20, under which Serve granted the company a non-exclusive license to its technologies and expertise, enabling Magna to further develop new products in the robotics and logistics space.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 11, 2024

Source: ABB After a challenging year for autonomous mobile robot, or AMR, providers, industry leaders are continuing to consolidate. Source: ABB ABB sees pilots as path to multiple markets ABB had already conducted pilot projects with customers in the automotive and logistics industries. and Germany.” and Germany.”

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 25, 2024

Source: Outrider Between the automated warehouse and self-driving long-haul vehicles, there is the opportunity to add robotics to yard management. Outrider ’s patent portfolio covers the numerous inventions, innovations, and technologies our team developed to re-define the logistics yard,” stated Andrew Smith, founder and CEO of Outrider. “In

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Downstream Industries: As sectors like automotive and electronics are focusing on decarbonization, new opportunities for sustainable chemical compounds are emerging. Raw Material Suppliers: Sustainable raw material sourcing ensures a steady, eco-friendly supply chain.

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AU Manufacturing

JUNE 13, 2023

The Australian government has created three new Jobs and Skills Councils (JSC) to help address skills shortages and broader workforce challenges in manufacturing, transport and logistics, mining, and automotive industries. A total of $42 million is set to be invested over the next four years to establish 10 Jobs and Skills Councils.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 22, 2024

Source: Pudu Robotics Pudu Technology Co. Source; Pudu Robotics Zhang: The biggest difference in developing robots for manufacturing in comparison to service robots lies within the distinct market needs and opportunities of the industrial sector. The PUDU T300 mobile robot dis designed for use in tight aisles with heavy payloads.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Source: Ricardo Petrazzini While U.S. “International networking is a must, and countries like Argentina are a huge untapped source of engineers.” Robotic Crew founders at RoboBusiness 2023. Robotic Crew offers staffing in Latin America for robot development, as well as operations and fleet management. ” Register now.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Digit humanoid could work in distribution, retail and e-commerce, manufacturing, and third-party logistics. Source: Agility Robotics Agility Robotics Inc. In June, the company announced a multi-year agreement with GXO Logistics Inc. to deploy the robot in its logistics operations. The Corvallis, Ore.-based

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 27, 2024

Source: Adobe Stock Mobile robots have become an essential part of the automation landscape in recent years. Manufacturers , especially those in the automotive, electrical, and semiconductor sectors, were also more likely to use mobile robots than retailers, third-party logistics (3PLs), or other industries.

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Tata Consultancy Services is building custom synthetic data generation pipelines to power its Mobility AI suite to address automotive and autonomous use cases by simulating real-world scenarios. Its applications include defect detection, end-of-line quality inspection, and hazard avoidance.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 9, 2024

Source: SiLC Technologies SiLC Technologies Inc. This creates a strong foundation for our partnership to grow and address multiple markets, including industrial automation and automotive.” “We are excited to partner with SiLC to unlock lidar for the robotics and logistics markets.” Dexterity Inc.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

AUGUST 22, 2023

Conventional engine, transmission, and affiliated components will represent immediate high-growth opportunities in the automotive aftermarket, while the transition to vehicle electrification will drive investments in electric vehicle (EV) related remanufacturing.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Source: ABB Robotics With each passing year, labor shortages and complexity increase for the healthcare industry. Some years ago, we already saw that we’ve been leading the revolution of logistics with the Amazons and online commerce. And today, logistics is the largest market for robotics,” he said during a MassRobotics webinar.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

AUGUST 21, 2023

By Benson Augustine, Senior Industry Analyst, Aftermarket & Digital Retail – Mobility Rematec, a leading trade show for stakeholders in the automotive remanufacturing ecosystem, was held in Amsterdam in June this year, after a four-year hiatus.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Source: PickNik Robotics PickNik Inc. Founded in 2015 for the Amazon Picking Challenge , PickNik Robotics has developed software to help organizations improve precision and efficiency in industries ranging from aerospace to construction and logistics. HiveBotics used MoveIt Pro to develop the Abluo bathroom-cleaning mobile manipulator.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 19, 2024

Source: ABB ABB Robotics has announced its first Flexley Tug T702 autonomous mobile robot (AMR). The AMR T702 is a perfect match for a wide range of industries, such as automotive, consumer goods sector or logistics, especially in large, busy warehouses and fulfillment centers where the environment is constantly changing.“

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SMMT

JUNE 2, 2023

The last few years have been a particularly torrid time for automotive supply chains, with the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic, geopolitical disruption and economic upheaval coming just as the sector braces for its most radical transformation in more than a hundred years. Tickets are free , and I hope to see many of you there.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 20, 2024

Third-party logistics providers [3PLs] and automotive are booming.” Source: Vecna Robotics Investment and new COO to enable growth Tiger Global Management, Proficio Capital Partners, and IMPULSE participated in Vecna Robotics’ Series C round. Automated forklift with full pallet load at Vecna’s headquarters.

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i4.0 today

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Pursuant to the agreement, Motherson will manage sourcing and supply chain of all production parts and support the assembly of the REEcorner® and REE P7 electric trucks, the first full by-wire, software-driven certified medium duty electric truck available on the market today. About REE Automotive REE Automotive Ltd.

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 29, 2023

It added that it plans to focus on hazardous scenarios, high-end customer service, automotive manufacturing, and in-home services. Source: LimX Dynamics China goes all in on humanoids It would be difficult to talk about the robotics industry in 2023 without mentioning humanoid robots. CL-1 ascending the stairs dynamically.

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Dinesh Mishra

DECEMBER 29, 2024

This will also encourage companies to adopt strategies emphasizing the diversification of supply sources and leverage digital tools to anticipate and respond to challenges with agility. Demand for new roles: The automotive industry is shifting from engine-based mechanical engineering to data- and IT-centric competencies.

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i4.0 today

JANUARY 13, 2023

In July 2021, the German Association of the Automotive Industry, known as Verband der Automobilindustrie (VDA), cut its forecast for production growth from 13 percent to 3 percent, citing supply-chain disruptions, including a shortage of semiconductors. billion pounds ($3.30 Euros) to costs. billion pounds ($3.30 Euros) to costs.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Source: IFR The International Federation of Robotics, or IFR, today listed its picks for the top five global robotics trends of this year. In the automotive parts industry, each hour of unplanned downtime is estimated to cost $1.3 The IFR noted that the stock of operational robots around the world attained a new record of about 3.9

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Source: Relay Robotics When we think of autonomous navigation, the first thing that usually comes to mind is self-driving cars. Defined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) in 2014, this framework remains a standard reference in the field. Indoor mobile robots rely on autonomous navigation for safe and efficient delivery.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 17, 2024

Source: Boston Dynamics “Everything we understood, from the time of launching Spot as a prototype to it being a reliable product deployed in fleets, is going into the new Atlas,” Playter said. ” In the new video below, the previous version of Atlas handles automotive parts and real products weighing up to 25 lb.

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Modern Machine Shop

MAY 19, 2024

Source: Thyssenkrupp Materials Services Thyssenkrupp Materials Services recently opened a new steel service center in Sinton, Texas, on May 7, 2024. “The logistically favorable location — including direct rail and port access — in Sinton allows us to bridge the gap to markets that were dependent on distant suppliers.

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 18, 2024

” Thus, both Digit and Apollo have started with relatively simple tasks at GXO Logistics. Apollo is being tested with GXO Logistics. . “We have a huge labor shortage, and all kinds of robots are being integrated into factories and warehouses around the world.”

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 20, 2024

Source | Pyramid Molding Group Reshoring has become a prominent buzzword in the world of manufacturing, but it's more than just a trendy term; it’s a real phenomenon. Source | Pyramid Molding Group Moore also underscores the impact of extended lead times on operations and market competitiveness.

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 7, 2024

Source: Exotec To successfully deploy warehouse automation, an understanding of change management is as important as technical expertise. Exotec is 2024 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award Winner for its deployment of the Skypod system at Lane Automotive.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

JUNE 16, 2022

End-of-life business models view value extraction from used batteries through two lenses: one, recycling for material recovery, and two, reuse in automotive and energy storage applications. In short, it will underpin comprehensive, long-term sustainability across the xEV environment.

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