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Orbital Welding and its Advantages

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DHL bolsters its US network with $74 million Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky investment

DHL eCommerce, a division of the world’s biggest logistics company, DHL Group, has opened a fully-owned 307,000 square-foot distribution center in Hebron, KY, 10 minutes from the Cincinnati/Northern … [Read More...] about DHL bolsters its US network with $74 million Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky investment

Ascento rolls out latest security patrolling robot with new $4.3 million funding round

Labour shortages have affected large parts of the world and various industries. The security industry is also feeling the crunch, with many countries around the world facing a 52 percent staff … [Read More...] about Ascento rolls out latest security patrolling robot with new $4.3 million funding round

Otto Group teams up with Boston Dynamics

Otto Group, one of the world’s largest e-commerce retailers, has signed a strategic agreement with Boston Dynamics, a developer of mobile robotics and maker of highly innovative machines, to continue … [Read More...] about Otto Group teams up with Boston Dynamics

Brain Corp launches ‘Site Maps’ to advance automated robotic operations and fleet management

Brain Corp, an artificial intelligence (AI) company creating transformative core technology in robotics, has released “Site Maps”, the latest feature of its BrainOS software for autonomous robots. The … [Read More...] about Brain Corp launches ‘Site Maps’ to advance automated robotic operations and fleet management

New RoboDK software ‘simplifies robot programming by demonstration’

RoboDK, a Canadian-European robot programming software company, has released the design and assembly instructions of the TwinTrack Probe. Available from September 2023, the cost-effective tool … [Read More...] about New RoboDK software ‘simplifies robot programming by demonstration’

Manufacturing

Orbital Welding and its Advantages

Orbital welding is a cutting-edge welding technique that offers numerous advantages across various industries, from aerospace to pharmaceuticals. This automated welding process employs a mechanized … [Read More...] about Orbital Welding and its Advantages

Chery Automotive installs more than 100 ForwardX mobile robots in its ‘Super Factory’

Chery Super Factory, a state-of-the-art automobile manufacturing plant located in Qingdao, China, has partnered with ForwardX Robotics, a leading provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), to … [Read More...] about Chery Automotive installs more than 100 ForwardX mobile robots in its ‘Super Factory’

Mastering CNC Machining: Unveiling the Power of Fixtures

In the world of manufacturing, custom CNC machining services have revolutionized the industry. These services utilize Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining, a precise and efficient method, where … [Read More...] about Mastering CNC Machining: Unveiling the Power of Fixtures

Democratizing Friction Stir Welding: High-Quality FSW at a Fraction of the Cost

Friction Stir Welding (FSW) is a distinctive solid-state joining process that diverges from traditional welding techniques, which often rely on melting materials. Rather than using heat, FSW … [Read More...] about Democratizing Friction Stir Welding: High-Quality FSW at a Fraction of the Cost

How Industrial Chillers Enable Precision Manufacturing

Industrial chillers provide precise temperature control for crucial manufacturing processes like laser technology and machine tools. Learn why they are a vital component.  The Critical Role of … [Read More...] about How Industrial Chillers Enable Precision Manufacturing

Industrial Robots

North America industrial robot orders drop for second quarter

A slow US economy and high interest rates have taken a toll on robot orders in North American, resulting in a decline for the second quarter in a row after record purchases in 2021 and … [Read More...] about North America industrial robot orders drop for second quarter

Tormach among America’s fastest-growing private companies in 2023

Tormach, an innovator in CNC machine manufacturing, is celebrating its inclusion in the highly esteemed Inc 5000 list for 2023. This “remarkable achievement” showcases Tormach's dedication to … [Read More...] about Tormach among America’s fastest-growing private companies in 2023

Yaskawa unveils new branch in KwaZulu-Natal

Yaskawa has open a new branch in KwaZulu-Natal. The decision to relocate comes as a proactive response to the devastating KwaZulu-Natal floods, which highlighted the importance of securing the … [Read More...] about Yaskawa unveils new branch in KwaZulu-Natal

Building blocks: SAEKI emerges from stealth with $2.3 million funding round

The architecture, engineering and construction industry has undergone significant changes in recent years yet one major challenge they face is the slow and costly manufacture of large components as … [Read More...] about Building blocks: SAEKI emerges from stealth with $2.3 million funding round

ATI Industrial Automation makes its multi-axis force/torque sensors compatible with Fanuc robots

ATI Industrial Automation, a provider of robotic tooling and sensing solutions, says it has made its Multi-Axis Force/Torque (F/T) Sensors compatible with Fanuc Robots and Fanuc’s Force Control … [Read More...] about ATI Industrial Automation makes its multi-axis force/torque sensors compatible with Fanuc robots

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US politicians move to prevent robots from being given weapons

State Representative Lindsay Sabadosa and State Senator Michael Moore have filed an Act to ensure the responsible use of advanced robotic technologies, legislation that prohibits the manufacture, … [Read More...] about US politicians move to prevent robots from being given weapons

Care robots: Ethical perceptions and acceptance

Researchers develop a model that can explain the effect of users’ ethical perception on their willingness to use care robots The global population of people older than 65 years of age is rapidly … [Read More...] about Care robots: Ethical perceptions and acceptance

Plymouth university students design and build ‘scarecrow’ robots to protect wildlife

Plymouth State University (PSU) students in their “Spring 2023 Industrial Robotics” course began work on a multi-semester project to bring new life to a pair of robots belonging to Casella Waste … [Read More...] about Plymouth university students design and build ‘scarecrow’ robots to protect wildlife

Fraunhofer designs robotic production system that is ‘as versatile as a Swiss Army knife’

The Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology has designed a new robotic production system that it says is “as versatile as a Swiss Army knife”. Fraunhofer says the system’s … [Read More...] about Fraunhofer designs robotic production system that is ‘as versatile as a Swiss Army knife’

Sarcos and Blattner develop autonomous robotic solar construction system

Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation, a specialist in the design, development, and manufacture of advanced robotic systems, and Blattner Company, a provider and installer of renewable energy, … [Read More...] about Sarcos and Blattner develop autonomous robotic solar construction system

Logistics

DHL bolsters its US network with $74 million Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky investment

DHL eCommerce, a division of the world’s biggest logistics company, DHL Group, has opened a fully-owned 307,000 square-foot distribution center in Hebron, KY, 10 minutes from the Cincinnati/Northern … [Read More...] about DHL bolsters its US network with $74 million Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky investment

Otto Group teams up with Boston Dynamics

Otto Group, one of the world’s largest e-commerce retailers, has signed a strategic agreement with Boston Dynamics, a developer of mobile robotics and maker of highly innovative machines, to continue … [Read More...] about Otto Group teams up with Boston Dynamics

Palletizing Systems and Robots

New technologies are gracing the industrial sector on a daily basis. Many factories and plant manufacturing companies are automating their operations with robotic solutions. One incredible technology … [Read More...] about Palletizing Systems and Robots

Starship Technologies now offering autonomous robot delivery on 50 US college campuses

Starship Technologies, which claims to be the world’s leading provider of autonomous delivery services, says it is now offering its service to 50 college campuses across the US. This includes … [Read More...] about Starship Technologies now offering autonomous robot delivery on 50 US college campuses

Serve Robotics raises $30 million financing to scale robotic delivery

Serve Robotics, a developer of autonomous sidewalk delivery robots, has raised another $30 million in financing, bringing the company’s total funds raised to over $56 million. Concurrent with the … [Read More...] about Serve Robotics raises $30 million financing to scale robotic delivery

Autonomous vehicles

Horizon and Wind River partner to develop autonomous vehicle solutions

Wind River, a developer of software for mission-critical intelligent systems, has agreed a strategic collaboration with Horizon Robotics to advance smart driving solutions. Horizon is a leading … [Read More...] about Horizon and Wind River partner to develop autonomous vehicle solutions

Cumberland community group launches autonomous shuttle pilot program

The Cumberland Community Improvement District (CID) is partnering with Beep, a provider of multi-passenger and electric autonomous mobility solutions, to launch the Cumberland Hopper, an autonomous … [Read More...] about Cumberland community group launches autonomous shuttle pilot program

Robotaxis: The revolutionary mobility choice of the future

Every 24 seconds, one person dies in a road accident, according to United Nations (un.org) in its road safety fact sheet published in 2021. It is also stated that more than 90 per cent of car … [Read More...] about Robotaxis: The revolutionary mobility choice of the future

California certifies Mercedes semi-autonomous drive system

Mercedes‑Benz says its Drive Pilot system for SAE Level 3 conditionally automated driving received certification from California state authorities. With this significant milestone Mercedes-Benz is … [Read More...] about California certifies Mercedes semi-autonomous drive system

Einride goes live in Norway to lead electric deployment of freight mobility

Einride, a freight mobility company that provides digital, electric and autonomous technology, has launched its solutions in Norway, the country with the highest number of electric vehicles per … [Read More...] about Einride goes live in Norway to lead electric deployment of freight mobility

Infrastructure

Enhanced Security Automation: Lexington Police Urges Integration of Home Security Cameras

Residents in Lexington now have the opportunity to aid the local police department in their efforts to solve crimes more quickly. The Lexington Police Department is asking residents to register … [Read More...] about Enhanced Security Automation: Lexington Police Urges Integration of Home Security Cameras

FireFly Automatix launches ‘first’ commercially available autonomous electric mower

FireFly Automatix has showcased its M100-AV mower at the recent Turfgrass Producers International convention at DeBuck’s New Lawn Sod Farm, Belleville, Michigan. This commercial reel mower cuts a … [Read More...] about FireFly Automatix launches ‘first’ commercially available autonomous electric mower

Rocsys raises €33 million for its robotic electric vehicle charging system

Rocsys, a provider of autonomous charging solutions for electric transportation, has closed a €33 million Series A funding round. Led by SEB Greentech Venture Capital, the round also includes … [Read More...] about Rocsys raises €33 million for its robotic electric vehicle charging system

Industrial components giant Nidec opens new factory in India

Nidec Machine Tool Corporation has built a new factory for Nidec India Precision Tools, the company’s cutting tool manufacturer and seller in Ranipet of India’s Tamil Nadu State, and started … [Read More...] about Industrial components giant Nidec opens new factory in India

10 Common Mistakes to Avoid During a House Lockout

Lockouts are never fun, especially when they happen at the most inconvenient times. However, panicking or making hasty decisions can compound the problem. Below are ten common mistakes you should … [Read More...] about 10 Common Mistakes to Avoid During a House Lockout

Computing

What Does a Switch Do in a Network?

Do you ever wonder what a switch does in a network? Look no further because this article will provide all the answers you need. A switch plays a fundamental role in enhancing data transfer speeds … [Read More...] about What Does a Switch Do in a Network?

Cloud, IoT, and AI: NERC-CIP Compliance and Emerging Technologies

What do you think our future is going to look like? Most of us will say AI and cloud computing. It is like a forest fire, spreading rapidly in our world. Ten or twenty years ago, you wouldn’t have … [Read More...] about Cloud, IoT, and AI: NERC-CIP Compliance and Emerging Technologies

Cost-Effective IT Outsourcing Solutions: Exploring Latin American Markets

Choosing IT outsourcing solutions for the business while managing costs is an extremely challenging task. Latin America with its wealth of skilled labor has become a more and more popular option, … [Read More...] about Cost-Effective IT Outsourcing Solutions: Exploring Latin American Markets

Data Labeling Services: Key Steps to Ensure High-Quality Annotations

In the realm of intelligence and machine learning, data labeling plays a crucial role in training models to achieve accuracy and effectiveness. The process entails annotating datasets with relevant … [Read More...] about Data Labeling Services: Key Steps to Ensure High-Quality Annotations

The Importance of a Bastion Host in the Robotics Industry

The rapid growth of the robotics industry has led to increased reliance on secure and efficient network infrastructure to support robotic systems' operations. A key component of this infrastructure … [Read More...] about The Importance of a Bastion Host in the Robotics Industry

Science

Plymouth university students design and build ‘scarecrow’ robots to protect wildlife

Plymouth State University (PSU) students in their “Spring 2023 Industrial Robotics” course began work on a multi-semester project to bring new life to a pair of robots belonging to Casella Waste … [Read More...] about Plymouth university students design and build ‘scarecrow’ robots to protect wildlife

MIT scientists find new way to help robots handle fluids

Researchers create new simulation tool for robots to manipulate complex fluids in a step towards helping robots more effortlessly assist with daily tasks that deal with liquids Imagine you’re … [Read More...] about MIT scientists find new way to help robots handle fluids

Columbia scientists build ‘highly dexterous robot hand that can operate in the dark – just like humans’

Columbia university engineers design a robot hand (video below) that is the first device of its kind to join advanced sense of touch with motor-learning algorithms – it doesn’t rely on vision to … [Read More...] about Columbia scientists build ‘highly dexterous robot hand that can operate in the dark – just like humans’

ETH scientists create one-wheel robot that balances with only a single reaction wheel

Robotics specialists from a group led by ETH professor Raffaello D’Andrea have created a new, cube-​shaped robot that can balance on its pivot and compensate for external disturbances. What makes … [Read More...] about ETH scientists create one-wheel robot that balances with only a single reaction wheel

A legged robotic system for playing soccer on various terrains

The new system enables a quadruped robot to dribble a soccer ball on landscapes such as sand, gravel, mud, and snow, using reinforcement learning to adapt to varying ball dynamics If you've ever … [Read More...] about A legged robotic system for playing soccer on various terrains

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