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Sam Francis

Dürr and GROB showcase new concept factory for battery cell production

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Dürr to adopt new brand name as it aims for ‘more innovation in 50 percent less production space’ 

Less space and energy requirements, but more performance and the highest battery cell quality – that is the approach taken by engineering companies Dürr and GROB for their new concept factory for the production of lithium-ion battery cells. 

At this year’s Battery Show Europe trade fair in Stuttgart, the two partners will be the largest exhibitors, showcasing the technical innovations that make this possible.

Key technologies include dry coating of the electrodes, which does not require a drying process, and powerful Z-folder technology for cell assembly with integrated notching. [Read more…] about Dürr and GROB showcase new concept factory for battery cell production

Drone delivery: Navigating the path from high-flying hype to last-mile reality

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An in-depth analysis of the current technological landscape, regulatory roadblocks, and the commercial scalability of autonomous aerial delivery

The promise of near-instantaneous delivery via autonomous drones has captivated investors and engineers for over a decade.

Initial forecasts, often fuelled by blockbuster tech announcements, painted a futuristic picture of skies buzzing with packages, a vision that has been stubbornly slow to materialize. This has led many to question the ultimate viability of the concept.

Is drone delivery, then, finally poised to overcome its significant hurdles and become a mainstream logistics solution, or is it destined to remain a niche, novelty service? [Read more…] about Drone delivery: Navigating the path from high-flying hype to last-mile reality

The autonomous future of the warehouse: How AMRs are redefining logistics

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The relentless pace of e-commerce, compounded by persistent labour shortages and consumer demand for near-instant delivery, has pushed the global supply chain to a critical tipping point.

In this high-pressure environment, the warehouse has become the central battleground for efficiency.

For years, automation in the form of conveyors and basic Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) offered a partial solution. Now, a new, more intelligent technology is taking the lead: Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). [Read more…] about The autonomous future of the warehouse: How AMRs are redefining logistics

Terradepth and EIVA partner to automate subsea data collection and cloud delivery

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EIVA and Terradepth have partnered to streamline subsea data workflows by integrating Terradepth’s Absolute Ocean platform with EIVA’s NaviSuite software.

This collaboration automates the entire subsea-to-client data workflow, providing expert insight to non-expert users, enabling faster decisions, immediate access, and dramatically reduced turnaround times.

The integration of these two leading software platforms allows collected subsea data to flow directly into Absolute Ocean after being automatically processed via NaviSuite. [Read more…] about Terradepth and EIVA partner to automate subsea data collection and cloud delivery

Battery storage: The missing link in the power grid

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It’s a common misconception that the electricity grid operates like a vast reservoir of power, storing energy and delivering it on demand. The reality is a far more precarious balancing act.

The grid is a real-time network where electricity generation must constantly match consumption. This system has served us for a century, but its lack of storage capacity is a critical vulnerability, especially as we transition to intermittent renewable energy sources.

This is where a new generation of technology comes in: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). These are not merely scaled-up versions of consumer batteries; they are sophisticated, utility-scale power assets designed to address the grid’s core challenges. [Read more…] about Battery storage: The missing link in the power grid

Interview with Jensen Huang: ‘This is going to be the decade of AV, robotics, autonomous machines’

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In an interview with CNBC on the sidelines of the VivaTech conference in Paris, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicted a major shift in global industry, stating: “This is going to be the decade of AV, robotics, autonomous machines.”

The comment, shared with Robotics & Automation News by CNBC, reflects Huang’s growing conviction that artificial intelligence is no longer confined to the virtual world.

After transforming data centers, cloud computing, and creative tools, AI is now poised to reshape physical infrastructure – from automated warehouses and industrial robotics to self-driving vehicles and autonomous delivery systems. [Read more…] about Interview with Jensen Huang: ‘This is going to be the decade of AV, robotics, autonomous machines’

Voltfang secures €15 million funding and launches ‘Europe’s largest second-life battery factory’

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Voltfang, a large-scale provider of European battery storage solutions for industrial, commercial, and grid-scale applications, has successfully closed its Series B financing round, raising €15 million.

The round was once again led by Dutch deeptech investor FORWARD.One. Additional investors include existing backers such as Interzero, PT1, Helen Ventures, Daphni, Aurum Impact (the Goldbeck family office), as well as new partners like Fiege Ventures and Newberry Investments.

At the same time, the company is expanding and opening a new production site in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW). [Read more…] about Voltfang secures €15 million funding and launches ‘Europe’s largest second-life battery factory’

How Do Cloud LMS Tools Enhance Corporate Training?

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Training employees efficiently is essential to success in the current business climate. Organizations are always looking for new ways of enhancing the learning process.

This is where the cloud-based Learning Management Systems(LMS) come to serve as a helpful solution.

They can offer several advantages that change how organizations conduct training. In this post, we will examine how cloud LMS tools improve and redefine corporate training. [Read more…] about How Do Cloud LMS Tools Enhance Corporate Training?

Humanoid robots forecast to see ‘14-fold market expansion in five years’

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The global market for humanoid robots, widely categorized as “embodied AI”, is projected to grow rapidly over the next 10 years – and is expected to see a ‘14-fold market expansion in five years’ , according to IDTechEx. 

This surge is fueled by major players like Tesla and BYD, who plan to expand humanoid deployment in their factories more than tenfold between 2025 and 2026, aiming for over 25 percent cost reduction per humanoid robot.

With 2025 seen as the industry’s take-off year, IDTechEx anticipates the market for humanoid robot sensory components, including LiDAR, encoders, torque sensors, 6-axis sensors, IMUs, MEMS sensors, and cameras, to reach approximately $10 billion within 10 years. [Read more…] about Humanoid robots forecast to see ‘14-fold market expansion in five years’

The Construct launches ‘intensive hands-on training’ for Unitree humanoid robot

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The Construct, a Spanish robotics education company celebrated for its innovative, browser-based simulation platform, is bringing theory to life with a new, intensive training course focused on programming the Unitree Robotics G1 humanoid robot.

The exclusive three-day, onsite event will be held in Barcelona from October 15-17, 2025.

Known for making complex robotics development more accessible through its online simulation environment, The Construct is now offering a rare opportunity for direct, hands-on experience with one of the industry’s emerging humanoid platforms. [Read more…] about The Construct launches ‘intensive hands-on training’ for Unitree humanoid robot