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Sam Francis

World’s tallest 3D-printed tower unveiled in Swiss Alps

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A new architectural marvel, the Tor Alva, or “White Tower”, was inaugurated this week in the remote Swiss alpine village of Mulegns.

Standing at an impressive 30 meters (approximately 98 feet), it claims the title of the world’s tallest 3D-printed structure.

The project is a significant step in showcasing the potential of digital fabrication techniques in construction, particularly for creating load-bearing structures without the need for traditional formwork. [Read more…] about World’s tallest 3D-printed tower unveiled in Swiss Alps

Dürr delivers 19,000th robot to Chinese automaker BYD’s first European plant

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Dürr says its 19,000th painting robot will be delivered to BYD’s first European plant in Szeged, Hungary.

Equipped with the high-speed EcoBell3 rotary atomiser, this robot will provide BYD with exceptional paint quality while supporting sustainable production.

BYD Auto Company Limited, a leading Chinese new energy vehicle manufacturer, is among the first Chinese car manufacturers to establish a factory in Europe. [Read more…] about Dürr delivers 19,000th robot to Chinese automaker BYD’s first European plant

Global space economy market to surpass $511 billion in 2029, forecasts GlobalData

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The global space economy market is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4 percent from $421.0 billion in 2024 to $511.2 billion in 2029, according to GlobalData, a data and analytics company.

The growth will be driven by an increase in the deployment of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, productivity improvements in satellite equipment manufacturing, the competitive launch services landscape, and demand for services around data communications, navigation, and Earth observation.

GlobalData’s latest Strategic Intelligence report, “The Space Economy” reveals that space applications, which include satellite communications, navigation, and Earth observation, is the largest segment of the space economy and will grow at a CAGR of 2.9 percent to reach $334.8 billion by 2029. [Read more…] about Global space economy market to surpass $511 billion in 2029, forecasts GlobalData

Omron’s Stuttgart Automation Center wins 2025 iF Design Award

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Omron has been awarded the 2025 iF Design Award for its newly opened Automation Center (ATC) in Stuttgart, Germany. The center, which opened in April 2025, serves as a collaborative facility where Omron works with customers to develop advanced manufacturing solutions.

This marks the second time Omron has received an iF Design Award for one of its permanent facilities. The first was awarded in 2021 for the company’s ATC in Tokyo.

Organized by the iF International Forum Design GmbH in Hannover, the iF Design Award is one of the most established international design competitions. [Read more…] about Omron’s Stuttgart Automation Center wins 2025 iF Design Award

Doosan Robotics intensifies humanoid development in AI-driven strategic shift

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Collaborative robot specialist Doosan Robotics is significantly escalating its focus on humanoid robot development, marking 2025 as a pivotal year for an AI-centered strategic transformation.

The company is channelling investment into creating “practical humanoids” capable of performing complex tasks efficiently, alongside launching new “intelligent robot solutions”.

At a recent company-wide town hall meeting, CEO Kevin Kim announced a strategic shift from a hardware-centric model. He emphasized that Doosan Robotics aims to “deliver results this year through talent acquisition, organizational restructuring, and M&A” to spearhead innovation in intelligent robotics and humanoid technologies. [Read more…] about Doosan Robotics intensifies humanoid development in AI-driven strategic shift

Apple reportedly exploring new human-robot training method using Vision Pro

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Apple is investigating a more effective way to train humanoid robots by incorporating human instructors alongside robot demonstrators, a novel combined strategy the company has dubbed “PH2D”, according to a report on Apple Insider.

This development was detailed in a research paper published on Wednesday, just a week after the tech giant unveiled its Matrix3D and StreamBridge AI models, signaling a continued push into artificial intelligence and robotics.

The research paper, titled “Humanoid Policy ~ Human Policy”, addresses the shortcomings of conventional robot-training techniques and puts forward a new, scalable, and cost-effective solution. [Read more…] about Apple reportedly exploring new human-robot training method using Vision Pro

Renowned futurist Ray Kurzweil reportedly raising $100 million to build humanoid robots

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Beyond Imagination, a humanoid robot startup co-founded by acclaimed inventor and futurist Dr Ray Kurzweil, is reportedly in discussions to secure a significant $100 million investment, according to a report on the Reuters website.

The news agency, citing sources familiar with the matter, indicated that these talks are for a Series B funding round.

While the specific investors have not been publicly disclosed in the initial Reuters report, such a substantial investment would mark a significant step forward for the company operating in the burgeoning field of advanced robotics. [Read more…] about Renowned futurist Ray Kurzweil reportedly raising $100 million to build humanoid robots

ABB and Red Hat extend partnership to develop automation systems for industrial IT

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ABB and Red Hat have extended their collaboration to develop automation systems for the future of industrial IT, enabling more secure and modular deployment of control applications for process industries.

The collaboration builds on ABB’s automation leadership and Red Hat’s industry-leading enterprise open source platforms, combining industrial innovation and digital capabilities – including data analytics and artificial intelligence – to help pave the way towards autonomous operations.

ABB’s process automation system architecture consists of two interconnected yet distinct environments: a robust and secure control environment that helps ensure stable, real-time management of critical processes, and a digital environment designed for flexible and scalable introduction of digital solutions. [Read more…] about ABB and Red Hat extend partnership to develop automation systems for industrial IT

Lincoln Electric introduces ‘hood’ system for fume extraction in robotic work areas

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Lincoln Electric has launched its Prism Robotic Line Hood, a fume extraction hood designed for large-scale automated production lines and large manual cutting areas.

The Prism Robotic Line Hood is engineered to fit specific dimensions and can accommodate unique workspace configurations.

The Prism Robotic Line Hood is our most cost-effective solution for large production lines with three or more robotic arms and can be customized for up to 30 arms. [Read more…] about Lincoln Electric introduces ‘hood’ system for fume extraction in robotic work areas

Seegrid claims ‘major leap forward in autonomous forklift technology’

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Seegrid, a developer of autonomous mobile robots for material handling, has unveiled what it describes as “a major leap forward in autonomous forklift technology”.

The company is expanding its focus on “payload versatility” as it targets more complex applications in manufacturing and logistics environments.

The “major leap” Seegrid refers to is its forklifts’ ability now to accommodate or handle payloads that are awkward sizes or shapes – up to 62 x 96, 96 x 78, and 96 x 96 inches. [Read more…] about Seegrid claims ‘major leap forward in autonomous forklift technology’