Regal Rexnord has joined forces with automation giant ABB Robotics to simplify integration of its GoFa cobots into 7th Axis Cobot Transfer Units (CTUs) from Thomson, one of Regal Rexnord’s linear … [Read More...] about Regal Rexnord partners with ABB for ‘seamless integration of cobot seventh axes’
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Regal Rexnord partners with ABB for ‘seamless integration of cobot seventh axes’
Tata Technologies to acquire ES-Tec Group for €75 million
Tata Technologies, a product engineering and digital services company, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent equity shares of ES-Tec GmbH and its subsidiaries (collectively, … [Read More...] about Tata Technologies to acquire ES-Tec Group for €75 million
Virginia Tech opens new center to ‘shape the future of advanced manufacturing’
For years, Virginia Tech has forged its place as a powerhouse in advanced manufacturing research. With the launch of Virginia Tech Made: The Center for Advanced Manufacturing, the university welds its … [Read More...] about Virginia Tech opens new center to ‘shape the future of advanced manufacturing’
Lila Sciences raises $235 million in Series A funding to advance AI-driven scientific research
Lila Sciences has announced the completion of a $235 million Series A funding round, co-led by Braidwell and Collective Global. The round also included participation from Altitude Life Science … [Read More...] about Lila Sciences raises $235 million in Series A funding to advance AI-driven scientific research
Spike Dynamics open-sources micro linear piezo actuators that enable ‘muscle-like movement’
Spike Dynamics, an innovator in advanced actuation technology, announces the open release of its linear piezo actuators, which the company describes as “a breakthrough designed to mimic natural muscle … [Read More...] about Spike Dynamics open-sources micro linear piezo actuators that enable ‘muscle-like movement’
Manufacturing
Virginia Tech opens new center to ‘shape the future of advanced manufacturing’
For years, Virginia Tech has forged its place as a powerhouse in advanced manufacturing research. With the launch of Virginia Tech Made: The Center for Advanced Manufacturing, the university welds its … [Read More...] about Virginia Tech opens new center to ‘shape the future of advanced manufacturing’
$50 million funding sparks ‘manufacturing technology breakthroughs’ in Ontario
Companies in four key sectors of Ontario’s economy – advanced manufacturing, agri-food, mining and construction – have been given a significant boost, thanks to a $50 million funding and support … [Read More...] about $50 million funding sparks ‘manufacturing technology breakthroughs’ in Ontario
Hanwha to invest $5 billion into shipbuilding in Philadelphia
Hanwha Group has announced a $5 billion infrastructure plan for Hanwha Philly Shipyard as part of South Korea’s commitment to supporting growth of the US shipbuilding industry through a $150 billion … [Read More...] about Hanwha to invest $5 billion into shipbuilding in Philadelphia
Foundation Alloy and Re:Build Manufacturing form engineering partnership to ‘fast-track scale-up and automation’
Foundation Alloy, an advanced-materials company that says it is “reinventing metals production for US industry”, is excited to announce a strategic collaboration with Re:Build Manufacturing. The … [Read More...] about Foundation Alloy and Re:Build Manufacturing form engineering partnership to ‘fast-track scale-up and automation’
Toto opens $224 million manufacturing facility in Georgia to ‘increase luxury toilet production capacity by 150 percent’
Toto, one of the world's leading plumbing manufacturers with over $5.34 billion in annual sales, has opened a $224 million state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Morrow, Georgia. The new … [Read More...] about Toto opens $224 million manufacturing facility in Georgia to ‘increase luxury toilet production capacity by 150 percent’
Industrial robots
Dürr builds automotive paint shop for Volkswagen plant in Mexico
Dürr has built a paint shop designed to slash CO2 emissions at one of the Volkswagen Group’s largest manufacturing facilities. The plant in Puebla, Mexico, was inaugurated in January 2025. The … [Read More...] about Dürr builds automotive paint shop for Volkswagen plant in Mexico
Universal Robots selects Technicon as solutions partner in pharmaceuticals
Universal Robots, the world’s largest collaborative robot company and a part of Teradyne Robotics, has selected its long-time partner Technicon, an automation company based in the Nordics, as its UR … [Read More...] about Universal Robots selects Technicon as solutions partner in pharmaceuticals
Selecting Industrial SCARA Robots: Criteria and Recommendations
In today's competitive manufacturing landscape, SCARA robots have emerged as the backbone of modern production automation. These versatile machines are transforming everything from electronics … [Read More...] about Selecting Industrial SCARA Robots: Criteria and Recommendations
Fanuc receives ‘major robot order’ from luxury automotive manufacturer
Fanuc, the world’s largest industrial robot manufacturer, says it has received a “significant order” to supply a state-of-the-art paint system, including paint robots and advanced application … [Read More...] about Fanuc receives ‘major robot order’ from luxury automotive manufacturer
Delta Electronics unveils new collaborative robots at Automation Taipei
Delta Electronics has unveiled new smart manufacturing solutions at Automation Taipei 2025, including the Asian debut of its collaborative robots (cobots) and AI cognitive module, which enable … [Read More...] about Delta Electronics unveils new collaborative robots at Automation Taipei
Agriculture
Agricultural robots: Precision farming and autonomous harvesting
The latest in robotic solutions for planting, monitoring, spraying, and harvesting crops to improve yields and sustainability Amid rising labor shortages, mounting input costs, and pressure to … [Read More...] about Agricultural robots: Precision farming and autonomous harvesting
Saga Robotics raises $11.2 million to commercialize its agricultural robot
Saga Robotics, the company behind Thorvald, the robotic platform for growing and harvesting grapevine and strawberries, has raised $11.2 million in equity capital to scale its commercial operations in … [Read More...] about Saga Robotics raises $11.2 million to commercialize its agricultural robot
Lely launches three new robotic solutions for milking cows
Lely has launched three new robotic solutions for milking cows. Both Astronaut A5 Next and Astronaut Max build on the success of the Astronaut A5 milking robot. In addition, the Lely Hub was also … [Read More...] about Lely launches three new robotic solutions for milking cows
4AG Robotics raises C$40 million Series B for its automated mushroom harvesting
4AG Robotics, a pioneer in fully autonomous mushroom harvesting, has closed its C$40 million (Canadian dollars) Series B financing. The investment round was led by Astanor and Cibus Capital, with … [Read More...] about 4AG Robotics raises C$40 million Series B for its automated mushroom harvesting
China achieves ‘97 percent mechanization rate in cotton farming’ through robotics
In China’s top cotton-growing region, Xinjiang, the path to full mechanization begins with a seed. Xinjiang, which accounts for more than 90 percent of the country’s cotton output, has surpassed a … [Read More...] about China achieves ‘97 percent mechanization rate in cotton farming’ through robotics
Construction
Construction and demolition robots: Building the future
Construction is on the cusp of transformation. Rising labor shortages, safety challenges, and cost pressures are propelling the integration of robotics into the field. As automation evolves, robots … [Read More...] about Construction and demolition robots: Building the future
Xpanner launches ‘first’ scalable physical AI-based automation solution for construction sites
Xpanner, a specialist in construction automation solutions, has launched its flagship X1 Kit, which the company describes as “the first scalable physical AI-based retrofit solution designed to … [Read More...] about Xpanner launches ‘first’ scalable physical AI-based automation solution for construction sites
Reframe Systems raises $20 million to scale prefabricated construction ‘microfactories’
Reframe Systems, a start-up utilizing physical AI to tackle the housing crisis, has raised $20 million in Series A funding co-led by Eclipse and VoLo Earth Ventures with support from MassMutual … [Read More...] about Reframe Systems raises $20 million to scale prefabricated construction ‘microfactories’
ABB and Cosmic use AI-powered robots to rebuild Los Angeles homes destroyed by wildfires
ABB Robotics says it is “enabling faster, safer and more cost-effective rebuilding” in areas devastated by the 2025 Southern Californian wildfires through a collaboration with Cosmic Buildings, a … [Read More...] about ABB and Cosmic use AI-powered robots to rebuild Los Angeles homes destroyed by wildfires
Bedrock Robotics raises $80 million to commercialize its construction technology
Bedrock Robotics, the company developing advanced autonomous systems for the $13 trillion global construction industry, emerged from stealth today with $80 million in Seed and Series A … [Read More...] about Bedrock Robotics raises $80 million to commercialize its construction technology
Design
Formula 1 racing organizer selects Siemens as official digital twin sponsor
Siemens Digital Industries Software has been selected by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) as “Official Digital Twin Sponsor”, as the global governing body for motor sport and … [Read More...] about Formula 1 racing organizer selects Siemens as official digital twin sponsor
Robotics survey highlights autonomy, digital twins, humanoids and ethics as key 2025 trends
A new survey of more than 200 robotics product developers and industrial designers suggests the industry is at a turning point, with advances in autonomy, digital twins and humanoid robots balanced … [Read More...] about Robotics survey highlights autonomy, digital twins, humanoids and ethics as key 2025 trends
What is Ideogram AI and How Does It Transform Visual Content Creation?
In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, one of the most groundbreaking technologies is AI-powered image generation. Ideogram AI is at the forefront of this revolution, offering … [Read More...] about What is Ideogram AI and How Does It Transform Visual Content Creation?
Apple ‘tabletop robot’ rumored for 2027: Is this a turning point – or yet more hype?
A spate of new rumors and leaks suggest that iPhone and Mac behemoth Apple is preparing for a new chapter in its history, shifting from decades of producing stationary devices paired with proprietary … [Read More...] about Apple ‘tabletop robot’ rumored for 2027: Is this a turning point – or yet more hype?
Google DeepMind releases new world model with ‘vast space’ to train robots and autonomous systems
Google DeepMind has unveiled Genie 3, the latest version of its generative world model, describing it as a step forward in creating more intelligent and adaptable simulation environments – including … [Read More...] about Google DeepMind releases new world model with ‘vast space’ to train robots and autonomous systems
Humanoids
Nexcom to launch ‘safety-centric humanoid robot controller’
Nexcom has unveiled the MARS400 T10, a humanoid robot controller designed with Nvidia Jetson Thor, at the recent Taiwan Automation Intelligence and Robot Show. The controller integrates AI … [Read More...] about Nexcom to launch ‘safety-centric humanoid robot controller’
PAL Robotics brings TIAGo Pro and Kangaroo to Asia
PAL Robotics, a pioneer in humanoid and service robotics, is taking part in two of the most important robotics events in Asia this fall: the 8th Conference on Robot Learning (CoRL 2025) from September … [Read More...] about PAL Robotics brings TIAGo Pro and Kangaroo to Asia
After doing the laundry, Figure AI humanoid robot loads the dishwasher
Helix, humanoid robotics specialist Figure AI’s Vision Language Action (VLA) model, has shown it can “adapt to dramatically different real-world challenges with nothing more than new data”. After … [Read More...] about After doing the laundry, Figure AI humanoid robot loads the dishwasher
Techman Robot unveils humanoid prototype, aims for 2026 launch
Techman Robot, a maker of collaborative robotic arms and a subsidiary of Taiwan’s Quanta Computer, has unveiled its first humanoid robot prototype, the TM Xplore I, and plans to bring it to market in … [Read More...] about Techman Robot unveils humanoid prototype, aims for 2026 launch
Unitree dominates inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games with four gold medals
Unitree Robotics has emerged as the standout performer at the inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games (WHRG) in Beijing, taking home four gold medals across some of the event’s most competitive … [Read More...] about Unitree dominates inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games with four gold medals
Features
Bridging the gap: Integrating AMRs in brownfield manufacturing environments
By Saurabh Chandra, founder and CEO at Ati Motors Modernizing legacy spaces with infrastructure-free, autonomous material movement In the race to automate, many manufacturers find themselves … [Read More...] about Bridging the gap: Integrating AMRs in brownfield manufacturing environments
ETH Zurich researchers develop biohybrid system that mimics bone-muscle interface
Researchers at the Soft Robotics Lab at ETH Zurich have developed a biohybrid system that mimics the biological interface between bones and muscles, enabling improved force transmission. This … [Read More...] about ETH Zurich researchers develop biohybrid system that mimics bone-muscle interface
Honeywell introduces all-in-one battery energy storage automation platform
Honeywell has introduced Honeywell Ionic Modular All-in-One, a compact, end-to-end battery energy storage system (BESS) designed for the commercial and industrial segments. By combining flexible … [Read More...] about Honeywell introduces all-in-one battery energy storage automation platform
Qatar Airways and Cainiao expand strategic partnership to power global e-commerce
Qatar Airways Cargo, the world’s leading international air cargo carrier, and Cainiao, one of China’s largest e-commerce logistics companies, have officially launched an expanded strategic partnership … [Read More...] about Qatar Airways and Cainiao expand strategic partnership to power global e-commerce
Formula 1 racing organizer selects Siemens as official digital twin sponsor
Siemens Digital Industries Software has been selected by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) as “Official Digital Twin Sponsor”, as the global governing body for motor sport and … [Read More...] about Formula 1 racing organizer selects Siemens as official digital twin sponsor
Logistics
Qatar Airways and Cainiao expand strategic partnership to power global e-commerce
Qatar Airways Cargo, the world’s leading international air cargo carrier, and Cainiao, one of China’s largest e-commerce logistics companies, have officially launched an expanded strategic partnership … [Read More...] about Qatar Airways and Cainiao expand strategic partnership to power global e-commerce
Serve Robotics adds Voysys teleoperation technology to its delivery robots
Serve Robotics, an autonomous sidewalk robotic delivery company, has announced its acquisition of the assets of Phantom Auto and its subsidiary, Voysys, a Swedish pioneer in ultra-low latency video … [Read More...] about Serve Robotics adds Voysys teleoperation technology to its delivery robots
Exotec partners with ILS Logistics to install Skypod warehouse robotic system across 12 sites
The automated intralogistics systems will supply ILS’ sites in Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Ukraine and Czech Republic – all of which will support ambitious growth plans Exotec, a warehouse … [Read More...] about Exotec partners with ILS Logistics to install Skypod warehouse robotic system across 12 sites
DHL Supply Chain breaks ground on giant logistics center in Japan
DHL Supply Chain Japan will commence construction of its new logistics center dedicated to the semiconductor industry in Chitose City, Hokkaido. A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the construction … [Read More...] about DHL Supply Chain breaks ground on giant logistics center in Japan
Robomart’s new autonomous vehicle challenges human delivery workers with $3 flat fee
A new autonomous vehicle from startup Robomart is set to challenge food delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats with a flat $3 delivery fee, no hidden charges, and a multi-order … [Read More...] about Robomart’s new autonomous vehicle challenges human delivery workers with $3 flat fee
Autonomous Vehicles
Zoox launches public robotaxi service in Las Vegas
Zoox has officially launched its autonomous ride-hailing service to the public in Las Vegas, making it the first company to provide rides in a purpose-built, fully autonomous robotaxi. The service … [Read More...] about Zoox launches public robotaxi service in Las Vegas
Roush delivers first Kodiak Driver-equipped autonomous truck
Kodiak Robotics, a provider of AI-powered autonomous vehicle technology, and Roush Industries, a product development supplier serving the mobility, aerospace, defense, and theme park industries, say … [Read More...] about Roush delivers first Kodiak Driver-equipped autonomous truck
Toray and T2 launch autonomous truck trial for petrochemical transport
Toray Industries and Tokyo-based T2 are set to begin a long-haul autonomous truck trial on part of an expressway connecting eastern and western Japan. This effort will test whether deploying T2’s … [Read More...] about Toray and T2 launch autonomous truck trial for petrochemical transport
QCraft sets up European headquarters and partners with Qualcomm
QCraft has announced plans to establish its European headquarters in Germany and formed a partnership with Qualcomm, marking what the company calls its official entry into the European and global … [Read More...] about QCraft sets up European headquarters and partners with Qualcomm
Micropolis Robotics expands into Egypt and North Africa through distribution deal with Aerxio
Micropolis Robotics, a developer of unmanned ground vehicles and AI-driven security solutions, has agreed an exclusive distribution agreement with Aerxio, a UAE-based technology solutions provider, … [Read More...] about Micropolis Robotics expands into Egypt and North Africa through distribution deal with Aerxio
Artificial intelligence
Natural language processing and voice control for robots: The conversational robot
Robots are steadily becoming easier to interact with. For decades, programming a robot meant learning a proprietary interface or mastering complex code. Now, thanks to advances in natural language … [Read More...] about Natural language processing and voice control for robots: The conversational robot
More than half of developers say ‘LLMs can code better than humans’
A survey of 800 senior developers reveals rapid adoption of AI tools, but concerns remain around privacy, job loss, and accuracy. With large language models (LLMs) rapidly becoming an unavoidable … [Read More...] about More than half of developers say ‘LLMs can code better than humans’
Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute demonstrate humanoid robot powered by ‘large behaviour model’
Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) have released details of what they describe as “a big step forward in robotics and artificial intelligence research”: demonstrating a Large Behavior … [Read More...] about Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute demonstrate humanoid robot powered by ‘large behaviour model’
IAB report: 9 out of 10 advertisers now using AI for video ads
AI-powered videos are ‘outperforming million-dollar ad campaigns’, according to a new report by the Internet Advertising Bureau According to the the Internet Advertising Bureau’s 2025 Digital Video … [Read More...] about IAB report: 9 out of 10 advertisers now using AI for video ads
How to Prep Your Factory for AI-Powered Robotics
AI-driven robotics can revolutionize production efficiency when implemented correctly. The challenge is reaching this point without encountering one of the many obstacles that lie in your path. To … [Read More...] about How to Prep Your Factory for AI-Powered Robotics
Computing
Eviden launches ‘Europe’s most powerful supercomputer’
Eviden, the Atos Group business unit specializing in advanced computing, says its in-house-built Jupiter Booster – a partition designed for large-scale simulations and AI training – has been … [Read More...] about Eviden launches ‘Europe’s most powerful supercomputer’
Honeywell raises $600 million for ‘developer of the world’s highest-performing quantum computer’
Honeywell has announced an approximately $600 million equity capital raise for Quantinuum, developer of what the companies say is “the world's highest-performing quantum computer”, at a pre-money … [Read More...] about Honeywell raises $600 million for ‘developer of the world’s highest-performing quantum computer’
Nvidia launches new developer kit for autonomous vehicle developers
As autonomous vehicle systems rapidly grow in complexity, equipped with reasoning vision language action models, generative AI and advanced sensor technologies, developers need tools that are … [Read More...] about Nvidia launches new developer kit for autonomous vehicle developers
Kodiak Robotics integrates NXP chips into its autonomous truck technologies
Kodiak Robotics, a provider of AI-powered autonomous vehicle technology, and NXP Semiconductors have announced that Kodiak has integrated NXP’s automotive processors and in-vehicle networking … [Read More...] about Kodiak Robotics integrates NXP chips into its autonomous truck technologies
Infineon to enable humanoid robots with ‘precise motion and efficiency’ with Nvidia technology
Infineon Technologies, one the world’s largest suppliers of chips to the automotive industry, is accelerating the development of humanoid robotics with Nvidia technology. This integration combines … [Read More...] about Infineon to enable humanoid robots with ‘precise motion and efficiency’ with Nvidia technology
Drones
LAPP ‘cuts labor and boosts accuracy’ with autonomous drone inventory solution
Corvus Robotics, a provider of autonomous inventory management, says LAPP USA has deployed the Corvus One system at its 134,000-square-foot facility in Brownsburg, Indiana. LAPP, a global provider … [Read More...] about LAPP ‘cuts labor and boosts accuracy’ with autonomous drone inventory solution
DoorDash and Flytrex launch drone delivery in Dallas-Fort Worth
DoorDash and Flytrex have launched their drone delivery service in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, expanding upon a successful pilot program. Customers in parts of Little Elm and Frisco can now … [Read More...] about DoorDash and Flytrex launch drone delivery in Dallas-Fort Worth
Arrive AI partners with Skye Air Mobility in India
Arrive AI, an autonomous delivery network, has a new global customer: Skye Air Mobility, India’s rapidly expanding hyperlocal delivery platform. The company says the partnership marks a “pivotal … [Read More...] about Arrive AI partners with Skye Air Mobility in India
Voliro raises $23 million to develop ‘aerial robotics for infrastructure’
Voliro, a Swiss pioneer in aerial robotics – or drones, as some would call them, announced an extension of its Series A round, bringing the total raised to $23 million. Voliro’s Series A extension … [Read More...] about Voliro raises $23 million to develop ‘aerial robotics for infrastructure’
Drone delivery: Navigating the path from high-flying hype to last-mile reality
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 … [Read More...] about Drone delivery: Navigating the path from high-flying hype to last-mile reality
Energy
Honeywell introduces all-in-one battery energy storage automation platform
Honeywell has introduced Honeywell Ionic Modular All-in-One, a compact, end-to-end battery energy storage system (BESS) designed for the commercial and industrial segments. By combining flexible … [Read More...] about Honeywell introduces all-in-one battery energy storage automation platform
Borouge to test AI-powered autonomous petrochemicals operations in UAE
Borouge, a petrochemicals company that provides polyolefins solutions, is collaborating with Honeywell to conduct a proof of concept for AI-powered autonomous operations, which has the potential to … [Read More...] about Borouge to test AI-powered autonomous petrochemicals operations in UAE
The Panasonic BR-2/3AGCT4A Battery: A Key Component for Reliable Industrial Automation
In the world of industrial automation, even the smallest components can have a big impact. The Panasonic BR-2/3AGCT4A battery is one such example. Compact and often overlooked, this 6V battery … [Read More...] about The Panasonic BR-2/3AGCT4A Battery: A Key Component for Reliable Industrial Automation
Yokogawa partners with Shell on robotics and AI technology for plant maintenance
Yokogawa Electric has formalized a long-term agreement with Shell Global Solutions to integrate and further develop technologies for utilizing robots and drones in plant monitoring and … [Read More...] about Yokogawa partners with Shell on robotics and AI technology for plant maintenance
Battery storage: The missing link in the power grid
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 … [Read More...] about Battery storage: The missing link in the power grid
Warehouse robots
Bridging the gap: Integrating AMRs in brownfield manufacturing environments
By Saurabh Chandra, founder and CEO at Ati Motors Modernizing legacy spaces with infrastructure-free, autonomous material movement In the race to automate, many manufacturers find themselves … [Read More...] about Bridging the gap: Integrating AMRs in brownfield manufacturing environments
Logic unveils ‘Octopus’ overhead robot for warehouse operations
Logic, a pioneer in autonomous, data-driven logistics solutions, has launched the Octopus robot, which the company describes as “a breakthrough in warehouse automation engineered to revolutionize … [Read More...] about Logic unveils ‘Octopus’ overhead robot for warehouse operations
Exotec and E80 Group agree strategic partnership
Exotec, a warehouse robotics provider, and E80 Group, a supplier of automated and integrated end-to-end intralogistics solutions, have announced a strategic partnership. The collaboration focuses … [Read More...] about Exotec and E80 Group agree strategic partnership
Matthews Automation expands investment in Freespace Robotics with warehouse solution purchase
Freespace Robotics, a provider of autonomous storage and order fulfillment systems, says Matthews Automation Solutions, a division of Matthews International, has expanded its strategic investment in … [Read More...] about Matthews Automation expands investment in Freespace Robotics with warehouse solution purchase
Kuka launches new autonomous mobile robot platform
Kuka has expanded its autonomous mobile robot (AMR) lineup with the launch of the KMP 250P, a mobile platform designed to carry goods and components weighing up to 250 kilograms. The system, which … [Read More...] about Kuka launches new autonomous mobile robot platform
Space
Global space economy hits record $613 billion in 2024, says Space Foundation
Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, has released The Space Report 2025 Q2, revealing the global space economy reached an unprecedented … [Read More...] about Global space economy hits record $613 billion in 2024, says Space Foundation
Richtech Robotics humanoid robot ‘Adam’ appears at Space Force event
Richtech Robotics, a Nevada-based provider of AI-driven service robots, says its humanoid robot, Adam, was featured at the Legacy of Launch 75th Anniversary event, which took place on July 24, 2025 in … [Read More...] about Richtech Robotics humanoid robot ‘Adam’ appears at Space Force event
Japanese space agency awards GITAI contract to develop unique robotic arm
GITAI, a US-headquartered space robotics company, says its Japanese subsidiary, GITAI Japan, has been awarded a contract by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) to conduct a concept study for … [Read More...] about Japanese space agency awards GITAI contract to develop unique robotic arm
Why space factories may be the next industrial frontier, and who’s building them
The global space economy is growing fast, expected to surpass $511 billion by 2029, according to GlobalData. While satellite launches and communication services currently dominate that figure, a … [Read More...] about Why space factories may be the next industrial frontier, and who’s building them
Global space economy market to surpass $511 billion in 2029, forecasts GlobalData
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 … [Read More...] about Global space economy market to surpass $511 billion in 2029, forecasts GlobalData
Science
Lila Sciences raises $235 million in Series A funding to advance AI-driven scientific research
Lila Sciences has announced the completion of a $235 million Series A funding round, co-led by Braidwell and Collective Global. The round also included participation from Altitude Life Science … [Read More...] about Lila Sciences raises $235 million in Series A funding to advance AI-driven scientific research
ETH Zurich researchers develop biohybrid system that mimics bone-muscle interface
Researchers at the Soft Robotics Lab at ETH Zurich have developed a biohybrid system that mimics the biological interface between bones and muscles, enabling improved force transmission. This … [Read More...] about ETH Zurich researchers develop biohybrid system that mimics bone-muscle interface
WSU researchers design robot that can pick ‘hidden strawberries’
By Shawn Vestal, WSU News Strawberries are delicate and hard to harvest – easily bruised and often hidden under a canopy of leaves. This creates headaches for scientists trying to design robotic … [Read More...] about WSU researchers design robot that can pick ‘hidden strawberries’
Scientists discover novel kiri-origami structures to enable ‘high-performance stretchable electronics’
Researchers develop hybrid kiri-origami structures that enable the fabrication of high-performance stretchable electronics using non-stretchable materials Stretchable electronics have broad … [Read More...] about Scientists discover novel kiri-origami structures to enable ‘high-performance stretchable electronics’
Japanese scientists develop ‘quantum computer-based robot control’
The researchers say the new system enables ‘smoother, more complex movements for next-generation robots’ Scientists in Japan, working in partnership with Fujitsu, say they have developed “an … [Read More...] about Japanese scientists develop ‘quantum computer-based robot control’