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IntuiCell unveils ‘world’s first’ digital intelligence that learns like a human brain

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IntuiCell, a Nordic deep-tech startup at the forefront of blending neuroscience and AI innovation, is announcing a world-first scientific and technological milestone: the development of digital intelligence capable of real-world, real-time learning.

This breakthrough by Intuicell, a spin-out of Sweden’s Lund University, marks a paradigm shift in its field: moving beyond static machine learning models (the mainstay of traditional AI) to a fully functional “digital nervous system” capable of scaling naturally to human-level intelligence.

Earlier this month, IntuiCell released the first video footage of an off-the-shelf robot quadruped (with no pre-programmed intelligence or instructions) which the company has augmented with a digital nervous system. [Read more…] about IntuiCell unveils ‘world’s first’ digital intelligence that learns like a human brain

Lab0 hires directors from Amazon Robotics and U-Haul

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Lab0, a robotics and automation company, has appointed Jim Grogan and Kelly Riedel to its board of directors.

With deep expertise in corporate governance, automation, and logistics, these industry veterans will help guide Lab0’s strategic direction as it scales innovation in AI-driven warehouse automation and autonomous logistics.

Lab0 has established its board of directors to guide its next phase of growth and innovation in robotics automation. [Read more…] about Lab0 hires directors from Amazon Robotics and U-Haul

Opinion: How co-ordinated multi-robot systems are transforming EV battery swapping

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As electric vehicles transform our transportation landscape, the demand for innovative charging solutions grows. Battery swapping – where depleted batteries are quickly replaced with fully charged ones – offers a compelling alternative to traditional charging.

Yet, this seemingly straightforward concept requires sophisticated engineering behind the scenes. The complexity extends beyond what single-robot automation can effectively handle, pushing the industry toward coordinated multi-robot systems that work in concert to achieve what individual robots cannot.

Single robots have revolutionized many industries but face significant limitations with multi-stage operations. [Read more…] about Opinion: How co-ordinated multi-robot systems are transforming EV battery swapping

Cyngn signs contract to provide its tugger to another automotive supplier

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Cyngn says it will be installing its DriveMod Tugger at a “global Fortune 500 automotive supplier”. The company says this milestone highlights its “growing proven ability to meet the unique demands of the automotive manufacturing industry and deliver innovative autonomous vehicle solutions”. 

The automotive supplier company – whose name is withheld for confidentiality – intends to integrate DriveMod Tuggers to automate the transfer of finished goods.

Cyngn’s solutions continue to provide value within the sector, with this announcement building on the company’s prior commercial contract with a separate, major manufacturer in the automotive service equipment space and a letter of intent that was signed in Q4. [Read more…] about Cyngn signs contract to provide its tugger to another automotive supplier

Dane Technologies and Brain Corp launch new inventory scanning robot

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Dane Technologies, a manufacturer of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and power assist solutions, and Brain Corp, a provider of software for robots, have launched the Dane AiR DC, an autonomous mobile robot built to “revolutionize inventory management within distribution centers and warehouses”. 

Engineered to deliver inventory visibility with unmatched speed, accuracy, and efficiency, the Dane AiR DC provides a smart, scalable solution for inventory management.

The manual inventory process used in distribution centers, warehouses, or manufacturing environments can be time-consuming, expensive, and prone to error. [Read more…] about Dane Technologies and Brain Corp launch new inventory scanning robot

Honeywell to power Corvus Robotics drones to automate inventory tracking in warehouses

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Honeywell has launched its SwiftDecoder barcode-decoding software will be integrated into Corvus Robotics’ self-flying inventory drones.

This pioneering solution will be used within warehouses and distribution centers (DCs) to make the process of tracking rapidly changing inventory quicker and more accurate for retailers, distributors and manufacturers at the case – and pallet-level.

Honeywell’s creation of supply chain solutions that can automate processes for greater accuracy and more efficient use of scarce labor resources supports its alignment of its portfolio with several compelling megatrends including automation. [Read more…] about Honeywell to power Corvus Robotics drones to automate inventory tracking in warehouses

MiR makes its mobile robots compatible with others

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Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), a leading manufacturer of collaborative autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), today announced the MiR VDA 5050 Adapter that bridges the company’s AMRs with VDA 5050-compatible third-party fleet management systems.

By simplifying integration to third-party systems, this new software adapter enables interoperability for warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities seeking a standardized approach to managing diverse heritage robot fleets, reducing integration complexities, and improving operational efficiency.

Initiated by the German Automotive Industry Association (VDA) and the VDMA Material Handling and Intralogistics Association, the VDA 5050 standard enables communication between multiple AMR robot types from various suppliers using a common control system. [Read more…] about MiR makes its mobile robots compatible with others

BlueBotics unveils new asset tracing and transport flow system

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Autonomous navigation and fleet management software provider BlueBotics – whose ANT navigation technology drives over 6,000 AGVs and AMRs around the world – has launched ANT locator, a new and “highly flexible” vehicle tracking and mixed fleet management solution that will be commercially available from June 2025.

Dr Nicola Tomatis, CEO of BlueBotics, says: “Based on our proven vehicle positioning technology, ANT locator allows companies to understand exactly where their forklifts are, and therefore where their pallets are too, whether inside or outdoors.

“ANT locator also addresses an evolving challenge for internal logistics teams: how to ensure effective interactions between manual forklifts and driverless AGVs and AMRs, by enabling traffic light systems for mixed vehicle types, smart interactions in pre-defined zones, and the integrated monitoring of all vehicles.” [Read more…] about BlueBotics unveils new asset tracing and transport flow system

Siemens showcases Simatic Robot Pick AI Pro at Logimat

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Siemens has presented its new developments in industrial automation and digitalization for the intralogistics industry at the recent Logimat event.

Faced with global challenges like labor shortages, growing sustainability requirements, and demographic change, the technology company is introducing innovative automation and digitalization solutions that increase efficiency, adaptability, and sustainability in intralogistics.

With Simatic Robot Pick AI Pro, an industrial vision AI for the development of AI-supported picking robots, Siemens demonstrates in a highlight showcase how the combination of software-defined and data-driven automation creates more adaptability and flexibility in automation solutions in order to overcome the challenges and complexity of today’s intralogistics and to offer future-proof solutions. [Read more…] about Siemens showcases Simatic Robot Pick AI Pro at Logimat

‘Connected, smart factories are crucial’ to automotive manufacturing in the future, says ABB

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ABB Robotics’ third Automotive Manufacturing Outlook Survey, in partnership with Automotive Manufacturing Solutions magazine, has highlighted how moving to the “smart factory” is viewed as a critical next step by global manufacturers and major suppliers.

A smart factory is generally understood to be a highly digitized and connected manufacturing facility that uses interconnected systems, machinery, and data to improve production processes and enable better decision-making, as well as greater flexibility or change of use to make different products.

Joerg Reger, managing director of ABB Robotics automotive business line, says: “Automotive manufacturers are acutely aware that advanced robotics, Artificial Intelligence and digital twinning technology are positive drivers of change. [Read more…] about ‘Connected, smart factories are crucial’ to automotive manufacturing in the future, says ABB