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Orbbec unveils ‘stereo vision 3D camera’ for mobile robots and robotic arms

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Orbbec, a developer of 3D vision systems, has launched the Gemini 335Lg Stereo Vision 3D Camera at ROSCon 2024.

As the latest addition to the Gemini 330 series, the Gemini 335Lg utilizes advanced Gigabit Multimedia Serial Link 2 (GMSL2) and a Fakra connector, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in fulfillment centers, warehouses, and factories, as well as for robotic arms in complex tasks such as bin-picking and palletizing/de-palletizing.

The Gemini 330 series offers versatile 3D solutions, focusing on AMRs and robotic arms. These cameras operate in both passive and active laser-illuminated modes, ensuring high-quality depth and RGB output in challenging indoor and outdoor lighting conditions. [Read more…] about Orbbec unveils ‘stereo vision 3D camera’ for mobile robots and robotic arms

Eclipse Foundation releases new communications protocol for robotics

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The Eclipse Foundation, an open source foundation which has a widely used integrated development environment (IDE), has released Eclipse Zenoh 1.0.0, a “breakthrough” open source protocol that integrates communication, storage, and computation in embedded systems and across cloud platforms.

This milestone release builds on years of development and real-world deployment experience, delivering new features tailored for developers and engineers in robotics, automotive, and broader edge and IoT sectors.

Mike Milinkovich, executive director of the Eclipse Foundation, says: “Eclipse Zenoh has proven to be a valuable protocol for innovative robotics and automotive applications, and with this release, we expect that trajectory to accelerate. [Read more…] about Eclipse Foundation releases new communications protocol for robotics

Doosan Robotics to showcase ‘revolutionary high payload cobots’ at Pack Expo

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Doosan Robotics, a collaborative cobot maker, is set to demonstrate the versatility and wide range of applications of its collaborative robots at Pack Expo 2024.

At this year’s show, Doosan will present its cutting-edge cobot solutions at several partner booths, highlighting its technology’s versatility and transformative impact on the packaging industry.

Pack Expo is the premier event for the packaging industry, bringing together professionals worldwide to explore the latest innovations in packaging technology. The event takes place November 3-6, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. [Read more…] about Doosan Robotics to showcase ‘revolutionary high payload cobots’ at Pack Expo

Simbe Robotics raises $50 million in Series C funding

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Simbe Robotics, a provider of store intelligence solutions, has closed a $50 million Series C equity financing round led by Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives, with participation from Eclipse and Valo Ventures and other existing investors.

Since raising its Series B in July 2023, Simbe has achieved significant momentum and milestones such as introducing multiple capabilities and securing numerous new and expanded partnerships across various retail sectors.

The new capital, which brings the total amount raised by Simbe to over $100 million, will be used to meet surging demand for retail technology across retail verticals, expand into new product areas, and continue scaling its best-in-class solutions to retailers and brands around the world. [Read more…] about Simbe Robotics raises $50 million in Series C funding

EDP tests construction of its first solar park with Comau automation technology

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This is the first time worldwide that the technological solution, based on robotics and advanced computing, developed by Comau, has been tested in real installation conditions in an EDP solar park.

EDP, a global company in the renewable energy sector, will test the construction of its first photovoltaic solar park under real life installation conditions on a large scale with the automation technology Hyperflex.

The project, named AutoPV, is located in Peñaflor, Valladolid, Spain and will use automated solutions in 3MW of the total 122MW of installed capacity, through a robotic solution. [Read more…] about EDP tests construction of its first solar park with Comau automation technology

Robotics Plus showcases multi-use autonomous vehicle for orchards and vineyards

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New Zealand-based agritech company Robotics Plus showcased its autonomous, multi-use, hybrid vehicle for agriculture – Prospr – at the recent FIRA USA event.

Designed to carry out a variety of orchard and vineyard crop tasks more efficiently and sustainably while reducing reliance on labor, Prospr was launched last year at FIRA, an event dedicated to autonomous agriculture and agricultural robotics solutions.

Prospr is already transforming orchard and vineyard operations in the US, Australia and New Zealand. [Read more…] about Robotics Plus showcases multi-use autonomous vehicle for orchards and vineyards

Sabanto unveils ‘revolutionary’ autonomous farm vehicle at industry event

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Sabanto, a provider of autonomous agriculture technology, has showcased its “cutting-edge” Sabanto Steward autonomous farm vehicle at FIRA USA 2024, the premier event for autonomous farming and agricultural robotics solutions, which took place recently in Woodland, California.

Sabanto Steward is an innovative retrofit kit designed to add autonomous functionality to existing tractors without compromising their manual operation. Farmers can seamlessly transition between autonomy mode and standard operator mode with a simple switch.

This advanced yet user-friendly technology is engineered to save time, reduce costs, and increase precision in the field, offering a significant leap forward in farm management. [Read more…] about Sabanto unveils ‘revolutionary’ autonomous farm vehicle at industry event

European Space Agency to test animal brain autonomy for future space missions

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Opteran works with Airbus to show how nature can revolutionize space robotics

Opteran, which describes itself as ‘the natural intelligence company”, says that Airbus Defence and Space, with support from European Space Agency (ESA) and the UK Space Agency, will test the Opteran Mind, its general purpose neuromorphic software, in Airbus space rovers.

Opteran believes nature offers a more efficient, robust solution for autonomy in space robotics which will enable new mission capabilities for future Mars missions and other space exploration projects.

Based on over a decade of research into animal and insect vision, navigation and decision-making, Opteran is conducting tests with Airbus at its Mars Yard to enable rovers to understand depth perception in the toughest off-world environments.

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10 Best Ways to Keep Your Data Safe in the Age of Automation

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With automation slowly making its way into more aspects of our everyday lives, it’s become more important than ever to secure our personal and business data.

That’s because the systems that run automated solutions often collect, analyze, and even act on large amounts of data, which exposes users to risks such as data breaches, identity theft, and cyber theft.

However, users can safeguard their data by taking a proactive approach that includes using various protective technologies and abiding by digital best practices. [Read more…] about 10 Best Ways to Keep Your Data Safe in the Age of Automation

Nvidia unveils generative AI tools, simulation and perception workflows for robotics development

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Nvidia has unveiled a range of updates to its offerings to the robotics industry, unveiling them at ROSCon 2024 with the aim of accelerating the development of AI-powered robot arms and autonomous mobile robots expecially.

At ROSCon in Odense, one of Denmark’s oldest cities and a hub of automation, Nvidia and its robotics ecosystem partners announced generative AI tools, simulation, and perception workflows for Robot Operating System (ROS) developers.

Among the reveals were new generative AI nodes and workflows for ROS developers deploying to the Nvidia Jetson platform for edge AI and robotics. [Read more…] about Nvidia unveils generative AI tools, simulation and perception workflows for robotics development