Harren Group, one of Germany’s leading ship-owning and maritime logistics specialists, will partner with maritime technology pioneer Orca AI to strengthen navigational safety and operational … [Read More...] about Autonomous ship technology provider Orca AI partners with Harren Group
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Autonomous ship technology provider Orca AI partners with Harren Group
Geekplus ushers in era of ‘fully unmanned warehouses’ with launch of new robot arm picking station
Geekplus, one of the world’s largest warehouse robotics companies, has unveiled its new Robot Arm Picking Station, saying it marks “the industry’s first end-to-end unmanned picking solution”, and a … [Read More...] about Geekplus ushers in era of ‘fully unmanned warehouses’ with launch of new robot arm picking station
PepsiCo partners with Mecalux to build automated smart warehouse in Poland
PepsiCo Polska plans to open a new automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) in Grodzisk Mazowiecki, Poland, with Mecalux technology. Connected to the production area, the solution will … [Read More...] about PepsiCo partners with Mecalux to build automated smart warehouse in Poland
Grubhub expands partnership with Avride to bring autonomous delivery robots to its marketplace
Grubhub is expanding its partnership with Avride to launch a robot delivery pilot for customers ordering from Wonder’s Jersey City location. The initiative marks the first time Grubhub has offered … [Read More...] about Grubhub expands partnership with Avride to bring autonomous delivery robots to its marketplace
AutoStore launches new product portfolio for warehouse automation
AutoStore – a provider of technology-driven, intelligent order fulfillment solutions and famous for its cubic automated storage and retrieval systems – has announced the launch of its Fall 2025 … [Read More...] about AutoStore launches new product portfolio for warehouse automation
Manufacturing
Thales Alenia Space inaugurates state-of-the-art ‘Space Smart Factory’ in Rome
Thales Alenia Space has inaugurated its new “Space Smart Factory” in Rome – one of Europe’s most advanced digital and reconfigurable satellite manufacturing facilities – in a ceremony attended by … [Read More...] about Thales Alenia Space inaugurates state-of-the-art ‘Space Smart Factory’ in Rome
Lianhe Sowell signs $105 million funding deal to build AI robot manufacturing and R&D base in UAE
Lianhe Sowell International Group – also known as Sowell Robot – has signed a non-binding term sheet for $105 million in financing with Excellent Capital Investments (ECI), a European infrastructure … [Read More...] about Lianhe Sowell signs $105 million funding deal to build AI robot manufacturing and R&D base in UAE
Dover to invest $20 million to expand manufacturing operations in Virginia
Dover Food Retail, a part of Dover Corporation and a manufacturer of commercial and industrial refrigeration systems and refrigerated display cases, says it will invest over $20 million to expand its … [Read More...] about Dover to invest $20 million to expand manufacturing operations in Virginia
Truck maker Scania marks historic milestone with new €2 billion global industrial hub in China
Swedish truck maker Scania has taken what it describes as “a momentous step in its 134-year journey” by inaugurating its third global industrial hub, in China. The company says that this … [Read More...] about Truck maker Scania marks historic milestone with new €2 billion global industrial hub in China
Automotive giant Stellantis to invest historic record $13 billion to ‘grow in the United States’
Announcing the ‘largest single investment in company’s 100-year history’, Stellantis plans to expand US production by 50 percent, with five new vehicle launches and 19 product actions over next four … [Read More...] about Automotive giant Stellantis to invest historic record $13 billion to ‘grow in the United States’
Industrial robots
Yamaha Motor launches 7-axis collaborative robot with dedicated 48V controller
Yamaha Motor has released the Yamaha Motor Cobot, a new seven-axis collaborative robot designed to operate safely alongside humans. The company has also introduced a compact, dedicated controller … [Read More...] about Yamaha Motor launches 7-axis collaborative robot with dedicated 48V controller
The grand illusion: Are big profits in the industrial robotic arms market just pure fantasy now?
A recent Dürr financial statement sent a clear signal to the robotics world: even well-established players are not immune to the strain of slowing demand. Dürr cut its order-intake target for 2025 … [Read More...] about The grand illusion: Are big profits in the industrial robotic arms market just pure fantasy now?
HD Hyundai Robotics launches new industrial robot controller with ‘enhanced safety and AI integration’
HD Hyundai Robotics has launched its next-generation industrial AI robot controller, the Hi7, which the company says “significantly enhances safety, AI capabilities, and user convenience”. The … [Read More...] about HD Hyundai Robotics launches new industrial robot controller with ‘enhanced safety and AI integration’
ABB to sell its robotics division to SoftBank Group for $5.4 billion
ABB has signed an agreement to divest its robotics division to SoftBank Group for an enterprise value of $5.375 billion and not pursue its earlier intention to spin off the business as a separately … [Read More...] about ABB to sell its robotics division to SoftBank Group for $5.4 billion
Beyond the headlines: Inside China’s multi-billion dollar industrial robotic arms market
China now has more industrial robots than the rest of the world put together, but that headline tells only part of the story. The bigger narrative is the fierce internal competition between global … [Read More...] about Beyond the headlines: Inside China’s multi-billion dollar industrial robotic arms market
Agriculture
Bonsai Robotics unveils new robot for agricultural jobs
Bonsai Robotics has introduced a new lineup of autonomous agricultural vehicles under its Amiga brand, marking the company’s first major product expansion since acquiring a company called “farm-ng” … [Read More...] about Bonsai Robotics unveils new robot for agricultural jobs
Burro expands autonomous robot fleet at Petitti Family Farms
Burro, a provider of autonomous robots for work outdoors, has announced a material expansion of their autonomous robot fleet with Petitti Family Farms in Lake County, Ohio. This expansion is the … [Read More...] about Burro expands autonomous robot fleet at Petitti Family Farms
SwarmFarm Robotics raises $30 million to scale farm-bot fleet and expand into North America
Australian agtech company SwarmFarm Robotics has secured $30 million in Series B funding to accelerate the rollout of its autonomous “SwarmBots” and expand operations into North America, according to … [Read More...] about SwarmFarm Robotics raises $30 million to scale farm-bot fleet and expand into North America
Kubota unveils autonomous hydrogen fuel cell tractor
Kubota has unveiled a concept model of an autonomous hydrogen fuel cell tractor, marking what the company describes as the world’s first public showing of such a machine. The tractor was exhibited … [Read More...] about Kubota unveils autonomous hydrogen fuel cell tractor
JR Automation invests $4 million in Forever Feed Technologies
JR Automation has made a strategic investment valued at over $4 million into Forever Feed Technologies to implement eight indoor FFT Grow Systems, with core components ordered in Q4/2025. Each FFT … [Read More...] about JR Automation invests $4 million in Forever Feed Technologies
Construction
Interview with Bedrock Robotics CEO Boris Sofman: ‘The economics are compelling’
Over the past couple of years, the level of interest in construction robotics has surged. This is not surprising given the tantalising demos by new robotics companies that show what autonomous … [Read More...] about Interview with Bedrock Robotics CEO Boris Sofman: ‘The economics are compelling’
Prefab Meets Automation: How Robotics Are Speeding Up Kit Home Construction in Australia
The Australian housing sector has long embraced innovation, from sustainable design practices to modular living solutions. Today, a new frontier is rapidly reshaping how homes are built: the fusion of … [Read More...] about Prefab Meets Automation: How Robotics Are Speeding Up Kit Home Construction in Australia
Smart Excavator Features: Sensor, AI, and Automation Upgrades in 2025 Excavator Models
The excavator industry is entering a new era in 2025, where power and performance are no longer the only deciding factors for contractors. Sensors, artificial intelligence, and automation are … [Read More...] about Smart Excavator Features: Sensor, AI, and Automation Upgrades in 2025 Excavator Models
Why Well Fitted Construction Uniforms Are Becoming a Safety Imperative?
A New Regulatory Landscape: PPE Must Fit As of January 13, 2025, OSHA’s revised PPE regulations require that employers provide personal protective equipment that properly fits each construction … [Read More...] about Why Well Fitted Construction Uniforms Are Becoming a Safety Imperative?
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
Design
Nike launches motor-powered ‘robot shoe’
Nike is unveiling Project Amplify, which the global footwear gigantico says is “the world’s first powered footwear system for running and walking, designed to help everyday athletes go a little bit … [Read More...] about Nike launches motor-powered ‘robot shoe’
The Science Behind Image Quality: What You Need to Know
Image quality plays a powerful role in how we see and understand the world. A single image can shape ideas, stir emotions, and create lasting memories. The details within a picture determine how … [Read More...] about The Science Behind Image Quality: What You Need to Know
How Tesla-Style Displays Are Changing Work Trucks
In the past, pickup trucks like the Ford F-350 were celebrated primarily for their raw power and towing capacity. They were built to haul heavy loads, conquer job sites, and last for hundreds of … [Read More...] about How Tesla-Style Displays Are Changing Work Trucks
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
Humanoids
Video: Figure 03 shows what humanoid robots can really do
Figure AI has released a new video (see below) showcasing its third-generation humanoid robot, the Figure 03, performing a range of everyday tasks that demonstrate just how far the company has come in … [Read More...] about Video: Figure 03 shows what humanoid robots can really do
Awkward question: What will be the ‘killer app’ for humanoid robots?
Tesla’s latest humanoid demonstration – a kung fu routine performed by its Optimus robot for actor Jared Leto – was clearly designed to impress. But, as dramatic and as thought-provoking as it was, … [Read More...] about Awkward question: What will be the ‘killer app’ for humanoid robots?
Automaker Chery unveils humanoid robot for showroom presentation work
Chinese automaker Chery has unveiled a new humanoid robot named Mornine, developed by its robotics arm AiMOGA Robotics, to act as an intelligent customer assistant in showrooms and promotional … [Read More...] about Automaker Chery unveils humanoid robot for showroom presentation work
Unitree unveils new ‘Destiny Awakening’ humanoid robot
Chinese robotics company Unitree has introduced its latest humanoid robot, the H2, described as a “graceful rebirth” of industrial design and motion control. Standing 182 cm tall and weighing … [Read More...] about Unitree unveils new ‘Destiny Awakening’ humanoid robot
Beijing startup Noetix Robotics launches ‘consumer-grade humanoid robot’ at $1,400
Beijing-based robot-maker Noetix Robotics has announced the upcoming pre-sale of its latest humanoid robot, named “Bumi”, at a breakthrough price of ¥9,998 (approximately $1,400), making it the first … [Read More...] about Beijing startup Noetix Robotics launches ‘consumer-grade humanoid robot’ at $1,400
Features
Interview with Nauto CEO Stefan Heck: ‘The key difference is foresight’
As fleets and logistics operators accelerate toward automation, the line between assisted driving and autonomy is becoming increasingly blurred. Few companies illustrate this transition more … [Read More...] about Interview with Nauto CEO Stefan Heck: ‘The key difference is foresight’
Researchers develop robots to work together to explore the Moon and Mars
University of Pennsylvania engineers, NASA, and five other universities tested robotic systems designed to help unmanned explorers cooperate in the dunes of White Sands, New Mexico, paving the way for … [Read More...] about Researchers develop robots to work together to explore the Moon and Mars
Agentic science and the rise of the self-driving lab at Virginia Tech
Agentic science. A quick glance at the term and you might think of something very complex, but the end goal is to use artificial intelligence (AI) “agents” to advance scientific research with ease. … [Read More...] about Agentic science and the rise of the self-driving lab at Virginia Tech
Cleaning and sanitation robots: The new standard in hygiene
When the Covid-19 pandemic swept across the world in 2020, few sectors changed as visibly as cleaning and disinfection. Overnight, hygiene became a matter of public infrastructure rather than private … [Read More...] about Cleaning and sanitation robots: The new standard in hygiene
Interview: Zebra and ODW Logistics on the warehouse of the future
As e-commerce volumes continue to climb and labor shortages persist, warehouse operators are under pressure to achieve more with less. Many are turning to collaborative automation and … [Read More...] about Interview: Zebra and ODW Logistics on the warehouse of the future
Logistics
Grubhub expands partnership with Avride to bring autonomous delivery robots to its marketplace
Grubhub is expanding its partnership with Avride to launch a robot delivery pilot for customers ordering from Wonder’s Jersey City location. The initiative marks the first time Grubhub has offered … [Read More...] about Grubhub expands partnership with Avride to bring autonomous delivery robots to its marketplace
Interview: Zebra and ODW Logistics on the warehouse of the future
As e-commerce volumes continue to climb and labor shortages persist, warehouse operators are under pressure to achieve more with less. Many are turning to collaborative automation and … [Read More...] about Interview: Zebra and ODW Logistics on the warehouse of the future
DHL opens new Europe Innovation Center to advance robotics, AI, and sustainable logistics
DHL Group has opened its new Europe Innovation Center in Troisdorf, Germany, marking a major step in its commitment to shaping the future of logistics through bold, customer-centric … [Read More...] about DHL opens new Europe Innovation Center to advance robotics, AI, and sustainable logistics
Kenco partners with GreyOrange to elevate fulfillment through AI-powered orchestration
Kenco, a third-party logistics (3PL) provider, has agreed a long-term partnership with GreyOrange, the global leader in AI-driven warehouse orchestration software. Over the next five years, Kenco … [Read More...] about Kenco partners with GreyOrange to elevate fulfillment through AI-powered orchestration
Evocargo launches UAE’s first commercial unmanned cargo transportation
The United Arab Emirates has taken what is described as “a historic step into the future of autonomous transportation” with the launch of the nation’s first commercial fleet of self-driving electric … [Read More...] about Evocargo launches UAE’s first commercial unmanned cargo transportation
Autonomous Vehicles
Interview with Nauto CEO Stefan Heck: ‘The key difference is foresight’
As fleets and logistics operators accelerate toward automation, the line between assisted driving and autonomy is becoming increasingly blurred. Few companies illustrate this transition more … [Read More...] about Interview with Nauto CEO Stefan Heck: ‘The key difference is foresight’
Micropolis and Dubai Police launch autonomous police patrol at Global Village
Dubai Police and Micropolis, a developer of unmanned ground vehicles and AI-driven security solutions, has announced the official deployment of the Autonomous Police Patrol at Dubai Global … [Read More...] about Micropolis and Dubai Police launch autonomous police patrol at Global Village
Global shifts in ADAS and autonomous vehicles reshaping competitive SoC suppliers landscape
Global innovation in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) as well as autonomous vehicles are reshaping the competitive landscape for the suppliers of system-on-chips (SoCs). The market is … [Read More...] about Global shifts in ADAS and autonomous vehicles reshaping competitive SoC suppliers landscape
T2 emerges as Japan’s leading autonomous trucking contender
Until recently, the name T2 drew little attention outside niche circles in Japan. Yet over the past few months, the firm has quietly triggered a series of announcements that suggest it may become … [Read More...] about T2 emerges as Japan’s leading autonomous trucking contender
Wayve could raise $2 billion in its next funding round with Nvidia in talks to invest $500 million
Wayve, a specialist in embodied AI for autonomous driving, could be in line to raise as much as $2 billion in its next funding round, according to some observers. The company recently announced it … [Read More...] about Wayve could raise $2 billion in its next funding round with Nvidia in talks to invest $500 million
Artificial intelligence
Agentic science and the rise of the self-driving lab at Virginia Tech
Agentic science. A quick glance at the term and you might think of something very complex, but the end goal is to use artificial intelligence (AI) “agents” to advance scientific research with ease. … [Read More...] about Agentic science and the rise of the self-driving lab at Virginia Tech
Unpacking the Benefits of AI in Marketing: A Detailed Exploration
It’s harder to avoid AI in marketing than to integrate it into your campaign – and there’s no need to shy away from it! In fact, embracing AI and delegating part of your workload to it can give you … [Read More...] about Unpacking the Benefits of AI in Marketing: A Detailed Exploration
Sonatus launches AI Director to accelerate in-vehicle edge AI
Sunnyvale-based vehicle software company Sonatus has unveiled a new platform designed to help automakers deploy artificial intelligence directly inside vehicles. The system, called Sonatus AI … [Read More...] about Sonatus launches AI Director to accelerate in-vehicle edge AI
Cyberwave raises €7 million to integrate AI agents with physical machines
Cyberwave, a startup building the operating layer between AI agents and real-world machines, has secured a €7 million funding round led by United Ventures with participation from The TechShop. The … [Read More...] about Cyberwave raises €7 million to integrate AI agents with physical machines
Mendix launches new release to ‘meet surging demand for agentic AI’
Mendix, a Siemens business that provide an application development platform used by engineers, has unveiled “a significant platform release”, with a heavy focus on AI capabilities. The company says … [Read More...] about Mendix launches new release to ‘meet surging demand for agentic AI’
Computing
From Data to Decisions: How Analytics is Reshaping Modern Enterprises
In today’s digital era, information has become one of the most valuable assets an enterprise can possess. Businesses across industries are no longer relying on intuition alone; they are leveraging … [Read More...] about From Data to Decisions: How Analytics is Reshaping Modern Enterprises
RLWRLD selected to participate in the 2025 AWS Generative AI Accelerator
RLWRLD, a physical AI company building robotics foundation models for human-level hand dexterity in manufacturing and logistics, says it has been selected for the third cohort of the AWS Generative AI … [Read More...] about RLWRLD selected to participate in the 2025 AWS Generative AI Accelerator
Global shifts in ADAS and autonomous vehicles reshaping competitive SoC suppliers landscape
Global innovation in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) as well as autonomous vehicles are reshaping the competitive landscape for the suppliers of system-on-chips (SoCs). The market is … [Read More...] about Global shifts in ADAS and autonomous vehicles reshaping competitive SoC suppliers landscape
Qualcomm to acquire Arduino
Qualcomm Technologies has announced an agreement to acquire Arduino, a premier open-source hardware and software company. The transaction accelerates Qualcomm Technologies’ strategy to empower … [Read More...] about Qualcomm to acquire Arduino
Linux Foundation launches Newton with Disney, DeepMind and Nvidia to advance robotics AI
The Linux Foundation, the nonprofit organization enabling mass innovation through open source code, has launched Newton, an open source, GPU-accelerated, extensible physics engine that enables faster, … [Read More...] about Linux Foundation launches Newton with Disney, DeepMind and Nvidia to advance robotics AI
Drones
Palladyne AI and Draganfly partner to enable advanced autonomous operations and swarming capabilities
Palladyne AI, a developer of artificial intelligence software for robotic platforms in the defense and commercial sectors, and Draganfly, a developer of drone solutions and systems, are to collaborate … [Read More...] about Palladyne AI and Draganfly partner to enable advanced autonomous operations and swarming capabilities
Airbound secures $8.65 million seed funding to expand drone deliveries business
Airbound, an Indian autonomous delivery logistics company specializing in blended-wing-body aircraft, has announced $8.65 million in seed funding and a pilot partnership with Narayana Health. The … [Read More...] about Airbound secures $8.65 million seed funding to expand drone deliveries business
Matternet pilots drone delivery in Los Angeles with Dave’s Hot Chicken
Matternet, the developer of the world’s leading urban drone delivery system, is partnering with Dave’s Hot Chicken to launch a drone delivery pilot, a first for the fast-casual leader. The service … [Read More...] about Matternet pilots drone delivery in Los Angeles with Dave’s Hot Chicken
Interview: Why Uber’s new drone delivery partnership could succeed where its earlier Uber Elevate project struggled
The promise of drone delivery has hovered on the horizon for more than a decade, but only now is it beginning to look commercially viable. Advances in regulation, autonomy, and cost-efficiency are … [Read More...] about Interview: Why Uber’s new drone delivery partnership could succeed where its earlier Uber Elevate project struggled
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
Energy
Opinion: Next-generation AGV powertrains – unlocking efficiency and sustainability in automated material handling
By Luca Bandiera, business development AGV manager, ZAPI GROUP Labor optimization is increasingly relying on automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and automated mobile robots (AMRs). Offloading material … [Read More...] about Opinion: Next-generation AGV powertrains – unlocking efficiency and sustainability in automated material handling
Mitsubishi develops underwater robot for inspecting Japanese nuclear plants
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has developed a specialised underwater navigation robot to perform non-destructive inspections of nuclear reactor vessels in high-radiation environments, according to … [Read More...] about Mitsubishi develops underwater robot for inspecting Japanese nuclear plants
Energy Robotics secures $13.5 million Series A to scale critical infrastructure inspections with AI and robotics
Energy Robotics, a provider of an AI software platform for autonomous inspection with robots and drones, has announced the successful close of $13.5m of Series A funding. Energy Robotics has … [Read More...] about Energy Robotics secures $13.5 million Series A to scale critical infrastructure inspections with AI and robotics
Symbotic integrates Nyobolt’s new ‘performance-improving’ power technology into its autonomous mobile robots
Symbotic, a provider of AI-enabled robotics technology for the supply chain, says it will roll out new battery technology from Nyobolt – a pioneer of high-power, ultra-fast charging power solutions – … [Read More...] about Symbotic integrates Nyobolt’s new ‘performance-improving’ power technology into its autonomous mobile robots
Robotics companies target growth in battery production
The global battery market is forecast to grow by around 40 percent annually through 2030, with US cell production alone expected to increase 28-fold by 2032. For automation suppliers, the surge … [Read More...] about Robotics companies target growth in battery production
Warehouse robots
Geekplus ushers in era of ‘fully unmanned warehouses’ with launch of new robot arm picking station
Geekplus, one of the world’s largest warehouse robotics companies, has unveiled its new Robot Arm Picking Station, saying it marks “the industry’s first end-to-end unmanned picking solution”, and a … [Read More...] about Geekplus ushers in era of ‘fully unmanned warehouses’ with launch of new robot arm picking station
PepsiCo partners with Mecalux to build automated smart warehouse in Poland
PepsiCo Polska plans to open a new automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) in Grodzisk Mazowiecki, Poland, with Mecalux technology. Connected to the production area, the solution will … [Read More...] about PepsiCo partners with Mecalux to build automated smart warehouse in Poland
Hai Robotics achieves EU cybersecurity compliance for automated warehouse systems
Hai Robotics has announced that its HaiPick Systems have achieved compliance with the EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) Articles 3.3(d), marking an important milestone in strengthening cybersecurity … [Read More...] about Hai Robotics achieves EU cybersecurity compliance for automated warehouse systems
AutoStore launches new product portfolio for warehouse automation
AutoStore – a provider of technology-driven, intelligent order fulfillment solutions and famous for its cubic automated storage and retrieval systems – has announced the launch of its Fall 2025 … [Read More...] about AutoStore launches new product portfolio for warehouse automation
Why Real-Time Reporting Matters for Autonomous Warehouse Robotics
Automation has transformed how warehouses operate. From picking and packing to storage and dispatch, robots now handle complex workflows with remarkable accuracy. Yet, even in highly automated … [Read More...] about Why Real-Time Reporting Matters for Autonomous Warehouse Robotics
Space
AI in orbit: Rice University to host workshop exploring future of intelligent systems in space
Leaders from government, academia and industry will gather in Houston next month for Rice University’s In-Space Physical AI Workshop at Ion, a two-day event examining how autonomous technologies could … [Read More...] about AI in orbit: Rice University to host workshop exploring future of intelligent systems in space
Researchers develop robots to work together to explore the Moon and Mars
University of Pennsylvania engineers, NASA, and five other universities tested robotic systems designed to help unmanned explorers cooperate in the dunes of White Sands, New Mexico, paving the way for … [Read More...] about Researchers develop robots to work together to explore the Moon and Mars
Airbus partners with Leonardo and Thales to create European space giant
Airbus, Leonardo, and Thales have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at combining their respective space activities into a new company. By joining forces, Airbus, Leonardo and Thales aim to … [Read More...] about Airbus partners with Leonardo and Thales to create European space giant
Planet Labs to open new satellite manufacturing facility in Germany
Planet Labs, a provider of satellite data and insights about Earth, has revealed plans to begin production of next-generation, high-resolution Pelican satellites in Berlin, Germany. This strategic … [Read More...] about Planet Labs to open new satellite manufacturing facility in Germany
NASA awards $30 million to Katalyst Space Technologies to rescue $500 million satellite
Up in the quiet darkness of low Earth orbit, a satellite known as the “Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory” is fighting a losing battle. Launched in 2004 to chase down the universe’s most violent fireworks … [Read More...] about NASA awards $30 million to Katalyst Space Technologies to rescue $500 million satellite
Science
Agentic science and the rise of the self-driving lab at Virginia Tech
Agentic science. A quick glance at the term and you might think of something very complex, but the end goal is to use artificial intelligence (AI) “agents” to advance scientific research with ease. … [Read More...] about Agentic science and the rise of the self-driving lab at Virginia Tech
Robotic skin allows tiny robots to navigate complex, fragile environments
UC San Diego researchers have developed a soft robotic skin that enables vine robots that are just a few millimeters wide to navigate convoluted paths and fragile environments. To accomplish this, … [Read More...] about Robotic skin allows tiny robots to navigate complex, fragile environments
Opinion: AI and robotics poised to transform scientific discovery, say global experts
A globally connected ecosystem of autonomous laboratories could redefine how science is conducted, accelerating discovery while lowering barriers to participation, according to a new expert viewpoint … [Read More...] about Opinion: AI and robotics poised to transform scientific discovery, say global experts
Scientists to study how nanoplastics transmit from mothers to babies
You can’t see nanoplastics with the naked eye, but they're everywhere – including your body. Tinier than the better-known microplastics, these plastic particles range from one nanometer to one … [Read More...] about Scientists to study how nanoplastics transmit from mothers to babies
Georgia Tech team designs robot guide dog to assist the visually impaired
People who are visually impaired and cannot afford or care for service animals might have a practical alternative in a robotic guide dog being developed at Georgia Tech. Before launching its … [Read More...] about Georgia Tech team designs robot guide dog to assist the visually impaired