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Revolutionizing Industries: AI Chatbots in Customer Service and Automated Visual Inspection in Manufacturing

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in transforming various industries, particularly customer service and manufacturing.

AI chatbot Development have become crucial in enhancing customer service experiences, while automated visual inspection systems have revolutionized quality control in packaging and manufacturing.

By leveraging AI, businesses can improve operational efficiency, ensure high-quality standards, and reduce costs, leading to a new era of technological innovation and competitive advantage. [Read more…] about Revolutionizing Industries: AI Chatbots in Customer Service and Automated Visual Inspection in Manufacturing

ANYbotics agrees partnership with Energy Robotics

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ANYbotics, a provider of autonomous robotics solutions, and Energy Robotics, a developer of advanced AI-software platforms for autonomous robotics, have agreed a strategic partnership.

The companies say the collaboration will “transform asset monitoring through comprehensive end-to-end inspection solutions and data integration for the energy industry”.

The ANYbotics and Energy Robotics platform integration was recently successfully demonstrated in a leading international energy company’s program to scale automated robot inspections. [Read more…] about ANYbotics agrees partnership with Energy Robotics

ANYbotics and Rever form industrial inspection partnership in Chile

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ANYbotics and digital industry specialist Rever have joined forces in Chile to transform industrial inspection. This partnership introduces the ANYbotics advanced robotic solution ANYmal, engineered to meet the inspection needs of Chilean mining, metals, and minerals operations.

Rever’s local expertise and experience in inspection solutions ensure successful deployment and support, representing a step change in the regional inspection ecosystem.

Chile is a world leader in important minerals such as copper, molybdenum, silver, and gold. The partnership between Rever and ANYbotics underlines the growing demand for automated, robotic inspection in the mining, metals, and minerals sectors. [Read more…] about ANYbotics and Rever form industrial inspection partnership in Chile

GMV showcases its robotic inspection capabilities

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GMV, a Spanish multinational company developing innovative technological solutions, showcased its experience and capabilities in the field of robotic inspection during a demonstration carried out at Messer Ibérica’s facilities.

In the demonstration, held during the meeting of the Chemical Business Association of Tarragona (AEQT)’s Innovation and Technology Committee, GMV presented uPathWay, a grounbreaking solution designed for industrial inspection tasks.

GMV presented uPathWay as a comprehensive solution that allows vehicles to operate autonomously, offering an effective response to inspection needs in specialized environments such as the chemical sector. [Read more…] about GMV showcases its robotic inspection capabilities

Comau and Leonardo Helicopters design ‘advanced automated inspection’ system for aeronautical structures

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The increasing push for faster processes, better control and higher quality in the aerospace industry necessitates a new generation of advanced automation designed to automate complex processes that until a short time ago could only be done manually.

When it comes to testing critical structures such as helicopter blades, for example, the potential benefits of automation increase exponentially, as robotic inspection grants accuracy as well as efficiency.

They also ensure standardization of and full compliance with the testing process by objectively completing each assigned task. [Read more…] about Comau and Leonardo Helicopters design ‘advanced automated inspection’ system for aeronautical structures

ANYbotics and Adeptor partner to develop robotic testing in Norway

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ANYbotics is strengthening its presence in Norway by partnering with Bergen-based industrial inspection company Adeptor.

Adeptor says it aims to “drive the adoption of inspection robots in the Norwegian energy sector”.

ANYbotics’ advanced mobile robots excel in autonomous inspections, asset monitoring, and anomaly detection within intricate industrial settings.

Adeptor delivers ANYmal robots directly and as a Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) solution, providing first-level support, customer training, and technical expertise. [Read more…] about ANYbotics and Adeptor partner to develop robotic testing in Norway

Petrobras and ANYbotics join efforts to automate offshore FPSO inspections

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Petrobras has invested $4 million in six ANYmal X units to comprehensively measure and maximize upstream and downstream value potential.

Petrobras and ANYbotics teamed up to automate offshore inspections using the ANYmal X robotic inspection solution.

Petrobras plans to qualify ANYmal X as an inspection solution for future use in its assets. The solution has the potential to add value over several years, improving safety and routine task productivity. [Read more…] about Petrobras and ANYbotics join efforts to automate offshore FPSO inspections

ANYbotics provides four-legged robot to inspect offshore oil rigs in Europe

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Aker BP, Cognite, and ANYbotics are partnering to pioneer offshore remote inspections with ANYmal X on the Valhall platform (main picture) in the North Sea, the large body of water between the UK and Scandinavia. 

ANYmal X, the only Ex-certified legged robot, was tested for integrated robotic inspections in offshore Ex-rated zones, showcasing the benefits of Cognite’s real-time digital twins and comprehensive AI-powered data platform. (See video below.)

This is a significant step in Aker BP’s aim to implement remote inspections as an enabler for unmanned operation of complex offshore processing platforms by 2027-2029. [Read more…] about ANYbotics provides four-legged robot to inspect offshore oil rigs in Europe

GMV and ANYbotics partner to ‘transform industrial inspection’ with autonomous robots

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GMV, a multinational technology company, and ANYbotics, a developer of autonomous inspection robots for industrial applications, have partnered to drive innovation and enhance efficiency in automated industrial inspections.

This strategic collaboration aims to revolutionize the way companies manage their inspection operations, providing improved effectiveness and optimized resource utilization in industrial environments.

Autonomous robotics has become a cornerstone solution in the industry to perform routine and complex inspections with greater efficiency. The alliance between industry leaders GMV and ANYbotics is a significant step toward the widespread adoption of robotics technology. [Read more…] about GMV and ANYbotics partner to ‘transform industrial inspection’ with autonomous robots

Deep Robotics launches new quadruped robot

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Deep Robotics, a developer of quadrupedal robots, has launched its X30 quadruped robot, a “flagship product” designed to meet core industry needs in multiple fields, including inspection of power stations, factories, pipeline corridors, emergency rescue, fire detection, scientific research and more.

X30 incorporates Deep Robotics’ “unique fusion perception technology that enables it to rapidly traverse obstacles, navigate open riser industrial stairs in challenging, changing environments, conduct autonomous inspection day and night in any weather, and overcome other difficulties in an ever-growing number of scenarios”.

X30 is also able to respond quickly to unexpected situations or handle tasks at a moment’s notice. Compared to earlier editions of the quadruped robot, the operating temperature range of X30 has been extended to between minus 20°C and plus 55°C, greatly broadening the environment and climatic conditions in which it can operate. [Read more…] about Deep Robotics launches new quadruped robot