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Foxconn and Intrinsic launch joint venture to build AI ‘factory of the future’

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Intrinsic, an Alphabet company that makes AI robotics software, and Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics manufacturer, have launched a multi-phased joint venture designed to build the intelligent, flexible and scalable “factory of the future”.

By combining the strengths of Intrinsic’s AI platform and Foxconn’s Smart Manufacturing platform, this new partnership aims to develop and deploy adaptive, intelligent robotics solutions across Foxconn facilities in the US, unlocking new levels of flexibility and productivity in manufacturing.

“In working with Intrinsic, we are able to tap their deep expertise in AI-driven robotics,” said Young Liu, chairman and CEO of Foxconn. “This synergy complements our global manufacturing leadership, enabling us to collaboratively unlock the factory of the future.” [Read more…] about Foxconn and Intrinsic launch joint venture to build AI ‘factory of the future’

Robot orders in key sectors ‘jumped 105 percent’, says A3

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North American robot orders climbed in the third quarter of 2025, signaling renewed momentum in manufacturing automation.

According to the latest data released by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), 8,806 robots valued at $574 million were ordered in Q3, an 11.6 percent increase in units and 17.2 percent rise in revenue compared to the same period last year. [Read more…] about Robot orders in key sectors ‘jumped 105 percent’, says A3

Brightpick achieves ‘lights-out’ order fulfillment with its Autopicker robots

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Brightpick, a provider of AI-powered robotic automation for warehouses, says its Autopicker robots now enable “lights-out” overnight fulfillment.

With the company’s latest software upgrades to its fleet, including Physical AI and picking-in-motion, Autopicker robots can autonomously pick and buffer orders without human intervention, eliminating the need for overnight staffing and enabling companies to extend their operating hours at no additional cost.

This breakthrough allows warehouses to run continuously, even during night shifts and weekends, without human intervention. [Read more…] about Brightpick achieves ‘lights-out’ order fulfillment with its Autopicker robots

Red Bull mountain biker jumps through two PlusAI-powered autonomous Scania trucks in less than a second

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Scania says its autonomous trucks, with their cutting-edge AI-based technology, are going to “change how the world moves within the near future”.

Now, the company has announced the successful completion of a groundbreaking challenge that redefines the boundaries of self-driving vehicle technology and human achievement.

The challenge involved two autonomous trucks moving towards each other in perfect sync to create a window of less than a second for a professional mountain biker to jump through the opening in between them. (See video below.) [Read more…] about Red Bull mountain biker jumps through two PlusAI-powered autonomous Scania trucks in less than a second

OpenMind releases new hardware-plus-software system to give robots and humanoids ‘real-world intelligence’

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OpenMind has released BrainPack, which it describes as “a new hardware and software system that gives robots and humanoids real-world intelligence” – that is, perception, control, memory, and autonomy – all in a single backpack-sized platform.

BrainPack integrates advanced mapping, object labeling, privacy-protected vision, remote operation, and self-charging into one modular system. Built on the back of one of three of Nvidia’s most powerful processing units, OpenMind is setting the new bar for embodied AI.

It’s the same brain that has powered OpenMind’s now-viral demonstrations of self-charging quadrupeds, and it’s now available to developers, research labs, and early adopters worldwide. [Read more…] about OpenMind releases new hardware-plus-software system to give robots and humanoids ‘real-world intelligence’

QCraft enters autonomous logistics sector with Chery partnership to accelerate L4 delivery

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QCraft, an autonomous driving technology provider, has announced its official entry into the Level 4 autonomous logistics sector, marking what it says is “a major milestone” in its commercialization roadmap and expanding its product portfolio beyond passenger mobility and “robobuses”.

Working closely with Chery Commercial Vehicle, QCraft is integrating its L4 autonomous driving technology into Chery’s new commercial vehicle platforms to deliver a new generation of intelligent logistics vehicles. Chery Commercial Vehicle is a subsidiary of Chery Holding Group, China’s largest automotive exporter.

The partnership with Chery supports QCraft in creating a range of industrial applications that will accelerate the scaled rollout and operation of QCraft’s autonomous logistics solutions. [Read more…] about QCraft enters autonomous logistics sector with Chery partnership to accelerate L4 delivery

Nagel Technologies unveils robot cell with path planning tool for ‘quick and intuitive programming of robotic paths’

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Nagel Technologies says its new NaDos Robot Cell from in Nuertingen, Germany, sets new benchmarks in automated dispensing technology.

This system integrates a UR 10e six-axis robot with cutting-edge features such as plasma pretreatment, calibration sensors, and simulation tools for robotic path planning.

The innovative path planning tool allows for quick and intuitive programming of robotic paths – a key advantage for development departments and testing facilities. [Read more…] about Nagel Technologies unveils robot cell with path planning tool for ‘quick and intuitive programming of robotic paths’

Bedrock Robotics begins supervised autonomous excavation on live construction sites as it moves toward commercialization

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Bedrock Robotics says it has been conducting “the construction industry’s largest-known supervised autonomy deployment for mass excavation”, partnering with Sundt Construction on site preparation for a 130-acre domestic manufacturing facility.

On just this project alone, Bedrock’s autonomous systems have so far moved over 65,000 cubic yards by loading human-operated articulating dump trucks with the same workflow used in manual operations – a seamless integration that demonstrates a leap forward in commercial autonomous construction.

The company’s technology is now installed across multiple excavator models ranging from 20-ton to 80-ton machines, adapting its systems from compact units to large-scale earthmovers. [Read more…] about Bedrock Robotics begins supervised autonomous excavation on live construction sites as it moves toward commercialization

Distalmotion raises $150 million to accelerate US expansion of its Dexter robotic surgery system

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Distalmotion, a medical technology company empowering access to the benefits of robotic surgery in outpatient sites of care, has announced the successful closing of its Series G financing round. The $150 million financing was led by Revival Healthcare Capital and included inside investor participation.

This new funding will be used primarily to accelerate US commercial adoption of Dexter, its soft tissue robotic surgery system, as well as to support ongoing clinical and product development initiatives.

A major focus of the US expansion continues to be the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) market – one of the fastest-growing segments in surgical care, driven by the ongoing shift toward efficient, outpatient surgery. [Read more…] about Distalmotion raises $150 million to accelerate US expansion of its Dexter robotic surgery system

ASU researchers develop advanced robotics and AI system to inspect pipelines and prevent blockages

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By Kelly deVos, communications specialist, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering 

They run beneath our feet, unseen but essential. Millions of miles of pipeline carry the natural gas, crude oil and refined fuels that keep modern life running. Yet as this buried infrastructure ages, cracks, leaks and ruptures are becoming alarmingly common.

From 2002 to 2021, pipeline incidents in the US caused 276 deaths, more than 1,100 injuries and $10 billion in damage. With roughly 650 serious incidents each year, the need for safer, smarter pipeline inspection technology has never been clearer.

Despite the risks, many pipelines go years without a thorough inspection. Some can’t be inspected at all. Known as unpiggable pipelines, these sections twist through narrow turns, outdated valves and complex connections that standard inspection tools simply can’t navigate. The result is a costly blind spot for one of the nation’s most critical systems. [Read more…] about ASU researchers develop advanced robotics and AI system to inspect pipelines and prevent blockages