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Deep Robotics launches ‘all-weather’ humanoid robot

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Deep Robotics has unveiled what it claims is the world’s first industrial-grade humanoid robot designed for all-weather outdoor use.

The new model, DR02, was introduced on October 9 and is the company’s second-generation humanoid. It is equipped with an IP66 protection rating, making the entire machine resistant to dust and water.

The robot is designed to operate in temperatures ranging from -20 deg C to 55 deg C, allowing it to work in environments such as rain, humidity, cold storage, and high-temperature workshops. [Read more…] about Deep Robotics launches ‘all-weather’ humanoid robot

HydroGraph awarded new US patent for ‘fractal graphene’-based actuator technology

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HydroGraph Clean Power, a producer of ultra-pure graphene, has been granted a US patent for a novel actuator technology that uses electrically conductive porous carbon materials, including HydroGraph’s proprietary “Fractal Graphene”, to generate controlled mechanical force.

This marks the first US patent granted for an invention developed in HydroGraph’s laboratories, part of the Company’s strategy to expand its intellectual property portfolio beyond its foundational graphene synthesis patents licensed from Kansas State University.

Additionally, HydroGraph now has 11 additional patent applications pending covering various material innovations and applications. [Read more…] about HydroGraph awarded new US patent for ‘fractal graphene’-based actuator technology

Nidec to expand manufacturing presence in Henderson County

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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Nidec officials announced that the company is expanding its manufacturing operations in Henderson County, North Carolina.

Nidec Power, a division of Nidec Motor Corporation, designs and manufactures advanced alternators used in critical power generation applications such as data centers, hospitals, defense and more.

The company will invest $52.4 million to expand operations in its existing Lexington, Tennessee, facility, creating 200 new jobs and enhancing production efficiency and capacities to support the increasing electricity demand in the US and abroad. [Read more…] about Nidec to expand manufacturing presence in Henderson County

Automation is Changing How Cleanrooms Stay Contamination-Free

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Tight protocols keep controlled rooms free of dust and residue. Every surface, instrument, and step inside these spaces supports quality and stability.

As more industries bring in smart machines, upkeep methods are shifting toward approaches that cut slip-ups while backing the reliability of familiar cleaning gear.

New tech now works alongside careful use of swabs and other supplies. Rather than replacing them, programmable systems help these items work with better steadiness. [Read more…] about Automation is Changing How Cleanrooms Stay Contamination-Free

Mitsubishi develops underwater robot for inspecting Japanese nuclear plants

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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 information released by the Japan Society of Maintenology. (See videos below.)

The unit, known as the A-UT Machine, is designed to navigate reactor vessels underwater and carry out weld-line inspections using a manipulator arm.

“The unit navigates underwater and uses a manipulator to perform non-destructive inspections of the weld lines of a nuclear reactor vessel,” Mitsubishi developers said. [Read more…] about Mitsubishi develops underwater robot for inspecting Japanese nuclear plants

Australian Droid + Robot unveils docking station to extend Explora XL robot autonomy for mining applications

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Australian Droid + Robot (ADR) has introduced a new Docking Station designed to extend the autonomy of its Explora XL robot, enabling underground mines to capture data without halting production or sending workers into hazardous environments.

The company says the ruggedised Docking Station allows robots to remain permanently underground, providing automated charging, integrated sensor cleaning, and secure data transfer.

In a statement, the company says: “For decades, essential underground tasks like surveying, inspection and gas sensing have required costly production shutdowns and exposed personnel to hazardous environments. [Read more…] about Australian Droid + Robot unveils docking station to extend Explora XL robot autonomy for mining applications

Walmart reportedly selling Unitree humanoid robots on its website: Retail reality or PR stunt?

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A photograph (main image) has been circulating online this week showing a Walmart product listing for the Unitree G1 humanoid robot, priced at $21,600.

TechNode first reported the story in English, after having apparently discovered it on IThome. Technode noted that Walmart’s website briefly carried a page offering the robot for sale with free shipping and a six-unit limit per customer.

But we checked that Walmart page and the listing can no longer be found. Walmart’s website now returns the message “We couldn’t find this page” when the supposed link is accessed.

However, if you look at the URL for the page, it does mention the “Unitree G1 Basic” (the official company image which we have displayed for you below). This lends credibility to the story – what else could have been on that Walmart page and be described as a “Unitree G1 Basic”? [Read more…] about Walmart reportedly selling Unitree humanoid robots on its website: Retail reality or PR stunt?

Healthcare support robots: Assisting patients and medical staff

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Healthcare systems around the world are under increasing strain. Ageing populations, rising patient numbers, and chronic staff shortages mean hospitals and care homes are looking for ways to deliver more care with fewer resources.

Against this backdrop, robots are emerging as valuable assistants – not to replace doctors and nurses, but to take on physically demanding, repetitive, or high-risk tasks.

This article is not about surgical robots – the machines that perform operations in operating theatres. Those are a different category and will be covered separately. [Read more…] about Healthcare support robots: Assisting patients and medical staff

Figure unveils third-generation humanoid robot

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Figure has introduced its third-generation humanoid robot, Figure 03, which the company says is designed for use in the home, commercial environments, and at scale in global markets.

The new model features a ground-up hardware and software redesign and is built to integrate with Helix, Figure’s proprietary vision-language-action AI.

According to the company, Helix enables “true reasoning throughout the world” by combining advanced perception and manipulation with large-scale data learning. [Read more…] about Figure unveils third-generation humanoid robot

Daifuku doubles production capacity with US factory expansion

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Daifuku has completed a major expansion of its US subsidiary’s manufacturing plant in Hobart, Indiana, doubling production capacity to meet rising demand for automation systems.

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation (ILUS), which oversees the company’s intralogistics business in North America, will begin operating the expanded facility in October.

The site produces conveyors, sorters, and automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) for distribution centers and manufacturing plants. [Read more…] about Daifuku doubles production capacity with US factory expansion