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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

Carbon Robotics raises $70 million Series D investment round

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Carbon Robotics, a developer of AI-powered, autonomous farming vehicles and technology, has raised $70 million in Series D financing.

The financing was led by new investor BOND with participation from existing investors NVentures (Nvidia’s venture capital arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital.

This round brings total company funding to $157 million. As part of the financing, Mood Rowghani, general partner at BOND, will join Carbon Robotics’ Board of Directors.

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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

The Rise of Industrial Robotics and AGVs in Material Handling

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In recent years, industrial robotics and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) have significantly transformed material handling operations across various industries.

With companies striving for greater efficiency, safety, and reduced operational costs, these technologies are becoming essential in warehouses, factories, and distribution centers.

This shift not only highlights the increasing role of automation but also reshapes the landscape of equipment use – especially in sectors that depend on forklifts and other heavy machinery. [Read more…] about The Rise of Industrial Robotics and AGVs in Material Handling

How Automation and Robotics Drive Fleet Efficiency for Pre-Owned Trucks

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Pre-owned trucks are the bread and butter of many business fleets, and while they might have a lot of miles on the clock, modern tech is having a major impact on how these vehicles are managed.

If you’re unfamiliar with the influence of automation on the operation of second-hand commercial vehicles, here’s a look at the ample number of upsides that are made possible by this relationship. [Read more…] about How Automation and Robotics Drive Fleet Efficiency for Pre-Owned Trucks

Simbe unveils retail solution to deliver daily sales data to brands and vendors

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The retail industry is embracing technology at an increasingly rapid clip, applying AI and automation to accelerate growth.

However, automation is only as effective as its data foundation, underscoring the critical need to address the data desert that exists on store shelves and impacts the entire retail ecosystem.

In response, Simbe Robotics, the only provider of multimodal Store Intelligence solutions, has launched Simbe Brand Insights, a groundbreaking solution that equips retailers’ vendor partners with near real-time shelf intelligence for the first time, redefining the traditional retail operations model. [Read more…] about Simbe unveils retail solution to deliver daily sales data to brands and vendors

Universal Robots expands ‘beyond the welding cart’ at FABTECH 2024

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Universal Robots continues to blaze the trail in the cobot welding landscape, featuring new advanced welding solutions for multi-axis, coordinated welding.

New cobot capabilities were also showcased in extended reach and portability applications, and in tasks such as laser restoration, finishing, and press brake tending.

The line between traditional automation and collaborative robots continues to grey as cobots take on more advanced welding tasks. Since Universal Robots (UR) introduced North America’s first cobot welder at FABTECH 2017, cobot welding has come a long way in a short time. [Read more…] about Universal Robots expands ‘beyond the welding cart’ at FABTECH 2024