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ForwardX Robotics AMRs fulfill more than 26 million orders during global shopping spree

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The boom of e-commerce in recent years has significantly transformed the global business landscape, as evidenced by the remarkable growth in global e-commerce sales.

This year, a record-breaking $9.8 billion was spent by Black Friday shoppers in the US.

The global shopping festival, known as Singles Day or Double 11, saw over 640 million parcels delivered on November 11th alone and in 2022 brought in an estimate $140.5 billion in sales during the 11-day extravaganza. [Read more…] about ForwardX Robotics AMRs fulfill more than 26 million orders during global shopping spree

GXO Logistics testing Agility Robotics’ humanoid

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GXO Logistics, which claims to be the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, says it is conducting a proof-of-concept pilot for Agility Robotics’ human-centric robot “Digit”.

The robot is being tested on logistics tasks at SPANX’s facility in Flowery Branch, Georgia, where GXO manages warehouse operations for the global womenswear brand’s direct-to-consumer and in-store orders.

Adrian Stoch, chief automation officer, GXO, says: “We’re excited to take this pioneering step with Agility in the evolution of technology in warehouse operations. [Read more…] about GXO Logistics testing Agility Robotics’ humanoid

Reliable Robotics flies large cargo aircraft with no one on board

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Reliable Robotics, a specialist in aircraft automation systems, says it has achieved “a significant milestone” in its work to bring advanced safety-enhancing technologies to market in the United States.

Last month’s successful flight of a Cessna 208B Caravan with no one on board was a first for aviation. A remote pilot supervised the uncrewed aircraft from Reliable’s control center 50 miles away. For a 360° experience inside the cockpit, view and scroll around at: https://youtu.be/0W5JHIHq40Q

The Reliable autonomous flight system enables the aircraft to be remotely operated by a pilot on the ground and improves safety by fully automating the aircraft through all phases of operation including taxi, takeoff and landing. [Read more…] about Reliable Robotics flies large cargo aircraft with no one on board

Dexterity introduces robotic print and apply palletizer

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Dexterity, a provider of AI systems for warehouse robots, has launched its Robotic Print and Apply Palletizer.

Targeting operations in third-party logistics (3PL), retail, and consumer packaged goods (CPG) that require case-level labeling, Dexterity’s Robotic Print and Apply Palletizer provides a one-robot workflow to ensure Amazon Routing, SSCC, or SKU barcodes are applied to each case in a pallet before shipment.

With the adoption of new Fulfillment Network Stock Keeping Unit (FNSKU) and other labeling requirements in the past year, shippers have needed to add another intensively manual process to their workflows. [Read more…] about Dexterity introduces robotic print and apply palletizer

Unchained Robotics raises €5.5m in new funding

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Making truly plug-and-play robotics technologies accessible to every company is the goal of Paderborn, Germany-based start-up Unchained Robotics.

The automation platform covers over a dozen robotics manufacturers, finally offering SMEs broad-based access to standard robotics.

The new €5.5 million of capital will continue to fuel their global expansion and deepen their services and partnerships. [Read more…] about Unchained Robotics raises €5.5m in new funding

ABB launches new SCARA robot for pick-and-place and assembly operations

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ABB Robotics is expanding its industrial SCARA robot portfolio with the addition of the IRB 930. The new robot, compromising three variants capable of handling 12 kg and 22 kg payloads, has been designed to meet the demands of new growth opportunities in traditional and new markets.

Marc Segura, president of ABB Robotics, says: “Our latest SCARA addition broadens our portfolio, offering our customers even more automation choices.

“Whether 3C, automotive electronics, electric vehicle battery cells or solar panels, our new IRB 930’s higher payload and longer reach brings the performance advantages of our wider SCARA range to new and traditional segments alike. [Read more…] about ABB launches new SCARA robot for pick-and-place and assembly operations

Fugro strengthens position in marine robotics with acquisition of Sea-Kit International

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Fugro has reached a binding agreement for the acquisition of the remaining shares in Sea-Kit International, a long-standing partner in the development of hi-tech uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) for low carbon emission maritime operations and research.  [Read more…] about Fugro strengthens position in marine robotics with acquisition of Sea-Kit International

Richtech Robotics rings the Nasdaq opening bell

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Richtech Robotics, a developer of advanced robotic technologies focused on transforming labor-intensive services in hospitality, healthcare and other sectors currently experiencing unprecedented labor shortages, recently visited the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square and rang the opening bell.

In honor of the occasion, ADAM, the company’s AI-enabled humanoid robot, rings the Opening Bell.

This marks the first time a dual armed robot with vision and speaking capabilities will be participating in the prestigious ceremony, which includes a dedicated pre-bell speech.

Augmentus raises $5 million to expand ‘no-code robotics’ offering

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Augmentus, a developer of “no-code” robotics software, has successfully raised $5 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Sierra Ventures, along with Cocoon Capital.

Conventional robot programming is fragmented and costly, requiring extensive training and expertise due to proprietary programming languages. This results in 75 percent of lifetime costs being attributed to software and programming.

The industrial robotics software market is expected to reach $47 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 27 percent. Augmentus aims to disrupt this market. [Read more…] about Augmentus raises $5 million to expand ‘no-code robotics’ offering

Navigating Robotics Cybersecurity: Comprehensive Solutions for Emerging Challenges

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As the world increasingly embraces robotics in various sectors, from manufacturing and healthcare to personal assistance and entertainment, the importance of cybersecurity in this domain has escalated.

Robotics systems, which often handle sensitive data and perform critical tasks, present unique cybersecurity challenges.

These challenges necessitate a comprehensive approach to ensure these systems are secure, reliable, and trustworthy. [Read more…] about Navigating Robotics Cybersecurity: Comprehensive Solutions for Emerging Challenges

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