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Continental develops new software solutions for mobile robots on AWS

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Continental Mobile Robots, leveraging the power of Amazon Web Services (AWS), has developed new software solutions for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR).

The engagement focuses on managing the hybrid deployment of Continental’s scalable AMR navigation software stack, which powers multiple product lines such as Intralogistics and Agriculture.

Continental has developed a robot autonomy software stack and worked with the AWS Prototyping and Cloud Engineering (PACE) team to accelerate its innovation journey and implement the first version of this solution.

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Richtech Robotics launches elevator-enabled mobile robot for medical facilities

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Richtech Robotics, a Nevada company and a provider of AI-driven service robots, has launched its latest robot: Medbot, an elevator delivery robot designed to streamline pharmacy operations with uninterrupted, 24/7 medications delivery.

With high operational accuracy, Medbot improves healthcare facility efficiency with a secure delivery, reducing operating costs and improving the overall patient experience.

Medbot furthers Richtech Robotics’ mission of providing high-quality, stable robots to boost employee morale and improve customers’ bottom line. [Read more…] about Richtech Robotics launches elevator-enabled mobile robot for medical facilities

Service robots market growing ‘six times faster’ than industrial robots

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The service robot market has undergone major changes over the past years. AI and machine learning enabled the development of machines capable of performing a variety of tasks with greater accuracy and efficiency than ever before.

As a result, the entire sector has skyrocketed, growing much faster than the industrial robot market.

According to data presented by Altindex.com, the service robots market is expected to grow by 66 percent and reach a value of $55 billion by 2028, showing six times bigger growth than the industrial robots segment.

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ARE installs batteries in demolition robots for cable-free movement

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Briggs & Stratton, an American multinational which produces engines, says it is breaking new ground in the robotics field, as it works with Advanced Robotic Engineering (ARE) to power their range of mobile industrial demolition robots with the Vanguard 48V Si1.5kWh swappable and 48V Fi3.5kWh fixed battery packs. Vanguard is part of the Briggs & Stratton group.

For many years, onsite workers have struggled with needing their demolition machines to be cable powered when moving from one site to another. While one operator controlled the machine, another assisted on navigating the cable.

As a consequence, moving machines was not only complicated and time consuming, but also required the involvement of several people at the job site. A disaster in an industry where uptime is everything and the reduction of total cost of ownership crucial. [Read more…] about ARE installs batteries in demolition robots for cable-free movement

Carpentry 4.0: When robots and saws take over the night shift

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Autonomous and without statutory break times, robots can offer real value to carpentry workshops and boost production. However, acquiring such machines is often associated with high costs. Used machines might offer a viable solution.

Carpentry has been a traditional craft for centuries. Yet, this trade is not exempt from digitalisation and automation through the use of robots.

The development of digitalisation in woodworking began in the mid-1970s with the introduction of the first CNC and electronically controlled machines. By the late 1990s, the first high-performance assembly lines with robotic loading had hit the market. [Read more…] about Carpentry 4.0: When robots and saws take over the night shift

Doosan Robotics partners with Rocketfarm on palletizing solutions

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Doosan Robotics, one of the world’s leading collaborative robot (cobot) manufacturers, formed a strategic partnership with Rocketfarm, a premier provider of palletizing software.

The integration of Rocketfarm’s Pally software with Doosan Robotics’ cobots will streamline palletizing efficiencies across the food and beverage, automotive and consumer packaged goods industries, among others.

Alex Lee, president of Doosan Robotics Americas, says: “This partnership exemplifies Doosan’s commitment to democratizing automation and making advanced robotics technology more accessible to business of all sizes from numerous industries. [Read more…] about Doosan Robotics partners with Rocketfarm on palletizing solutions

Top 10 Future Trends in the Robotics Industry

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The Robotics Industry has given us significant innovations. From industrial swarm robots to AI, the continuously flourishing industry continues to reshape our lives.

In a world of continuous advancement and innovations, staying updated about the latest trends in the robotics industry is imperative.

The advent of CoBots, RaaS, and Soft Robotics has changed how our industries achieve excellence by enhancing their accuracy and proficiency. [Read more…] about Top 10 Future Trends in the Robotics Industry

DHL picks record 500 million items using Locus robots

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DHL Supply, the contract logistics division of DHL, says it has reached the milestone of 500 million picks accomplished using Locus Robotics’ LocusBot autonomous mobile robots.

This achievement underscores the transformative impact of Locus’ AMR technology on productivity and operational efficiency at an unprecedented scale.

The historic 500 millionth pick occurred on May 18, 2024, at DHL’s Toledo, Spain facility, where a LocusBot retrieved a consumer home goods product. [Read more…] about DHL picks record 500 million items using Locus robots

AutoStore establishes new assembly factory in Thailand

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AutoStore, the maker of one of the most widely used automated storage and retrieval systems for warehouses, has opened its assembly factory in Rayong Province, Thailand.

This milestone marks a strategic move in the company’s global expansion efforts, bringing cutting-edge robotics production closer to key markets, including Japan, Korea, and the United States.

With over 1,450 systems distributed across 54 countries, AutoStore is the most widely adopted automated fulfillment system on the planet. [Read more…] about AutoStore establishes new assembly factory in Thailand

Renault brings in 191 Exotec robots to fully automate vehicle parts facility

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Renault Group has unveiled its “new-generation” logistics facility in Villeroy, which is “100 percent automated” and equipped with the system from Exotec, a French industrial robotics company.

Renault says the all-French collaboration is a world first for a car manufacturer.

Skypod robots facilitate the work of operators by picking items at height, thereby eliminating the risk of falling. The time it takes to prepare parts orders is thus divided by 6 and the surface of the storage area on the site is reduced. [Read more…] about Renault brings in 191 Exotec robots to fully automate vehicle parts facility