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Kawasaki Robotics unveils new collaborative robots

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Kawasaki Robotics has unveiled its new range of collaborative robots (cobots) at the Automate event, recently held in Chicago.

Powered with partner Neura Robotics’ robotic assistant platform, the CL Series combines all the safety and intuitiveness that standard cobots are known for with a solid, robust design that unlocks the speed and productivity of industrial robotics to offer limitless user flexibility.

Kawasaki Robotics also showed off new applications using the Kawasaki R Series and BX Series of reliable, precise and Ai-enabled industrial robots, all created in close collaboration with partners such as Mech Mind, CRG Automation, AMT Precision Parts and Olis Robotics. [Read more…] about Kawasaki Robotics unveils new collaborative robots

Third Wave Automation launches fleet management solution for warehouse robots

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Third Wave Automation, provider of autonomous high-reach forklifts powered by Shared Autonomy, has announced the commercial availability of its Armada Fleet Management System (FMS), the central interface for the company’s Shared Autonomy Platform.

Third Wave Automation is the first company to offer proactive collision avoidance and tools to minimize the time it takes to address delays that could impact pallet movement and throughput.

The Armada FMS enables a single operator to safely and effectively manage multiple TWA Reach and TWA Extended Reach forklifts simultaneously.

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Association for Advancing Automation to hold event for humanoid robots

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The latest technology and application advances for humanoid robots will be the focus of the Humanoid Robot Forum hosted by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) on Monday, October 7, at the Renasant Convention Center in Memphis, Tennessee.

The new educational conference will be held in conjunction with A3’s successful Autonomous Mobile Robots & Logistics Conference, sponsored by FedEx, on October 8-10, also at the Renasant Convention Center.

The previous Autonomous Mobile Robots & Logistics Conference in Memphis in 2021 attracted over 650 industry leaders. [Read more…] about Association for Advancing Automation to hold event for humanoid robots

BYD integrates ForwardX robots into battery production line

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BYD, one of the largest automakers in China, which is itself the world’s largest car market, is partnering with ForwardX Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots, to implement what they describe as “groundbreaking automation solutions” in BYD’s battery production line.

BYD is fast becoming one of the world’s leading electric vehicle companies, and ForwardX says the new robotic implementation heralds “a new era of efficiency and eco-friendly manufacturing”.

In response to the surging demand for batteries in the electric vehicle market, BYD has transformed its production process by integrating ForwardX Robotics’ AMRs and customized autonomous forklifts.

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Robots in Healthcare: What’s New?

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Healthcare robots are transforming medical care by taking on routine tasks, enhancing surgical precision, and offering emotional support to patients.

These machines range from surgical assistants to service robots that deliver medication and companionship robots that interact with patients.

Their integration into healthcare settings is making care delivery more efficient and humane, promising better outcomes and improved healthcare experiences. [Read more…] about Robots in Healthcare: What’s New?

Kiwibot acquires Auto Mobility Solutions

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Kiwibot, a start-up known for its AI-powered autonomous delivery robots on US college campuses, is to acquire Auto Mobility Solutions (AMS) a Taipei-based IC Chip developer for AI mobile self-driving core technology and robot cybersecurity.

This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in both companies’ journeys towards innovation and safeguarding privacy in the robotics industry, particularly for intelligent robots sourced from China and deployed in the Western markets.

Bringing AMS under its wing, Kiwibot gains a team renowned for its technological prowess and will have the right to use over 100 licensed patents in robotics.

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Nickelytics and Starship release robots at UCLA and Utah universities

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Nickelytics, a venture-backed B2B adtech startup, announced a new partnership with Starship Technologies, the world’s leading provider of autonomous delivery services.

This new partnership expands the company’s work in robotics by launching a transformative advertising campaign on two campuses where Starship operates, the University of Utah and UCLA.

This alliance paves the way for brands and advertisers to connect directly with the student population, integrating seamlessly into their daily lives, with the goal of expanding to all 50 campuses that Starship serves. [Read more…] about Nickelytics and Starship release robots at UCLA and Utah universities

Tennant releases full specs of its first purpose-built robotic floor scrubber

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Tennant, a designer and manufacturer of floor cleaning robots, has unveiled the full specification and capabilities of the X4 ROVR autonomous floor scrubber, its first purpose-built autonomous floor cleaning machine and fourth robotic scrubber in its product line.

Engineered from the ground up for autonomous operation and powered by the next generation BrainOS Robotics Platform from autonomous technology partner Brain Corp, the X4 ROVR robotic scrubber delivers unparalleled cleaning performance and adaptability across numerous commercial environments, including retail, healthcare, education, as well as multiple Building Service Contractor (BSC) applications where optimized productivity is crucial to success.

Its state-of-the-art computer vision technology and compact dimensions gives the X4 ROVR the ability to intelligently navigate narrow and congested spaces. [Read more…] about Tennant releases full specs of its first purpose-built robotic floor scrubber

Pramac partners with BlueBotics to launch line of ANT driven mobile robots

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Pramac and BlueBotics have agreed a partnership which sees BlueBotics providing ANT navigation technology and fleet management software for Pramac’s new line of X-ACT mobile logistics robots.

Sold under Pramac’s new business unit, called Lifter Mobile Robotics, three X-ACT mobile robots are available currently, with several more in the pipeline.

Federico Piersimoni, business group director of Pramac’s material handling division, says: “When we created Lifter Mobile Robotics, we wanted to build on our expertise in the field of material handling equipment by integrating the best and latest technologies possible, to ensure these products are plug and play ready and reliable. [Read more…] about Pramac partners with BlueBotics to launch line of ANT driven mobile robots

Civ Robotics shows how to improve pre-construction surveying efficiency by using robots and precision positioning

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Managing a construction project from planning stage to execution in the real world is replete with challenges. Whether a company is building a sprawling solar farm or laying lines on the road, precision is paramount. Errors of just a few inches can have massive implications that can lead to critical delays and cost overruns.

In this new case study, Civ Robotics explains how Point One’s Polaris RTK precision technology has been instrumental in lowering their operating costs and streamlining processes for many of its high-precision layout projects.

Land surveying is a critical stage in the construction layout process, during which workers use various forms of global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) to mark specific locations for builders. Because this process demands a high degree of precision, all GNSS readings must be validated and corrected to ensure accuracy, sometimes within even a few centimeters. [Read more…] about Civ Robotics shows how to improve pre-construction surveying efficiency by using robots and precision positioning