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Boston Dynamics partners with Robotics & AI Institute to develop reinforcement learning for humanoid robots

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Boston Dynamics and the Robotics & AI Institute (formerly The AI Institute) have formed a partnership to advance humanoid robots through reinforcement learning.

Together, the two organizations will establish a shared reinforcement learning training pipeline for the new electric Atlas robot to build dynamic and generalizable mobile manipulation behavior.

The work, which kicked off this month, brings together two of the industry’s leading research teams to advance robot technology and to produce new capabilities on Atlas. [Read more…] about Boston Dynamics partners with Robotics & AI Institute to develop reinforcement learning for humanoid robots

Tennant Company begins manufacturing cleaning robots in Europe ‘to meet rising demand’

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Tennant Company, a designer and manufacturer of cleaning robots, will, for the first time, manufacture its T16AMR autonomous robotic floor scrubber at its Uden manufacturing facility in the Netherlands.

The milestone marks the first of Tennant’s Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) fleet to be locally manufactured in Europe, further strengthening the Company’s commitment to sustainability and to support growing regional demand and more efficiently deliver exceptional customer experiences and local support.

The T16AMR, powered by Brain Corp’s cutting-edge BrainOS AI technology, delivers a differentiated high-performance autonomous cleaning tailored to the rigorous demands of industrial and commercial facilities. [Read more…] about Tennant Company begins manufacturing cleaning robots in Europe ‘to meet rising demand’

Locus Robotics and The Quality Group partner to ‘transform fulfillment operations’ in Germany

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Locus Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots and AI-driven warehouse automation, and The Quality Group (TQG), one of Germany’s fastest-growing e-commerce companies, have agreed a partnership to deploy the LocusOne mobile robotics platform at TQG’s new 40,000 sq m fulfillment center in Elsdorf, Germany.

Full deployment is set to begin in just a few weeks, with plans to scale significantly over the coming months to enable TQG to meet the growing demand for its high-quality, locally produced products.

The Quality Group is a standout success in the European eCommerce landscape, rapidly expanding its market presence with innovative brands like ESN and More Nutrition. [Read more…] about Locus Robotics and The Quality Group partner to ‘transform fulfillment operations’ in Germany

Zebra Technologies increases productivity with ‘30 percent fewer robots’

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Zebra Technologies, a supply chain workflow specialist, has expanded its Zebra Symmetry Fulfillment, a “comprehensive solution” that utilizes the company’s new Zebra Connect Fulfillment autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), wearable technologies, software, and analytics designed to increase productivity and reduce costs in warehouse operations.

This AI-powered solution combines the functions of a warehouse execution system (WES) with robot fleet management and powerful analytics.

Using the new Zebra Symmetry Connect Fulfillment AMR, the solution enables frontline workers to load and unload orders to and from carts without requiring the AMR to remain permanently attached to each cart. This increases utilization and reduces the number of AMRs required in the fulfillment system. [Read more…] about Zebra Technologies increases productivity with ‘30 percent fewer robots’

Ambi Robotics launches AI-powered robotic stacking solution for warehouse operations

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Ambi Robotics, a provider of AI-powered robotic sorting and stacking solutions for warehouse operations, has unveiled AmbiStack, a robotic system designed to automate the complex process of stacking items onto pallets or into containers achieving maximum density.

With the global warehouse automation market projected to surpass $55 billion by 2030, AmbiStack addresses a critical demand for efficiency and scalability in supply chain operations.

AmbiStack empowers warehouse operations across manufacturing, distribution, and ecommerce sectors by rapidly and reliably stacking high-density mixed SKUs, reducing downstream transportation costs. [Read more…] about Ambi Robotics launches AI-powered robotic stacking solution for warehouse operations

Comau provides Geely with ‘powerful’ multi-robot solution

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Industrial automation specialist Comau has provided Geely, one of China’s largest automotive brands, with a ‘powerful process solution’ using multiple robots to install motor rotors

The rapid market evolution of new energy vehicles (NEV) is revolutionizing electric drive systems, propelling motor assemblies toward unprecedented levels of integration, higher voltage capabilities, and enhanced power outputs.

As the driver of energy conversion, the electric motor plays a pivotal role in determining a vehicle’s efficiency, reliability, and overall performance.

At the heart of every motor are the stator and rotor, two critical components that define its operational excellence. [Read more…] about Comau provides Geely with ‘powerful’ multi-robot solution

Teradyne Robotics and Analog Devices agree strategic partnership

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Teradyne Robotics has agreed a strategic partnership with Analog Devices (ADI), one of the world’s leading semiconductor companies, with the aim of accelerating the development and usage of advanced robotics.

Teradyne Robotics, which is the parent company of Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots, will partner with ADI to develop and deploy robots, AI and software in support of ADI’s collaborative automation initiative, which aims to enhance safety, efficiency and optimize fabrication and backend operations through automation.

These solutions will address key challenges facing the semiconductor market, including ergonomic issues due to highly repetitive tasks, manufacturing downtime, insufficient workforce, and real estate constraints. [Read more…] about Teradyne Robotics and Analog Devices agree strategic partnership

Gausium awards SoftBank Robotics America ‘elite certification’

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SoftBank Robotics America (SBRA), one of the world’s largest robotics companies and developer of industrial cleaning robots, has received the highest recognition and certification – Platinum Service Elite – from its partner and autonomous cleaning solutions provider, Gausium.

Gausium awarded SoftBank Robotics America (SBRA) with uts highest recognition and certification.

The Platinum Service Elite certification in was awarded by Gausium in recognition of SBRA’s successful work in delivering value in large scaled complex environments. [Read more…] about Gausium awards SoftBank Robotics America ‘elite certification’

Indian robotics company Ati Motors raises $20 million to expand its market

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Ati Motors, a developer of AI and autonomous robotics, has closed $20 million Series B investment led by Walden Catalyst Ventures (WCV) and NGP Capital (NGP) with participation from current investors including True Ventures, Exfinity Venture Partners, Athera Venture Partners and Blume Ventures.

The funding comes on the heels of Ati Motors exceptional performance, marked by a tripled order book in Q4 2024 and the addition of nine industry leading clients.

Ati Motors expertise in robotics, artificial intelligence, and manufacturing, is revolutionizing how the industrial sector approaches automation. [Read more…] about Indian robotics company Ati Motors raises $20 million to expand its market

Top 5 global robotics trends 2025, according to the IFR

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The global market value of industrial robot installations has reached an all-time high of $16.5 billion.

Future demand will be driven by a number of technological innovations, market forces and new fields of business. The International Federation of Robotics has released what it says will be the top 5 trends for the robotics industry for 2025. [Read more…] about Top 5 global robotics trends 2025, according to the IFR