Robotics & Automation News

Where Innovation Meets Imagination

station

AutoStore unveils its first robotic piece-picking solution

by

AutoStore, the maker of arguably the most widely used automated storage and retrieval systems in the world, has unveiled its latest innovations, saying they redefine efficiency in high-throughput fulfillment.

As businesses face increasing pressure to meet consumer expectations for rapid delivery, new solutions include a cutting-edge robotic piece-picking solution, an advanced workstation, and a powerful software suite designed for peak operational performance.

Additionally, the expanded Pio product range enhances accessibility to automation, while the new service tower simplifies maintenance to ensure maximum uptime. [Read more…] about AutoStore unveils its first robotic piece-picking solution

Skycharger surpasses 500,000 charging sessions on its West Coast network

by

Skycharger, a Skyview Ventures company, says its West Coast Highway Corridor Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) network has achieved the “remarkable milestone” of 500,000 charging sessions.

This achievement underscores the rapid acceleration of electric vehicle (EV) adoption, and highlights Skycharger’s vital role in advancing sustainable transportation across the West Coast.

Johannes Copeland, COO at Skycharger, says: “Reaching the 500,000-session milestone is a testament to the rapid growth of the EV movement and the essential infrastructure that drives it. [Read more…] about Skycharger surpasses 500,000 charging sessions on its West Coast network

Solinftec showcases its new docking station for agricultural robots

by

Solinftec, a developer of artificial intelligence solutions and sustainable agricultural practices, has showcased its newest development in the field of agricultural robotics: the docking station.

Announced at the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, the launch of this new development will allow Solix Ag Robotics to “operate 100 percent autonomously throughout the season, without the need for a manual refill”.

The docking station is autonomous, solar-powered and integrated with the Solix platform. This new technology enables continuous field management by ensuring the robot has access to the necessary products for 24/7 operations. [Read more…] about Solinftec showcases its new docking station for agricultural robots

AES launches first AI-enabled solar installation robot at Amazon power station

by

The AES Corporation, an American utility and power generation company, has introduced “Maximo”, a groundbreaking, AI-powered robot that enhances solar installation speed, efficiency and safety.

Maximo is a first-of-its-kind robotic solution that works alongside construction teams to help meet rapidly growing renewable energy demand.

According to the IEA, by 2035, solar annual additions are expected to triple, and the workforce will need to nearly double.

Maximo can install solar panels in half the time and half the cost, working together with on-the-ground crews to accelerate renewable energy deployment, reducing time-to-power for customers.

[Read more…] about AES launches first AI-enabled solar installation robot at Amazon power station

Flexiv Robotics unveils gecko-inspired gripper and automated cleaning station

by

Flexiv, a developer of general-purpose robotics solutions, has improved its Grav Enhanced gecko-inspired gripper so that it can now be “quickly and effortlessly cleaned via the fully automated Cleaning Station”.

This powerful combination of gripper and cleaner provides the Grav Enhanced not only the ability to lift practically any object weighing up to 5 kg, but also a way of maintaining the gripper’s effectiveness even when manipulating objects covered with surface contaminants like dirt and dust.

Providing a truly general-purpose handling capacity, the Grav Enhanced and the Cleaning Station are set to significantly boost lifting efficiency and expand the utility of Flexiv’s adaptive robots across multiple sectors.

[Read more…] about Flexiv Robotics unveils gecko-inspired gripper and automated cleaning station

Einride opens North America’s ‘largest’ operational charging site for electric freight trucks

by

Einride, a freight mobility company that provides digital, electric and autonomous technology, announced today the opening of its first US Einride Smartcharger Station in Lynwood, California in Los Angeles County.

With 65 chargers and capacity to charge up to 200 vehicles a day, the site is the largest operational charging site for electric heavy duty freight in North America and represents a landmark step for charging infrastructure in the US.

The site was built in collaboration with Voltera, a developer and owner of charging infrastructure for zero-emission vehicle fleets. [Read more…] about Einride opens North America’s ‘largest’ operational charging site for electric freight trucks

Robotize to launch new robot and mobile lift staton at LogiMAT

by

Robotize, a provider of autonomous mobile robots for internal pallet transport, will be presenting a new robot as well as a new mobile lift station at this year’s LogiMAT exhibition.

The new GoPal E22 AMR supports a payload of up to 500 kg and will become the smallest robot in Robotize’s range of AMRs, which includes the GoPal E24 (1,000 kg) and the GoPal E24W/U24W (1,200 kg).

Anders Pjetursson, CEO at Robotize, says: “We have received many requests for an updated entry-level AMR, and we believe that the GoPal E22 is the perfect entry point for manufacturers and warehouses looking to move into the future of automated pallet transportation. [Read more…] about Robotize to launch new robot and mobile lift staton at LogiMAT

ESA marks first steps of new robot in space

by

While the world eagerly awaits the launch of a spacecraft to the Moon, a robot quietly reaches yet another milestone in space. The newest robotic arm outside the International Space Station woke up, stretched and moved a payload effortlessly from one side to the other of the Nauka science module.

The European Robotic Arm (ERA) successfully completed the first transfer following commands from cosmonauts inside the Space Station last week. Teams in Moscow, Russia and at ESA’s control room in the Netherlands monitored the moves, where the image above was taken by the European team on console on 24 August.

This first motion involved unleashing the payload – a single pin latch and its adapter for the cosmonaut support tool – from Nauka, moving it to the other side of the module and then installing it back to the original position. [Read more…] about ESA marks first steps of new robot in space

Amazon to begin drone deliveries in two US states

by

Amazon is preparing to start deliveries of its retail products to its customers by drone. The first areas chosen are Lockeford, in California, and College Station, in Texas.

The world’s largest online retailer says “hundreds of residents have expressed interest in receiving their Amazon orders via drone”, and the company has built new facilities to support the expansion into the air.

The company’s drone service is called Amazon Prime Air, one of only three companies given certificates by the Federal Aviation Authority to operate drone deliveries. [Read more…] about Amazon to begin drone deliveries in two US states

Geek+ to debut new robotics solutions at LogiMAT 2022

by

Geek+, a manufacturer of warehouse automation technology, is returning to the LogiMAT logistics trade show to showcase its latest award-winning autonomous mobile robot solutions, the revolutionary PopPick and RoboShuttle 8 solutions.

Geek+ developed PopPick to transform what a picking station can be by maximizing storage space utilization and throughput capacity while reducing costs by 50 percent and making the working environment more comfortable for warehouse personnel.

PopPick represents the future of warehouse management, with fleets of autonomous robots fetching goods from storage racks and bringing them to warehouse personnel at a central picking station. [Read more…] about Geek+ to debut new robotics solutions at LogiMAT 2022