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Rosendin to showcase robotic solar installation system at Texas job site

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Rosendin, which claims to be the largest employee-owned electrical contractor in the US, is preparing to publicly demonstrate a new robotic system designed to accelerate the construction of solar energy projects. (See video below.)

The showcase, scheduled for April 17 at a utility-scale solar site in West Texas, will feature a three-part autonomous robotic system developed to install photovoltaic (PV) panels more quickly and safely than traditional manual methods.

The robotics platform is the result of a multi-year collaboration between Rosendin’s Renewable Energy Group and ULC Technologies, a company known for its robotic innovations in the energy sector. [Read more…] about Rosendin to showcase robotic solar installation system at Texas job site

Volvo begins autonomous truck operations for DHL in Texas

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Volvo Autonomous Solutions (VAS) and DHL Supply Chain have taken a significant step towards transforming freight transportation with the launch of autonomous operations in the United States.

The operations will be enabled by the purpose-built, production-ready Volvo VNL Autonomous which is powered by the Aurora Driver. The start of operations marks a critical phase in validating the full ecosystem required for autonomous transport at scale.

At this stage, a safety driver will be present to monitor performance and ensure seamless integration into existing logistic networks. Freight will initially be hauled on two lanes, Dallas to Houston and Fort Worth to El Paso. [Read more…] about Volvo begins autonomous truck operations for DHL in Texas

Jamco ‘improves efficiency and employee safety’ at distribution centers with DexoryView

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Since announcing its expansion to the North American market in February 2024, Dexory, a data intelligence company, has seen significant growth in the market.

It has deployed its AI-powered robotics and analysis solution, DexoryView, for innovative customers across six states already. Its latest customer is Texas based Jamco Group, marking the first deployment of the technology in the “Lone Star State.”

Jamco Group is using AI-powered robotics and digital twin technology to gain a deeper understanding into its operations across its distribution centers. [Read more…] about Jamco ‘improves efficiency and employee safety’ at distribution centers with DexoryView

Flytrex achieves 100,000 drone deliveries

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Flytrex, an airborne food delivery service, says it has made 100,000 drone delivery across its locations in North Carolina and Texas, making it “the largest operation of its kind in the United States”.

As the only company to achieve 100,000 commercial food deliveries by drone, Flytrex has seen 70 percent of the households in their delivery areas use the service.

By putting the most beloved food brands in America in customers’ hands, Flytrex is specifically tailored for on-demand deliveries in the underserved suburban market where the majority of Americans live. [Read more…] about Flytrex achieves 100,000 drone deliveries

Duke vs. Texas Tech: A Clash of Titans in College Basketball

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Get prepared for an epic showdown as Duke vs. Texas Tech face off in a high-stakes college basketball in shape. This article explores the history, key players, techniques, and predictions for this thrilling sport.

College basketball enthusiasts mark your calendars because an electrifying showdown is on the horizon. Duke and Texas Tech, basketball powerhouses, are set to move head-to-head in a particularly expected conflict.

In this comprehensive article, we will delve deep into the records of those two groups, spotlight key gamers, dissect their strategies, and make some predictions for what promises to be an unforgettable recreation. [Read more…] about Duke vs. Texas Tech: A Clash of Titans in College Basketball

Slamcore extends its spatial intelligence to Texas Instruments Arm-based processors

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Slamcore says its spatial intelligence algorithms have been optimized for the Texas Instruments (TI) TDA4x family of processors.

Combining Slamcore’s Spatial Intelligence software with the TI TDA4x processor family enables highly accurate and robust localization, mapping and perception suitable for a range of industrial robotics and automation tasks.

ProMat 2023 in Chicago, demonstrated the significant interest in robotic and autonomous solutions in supply chain and manufacturing logistics. [Read more…] about Slamcore extends its spatial intelligence to Texas Instruments Arm-based processors

ABB robots help tackle Covid by automating testing, research and diagnostics

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ABB Robotics has developed an automated neutralizing antibody testing system with the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) that is the most effective means of determining an individual’s immunity to various strains of Covid.

Developed by ABB Robotics, Life Sciences and Healthcare Lab, located at the Texas Medical Center Campus in Houston, Texas, the system dramatically increases the number of neutralizing antibody tests performed, from 15 to over 1,000 daily.

With a greater number of people assessed for immunity against the different strains of the Covid virus, automating the testing will help UTMB researchers gain a greater understanding of the effectiveness of Covid vaccines. [Read more…] about ABB robots help tackle Covid by automating testing, research and diagnostics

Indy Autonomous Challenge to race at iconic Texas speedway

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The Indy Autonomous Challenge will return to racing at another iconic track with “The Indy Autonomous Challenge Powered by Cisco” at the Texas Motor Speedway on Friday, November 11th in Fort Worth, Texas.

This follows a record setting competition at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway last October, and making history at CES 2022 in January with the world’s first-ever, head-to-head autonomous racing competition.

Presenting sponsor Cisco Systems will enable critical in-vehicle and car-to-trackside connectivity with Dallara AV-21 racecars using ultra-low latency wireless technology for the head-to-head autonomous racecar competition where nine IAC teams will seek to compete. [Read more…] about Indy Autonomous Challenge to race at iconic Texas speedway

Lyft plans ‘fully autonomous future’ as it starts driverless car rides to customers in Austin, Texas

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Riders in Austin, Texas can now select an autonomous vehicle in the Lyft app to help them get around their city.

This marks the first time that a commercial autonomous service is available in Austin, Texas and marks the third city where Lyft riders can hail an autonomous ride along with Miami, Florida and Las Vegas, Nevada.

Most people’s first autonomous vehicle experience will be on a ride hailing network like Lyft. For riders in Austin, this new ride mode looks just like any other Lyft ride. Riders can hail an autonomous vehicle (a Ford self-driving car powered by Argo AI technology) directly in the Lyft app for the same price as a normal Lyft ride. [Read more…] about Lyft plans ‘fully autonomous future’ as it starts driverless car rides to customers in Austin, Texas

Amazon to begin drone deliveries in two US states

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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