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Boston Dynamics trains Atlas humanoid robot to pick up and place washing machine

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Boston Dynamics has released new behind-the-scenes footage showing its latest electric humanoid robot, Atlas, performing heavy lifting and manipulation tasks that the company says are designed to prepare the system for real industrial work. (See video below.)

The demonstration centers on Atlas lifting and carrying a mini-fridge weighing roughly 50 pounds, although Boston Dynamics says the robot successfully handled a loaded fridge weighing more than 100 pounds during testing.

The company says the breakthrough is not simply the robot’s physical strength, but the development of AI-driven control systems capable of adapting to “real world adaptability: handling heavy objects by bracing and accounting for the mass and inertia; using whole-body control, not just hands to maneuver”. [Read more…] about Boston Dynamics trains Atlas humanoid robot to pick up and place washing machine

OLO Robotics completes commercial launch with three international manufacturing and distribution partnerships

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OLO Robotics has completed its commercial launch, announcing new manufacturing and distribution partnerships with Deep Robotics, inMotion Robotic, and Fiction Lab as robot companies move to make their hardware accessible to mainstream software teams, not only specialist roboticists.

By integrating OLO’s ROS2-native platform with quadrupeds and mobile robots, these partners are positioning robots as part of the existing software stack rather than separate, bespoke projects.

OLO provides an accessibility layer on top of ROS2, bringing the full robotics development environment into the browser, including cloud simulation, AI-assisted coding, visualisation and sim-to-real deployment. [Read more…] about OLO Robotics completes commercial launch with three international manufacturing and distribution partnerships

‘Humanoid robots show clearer ROI, but commercial success depends on effective output’

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Humanoid robots are moving from prototype validation toward early commercial deployment, with automotive manufacturing and logistics expected to form the core demand base over the next decade.

According to IDTechEx, the humanoid robot market across automotive, logistics, and home-use applications is forecast to grow rapidly over the coming years, reaching approximately $25 billion by the early 2030s before moderating as the market matures toward 2036.

Annual shipments are projected to approach 1.8 million units by 2036, driven primarily by automotive manufacturing, with logistics following and home-use remaining a longer-term opportunity with limited penetration within the forecast period. [Read more…] about ‘Humanoid robots show clearer ROI, but commercial success depends on effective output’

Comau to acquire Brazilian intralogistics and warehouse automation company Invent

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Comau has signed a binding agreement for the acquisition of Invent, a Brazil-based company specializing in intralogistics and warehouse automation solutions, with a strong focus on e-commerce and high-throughput distribution environments.

The closing of the transaction is subject to the satisfaction of customary conditions regarding transactions of this type, including necessary regulatory approvals, and is expected to occur in the third quarter of 2026. Under the terms of the agreement Comau will acquire 100 percent of Invent shares.

After the acquisition of Automha, the binding agreement to acquire Invent represents a further step in Comau’s international expansion strategy and growth plan, which focuses on expanding competencies through the integration of complementary technologies and expertise. [Read more…] about Comau to acquire Brazilian intralogistics and warehouse automation company Invent

Arrive AI using Nvidia Isaac Sim and Blackwell GPUs to develop autonomous drone delivery network

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Arrive AI, an autonomous delivery infrastructure company, says it is accelerating its artificial intelligence and robotics development using Nvidia Isaac Sim and high-performance GPU workstations powered by Nvidia Blackwell architecture.

The company is leveraging simulation-driven AI training to rapidly improve computer vision systems used in real-world automation, robotics, and autonomous delivery environments. [Read more…] about Arrive AI using Nvidia Isaac Sim and Blackwell GPUs to develop autonomous drone delivery network

Deep Robotics launches new wheeled-legged robot for industrial inspection and emergency response

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Deep Robotics has unveiled its next-generation industry-grade wheeled-legged robot, the Lynx M20S. As an iterative upgrade to the Lynx M20, the M20S achieves leapfrog advancements in three core performance areas: load capacity, protection, and speed, significantly improving industry adaptability and operational efficiency.

Designed as an intelligent, hardcore all-terrain operational platform, the launch of the Lynx M20S will further expand the application boundaries in diverse industry scenarios such as power inspection, security patrols, and emergency firefighting.

The Lynx M20S is a new-generation industry-grade wheeled-legged robot purpose-built for complex terrains and hazardous environments. [Read more…] about Deep Robotics launches new wheeled-legged robot for industrial inspection and emergency response

Achieving Dataset Parity to Close the Robotics Training Gap

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It was in 1954 when the world witnessed its first real industrial robot, Unimate, a machine built to perform repetitive factory operations.

Fast forward to 2026: today robots like Unitree GD01 are being trained to learn adaptive mobility, AI decision-making, and terrain navigation.

In just half a century, robotics have evolved from immobile programmable arms into intelligent mobile systems capable of seeing and interacting with the physical environments around them. [Read more…] about Achieving Dataset Parity to Close the Robotics Training Gap

Seacon Logistics selects Dexory to strengthen operational continuity across 90,000 sq m of warehouse space

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Seacon Logistics has selected Dexory to deploy DexoryView across two warehouse locations in Maasbree, the Netherlands. This strengthens the company’s focus on data-driven warehouse operations.

The deployment covers approximately 90,000 square metres of racked warehouse space at Zonneveld 1 and 3, where Seacon Logistics manages general cargo and fast-moving consumer goods under ambient conditions.

The decision reflects increasing pressure on logistics providers to maintain high levels of accuracy and performance while managing workforce constraints and growing operational complexity. [Read more…] about Seacon Logistics selects Dexory to strengthen operational continuity across 90,000 sq m of warehouse space

GreyOrange launches AI warehouse simulator to model automation performance and costs

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GreyOrange has launched a new warehouse simulation platform designed to help operators model automation deployments, estimate costs, and predict system performance before implementing changes on-site.

Called GreyMatter Foundry, the platform combines warehouse flow design, layout planning, and automation sizing within a single simulation environment. The company says the system can model mixed fleets of robots, automation equipment, and human workers operating together across complex fulfillment environments.

The launch reflects growing interest in AI-driven warehouse orchestration systems capable of managing increasingly heterogeneous automation environments, where facilities often combine technologies from multiple vendors alongside manual workflows. [Read more…] about GreyOrange launches AI warehouse simulator to model automation performance and costs

Smart Robotics raises €10 million to expand AI-driven warehouse robotics across Europe

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Dutch warehouse robotics company Smart Robotics has raised €10 million in Series A funding as it looks to expand its AI-driven robotic picking technology across Europe and strengthen its position in the fast-growing warehouse automation market.

The funding round was led by Rotterdamse Havendraken, with participation from Innovation Industries and Dutch family office Ernij Next.

Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Best, the Netherlands, Smart Robotics develops AI-based robotic pick-and-place systems for intralogistics operations. The company says it has deployed more than 120 systems across 15 countries and five industries, executing more than one billion successful robotic picks in live warehouse environments. [Read more…] about Smart Robotics raises €10 million to expand AI-driven warehouse robotics across Europe