Figure will use the funding to develop its Figure 01 humanoid, build out its AI data pipeline for autonomous operations and drive towards commercialization.
Open Robotics releases ROS 2 Iron Irwini
Iron Irwini is the largest ROS 2 release yet in terms of features. We take a look at some of the highlights of the ninth ROS 2 release.
Agility Robotics names Melonee Wise CTO
The Fetch Robotics co-founder will be working on software and technology systems for deploying fleets of Digit humanoids in warehouses all over the country.
Ocado acquiring 6 River Systems from Shopify
Ocado Group is acquiring autonomous mobile robot maker 6 River Systems from Shopify for an undisclosed amount.
Harmonic Drive showcasing latest in advanced motion control at Robotics Summit
Harmonic Drive will showcase its latest motion control technologies and discuss how to simplify the design of a robotic joint without compromising performance, reliability or advanced features.
Meet the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards Winners
The RBR50 celebrates worldwide robotics innovation and the forward-thinking organizations behind them.
Meet the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards Winners
The RBR50 celebrates worldwide robotics innovation and the forward-thinking organizations behind them.
MATLAB development toolbox receives UR+ certification
MATLAB provides capabilities for cobots to move more efficiently and productively by perceiving dynamically changing workspaces and sophisticated robot algorithms.
A roadmap to successfully commercializing robots
Learn from four robotics industry experts about the road to commercialization at the Robotics Summit & Expo.
Takeaways from ProMat 2023
Listen to this week’s episode for a recap of all of the cool robots at ProMat 2023.
The state of material handling automation
Latest warehouse automation trends reveal the market has been on a tear in recent years, driven by the need to augment operations with flexible automation to weather the next supply chain shock and address critical labor shortages.
Automotive industry sets record by employing 1M robots
According to the IFR, the operational stock of robots in the automotive industry reached about one million units. This represents about one-third of the total number installed across all industries.
Next-gen Digit humanoid wants to automate logistics tasks
Digit is being built to carry out bulk material handlings tasks in warehouses and distribution centers.
Robotics Summit names MassRobotics strategic partner
MassRobotics will serve as the exclusive strategic partner for the Robotics Summit & Expo to be held on May 10-11 in Boston.
ABB spending $20M to expand U.S. robotics factory
Nearly 90% of ABB robots delivered to customers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and South America will soon be made in Auburn Hills, Mich.
Full set of design files released for PR2 robot
You can now access resources such as wiring diagrams, schematics, cable and assembly drawings and everything else related to the most advanced research and development platform of its time.
Ambi deploying parcel sorting robots at OSM warehouses
Ambi will deploy its A-Series bin-fed and conveyor-fed sorting robots to OSM’s U.S. warehouse locations in a four-year RaaS deal.
Robotics Summit early bird registration ends March 9
Buy your conference passes before March 9 to save 50% on full access to the world’s leading commercial robotics development event.
Robotics Summit early bird registration ends March 9
Buy your conference passes before March 9 to save 50% on full access to the world’s leading commercial robotics development event.
John Deere acquires SparkAI’s human-in-the-loop tech
John Deere uses SparkAI’s human-in-the-loop technology on its autonomous tractors to resolve edge cases in real time.
Form & Function Robotics Challenge teams announced
MassRobotics challenge calls for teams to create a robot that delivers a compelling form factor specific to its tasks. Finalists will be on display at Robotics Summit & Expo.
Robotics Summit & Expo full conference agenda
More than 60 industry leaders will be on stage at the Robotics Summit & Expo (May 10-11 in Boston), the premier event for commercial robotics development.