The MiR250 Hook can autonomously connect to and tow carts that weigh up to 1100 lbs.
Dusty Robotics scoops up $16.5M Series A funding round
Dusty Robotics, the Maker of FieldPrinter a construction layout printing AMR, announces their Series A funding
Velodyne Lidar introduces next-gen Velabit sensor
Velodyne’s solid-state Velabit sensor now has approximately three times more points per second than the previous model.
Nvidia to acquire high-definition map maker DeepMap
Nvidia has agreed to acquire precision mapping technology provider DeepMaps for an undisclosed amount. The deal adds to Nvidia’s growing set of autonomous vehicle technologies.
KUKA releases new version of KUKA.sim
KUKA releases version 4.0 of the KUKA.sim virtual robot simulation software. The release includes advanced programming features along with new safety simulation capabilities.
SICK and Vention partnership simplifies robot guidance deployment
Vention’s manufacturing automation platform accelerates the design and deployment of modular applications for robot guidance systems with SICK.
Similarity of legs, wheels, tracks suggests target for energy-efficient robots
U.S. Army findings suggest human-made legged platforms should be as efficient as wheeled and tracked platforms.
Genesis Robotics launches LiveDrive LDD 1800 Series direct drive actuator
Genesis Robotics launches LiveDrive LDD 1800 series direct-drive actuators, that enable high speed, oil-free, low maintenance operations.
Cobot market to grow to $8B by 2030, report finds
The market had a global valuation of $475 million in 2020, which will expand to $600 million in 2021 and $8 billion in 2030, with a projected CAGR of 32.5%.
Gideon Brothers raises $31 million Series A to expand product line
Gideon Brothers announces it has raised $31 million in Series A investment to expand its AMR product line.
Vecna Robotics names Craig Malloy CEO
Vecna Robotics founder Daniel Theobald will resume his roles as chief innovation officer and executive chairman of the board.
Archer takes off with launch of Maker
Personal, electric VTOL aircraft is about to become a reality with the upcoming launch of the Archer Maker. Launch details in the story.
Oxbotica pilots safety framework for off-road autonomous driving
A Ford Ranger and Range Rover Evoque, retrofitted with Oxbotica’s autonomy software and a full suite of sensors, was recently deployed in a U.K. quarry.
Japan sending transformable robot to Moon in 2022
After its deployed on the Moon, the robot ball transforms into two halves that serve as wheels and allow the robot to move around on the Moon.
Cruise becomes first company authorized to test robotaxi service in California
Cruise becomes the first driverless passenger service to receive a permit to operate within California.
Waymo One now lets you book rides via Google Maps
Waymo One ride hailing service is now visible as an ride-hailing service option to Google Maps users searching for directions within the Phoenix AZ, Waymo service area.
eKAMI opens state-of-the-art robotics training center
The eKentucky Advanced Manufacturing Institute’s new robotics center allows students to train on mobile robots and robot arms for future jobs in manufacturing and logistics.
Realtime Robotics completes $31.4M Series A for motion planning tech
Realtime Robotics developed a processor that can quickly create collision-free motion plans for industrial robots and autonomous vehicles.
Robotics investments recap – May 2021
The Robot Report tracked 36 robotics investments worth at least $581 million in May 2021. There also were three mergers and acquisitions.
Locus Robotics scaling AMR deployments with DHL Supply Chain
DHL Supply Chain is expanding its collaboration with Locus Robotics. By 2022, DHL plans to implement up to 2,000 assisted picking robots globally.
ACEINNA announces OpenIMU335RI a new high performance inertial measurement unit
ACEINNA announces the general availability of the OpenIMU335RI, a rugged inertial measurement unit with CAN and RS232 interfaces. The device includes three independent 3-Axis accelerometers and 3-Axis Gyros
TerraClear picks up $25M to build a robotic rock picker
Rock picking company Terraclear picks up $25M in series A funding, bringing their total funding to date to $38M.