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Red Cat wins U.S. Army next-gen drone contract over Skydio

Robotics Business Review

Red Cat’s Black Widow drone features forward-looking obstacle-avoidance capabilities and an integrated FLIR Prism AI software stack. | Source: Red Cat Red Cat Holdings Inc. this week announced that it won the U.S. Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance, or SRR, program of record contract. The company replaced Skydio on this contract. The U.S. Army set an initial acquisition target of 5,880 systems over a five-year period.

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From the Garden State to the Magnolia State: Mississippi Polymer Institute Provides Solutions to Technology Challenges

NIST

As a manufacturer, you sometimes face technical challenges beyond the scope of your in-house expertise or experience. It is important to focus on finding the right partners and advisors to help you navigate these obstacles and remain competitive. The Mississippi Polymer Institute ( MPI ), based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is one of those resources.

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Teleo raises $16.2M to scale supervised autonomy for heavy equipment

Robotics Business Review

Teleo revealed this week it raised $16.2 million in Series A extension funds. The new funding will be used to scale customer deployments of semi- autonomous heavy equipment, continue expanding into new industries beyond construction, and enhance its AI capabilities. Palo Alto, Calif.-based Teleo announced new orders for 34 machines from 9 new customers across pulp and paper, logging, port logistics, munition clearing, and agriculture industries.

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ZEV transition needs carrots not sticks – and facts, not fiction

SMMT

This week’s discussion with Ministers and major automotive manufacturers about the EV transition was an important reminder of the industry’s support for UK economic growth and decarbonisation. Having already collectively committed hundreds of billions of pounds to developing zero emission vehicles and services, businesses across the entire value chain are in the midst of an immensely complex and costly transformation.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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How AI, perception are shaping mobile robotics

Robotics Business Review

The Robot Report Podcast · AI at the Edge: How perception and AI are shaping mobile robotics In Episode 173 of The Robot Report Podcast , co-host Steve Crowe and I catch up on the news of the week, including several recent stories about mobile manipulators. Featured interview with RGO Robotics and Wheel.Me In the featured interview this week, I talk to Amir Bousani, CEO of RGO Robotics, and Jacob Petersen, chief commercial officer of Wheel.Me.

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maxon unveils High Efficiency Joint 70 actuator for dynamic robots

Robotics Business Review

maxon’s new High Efficiency Joint HEJ 70-48-50 provides 50 Nm and 28 rad/s at the joint. | Credit: maxon maxon today launched its High Efficiency Joint (HEJ) 70-48-50 , the newest addition to the company’s High Efficiency Robotic Joints portfolio. maxon said this advanced actuator sets new standards in torque density and efficiency. The HEJ 70-48-50 is designed for a variety of autonomous mobile robots that work in unstructured environments, including humanoids , quadrupeds , exoskeletons

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Surface-mount USB-C series handles 48 V power

Design World

Same Sky’s Interconnect Group announced the expansion of its USB Type C connectors line with a range of new models conforming to the USB 2.0 standard. The UJ20 family boasts ultra-compact package lengths as low as 5.9 mm, making them ideal for space-constrained designs where board real estate is at a premium. These USB 2.0 Type […] The post Surface-mount USB-C series handles 48 V power appeared first on Design World.

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Northvolt says that Que. battery plant will proceed despite their bankruptcy filing

Canadian Manufacturing

Northvolt AB has filed for bankruptcy protection in the United States, but said the move will not jeopardize the manufacturer’s planned electric vehicle battery plant in Quebec — though hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars invested in the parent company could be lost. Amid a sputtering global market for EVs, the Sweden-based outfit and several subsidiaries filed for a court-supervised reorganization of its debt and assets under Chapter 11 of the U.S. bankruptcy code.

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What Do You Know About PoE Systems?

Automation World

Test your knowledge on Power over Ethernet to help better understand its application in industrial automation systems.

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The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition

The world of manufacturing is evolving—and so must the factories that drive it. This eBook reveals five transformative strategies that can help manufacturers gain a lasting competitive edge. Through insights from aerospace leaders, energy innovators, and the factories of tomorrow, we show how manufacturers are moving beyond traditional approaches. From building smarter, adaptable systems to embracing iterative design and fostering resilient cultures, these strategies are shaping the future of pr

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Ont. announces $92M investment to support made-in-province research and innovation

Canadian Manufacturing

TORONTO — The Ontario government is supporting made-in-Ontario solutions with an investment of over $92 million in research projects at universities, colleges, research institutes and research hospitals across the province. The funding, delivered through the Ontario Research Fund, supports research that will advance knowledge, drive innovation and create a better future for the people of Ontario.

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Operational Efficiency Through Data-Driven OEE

MESA

Operational Efficiency Through Data-Driven OEEby Bill Rokos, CTO, Parsec AutomationAs Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing reshape the modern industrial landscape, automation is helping today’s manufacturers tackle new challenges and changes head-on.

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Ports predicted to drive autonomous crane market past $6 billion by 2030

Robotics Automation News

Ports are receiving significant investment to both optimize and automate daily operations. According to global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, revenues for autonomous cranes in ports will surpass $6 billion globally by 2030, with Asia-Pacific (APAC) taking up over half of the market.

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Duchesnay Pharmaceutical Group wins 2024 Life Sciences Innovation Award

Canadian Manufacturing

Éric Gervais, President, Manon Vranderick, Vice President, Product Development and Manufacturing Strategy, Michael Gallo, Vice President, Regulatory & Medical Affairs (CNW Group/Duchesnay Pharmaceutical Group (DPG)) BLAINVILLE — Duchesnay Pharmaceutical Group (DPG) says that they have been named the winner of the 2024 Life Sciences Innovation Award by ADRIQ, the Association for the Development of Research and Innovation of Quebec.

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Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?

As automation continues to evolve, the demand for smarter, more integrated solutions will only grow. The Accuride FULLELECTRIC® is a new approach to powered linear motion that represents the next evolution in system design. By integrating compact electric actuators directly into Accuride's industry leading drawer slides, this approach addresses the pain points of traditional systems while delivering reliable performance.

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MassRobotics partners with Chewy to launch $30,000 prize competition

Robotics Automation News

MassRobotics, in collaboration with Chewy, a pet food and care products retailer, has launched the CHAMP (Chewy Autonomous Mobile Picking) Challenge. This innovation challenge invites robotics developers and innovators to tackle a pressing issue in warehouse automation: designing a system that efficiently grasps, lifts, and places heavy, awkwardly shaped items in confined warehouse spaces.

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The Importance of Air Preparation in Pneumatic Systems

Control.com

Compressed air is a common economical way of adding motion to your automated equipment, but the air needs to be filtered, regulated, and sometimes lubricated. The air prep unit does all that and more.

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Nestlé Purina’s Robot Dog Pack

Industry Week

The quadruped Spot robots support predictive maintenance programs and met ROI in half the predicted amount of time.

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Flexiv unveils ‘smarter solution’ for robotic programming

Robotics Automation News

Flexiv, a developer of general-purpose robotics solutions, has launched “Elements Series 3”, the latest evolution of the adaptive robot control system that the company says “makes programming faster, easier, and more capable than ever before”.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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The Customer Adoption Journey of Cisco Secure Workload

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Explore the customer adoption journey of Cisco Secure Workload, with key stages and best practices for successful implementation highlighted.

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Continuum Powders opens new Houston facility

Robotics Automation News

Continuum Powders, a provider of high-performance, sustainable metal powders for advanced manufacturing, has officially opened its new global headquarters and environmentally friendly manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas.

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Why Cisco Leads with Wi-Fi 7: Transforming Future Connectivity

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This blog explores why Cisco is the leading choice for Wi-Fi 7, showcasing innovative solutions that provide enhanced speed, security, and reliability. Learn how Cisco helps future-proof your network for the next era of connectivity.

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Europe and Japan space agencies strengthen tie-up to explore asteroids, the Moon and beyond

E&T

The European Space Agency (ESA) has deepened its relationship with Japanese counterpart the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Jaxa) under a new joint statement that will see them collaborate further.

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Build & Own Scale-Ready Industrial IoT Solution on Flex83 Middleware

Your Industrial IoT software is never ready to scale unless your platform can handle multiple assets at enterprise-level, deploy on any cloud, and provide a modern tech stack for rapid application development with complete IP Ownership, all while reducing cloud operations costs by 90% per connected device. In the technical paper developed with the product team behind Flex83, find how you can build & own your custom IoT platform on the Flex83 Middleware that: Is Scale-ready for 65M+ Connected Ass

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Nestlé Purina’s Robot Dog Pack

Industry Week

The quadruped Spot robots support predictive maintenance programs and met ROI in half the predicted amount of time.

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Comment: Why it’s still invaluable to claim R&D tax relief to fuel business growth

E&T

Despite a mixed picture for R&D in the UK, engineering and technology companies can still use mechanisms to strengthen and protect claims for R&D tax relief and help avoid HMRC R&D enquiries.

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Adrian McLean becomes president of IDE

Manufacturing Management

One of Birmingham’s demolition specialists has been appointed as President of the Institute of Demolition Engineers.

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Nidec Drives introduces compact 700 hp power module for industrial applications

Automation Mag

Nidec Drives is introducing a new Control Techniques 700 hp (500 kW) power module, the largest drive in its 50-year history. Featuring 700 hp / 500 kW of power in a single Unidrive power module at 287 lbs., reportedly changes the way high-powered drives are used, explains Nidec. Its small footprint and pre-engineered accessories make it easy to install or retrofit in industry-standard enclosures.

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.

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Get a Grip With Schmalz’s New Finger Gripper for Hygienic Handling

Control.com

Schmalz's new mGrip finger gripper is designed to meet the highest hygiene standards and handle sensitive products with precision, making it suitable for complex tasks in the food industry and beyond.

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University of Liverpool lead the International AI Summit

Manufacturing Management

University of Liverpool played a role in the Liverpool City Region’s first International AI Summit, demonstrating the region’s world-class artificial intelligence (AI) expertise, fostering partnerships, and sharing an inspiring vision for the future of AI in the UK.

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Indiana Economist: Plan for Years of 'Prosperous Growth’

Industry Week

With a nice tailwind from productivity gains, Phil Powell says it’s important to no longer make decisions based on a COVID-era mindset.

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