Robot Investment Surges in U.S.
Automation World
MAY 28, 2024
The International Federation of Robotics reports strong robotics demand across all major segments of U.S. manufacturing in 2023.
Robotics Manufacturing Hub to help small and midsize U.S. manufacturers compete
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 10, 2024
The Robotics Manufacturing Hub is modular, adaptable, and multi-use, with OEM diversity. Source: The ARM Institute When the ARM Institute launched its Robotics Manufacturing Hub about a year ago, it quickly realized that U.S. manufacturers were, and still are, eager to explore the possibilities.
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Additive Manufactured Grippers Transform Robotics
Automation World
JULY 8, 2024
Manufacturers can now integrate lightweight design principles into gripper fabrication processes using additive manufacturing to create grippers that are both sustainable in their production as well as in their application by reducing energy use.
The inside scoop on food manufacturing with Chef Robotics
Robotics Business Review
MAY 31, 2024
The Robot Report Podcast · The inside scoop on food manufacturing with Chef Robotics In Episode 152 of The Robot Report Podcast, editors Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman discuss the news of the week. Our featured guest on the show this week is Rajat Bhageria, founder and CEO of Chef Robotics.
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GrayMatter raises $45M Series B to ease robot programming for manufacturers
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 20, 2024
Source: GrayMatter Robotics Like businesses in other industries, U.S. manufacturers face widening labor shortfalls and need automation to help fill those gaps. GrayMatter Robotics today announced that it has raised $45 million in Series B funding. SK Gupta, Ariyan Kabir, and Brual Shah founded GrayMatter Robotics in 2020.
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Ruland Manufacturing taps Flexxbotics for robotic machine tending
Robotics Business Review
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Ruland Manufacturing has chosen Flexxbotics FlexxCORE technology for its robotic machine tending needs. Source: Flexxbotics Flexxbotics, which delivers workcell digitalization for robot-driven manufacturing, today announced that Ruland Manufacturing Co.
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Robotics Innovation from FANUC Boosts Aerospace Manufacturing Output
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JULY 23, 2024
In the face of unprecedented demand for new aircraft, robotics specialist FANUC is helping the aerospace industry to increase production efficiency and boost output. Automation and robotics are considered key levers to support this increasing demand. The robot is now part of Airbus’ proprietary automated mobile drilling system.
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U.S. manufacturers invested heavily in robotics in 2023, finds IFR
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 30, 2024
manufacturers have increasingly adopted automation, says the IFR. Total installations of industrial robots rose by 12% and reached 44,303 units in 2023, as U.S. manufacturers invested heavily in more automation, reported the International Federation of Robotics, or IFR, today. manufacturing in 2023.”
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Magna to manufacture more Serve Robotics last-mile delivery systems
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 24, 2024
Magna International will manufacture more delivery robots. Source: Serve Robotics Serve Robotics Inc. to increase production of Serve’s sidewalk delivery robots. Serve Robotics builds on IPO The announcement came less than a week after Serve Robotics went public , raising $40 million.
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Robotics innovation is key to reshoring the $1T apparel manufacturing industry
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 5, 2024
Sewing machines were controlled via ROS to synchronized apparel operation with a robot. lost these jobs when apparel manufacturing moved overseas, but it poses a significant risk to our national security, as evidenced by the nation’s struggle to manufacture and obtain personal protective equipment (PPE) at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Meltio and One Off Robotics collaborate to ‘push the limits of robotic additive manufacturing’
Robotics Automation News
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Meltio, a disruptive wire-laser metal deposition additive manufacturing technology leader, has agreed a technology collaboration with One Off Robotics, a specialist in robotic additive manufacturing. The One Off Robotics […]
How Robots in Manufacturing Are Engineering the Future
Robotics Automation News
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Regardless of your imagination, one fact remains unequivocal: robots are an enduring part of our reality. Here’s how robots in manufacturing are engineering the future. Thankfully, it’s anticipated that their main function will be to handle repetitive or hazardous tasks rather than usurping absolute authority.
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Pros and Cons of Integrating Robotics in Manufacturing
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 25, 2024
It’s, therefore, not a surprise that the robotics industry is experiencing a significant boom. This trend is especially true for industrial robotics tailored to the manufacturing sector. There are many applications for robotics, and automated integration is extensive, from medical device production and […]
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Meili, WAKU collaborating on robot software
Robotics Business Review
JULY 12, 2024
Meili Robots and WAKU Robotics are partnering to deliver a software stack for robot operations. The companies say a superior software stack will be key for robots to transform industries. Robots are becoming essential parts of a number of industries. Register now.
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Flexiv robot irons car seats during manufacturing process
Robotics Automation News
JUNE 20, 2024
Flexiv, a provider of general-purpose robotics solutions, has completed its latest successful installation: an automated ironing system for car seat manufacturing.
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5 Ways Robotics Can Improve Manufacturing Output
Robotics Automation News
MAY 9, 2023
The introduction of robotics in the manufacturing sector has been advancing quickly over the past few decades, with a resulting increase in production outputs and reducing associated costs.
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Germany’s robotics centers establish RIG, the Robotics Institute Germany
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 29, 2024
Also present: ARMAR-7 robot from KIT. Source: BMBF/Hans-Joachim Rickel Germany’s leading robotics centers are coming together to establish the Robotics Institute Germany, or RIG. Participants said they want RIG to become the central contact point for robotics in Germany. Angela Schoellig from TUM and Prof.
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Meltio launches new robot cell for additive manufacturing
Robotics Automation News
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Meltio, a wire-laser metal deposition additive manufacturing company, has launched its Meltio Robot Cell, a metal additive manufacturing solution.
Top 10 robotics stories of June 2024
Robotics Business Review
JULY 1, 2024
We’re halfway through 2024, and for the past six months, the robotics industry has continued to progress rapidly. From novel deployments and humanoid robotics developments to emerging partnerships, there was no shortage of news to cover in June 2024. Here are the top 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report last month.
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Transforming the Factory Floor: The Impact of AI and Robotics in Manufacturing
Robotics Automation News
MARCH 27, 2024
In the vast and complex world of manufacturing, the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics marks a significant turning point. This revolutionary technology duo is not just enhancing efficiency and productivity; it’s redefining the very essence of manufacturing processes.
How Robots in Manufacturing Are Engineering the Future
Robotics Automation News
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Regardless of your imagination, one fact remains unequivocal: robots are an enduring part of our reality. Here’s how robots in manufacturing are engineering the future. Thankfully, it’s anticipated that their main function will be to handle repetitive or hazardous tasks rather than usurping absolute authority.
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Jabil to manufacture Sarcos’ robotic systems
Robotics Automation News
MARCH 23, 2023
Sarcos Technology and Robotics, an exoskeleton and other robotic systems company, is collaborating with Jabil, a manufacturing solutions provider, to expand Sarcos’ production capacity for its robotic systems and sub-systems.
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Continental develops mobile robot software for logistics, ag with AWS
Robotics Business Review
JULY 19, 2024
Continental mobile robots are deployed in logistics operations at manufacturing facilities. Credit: Continental Continental Mobile Robots, a Frankfurt am Main, Germany-based division of Continental’s Automotive Group Sector, has developed mobile robots for use in automotive plants. ” Register now and save. .
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Closed Loop Compliance Assures Robot-Driven Manufacturing
Metrology
JANUARY 2, 2024
Flexxbotics, delivering workcell digitalization for robot-driven manufacturing, has announced that SpiTrex Orthopedics has selected the Flexxbotics solution for robot-driven manufacturing with autonomous process control.
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Industrial robot shipments exceed 500,000 units in 2023
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 14, 2024
The industrial robot market is expected to grow by ~3.7% Source: Interact Analysis Overall global industrial robot shipment volumes exceeded 500,000 units in 2023, Interact Analysis reports. Industrial robot shipments are similar to levels seen in 2022, although the average price of industrial robots decreased last year.
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Omron, Neura Robotics partner to transform manufacturing with cognitive robots
Automation Mag
APRIL 4, 2024
Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies has announced a strategic partnership with Neura Robotics, a cognitive robotics specialist. David Reger, founder of Neura Robotics, reflects on the partnership, stating, “Strong partnerships and alliances are key to accelerating growth.
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Neura Robotics and Omron partner to develop cognitive robots for manufacturing industry
Robotics Automation News
MAY 2, 2024
Neura Robotics, a developer of cognitive robotics, and Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies, a leading provider of industrial robotics and automation, have agreed a strategic partnership.
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The Impact of Robotics on Automotive Manufacturing
Robotics Automation News
MAY 2, 2023
The automotive manufacturing industry is one of the largest industries in the US, employing about 9 million people with $1.3 The bustling industry like automotive requires the use of robotic technology to reach higher productivity and efficiency. million in annual revenue.
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Adapta Robotics execs explain development strategies for testing and inventory robots
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 3, 2024
Adapta has developed robots for specific use cases. Source: Adapta Robotics Starting a robotics company is always challenging, as inventors and entrepreneurs scramble to get access to capital and tap the local talent pool. Adapta’s model includes a one-time robot purchase fee, plus annual license and maintenance fees.
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Augmentus opens robotics centre in Texas
Robotics Automation News
JULY 12, 2024
Augmentus, a developer of AI robotic solutions for surface finishing and welding, is opening its their first “experience centre” in the United States as part of its strategic market expansion plans. Founded […]
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Rainbow Robotics, Schaeffler, KETI plan to jointly develop mobile dual-armed robots
Robotics Business Review
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
From left to right: Shin Hee-Dong, president of KETI’; Lee Jung-ho, CEO of Rainbow Robotics; and Dr. Michael Pausch, CTO of Schaeffler Industrial, agreed to jointly develop mobile manipulators for manufacturing. ” Learn from Agility Robotics, Amazon, Disney, Teradyne and many more.
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Doosan Robotics partners with Rocketfarm on palletizing solutions
Robotics Automation News
JULY 3, 2024
Doosan Robotics, one of the world’s leading collaborative robot (cobot) manufacturers, formed a strategic partnership with Rocketfarm, a premier provider of palletizing software.
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Demand for integrated robot control surges
Robotics Business Review
MAY 23, 2024
Universal Robots, along with other cobot manufacturers, cobots can now use SRCI, a standard interface between PLCs and robots. Source: Universal Robots Just before Hanover Messe, Siemens announced its cooperation with two collaborative robot vendors, UR and JAKA. There are two main ways of doing this.
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ForwardX Robotics launches 2 mini AMRs
Robotics Business Review
JULY 16, 2024
ForwardX Robotics said its new AMRs address the challenge of operating in narrow aisles. Credit: ForwardX ForwardX Robotics has launched smaller, nimbler, middle-weight autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). VOYATZOGLOU’s EuroFit subsidiary will distribute ForwardX’s mobile robots in the Romanian market, too.
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Jacobi Robotics raises $5M for motion planning software
Robotics Business Review
JULY 11, 2024
Traditional industrial robot programming can take weeks to months. Jacobi Robotics is trying to solve these issues for robot programmers with its new AI-powered motion planning software that it claims can deploy robot arms in days and requires 1000x less computation time. 16-17 in Santa Clara, Calif. Register now.
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Agility Robotics’ Digit humanoid lands first official job
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 27, 2024
Agility Robotics continues to have a leg up in the humanoid race. The first official deployment of Digit is already up and running, generating real revenue for Agility Robotics , the inaugural RBR50 Robot of the Year winner. The logistics provider is paying Agility Robotics under a robotics-as-a-service ( RaaS ) model.
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Cognitive Robotics Transforming Future of Manufacturing
Metrology
MAY 27, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of manufacturing, technological advancements continually reshape the industry's capabilities. One such innovation making significant strides is cognitive robotics. The post Cognitive Robotics Transforming Future of Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
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How Robotics is Enhancing Custom Apparel Production
Robotics Automation News
JULY 10, 2024
The most exciting development is the application of robotics in custom-made wear manufacturing. The fashion business is changing at a high speed, and technology has a significant role to play in this context.
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How robotics-as-a-service can help manufacturers with operations challenges
Control Engineering
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Robotics insights The consumer packaging industry faces significant challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and a worker shortage, leading to a need for increased automation. There’s a buzz around manufacturing and automation, but it’s not as widespread as you might think, but we need automation.
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Intelligent robots set to revolutionize Canadian manufacturing, Xaba CEO predicts
Automation Mag
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Massimiliano (Max) Moruzzi, CEO of intelligent automation startup Xaba, is offering a keynote address on September 25 at Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS) Why are the vast majority of robots, cobots and robotic applications falling short in the manufacturing sector?
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A&K Robotics picks Delta-Q as charger provider for autonomous mobility pods
Robotics Business Review
JULY 17, 2024
A&K Robotics’ autonomous mobility pods are all-electric and offer a new way for people to navigate venues. Source: A&K Robotics Delta-Q will be providing its battery chargers for A&K Robotics’ autonomous mobility pods. The fully autonomous, compact robots feature 360º and 3D sensing systems.
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Elon Musk claims Tesla will start using humanoid robots next year
The Guardian Manufacturing
JULY 23, 2024
Billionaire says Optimus will start performing tasks for carmaker in 2025 and could be ready for sale in 2026 Business live – latest updates The Tesla chief executive, Elon Musk, has claimed the company will produce “genuinely useful” humanoid robots to start working in its factories next year.
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NVIDIA highlights Omniverse, Isaac adoption by robot market leaders
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 2, 2024
Credit: eCential Robotics (left), Amazon Robotics (right) In addition to artificial intelligence products, NVIDIA Corp. founder and CEO Jensen Huang announced several robotics-related items during his keynote today at COMPUTEX in Taiwan. The company has also updated Jetson for Robotics in NVIDIA JetPack 6.0.
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Humanoid robots need pilot studies to demonstrate utility, says Silicon Foundry
Robotics Business Review
JULY 18, 2024
Credit: Eugene Demaitre Lately, not a week goes by without some announcement around humanoid robotics. The global market for humanoid robots could reach $7.9 While numerous systems are in development, the few that are actually involved in trials include Agility Robotics ‘ Digit and Apptronik ‘s Apollo.
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