Automation

WeRide, Renault's robobus.
Automation
WeRide, Renault Group Launch First Autonomous Robobus Trial in Spain
The goal is for riders to easily and safely discover autonomous driving in real traffic.
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Automation
A3 Announces Revises Standard for Industrial Robot Safety
It is the first major revision since 2011.
February 18, 2025
Robotic palletizers powered by OnRobot’s D:PLOY platform is an example of a complete, off-the-shelf robotic system that is pre-built, pre-configured, with immediate availability.
Automation
Turnkey Robotic Systems Are Already Behind the Times
These partially engineered systems can have lead times almost as long as a fully custom solution.
February 13, 2025
The inside cockpit of the helicopter.
Automation
Skyryse One Completes World's First Fully Automated Helicopter Landing
WATCH: The helicopter lands with the swipe of a finger.
February 5, 2025
An Outsight BMW LiDar representation.
Automation
Embotech Deploys Automated Vehicle Marshalling Technology in European BMW Plants
BMW's factories use LiDAR to automatically drive new cars to the finishing area.
January 30, 2025
Robots as featured in the acquisition by LG.
Automation
LG Acquires Majority Stake in Bear Robotics
LG’s commercial robot business will be folded into the company.
January 24, 2025
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Christian Abt of Heitec.
In-line CT Delivers Real-Time Quality Feedback On Production Line
January 22, 2025
A 3D autonomous vehicle map.
Navigating A Safer Path For Autonomous Vehicles
January 20, 2025
Acquisition
Bishop-Wisecarver Announces Acquisition of Symation Inc.
January 14, 2025
Thermal camera signatures.
Visualising the Pathway to Better Papermaking Efficiency, Control
January 6, 2025
Industrial Computer Kinwun
Smart Tools Could Offer a Leap in Efficiency
December 31, 2024
Ai
5 Things to Expect From AI in 2025
December 13, 2024
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IoT Security is MIA
December 19, 2024
Apptronik's robots are suitable for manufacturing and logistics applications, like sorting materials, lifting heavy items, and working alongside humans on tasks in the warehouse.
Apptronik, Google DeepMind Robotics Look to Advance AI-Powered Humanoid Robots
December 20, 2024
Sophia, the humanoid robot, responds to questions from children at the University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Friday, 13 Dec. 2024.
Sophia, Famous Robot and Global Icon of AI, Wins Hearts at Innovation Fair
December 16, 2024
Encryption
Combatting the Quantum Threat of Harvest Now, Decrypt Later Attacks
December 12, 2024
Econopak
Econo-Pak Announces Major Co-Packing Facility Expansion
December 4, 2024
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As Amazon Expands Warehouse Robots, What Will it Mean for Workers?
November 25, 2024
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February 26, 2025
PigeonBot II flying in the open air.
Automation
Robot Bird Flies Using Real Pigeon Feathers
The robotic bird can fly autonomously in the open air.
November 21, 2024
Anymal conducting autonomous inspection missions at a power distribution facility.
Automation
New Partnership to Deploy Robot Dogs to Inspect U.S. Power and Utility Facilities
The collaboration paves the way for highly automated inspections.
November 14, 2024
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Automation
BlackBerry Unveils Platform for Industrial Automation
Working with Intel, it offers manufacturers a way to build safer and more secure industrial solutions.
November 14, 2024
A data center company recently enabled autonomous robot dogs to patrol and protect their premises, but soon realized the bots' potential was being stunted by a few key missing features.
Automation
Generative AI Can Make Autonomous Security Robots More Human
By applying generative AI in a thoughtful, strategic way, we can set a new standard for intelligent security operations.
November 11, 2024
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Automation
Robot That Watched Surgery Videos Performs with Skill of Human Doctor
The successful use of imitation learning to train surgical robots eliminates the need to program robots.
November 11, 2024
Autocado Robot Machine
Automation
Serve Robotics to Acquire Autocado Robot Maker Vebu
The acquisition deepens Serve's offerings for the restaurant industry.
November 8, 2024
Data Center
Automation
ABB Robotics Joins Start-Up to Tackle e-Waste
These micro-factories could play a key role in helping the data center operate more efficiently and sustainably.
November 7, 2024
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Automation
The Hidden Dangers: Protecting Our Robotic Workforce
Despite their role in improving production processes, the cybersecurity of robots is a critical concern.
November 7, 2024
May Mobility and Lyft partnership.
Automation
May Mobility to Deploy Autonomous Vehicles to the Lyft Platform
The companies will launch the first deployment in Atlanta in 2025.
November 6, 2024
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Automation
Security Breach: The Little Things That Kill
Simple tasks continue to be the biggest challenges, but "training like you fight" offers solutions.
October 31, 2024
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Automation
Industry 5.0: Unpacking Manufacturing’s Latest Buzzword
A shift forward to valuing human contributions amid the rise of digital transformation.
October 30, 2024
ABB Motion President Brandon Spencer cuts the ribbon at the company's new campus in New Berlin, Wisconsin.
Automation
ABB Cuts Ribbon at $100M Wisconsin Facility
The company expects the new campus to increase its production footprint by 45%.
October 29, 2024
The Mitsubishi Robotic line.
Automation
Mitsubishi Electric Automation Launches Robot with Largest Reach in Economical Robot Series
The MELFA RV-12CRL vertically articulated robot includes a 12kg payload capacity.
October 23, 2024
A 3D printer from Prima Power.
Automation
Siemens, Prima Power Drive Evolution in Auto Industry
The companies look to redefine standards in the 3D manufacturing industry.
October 23, 2024