In this episode, co-hosts Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman review some of their favorite 2023 RBR50 Innovation Award honorees.
NVIDIA continues to improve AI development
NVIDIA announces new features and capabilities that support the acceleration and growth of AI-based solutions for robotics and simulation.
Keys to developing autonomous vehicle software
APEX.AI co-founder Dejan Pangercic discusses software development for autonomous vehicles.
OLogic’s Ted Larson advises robot makers
In this episode of The Robot Report Podcast, Steve and Mike interview Ted Larson, the co-founder and CEO of OLogic. Since the early 2000s, OLogic has been helping Silicon Valley robotics entrepreneurs design and develop complex robotic solutions. The company has worked on over 200 products during its existence. Ted shares his advice and some…
InsightTRAC Autonomously Removes Almond Mummies with Pellet Gun
The Mobile Robot Guide attended the 2022 World Ag Expo in Tulare, California. At the show, all kinds of agriculture related vendors demonstrated their solutions to prospective buyers. We had the opportunity to see a demo of a unique new autonomous agriculture robot by InsightTRAC, and interview the inventor, founder and CEO of the…
A Guide to the Latest in Mobile Robot Technology at IMTS 2018
Amid the automation for manufacturing at this year’s IMTS show are new mobile robots that are worth watching.
Rakuten Super Logistics Picks InVia Robotics for Goods-to-Person, RaaS Systems
E-commerce order fulfillment requires speed, precision, and flexibility. 3PL Rakuten is working with InVia Robotics to automate its warehouses through robots as a service.
Mobile Platforms Address E-Commerce at MODEX 2018
Mobile platforms for factories and warehouses were everywhere at this year’s MODEX.
More Robot Picks for Logistics to See at MODEX 2018
At MODEX 2018, logistics businesses can learn about the latest in cobots, pickers, and autonomous mobile lifts. Here are some robot picks worth checking out.
MODEX 2018: Top 10 Mobile Robot Exhibits to Catch
Whether or not you’ll be attending MODEX 2018 in Atlanta next week, here are some noteworthy exhibitors whose mobile robots are transforming manufacturing and warehousing.
IoT Tech and AI to Grow Beyond Bots and Bitcoin
Artificial intelligence is finding use in manufacturing, and Blockchain can provide security in the supply chain, finds our columnist at last fall’s IoT Tech Expo North America.
Personal Robot Temi Strives for Affordability, Ease of Use
Temi, the personal robot from Roboteam Home, is designed to be helpful, affordable, and mobile. It is entering an increasingly competitive market for consumer robots.
Knightscope Adds Mobile, Stationary Sentry Robots to RaaS Line
Knightscope has added two sentry robots, the stationary K1 and mobile K7, to its product line. The K1 is meant to improve building security, while the K7 is ruggedized for outdoor use.
ST Engineering Expands Robotics Portfolio by Acquiring Aethon
Singapore-based ST Engineering has acquired Pittsburgh-based Aethon, which makes mobile robots for materials handling in warehouses, hospitals, and more.
IoT World Looks at Buzz, Barriers Around Industry 4.0
At IoT World, attendees, speakers, and exhibitors shared information about how the Internet of Things is leading to Industry 4.0. However, both suppliers and the market are still evolving.
Cloud Robotics Promises to Simplify Machine Tending
Cloud robotics brings the power of cloud computing to management of industrial automation, particularly machine tending. This technology is evolving along with IoT and AI, and Tend.ai is working with major collaborative robot vendors.
Mobile Robots, Cobots Steal the Show at Automate, ProMat 2017
Automate and ProMat 2017 this past month in Chicago provided a great opportunity to see the latest in supply chain automation. We round up many of the noteworthy exhibitors and new mobile robots and cobots from the show.
AI Rules Are Necessary, Say European Regulators
AI rules will be needed to standardize safeguards and liability, just as global regulations have developed for drones and self-driving cars. Even if sentient robots won’t be around anytime soon, policy makers need to consider human-robot interactions.
Europe Tries to Get Ahead on Robot Rules and Taxes
The EU legal affairs committee has proposed new robot rules around the legal status and safe operation of autonomous machines. Why Europe, and why now?
InVia Robotics Releases Goods-to-Person System for Warehouse Automation
InVia Robotics’ new Dynamic Automated Storage and Retrieval System, in combination with its Robot Management System and an RaaS business model, promises to make warehouse automation easier for end users to implement.
Refreshed Mobile Robot Line Shows Omron Adept’s Strengths
After acquiring Adept Technologies, Omron first focused on its fixed-robot line before re-engineering the Lynx mobile robot. The Mobile Robot LD combined with Omron Adept’s sales channel could spell success.
U.S. Robotics Roadmap Says Basic Funding, Priorities at Stake for White House
The U.S. Robotics Roadmap has been revised, and it makes recommendations for investments in basic research and certain applications for automation. Does it ask for enough of the new administration?
RoboValley Gets Ready to Host RoboBusiness Europe 2017
Get a sneak peek at the events around and major topics to be discussed at RoboBusiness Europe 2017, which will be held at TU Delft in the Netherlands’ RoboValley.
Cobot Pioneer to Launch Universal Robots+ at IMTS 2016
Universal Robots, the Danish pioneer of human-robot collaboration, will launch Universal Robots+, a showroom of plug and play application solutions offering a new level of simplicity for companies that want to hit the ground running with UR robot installations.