Diligent Robotics plans to use its funding to scale its Moxi mobile manipulation system to a wider customer base and to expand its hardware and software product development. The post Diligent Robotics raises Series A funding to scale Moxi hospital robot appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

A project that uses street-level cameras on production vehicles and aftermarket telematics systems was able to produce comprehensive, accurate mapping data for horizontal and vertically positioned roadway features, two companies involved in the project announced today. The results of this effort could pave the way for a massive expansion of coverage needed to map the […]

Medical technology leader Medtronic PLC announced that it has acquired Digital Surgery, a privately-held pioneer in surgical artificial intelligence, data and analytics, and digital education and training. Medtronic said the purchase will strengthen its robot-assisted surgical platform and its broader portfolio. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. The post Digital Surgery to add AI […]

The addition of a robotic assistant for cranial procedures helps surgeons improve accuracy, reduce recovery time for pediatric patients. The post How Phoenix Children’s Hospital uses robotic guidance for neurosurgery appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

Remotec, a subsidiary of Northrop Grumman, has announced a distribution agreement with Kinova for the Kinova Remote Robotic Manipulation System. The agreement will allow Remotec customers to access a small manipulator for use as a tool and accessory on the Remotec’s Andros line of mobile robotic systems.

Organizations looking to deploy autonomous mobile robots within their environments visit with several companies at HighJump event. The post Analysis: Elevate attendees express high interest in warehouse robots appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

The CEO of Toyota Research Institute – Advanced Development discusses his career around robotics and motion planning algorithms. The post The essential interview: James Kuffner on motion planning, cloud robotics appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

Which players are on the right track in scaling and maturing their retail-focused robots? The post Robots in retail: Assessing current progress and long-term vision appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

Exoskeleton companies have long been working with healthcare coverage providers to develop general coverage policies for exoskeletons. But many providers still look at exoskeletons on a case-by-case basis. ReWalk Robotics, a developer of medical exoskeletons for individuals with lower limb disabilities, said it is making some progress with a group of German statutory health insurers… […]

A new survey of warehouse executives shows a general positive feeling around their existing piece-picking operations when it comes to accuracy and efficiency, but with an undertone that their systems could be a lot better. To address this, many of those surveyed are looking at automation and robotics systems to help them improve. The post […]