Hidden landmines are among the tragic legacies of armed conflicts around the world, continuing to kill and maim people years after the cessation of hostilities. Aerial drones can collect data to be analyzed with machine learning to detect the dangerous “butterfly” landmine in remote regions of post-conflict countries, said researchers at Binghamton University, State University […]

Data annotation is a labor-intensive part of autonomous vehicle development. Source: Shutterstock, Mindy Support For robots, drones, or vehicles to achieve higher levels of autonomy, they need artificial intelligence based on reliable data. Companies working on machine learning projects must juggle research, development, analysis and other tasks connected with their core functions. Their in-house employees […]

MassRobotics and Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (THL) announced a partnership to bring together their extensive market knowledge, expertise, and networks to advance the scaling of automation-related businesses across robotics and artificial intelligence startups. Based in Boston, MassRobotics is the first and largest robotics startups escalator in the world. The collective work of this group […]

Until recently, AGVs (automated guided vehicles) were the only option for automating internal transport tasks. Today, a more sophisticated technology is competing with them: AMRs (autonomous mobile robots). Although both AGVs and AMRs allow materials to be moved from point A to point B, the comparison ends there. Here is a breakdown of the differences […]

The Robotic Induction Station is intended to add efficiency and capacity. Source: Berkshire Grey As demand for fast, accurate, and affordable order fulfillment rises, robotics can play a key role in retail and logistics. Berkshire Grey Inc. today announced the general availability of its Robotic Induction Station, which is intended to increase throughput and serve […]

Until recently, many robots have had difficulty handling irregularly shaped or fragile objects for food processing or e-commerce order fulfillment. OnRobot A/S announced the OnRobot Soft Gripper, which it said can manipulate items including eggs, fruit, or bottles. The post OnRobot Soft Gripper is designed for picking challenges, food handling appeared first on The Robot […]

This drone is designed to compensate for wind. Source: Skygauge As businesses ready to reopen after novel coronavirus pandemic, industrial worksites have faced challenges with maintenance, staffing, and safety. Skygauge Robotics today announced a new aerial drone designed for inspecting construction sites, pipelines, and tanks. The system is able to make contact with surfaces for […]

This square tote is larger than standard for automated storage and retrieval for e-commerce. Source: Attabotics While automotive manufacturing paused during the novel coronavirus crisis, affecting demand for industrial automation, e-commerce order fulfillment experienced a spike in demand. Robotics developers and suppliers should prepare for a long-term increase according to several industry observers. The post […]

Relay is now being used in hospitals. Source: Savioke Demand for robots to clean or move materials has never been higher, but developers and suppliers should understand exactly how and where they can add value. Brain Corp, which provides autonomy to mobile robots, and Savioke Inc., whose robots serve hotels and hospitals, have experience in […]

BOSTON — Activ Surgical Inc. announced ActivEdge, a platform designed to use artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve surgical procedures and outcomes. The company said it will be available initially in the U.S. and next year worldwide. The post Activ Surgical announces ActivEdge platform for real-time surgical intelligence appeared first on The Robot Report.