While Skydio lost out on its U.S. Army contract to Red Cat, it did bring in $170 million in funding this week.
RBR50 Spotlight: Neya Systems developing cybersecurity standards for AGVs
Neya Systems aims to push its autonomy software beyond existing automotive security by using the AICA reference architecture.
Relay Robotics proposes levels of autonomous navigation for indoor robots
Autonomous navigation is best understood in terms of levels of autonomy, similar to those for self-driving cars, notes Relay Robotics.
Mcity gives green light to remote autonomous vehicle testing, calls for federal standards
With Mcity, U-M seeks to accelerate the development of autonomous vehicle technologies to enable safer and more efficient transportation.
Researchers investigate how to design low-cost, highly reliable robots
The researchers said the tradeoff between overhead and protecting machines against vulnerabilities is from a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach.
XTEND drones rapidly evolve to support defense missions
XTEND has quickly pivoted and iterated drone hardware and autonomy software to support the IDF in field operations.
3Laws secures $4.1M in seed funding to improve robot safety
3Laws, an innovator in dynamic safety solutions for autonomous systems, has secured $4.1M in seed funding.
BlackBerry QNX provides guidance on minimizing jitter, latency in robotics
BlackBerry QNX says its foundational software enables developers to make robots more reliable and precise for a range of applications.
Robotic surgery to benefit from advanced processors and AI, says AMD
Robotic surgery continues to become more autonomous and affordable, thanks to advanced computing, according to AMD.
1X unveils NEO Beta as it prepares to deploy humanoids into home pilots
1X Technologies has revealed NEO Beta, a prototype of its bipedal humanoid robot designed for home use.
Skyline Robotics deploys Ozmo window cleaning robot in New York City
Skyline Robotics has deployed the Ozmo window-cleaning robot at a New York skyscraper as it begins its global expansion.
FAA allows Wing and Zipline to take BVLOS flights over Dallas
The FAA’s recent authorizations for Zipline and Wing allow the companies to deliver packages while keeping their drones safely separated.
KT 500 robot clears fire breaks to help firefighters control wildfires
The remotely controlled robot is designed to aid firefighters in clearing fire breaks by quickly masticating undergrowth.
Symbotic acquires Veo Robotics for $8.7M
Veo Robotics developed FreeMove, a safeguarding technology for industrial robots that promotes human-robot collaboration.
ASTM proposes standard for solar panel cleaning robots
ASTM International says the work item would help create a safer, long-lasting, and environmentally responsible solar panel cleaning industry.
ParaZero receives approval to fly drones over people
ParaZero Technologies says achieving this standard marks a significant step towards achieving the highest standards in drone safety.
China proposes guidelines for future humanoid development
Humanoid robots are reaching maturity and are becoming viable for real-world applications. Five industry organizations have drafted guidelines for humanoid robot development in China.
Waymo ends waitlist, opens robotaxi service to all in San Francisco
Before today, Waymo has welcomed new riders incrementally in the city, and now it’s opening it up to everyone.
Neya Systems, AUVSI to develop cybersecurity certification program for UGVs
Neya Systems and AUVSI say there is a growing need for standardized evaluation and certification of uncrewed ground vehicles.
IEEE launches study group to explore and develop humanoid robot standards
ASTM International’s Aaron Prather will chair the IEEE humanoid study group, which is open to other standards development organizations.
Unleashing potential: The role of software development in advancing robotics
As robotics serves more use cases across industries, hardware and software development should be parallel efforts, says Radixweb.
Kiwibot acquires AUTO to strengthen delivery robot security
Kiwibot and AUTO Mobility Solutions say their merger will advance data protection and robotic services globally.