AWS and NVIDIA said that Isaac Sim on Amazon Web Services can significantly accelerate and scale robot simulation and AI training.
Clearpath Robotics discusses development of Husky A300 ground vehicle
The Husky A300 uncrewed ground vehicle from Clearpath includes features for both expert robot developers and non-expert users.
Sandvik adds Universal Field Robots to mining division
Universal Field Robots products will widen the ability of Sandvik’s AutoMine to integrate with third-party equipment.
Enduring the elements: encoder solutions for extreme field robotics
This webinar will explore how field robots are transforming various industries and how these robots are able to withstand harsh conditions for reliable operation.
Robotics Leadership Academy to develop workforce in Pittsburgh Robotics Network initiative
The Robotics Leadership Academy is the result of regional partnerships to retrain workers for careers in robotics.
Advanced Navigation expands Certus line with Mini series
The new Certus Mini line of navigation systems offers precision in a compact package, says Advanced Navigation.
Polymath Robotics to share lessons learned as a SaaS-based startup at RoboBusiness
Ilia Baranov, CEO of Polymath Robotics, will share war stories and strategies to launch a robotics effort as a SaaS-focused company.
Robotics Australia Group is building a sustainable robotics industry
Robotics Australia Group has been working to elevate Australia’s position in global robotics through collaboration and a national strategy.
Elmo Motion Control to show innovations at 2024 Robotics Summit
Elmo Motion Control will show off its Platinum Bassoon servo drive at the Robotics Summit & Expo and other events.
Australia robotics industry overview published by HowToRobot
New research from HowToRobot and Robotics Australia Group reveals how Australia’s industry uses the country’s unique strengths in the global robotics race.
Stratom launches autonomous ground vehicle refueling solution
The Stratom RAPID solution can be configured to refuel any type of fuel, including diesel, gas, hydrogen and electric charging.
Impossible Mining raises $10.1M for underwater mining robot
Impossible Mining is developing a AUV that will travel up to four-miles deep into the ocean to harvest polymetallic nodules individually.
Hiring levels for robotics jobs in mining hit year high in May
39.7% of mining companies included in an analysis conducted by Mining Technology were recruiting for robotics related positions in May 2022.
Field Robotics Engineering Forum call for speakers open
The Field Robotics Engineering Forum seeks submissions that focus on the design and development of robotics systems that operate in outdoor, unstructured and dynamic environments, such as construction worksites, open mines, and farm fields, as well as busy urban centers.
Teleo announces $12M in Series A funding
Teleo closed its Series A funding round with $12 million raised for its semi-autonomous retrofit kits for heavy construction equipment.
How robots helped a collapsed mine get back in operation
Manned explorations weren’t possible after the Lhoist North American limestone mine collapsed in 2021, so the team turned to robots instead.
Boston Dynamics Spot learns new skills with 3.0 release
Spot Release 3.0 enhances its data collection capabilities to improve ease of use and efficiency for facility inspection.
Oxbotica raises $47M to scale autonomous vehicle software
Oxbotica’s Selenium platform handles an autonomous vehicle’s navigation, mapping, perception, and machine learning. Oxbotica said Selenium doesn’t need to rely on external infrastructure such as GPS, lane markings or pre-existing HD maps.
Boston Dynamics talks about its big year and acquisition by Hyundai
In the final Robot Report Podcast for 2020, learn about Boston Dynamics’ plans for its legged robots after its acquisition by Hyundai Motor, as well as the DARPA Subterranean Challenge.
Coordinated Robotics wins Cave Circuit Virtual Competition in DARPA SubT Challenge
The Cave Circuit, the third stage of the DARPA Subterranean Challenge, was completely virtual, enabling teams to test their software and simulated hardware configurations in difficult environments.
October 2020 Robotics Transactions Dip, but Vehicles and Drones Still Get Funding
Although robotics investments, mergers, and acquisitions may have dropped a bit in October 2020, autonomous vehicles, drones, and healthcare applications continued to receive funding.
Delivery drone firm Volansi expands to VTOL development facility in Oregon
VTOL drone delivery developer and service provider Volansi said it is expanding in Bend, Ore., to take advantage of the region’s talent pool and aviation technology expertise and scale its production and operations.