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Exploring the Future of Supply Chain in 2025

Many of the changes that will impact supply chains in 2025 are not new, but the frequency and intensity has the potential to bring new levels of strain to already stretched supply chains. So, what can companies do to prepare for 2025 and beyond?

Dürr equips first BYD plant in Europe with sustainable painting technology

The painting lines will use Dürr’s latest EcoRP series painting robot, available in both six- and seven-axis variants for interior and exterior painting.

What is Interpolation? Understanding Image Perception in Embedded Vision Camera Systems

Interpolation is a mathematical technique used to estimate unknown values that lie between known data points. Interpolation helps transform raw sensor data into stunning, full-color images in embedded vision systems.

ANYbotics ANYmal robot is addressing key challenges in Industrial Robotics

The ANYmal robot addresses key challenges in industrial operations by offering autonomous, highly mobile inspection capabilities in complex and hazardous environments. Its four-legged design enables navigation through uneven terrains, stairs, and confined spaces.

The Future of Manufacturing: Harmonizing Human Talent and Automation

The recent developments at Amazon's new robotic warehouse in Shreveport, Louisiana, offer valuable insights into this complex interplay between human workers and advanced technologies.

Top Viewed Articles of 2024

RoboticsTomorrow readers sought out Use Cases and Expert Insights to help guide them through the rapid changes happening throughout the industry. Here are the Top 4 Viewed articles from 2024.

Micropsi Industries' moves HQ from Berlin to the U.S.

The United States is the second largest manufacturing center in the world (after China). With the growing trend of reshoring manufacturing operations, companies are increasingly looking for automation solutions.

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OSARO CEO Derik Pridmore's 2025 Robotics Predictions: AI-Powered Solutions and Practical Automation Take Center Stage

As we enter 2025, the robotics landscape is evolving rapidly. Derik Pridmore, co-founder and CEO of OSARO, a leading provider of AI-powered robotics solutions for industrial automation, shares his expert predictions for the year ahead.

AI Route Optimization Saves Money, Cuts Fuel Consumption and Provides Faster Delivery Times

Amazon, which pioneered same-day delivery, uses an AI system that requires digesting a huge amount of data to determine the best routes to avoid traffic and get the driver to your home in the fastest possible time.

Elephant Robotics Unveils Academic Research Collection on Cobots, AGVs and Mobile Robots from Top Universities

Elephant Robotics launches academic research collection on Cobots, AGVs, and Mobile Robots from prestigious global universities.

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Robotics Pioneer Limelight Vision Introduces Zero-Code, Hailo-Empowered Limelight 4 Smart Camera and Robot Controller at CES 2025

Limelight was selected as the exclusive provider of robot camera and controllers for the 2025 FIRST® Robotics Competition that combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology.

Indy Autonomous Challenge Achieves World's First Multi-Car Autonomous Race at CES 2025

The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) made history at CES 2025 with the world's first successful multi-car autonomous race. This groundbreaking event held at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Jan 9, 2025 marked a major milestone in the evolution of physical AI and autonomous racing, with four IAC AV-24 fully autonomous racecars piloted by AI drivers from top global university teams competing head-to-head in a 20-lap exhibition race.

URSROBOT Celebrates a Successful Showcase of NEXMOW M2 at CES 2025

The NEXMOW M2, powered by the Qualcomm® QCS6490 processor from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., providing capabilities such as AI vision for object detection and obstacle avoidance. M2 is designed for more efficiency and more flexibility. It empowers commercial landscaping businesses to optimize labor resources while delivering exceptional lawn maintenance across large-scale terrains.

Ultimation Industries Recommends Material Handling Solutions for a Safer New Year

Suggestions include five products that offer better ergonomics, product safety or injury prevention

RoboSense and Coco Robotics Forge Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Autonomous Last-Mile Delivery

By combining RoboSense's advanced sensor technology with Coco Robotics's delivery solutions, the collaboration aims to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in urban networks.

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Helios™2 Ray Time-of-Flight Camera Designed for Unmatched Performance in Outdoor Lighting Conditions

Helios™2 Ray Time-of-Flight Camera Designed for Unmatched Performance in Outdoor Lighting Conditions

The Helios2 Ray camera is powered by Sony's DepthSense IMX556PLR ToF image sensor and is specifically engineered for exceptional performance in challenging outdoor lighting environments. Equipped with 940nm VCSEL laser diodes, the Helios2 Ray generates real-time 3D point clouds, even in direct sunlight, making it suitable for a wide range of outdoor applications. The Helios2 Ray offers the same IP67 and Factory Tough™ design as the standard Helios2 camera featuring a 640 x 480 depth resolution at distances of up to 8.3 meters and a frame rate of 30 fps.

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ResinDek / Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products

ResinDek / Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products

As the manufacturer of ResinDek® panels, we have been at the forefront of testing and innovating flooring panels for the Material Handling Industry since 1994. In 2007, we began providing ResinDek panels for automated warehouse distribution robots. Much of our initial research and development occurred with Automated Guided Vehicles. In the last decade, we have provided a variety of ResinDek engineered flooring products to numerous Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) and Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) manufacturers for their testing labs. As a result, millions of square feet of ResinDek panels are in service worldwide with robotic traffic in distribution centers, warehouses, microfulfillment centers, and retail environments.