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Mobile robot forecast downgraded as macro-economic factors continue to bite

Our new report outlines how governments have struggled in the aftermath of the pandemic, how the retail industry is still going through a post-Covid correction, why Chinaā€™s economy is weaker than expected, and how automotive has been hit by slow uptake of electric vehicles

Revolutionizing Automotive Manufacturing Intralogistics

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are designed to enhance intralogistics, the complex process of managing and transporting materials within a manufacturing facility, which is critical in automotive production.

Stretch and Spot: Increasing Operational Efficiency and Making Warehouse Work Safer

Stretch currently unloads boxes autonomously at the Hermes Fulfillment center, while Spot supports predictive maintenance by inspecting fire exits and structural changes and detecting air and gas leaks.

How NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orinā„¢ helps unlock the power of surround-view camera solutions

The blog explains how these cameras enable precise maneuvering, reduce manual intervention, and enhance safety in various embedded vision applications.

Why this wheel drive is getting so much attention from design engineers

To simplify the development of AGVs and AMRs, ElectroCraft offers a unique, integrated wheel drive platform, which provides increased performance and reliability at an affordable price compared to traditional motor/gearbox/wheel combinations.

Carbon Robotics Secures $70 Million in Funding, Led by BOND

Unlike traditional weed control methods that often rely on herbicides or labor-intensive practices, the LaserWeeder uses targeted lasers to eliminate weeds without harming crops.

AI Capabilities in Humanoid Robots

Artificial intelligence can have infinite patience and allow human staff to take needed breaks to rest and recover from the highly stressful environments that working with challenging individuals can present.

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Mastering peak season with robotics & automation

This year, continued economic uncertainty and geopolitical disruption are once again complicating peak season planning, compounded by the ongoing industry-wide labor shortage which makes it harder to scale the workforce fast enough to meet demand.

Carnegie Robotics Unveils Cutting-Edge Body-Worn Compute System for Military Use

Carnegie Robotics introduces military-grade, body-worn compute system called CardShark that is gaining traction with Booz Allen Hamilton

6 Ways AI is Improving Robot Perception and Navigation

The diversity of applications for AI robotic perception improvements will extend Industry 5.0 beyond its perceived potential.

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Advantech Launches MIC-732 Series, Embedded with NVIDIA Nova Orin, to Accelerate AI Autonomous Mobile Robots Market

Advantech, a leading provider of industrial edge AI solutions, is excited to announce the release of the MIC-732-AO and MIC-732D-AO, which together form an all-in-one autonomous mobile robot (AMR) AI system and developer kit embedded with NVIDIA Nova Orin.

'Switch' by VEX Robotics: Bridging the Gap Between Block Coding and Python

Helping Students Learn Python within a Familiar Coding Environment and at Their Own Pace

Fullerton College Announces New Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems Program, A West Coast First

This groundbreaking program, the first of its kind on the West Coast, will provide students with a comprehensive education in the rapidly growing field of drone technology and autonomous systems.

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Mobile Robots - Featured Company

Harmonic Drive LLC

Harmonic Drive LLC (HDLLC) designs and manufactures precision servo actuators, gearheads and gear components. Harmonic Drive® gears play critical roles in robotics, medical diagnostics and surgical robotics. We work with industry-leading customers and companies of all sizes to provide both standard product and custom-engineered solutions. The majority of the products sold by HDLLC are proudly made at our US headquarters and manufacturing facility in Massachusetts.