Robotics and Automation White Papers

The report reveals robotics investment is at an all-time high, with $21B projected this year, driven by generative AI, defense tech and M&A momentum. Key findings from the report include: • General Purpose Robotics (AI-driven, humanoid, and foundation-model robots) funding is up 150% from 2024 to 2025, reaching $5B, while Autonomous Vehicles Robotics saw the sharpest funding decline: from $8.4B in 2024 to $1.1B in 2025 • Defense robotics leads vertical growth, accounting for 63% of 2025 investment, fueled by billion-dollar contracts and acquisitions like Blue Halo ($4.1B) • Private robotics unicorns’ enterprise value grew 70% since 2024, with standouts like Figure AI ($39B valuation) and Field AI ($2B) making major headlines this year

As American manufacturers navigate rising costs, supply chain instability, and the push to reshore production, warehouse operations must evolve from manual and reactive to intelligent and predictive. To scale domestic production, manufacturers must unlock the power of the smart warehouse. Robotics and real-time intelligence are no longer optional — they’re mission-critical. The latest research from Dexory highlights how next-generation technologies are unlocking productivity, resilience, and growth, as well as how robotics, digital twins, and real-time data are reshaping the industry.

Sonair's first-ever whitepaper, “Beyond sight,” dives deep into why multisensory perception is the future of autonomy and exactly how Sonair’s 3D ultrasonic sensing tech is bringing a new dimension of safety and reliability to autonomous machines.

Embedded vision plays a key role in unlocking the true performance of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), which are becoming increasingly integral to industries like warehousing, healthcare, retail, and surveillance. In this whitepaper, you’ll learn how camera technology equips AMRs to carry out high-accuracy tasks, catering to several use cases. It also explains the growing need for multi-camera setups, the role of 2D and 3D imaging, and how to select the right camera for driving superior real-time performance.

Industry 4.0 is characterized by artificial intelligence, machine learning, internet of things, and edge computing making industrial systems smart and autonomous.. This whitepaper explores the role of embedded vision in Industry 4.0 as a catalyst to achieving efficiency gains and improving productivity using robotic systems.

e-con Systems worked with a leading mining technology provider to develop a rugged, multi-camera surround view system for large off-road vehicles. We deployed high-resolution cameras integrated with a high-performance Sony sensor and came with features like 15-meter cable support, IP67-rated enclosures, customized ISP tuning and more.

One of the key factors for innovation in intralogistics has always been the application of bar codes. In this white paper, we highlight typical challenges in bar code reading and demonstrate how these can be addressed with the help of innovative image processing libraries that can already be purchased today.

Facilities managers are expected to balance competing demands: keeping equipment running, ensuring safety and compliance, and controlling costs, all while being asked to do more with fewer resources. Traditional monitoring methods often leave blind spots that can lead to costly downtime, missed compliance requirements, or safety incidents. This webinar will show how Spot, Boston Dynamics’ agile mobile robot, is helping facilities teams close those gaps. Spot can autonomously patrol complex environments, capture thermal, acoustic, and visual data, and feed that information into existing systems like CMMS and ERP. By taking on routine rounds, Spot gives managers more accurate data, helps anticipate issues before they happen, and allows teams to focus on higher-value tasks.

In this on-demand webinar, we’ll share a step-by-step approach to integrate mobile robots with legacy infrastructure. We’ll show you what it takes to get started with less friction and to deliver more value sooner. Wherever you are in your digital transformation journey, see how Spot makes automation and AI more accessible than ever.

Whether you are a defense leader, tactical decision-maker, or operator, learn how a strong network fabric and mobile robots can help you enhance situational awareness, ensure communications resiliency, and future-proof your units.

Join us as we reflect on what we’ve learned by observing factory floors, and why we’ve grown convinced that chasing generalization in manipulation—both in hardware and behavior—isn’t just interesting, but necessary. We’ll discuss AI research threads we’re exploring at Boston Dynamics to push this mission forward, and highlight opportunities our field should collectively invest more in to turn the humanoid vision, and the reinvention of manufacturing, into a practical, economically viable product.

Humanoid.guide today released a 160-page market report mapping the state of humanoid robotics for 2025/2026. Built from a practitioner's table of contents, spanning insights from Boston Dynamics' longtime CTO on core technologies and unit economics to the U.S.–China context, supply chains, embodied AI, application surveys, and the open-source landscape - the report gives analysts, founders, robot buyers, integrators, and investors a clear view of what's real, what's missing, and what comes next.

Learn about our High-Performance motor platform for robotics. Read about our unique system features, core applications, and system integration considerations.

The global industrial automation market is projected to grow to $395.09 billion by 2029 and early adopters are already gaining a competitive edge. As a result, failing to adopt this technology at such a crucial juncture can prove costly for your business. Specifically, we have found that investing in an autonomous DriveMod Tugger costs one-fourth as much as delaying your investment in automation. In this white paper, we explore that by doing nothing, your organization will face high, hidden costs related to labor, productivity, and safety.

The future of robotics is being shaped by powerful technologies like AI, edge computing, and high-speed connectivity, driving smarter, more responsive machines across industries. Robots are no longer confined to static environments—they are evolving to interact dynamically with humans and their surroundings. This eBook explores the impact of robotics in diverse fields, from home automation and medical technology to automotive, data centers, and industrial applications. It highlights challenges like power efficiency, miniaturization, and ruggedization, while showcasing Molex’s innovative solutions tailored for each domain.

Is your cloud infrastructure strategy costing you more than it should? Discover the power of cloud repatriation and reclaim control of your IT infrastructure and valuable on-site data. Download our FREE white paper. How Cloud Repatriation is Shaping the Future of Business.

Read on as we discuss the latest protocols that are shaping the future of machine vision, including advancements in communication, data processing, and interoperability standards.

Our new white paper, Optimized Components Expand Humanoid Robot Motion Possibilities, explores some of the basic concepts and characteristics specifiers need to know about linear motion guides and crossed roller bearings, and details the considerations you need to sort through to specify the right motion component and optimize it for success in its intended work.

If you’re exploring automation in your warehouse or fulfillment center, knowing the terminology is half the battle. From AMRs and orchestration to pick-to-light systems and Meet Me® automation, this glossary is your go-to reference for understanding the technologies, processes, and metrics that are shaping the future of fulfillment. Whether you’re a supply chain leader evaluating your next investment or a team member aligning on terminology, this guide will help you decode the complexities of automation—so you can scale smarter, move faster, and stay competitive.

From design and development to testing and maintenance, AI is ushering in unprecedented efficiencies and capabilities. The goal of this ebook is to illuminate the practical applications of AI in engineering and demonstrate how you can leverage it to tackle complex challenges, boost efficiency, and set new standards for innovation. Whether you’re an engineer, data scientist, or team leader, this guide is accessible, actionable, and designed for users of any skill level.

A new sensor technology, inspired by nature and the human brain in particular, pursues precisely this approach. Instead of generating a flood of redundant image information, this technology concentrates exclusively on what is really changing. Result: High-precision movement information with a drastically reduced amount of data. This opens up completely new possibilities - especially in applications where speed and efficiency are important. The exact name of this groundbreaking revolution is "event-based vision sensor", or EVS for short.

Servo and DC drives are core components in modern motion systems, influencing speed, torque, and control precision across industrial applications. This Design Guide provides engineers with a clear, comparative view of drive technologies—covering analog vs. digital systems, pulse-width modulation (PWM) vs. linear amplification, and centralized vs. distributed architectures. It also explores tuning strategies, feedback integration, and the expanding role of universal drives in diverse motor types and machine configurations.

In today’s high-stakes world of robotics and medical device development, poorly defined requirements derail timelines, inflate budgets, and jeopardize safety. That’s why MedAcuity and Kinova have teamed up to deliver a cohesive Requirements Definition process—one that aligns hardware and software teams from day one. This partnership helps robotics teams build safer, faster, and more scalable systems by: - Reducing rework - Streamlining compliance - Enhancing system integration - Improving time-to-market

Autonomous Process Control (APC) represents a transformative approach for quality production without human intervention. This white paper details autonomy in process control as the foundational capability of fully autonomous manufacturing. Benefits include: Over 30% reduction in Defects 25-45% higher Yields Improved Margins

Explore 3 ways to automate your order fulfillment workflows with AMRs to unlock smarter, faster, and more efficient operations

The study of motor dynamics and motor dynamism is crucial for the design and analysis of motion control systems, as well as for the control of AC and DC motors.

In small-scale automation, choosing the right robotic arm is less about raw power and more about precision, flexibility, and footprint.

Warehouse and distribution center operators are increasingly turning to robotic automation to address business and technical challenges, as well as open up new lines of business, providing many opportunities for producers of robotics solutions. The new whitepaper, Gearbox Systems and Robotic Warehouse Automation Opportunities, discusses the growing importance and opportunities of robotic automation in warehouses and distribution centers, highlighting the benefits, market trends, and investment in robotics technologies to enhance operational efficiency and flexibility.

Are you tired of spending countless hours programming your robots? Are you confused by the lack of standardized programming languages? Do you wonder if there is a better way to program all your robots? Look no further, as this eBook has all the answers you need! Discover the importance of standardization and how advances in robotic technology continue to drive the need for a universal programming solution. Whether you are an experienced robot programmer or just starting to explore robotic solutions, this eBook is perfect for you.

Tools based on piezoelectric ultrasonic transducers are increasingly used in medical applications, including minimally invasive surgeries and dentistry. Common instruments used in advanced procedures are ultrasonic scalpels, phaco handpieces, and scalers. These devices leverage acoustic waves to efficiently process both hard and soft tissues. For instance, during oral surgery, ultrasound enhances mechanical actions like drilling, offering additional benefits such as shock or cavitation effects, leading to faster, more selective processing that safeguards surrounding areas, like blood vessels.

From industrial robots and factory automation systems to medical devices, consumer electronics, and electric vehicles (EVs), motors drive the machinery that powers our modern world. In 14 Experts Discuss Motor Control in Modern Applications, engineers from ADI and other technology companies offer their perspectives on how ADI is helping meet the growing demands for intelligent, high-performance motor solutions.

Robotics has become a staple of the manufacturing sector, essential for maximizing productivity, ensuring quality, and reducing labor costs. As valuable as robotics are, many solutions fall short of the time-to-impact metric that manufacturers seek. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based, closed-loop automation. Closed-loop, AI software can be thought of as the facilitator of robotics evolution. It ensures that robots adapt to their environment as conditions fluctuate. Without it, industrial robots will be stuck in the past, unable to achieve true digital transformation.

In 9 Experts Discuss Robotics, AI, and ML in Industrial Applications, engineers from ADI, Samtec, and other companies discuss how AI and ML have introduced unprecedented levels of adaptability to the factory floor. Through AI and ML, robots are now able to perceive their environment, recognize patterns, and make decisions based on real-time data. The eBook also highlights many of the products that both ADI and Samtec offer that support the integration of AI and ML into industrial automation.

BGA defects can be challenging to detect when images are not taken from the appropriate perspective or with the correct equipment. While IPC's recommended tests are effective in certain situations, recent improvements in CT technology offer a more comprehensive analysis of each solder ball within seconds. Utilizing a genuine 3D CT method, defects such as Voiding, Non-Wetting, and Head-in-Pillow are distinctly visible, enabling engineers to conduct accurate root-cause analyses. This white paper will delve deeper into these topics, exploring advanced X-ray inspection techniques and the benefits of 3D CT X-ray inspection.

New survey reveals the role that elevated flooring and mezzanines are playing in today’s warehouses and DCs and highlights the value of composite engineered wood flooring as a surface of choice for these structures.

Introducing the 2024 State of Industrial Networking Report for Manufacturing, offering key insights into how global manufacturing firms are enhancing security, boosting efficiency, and driving innovation with their industrial networking strategy. Look at what 700+ manufacturing professionals, from management to C-suite, across 17 countries have to say.

Robotic machine tending initiatives include numerous factory-dependent and project-specific considerations that must be taken into account to achieve success. This paper provides in-depth information on the different aspects of a robot machine tending initiative that are necessary to achieve: Greater unattended operation, Higher yield & Improved margins

Explore our full line of edge AI computing solutions. An overview of our reliable computer hardware for edge AI applications, including machine learning and machine vision, for quality inspection, advanced robotics, worker safety and other AI-enabled automation applications.

The benefits of Secure Boot and the ways to enable it. Enabling UEFI Secure Boot ensures that each element loaded during the boot process is digitally authenticated. This document breaks down how Secure Boot prevents the loading of unauthorized applications and provides details about how to customize the Secure Boot policy.

Robots are increasingly becoming a viable option for people requiring an operation, and in many cases are even preferred over a surgeon’s hand. Thanks to precision motion components, along with advanced software and vision systems, robotic surgery procedures are becoming more and more advanced. If you’re designing robotic arms, control consoles or end effectors, you must be certain that linear guides and crossed roller bearings (CRBs) will satisfy the stringent accuracy and motion requirements that these ever more sophisticated procedures demand. Our new white paper, How Precision Motion Components Enable Successful Robotic Surgery Outcomes, explains the importance of linear guides and CRBs to translation, control systems and end effectors within surgical robots. With an understanding of how linear guides and CRBs are used in these systems, you can mitigate risks and achieve an outstanding surgical success rate.