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HiFi 3D Sensor: An Upgrade For Robotics Depth Perception

Tangram Vision’s HiFi sensor emerges not just as a new product but as a potential paradigm shift in 3D sensors for robotics. The Tangram Vision team spoke with dozens of robotics teams to understand their frustrations with current 3D sensors to help guide the design and development of HiFi. According to Brandon Minor, Tangram’s CEO, […]

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Open Source Creators in Academia Fellowship Concludes, Delivers Impressive Results

To celebrate the success of this fellowship, we are excited to announce the official launch of the Open Source Creators in Academia website: https://ohca.oshwa.org/ October 24th, 2023 — The Open Source Creators in Academia Fellowship, an initiative run by the Open Source Hardware Organization (OSHWA), fostering collaboration and innovation in academia, has successfully concluded its […]

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IROS on Demand and the best papers from IROS 2023

IROS on Demand is open to the public and freely available for one year from Oct 9th. There are some other posts about IROS worth reading too: From Robohub.org “A glimpse into the next generation of robotics” with commentary of the keynotes and plenary sessions From Silicon Valley Robotics “The robots of IROS” with commentary […]

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The robots of IROS 2023

The International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS) showcases leading-edge research in robotics. IROS was held in Detroit MI Oct 1-5 and not only showcased research but the latest commercialization in robotics, particularly robotics providers selling into robotics for research or as part of the hardware/software stack. The conference focuses on future directions in […]

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50 WOMEN IN ROBOTICS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT 2023

OAKLAND CA OCTOBER 4 — In celebration of the launch of International Women in Robotics Day, the Women in Robotics organization is proud to release another “50 women in robotics you need to know about” collection of stories. With a growing robotics industry there are many opportunities for everyone to get involved. This is why […]

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Celebrating a century of progress with International Women in Robotics Day

Showcasing the women building the future, with robots. OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, USA, September 25, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — In 1923, Edith Clarke became the first woman to be hired by General Electric as a full engineer. She was also the first woman to earn a degree in electrical engineering in the US. Although robotics didn’t really become […]

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Boxbot Raises $12M Series A Led by Playground Global to Help Last Mile Carriers Increase Productivity at Significantly Lower Cost

Boxbot’s three-dimensional conveyor system transforms package handling by merging intelligent software with a novel hardware platform designed for high throughput operations ALAMEDA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Boxbot, the vertical automation solution that sorts and stores packages for last-mile carriers, announced today a $12 million Series A round, led by Playground Global. Maersk Growth (the venture arm of A.P. […]

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Viam Releases Modular Registry Feature to Streamline the Building and Customization of Smart Machines

The Modular Registry allows developers to easily add hardware components and services to their smart machines in the same way they would code a web or mobile application. NEW YORK, September 12, 2023 – Viam, the software platform that simplifies turning great ideas into smart machines in production, today announced the release of its Modular Registry, […]

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The robots of FIRA-USA 2023, CA policy and new agrobotics data standards

There was a great turn out at Fira-USA, held at Salinas Sports Complex (home of the California Rodeo) over Sept 19-21, with approx 2000 in attendance. The attendees included technology scouts, farmers, investors, educators and policymakers, media and of course, robotics companies and startups. Twelve startups were selected to pitch at FIRA with some traveling […]

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Stretch Community News August 2023 – plus win a Stretch!

Stretch Community News August 2023   Welcome to the Hello Robot monthly community update! This month, we have publications from RO-MAN and PETRA, a new simulation of Stretch, and an update on our ROS 2 development! Read on for details of the great work being done with Stretch last month. If you’d like to see […]

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Foxglove Webinar, Improved URDF Support, and ROS 2 Types on the Wire

From SVR Members: Foxglove Mark your calendars for our free Foxglove webinar next Wednesday (September 6, 10AM PST)! Learn how hundreds of robotics companies are using Foxglove to streamline development and accelerate time to market. To kick things off, Foxglove CEO Adrian Macneil will walk through his experience heading infrastructure at Cruise, and how the gaps he saw in […]

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Join the Ag Robotics Leaders at FIRA USA 2023, Sept. 19-21, in Salinas, Calif.

SALINAS, CA — After the successful first edition of FIRA USA in Fresno last year, 2,000 participants and ag leaders will gather at the Salinas Sports Complex from September 19-21 for the greatest event on ag robotic solutions in action – with in-field demos! The official agenda of panel discussions is already promising: Grimmway Farms, […]

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Polymath makes it effortless to add autonomous navigation to any industrial vehicle

The team at Polymath are experienced roboticists on a machine to simplify and speed up the process of deploying working robots, by providing safety-critical navigation for industrial vehicles. In their own words, taking robotics off “hard mode”. You can try Polymath in sim, and automate a use case in less than 40 minutes. It’s also […]

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Remembering Joanne Pransky, World’s First RoboPsychiatrist

In celebration of the wonderful Joanne Pransky, World’s First RoboPsychiatrist, someone with an effervescent personality, curiosity, compassion and a commitment to supporting both social robots and seeing more women in robotics. Joanne spent her life working in comparatively industrial robotics areas and was usually the only woman in the room. But she went out of […]

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FLX Solutions and AIVOT finalists at ATI Advanced Manufacturing Challenge in Washington DC

Guest post from Matt Bilsky, CEO/Founder of FLX Solutions TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Expo June 19-21 in Washington DC was one of the most unique conferences I’ve attended as it works to blend Academia with Startups and Industry. I’d liken it to a mashup between ICRA and RoboBusiness. I think this is epitomized by […]

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NASA-Developed Spherical Robots to the Rescue

NASA-Developed Spherical Robots to the Rescue Squishy Robotics’ tensegrity sensor robots help first responders determine their approach to a disaster scene. Pictured here during a subway attack scenario exercise at the 2021 Unmanned Tactical Application Conference, the robots can detect gas leaks and other hazards. Credits: FLYMOTION LLC Weighing less than three pounds, the stationary […]

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No Programmers? No Problem: READY Robotics Simplifies Robot Coding, Rollouts

NVIDIA News Preview: Startup’s no code software enables robot programming for non-coders Startup’s ForgeOS “no code” software, which features NVIDIA Isaac Sim, enables robot programming for non-coders.   Robotics hardware traditionally requires programmers to deploy it. READY Robotics wants to change that with its “no code” software aimed at people working in manufacturing who haven’t […]

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Melonee Wise Joins Agility Robotics as CTO in Leadership Team Expansion

Corvallis, OR – May 22, 2023 – Agility Robotics today announced a significant expansion to the company’s leadership team. New Groundbreaking Roles of Chief Robot Officer and VP of Innovation Among Company Additions Effective immediately, the following distinguished individuals are combining their expertise, experience, and passion to work on Digit, the first human-centric, multi-purpose robot made for work, starting […]

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Mitsubishi Electric Announces Strategic Investment in OTTO Motors to Accelerate Industrial Automation

Mitsubishi Electric Announces Strategic Investment in OTTO Motors to Accelerate Industrial Automation May 12, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time KITCHENER, Ontario–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503), a global leader in factory automation solutions, today announced a strategic investment in Clearpath Robotics, the parent company of autonomous mobile robot leader, OTTO Motors. “The relationship between […]

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