Opinion & Briefings
Industry briefings, distilled for engineers
Daily industry briefings distilled from robotics research and industrial automation news — each links back to its original source.
ArchiveOpinion · Jun 19, 2024
AutoStore opens Thailand assembly plant to speed US warehouse robot deliveries
AutoStore opens a new robot assembly factory in Thailand to double capacity and cut lead times for North American customers.
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ANYbotics and Energy Robotics Partner for Autonomous Inspection
Strategic partnership integrates ANYmal robot with Energy Robotics' AI software for end-to-end asset monitoring in the energy industry.
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May Mobility launches Detroit autonomous vehicle pilot for seniors and disabled
May Mobility starts Accessibili-D AV service in Detroit, offering free rides to seniors and disabled residents across 68 stops.
Read moreArchiveOpinion · Jun 19, 2024
Glencore Cuts Forklift Incidents at Recycling Plant with ELOKON UWB Proximity System
Glencore retrofits forklifts with ELOKON's ELOshield UWB proximity detection, reducing safety incidents at its Rhode Island recycling facility.
Read moreArchiveOpinion · Jun 19, 2024
Renault Deploys 191 Exotec Skypod Robots in Fully Automated Parts Facility
Renault's Villeroy logistics site goes 100% automated with Exotec's Skypod robots, cutting order prep time from 2 hours to 20 minutes.
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ArchiveOpinion · Jun 3, 2024
Gideon Teams with Nvidia to Accelerate Supply Chain AI and AMR Automation
Gideon collaborates with Nvidia to integrate Isaac Perceptor into its AMRs, targeting trailer loading and unloading automation.
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ArchiveOpinion · Jun 2, 2024
Rocla Expands AGV Line with Shorter Automated Reach Truck for Narrow Aisles
Rocla introduces ARTsmf, a shorter automated reach truck operating in 2.85m aisles, expanding its AGV range for tight warehouses.
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ArchiveOpinion · Jun 2, 2024
Fives Automates Carrefour's Fresh Produce Order Picking Hub in Bourges
Fives equips Carrefour's new 66,000 sq m logistics platform with automated sorting to handle 8,500 parcels per hour for nearly 100 stores.
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ArchiveOpinion · May 29, 2024
Sonair unveils 3D ultrasonic sensor for safer, cheaper AMR navigation
Sonair exits stealth with a 3D ultrasonic sensor that gives AMRs 180×180° detection up to 5 m, aiming to replace costly LiDAR.
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