Seoul Robotics introduced SENSR 3.0, the most advanced iteration of the SENSR 3D perception platform to deliver increased ease of use.
Teaching old robots new tricks
The SouthWest Research Institute shows how older robots can deliver value when you systematically design the approach and work within the constraints of your hardware.
Orbbec, Microsoft launch 3D vision camera
A built-in NVIDIA Jetson Nano is used to run advanced depth vision algorithms, eliminating the need for an external compute device.
Siemens, Comau collaborate on Sinumerik Run MyRobot
Siemens has entered into a cooperative agreement with Comau to offer their jointly engineered product the Sinumerik Run MyRobot / DirectControl.
NVIDIA upgrades Isaac Sim robotics simulation tool
New features include cloud accessibility, support for ROS 2 Humble and Windows, improved motion generation extension for robot arms and the ability to add human characters to simulation environments.
Owl AI launches 3D Thermal Ranger evaluation kit
Owl AI has launched a monocular 3D Thermal Ranger computer vision product for advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous vehicles.
NVIDIA DRIVE OS earns safety certification
TÜV SÜD has determined that NVIDIA’s DRIVE OS 5.2 software meets the ISO 26262 ASIL B standard, which targets functional safety in road vehicles’ systems.
Remembering robotics companies we lost in 2022
Running a successful robotics company is never easy. Unfortunately, these companies found out it’s even harder during a pandemic and supply chain crisis.
Jama Software releases Jama Connect for Robotics
Jama Software launched Jama Connect for Robotics, a set of frameworks, example projects and procedural, export and configuration documents.
IDS launches new higher resolution Ensenso N 3D camera
The latest edition of the Ensenso N cameras includes a higher resolution sensor to nearly double the accuracy of the solution.
LUCID launches the Atlas10 camera featuring an ultraviolet sensor
LUCID expands its advanced sensing portfolio with the Atlas10 camera Featuring the sony IMX487 ultraviolet (UV) sensor.
Should you use ROS as an interface layer?
The benefit of using an open-source framework is that it includes a large contributing community, which is continuously developing and improving.
Indy Autonomous Challenge returns to CES 2023 to spotlight autonomous racing
The Indy Autonomous Challenge returns to Las Vegas at CES 2023 with more powerful engines and improved sensors and computing infrastructure onboard.
LiDAR maker Quanergy files Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Quanergy went public just 10 months ago via a SPAC with China’s CITIC Capital, at an implied $1.4 billion equity value.
Intrinsic acquires ROS maker Open Source Robotics Corp
Brian Gerkey said “greater institutional support from Intrinsic and the resources from this transaction allow our team to focus on what we do best and accelerate development of ROS, Gazebo, and Open-RMF in a sustainable way.”
Inuitive sensor modules bring VSLAM to AMRs
New sensor modules add depth sensing and image processing with AI and VSLAM capabilities.
Robco brings in $13.8M for its modular robotic arms
Robco, a Munich-based startup that builds modular robots to automate small to medium industrial businesses, brought in around $13.8 million.
Formant builds remote operation tech for Kinova Gen 3 robot arm
Kinova Gen 3 robot arm users can now access a browser-based application to operate the arm and track data.
Stereolabs launches ZED-X cameras for indoor, outdoor robots
With new SDK and multi-camera control, Stereolabs launched deployment-ready 3D perception hardware and software.
11 handy software tools for roboticists
Every roboticist needs an arsenal of software tools to ensure their robot is running smoothly and visualize everything happening within the robot and around it.
How ROS 2 fixed a robot arm’s latency, jerky motions
Optimax approached PickNik Robotics for help improving the smoothness and latency of their robots using by using ROS 2.
Micropsi control software now compatible with FANUC robots
MIRAI controller generates robot movements directly and in real time through human demonstration.