Orbbec, a leading global 3D camera manufacturer, announced the launch of the Femto Mega. Built in partnership with Microsoft, it is designed to enable ready access to 3D technology. It’s the industry’s highest resolution 3D camera with real-time streaming of processed images over ethernet or USB connections that makes it ideal for use in robotics,…
China’s OrionStar Robotics has announced the next generation of its delivery robot. The Lucki PRO service robot includes features such as a dish recognition camera, 360-degree smart ambient lamp, 14.1-inch high-definition screen, and torsion bar damping suspension. The dish recognition camera can automatically identify and broadcast dishes, enabling real-time data analysis and standardization for chain…
Automation warehouse company AutoStore has announced the North American launch of Pio (Product In/Out), a plug-and-play version of its AutoStore cube storage technology specifically geared for small and midsize businesses (SMBs). Based on a pay-per-pick service model, Pio allows retailers of apparel, sporting goods, crafts and cosmetics to deploy robotic automation for a relatively low…
Ottonomy.IOÂ has unveiled Ottobot Yeti, an autonomous unattended delivery robot designed for curbside, first-mile and last-mile deliveries, locker integration and automating the return process for retailers. Ottobot 2.0, introduced in Q3 2022, is a fully customizable and modular robot that features interchangeable cabins and specializations based on the needs of retail, restaurants, and curbside deliveries. Designed…
Automation solutions provider Addverb has announced a partnership with Velociti Alliance to bring new warehouse automation and robotics applications to the convenience store and grocery supply chain space. Addverb’s portfolio of mobile robots, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), picking technologies and software will be integrated with Velociti Alliance’s solutions to enable wholesale distribution centers…
Shenzhen-based and founded in 2016, Pudu Robotics is a tech-focused commercial service robot manufacturer dedicated to the R&D, production and sales of commercial service robots that enhance human productivity and quality of life. As of the end of 2022, PUDU said it was exporting robots to over 60 countries, serving customers in more than 600…
Fuji Corporation said it has used its know-how from years of experience in robotics and automation to develop a solution for automatically moving wheeled carts in retail stores. The solution aims to handle multiple types of existing carts that are typically used in retail stores, and requires no changes to existing store layout or infrastructure….
Monopoly Dreams Hong Kong and Novelte Robotics have announced a collaboration that aims to pamper visitors with an interactive Information and tour-guide service using a mobile robot called “RoboButler” (GB1). As the Monopoly Dreams’ frontline ambassador, GB1 can work during opening hours every day, providing visitors with friendly services at various attraction sites inside the theme park….
Hyundai Motor Group has started two pilot delivery service programs using autonomous robots based on its Plug & Drive (PnD) modular platform at a hotel and a residential-commercial complex located in the outskirts of Seoul, South Korea. The delivery robot consists of a storage unit integrated on top of a PnD driving unit. Alongside the loading…
Grubhub and Kiwibot, which develops last-mile robotic delivery services, have announced they will provide robot delivery services on college campuses across the U.S. Robot delivery will first be available at the University of North Dakota before rolling out to additional schools next semester, the companies said. Kiwibot joins Grubhub’s existing partners, including Cartken and Starship, on nearly a dozen…
Teal and Starship Technologies have announced a partnership to provide connectivity and reliability to automated delivery robots around the world. Starship offers deliveries with autonomous robots that are designed to deliver food, groceries, and packages locally in minutes. Keeping its delivery robots reliably and securely connected is critical to maintaining the continuity of operations as the…
Switzerland-based startup LOXO has unveiled its autonomous vehicle, designed for last-mile delivery. Developed and produced in Switzerland, the vehicle aims to be on public roads in spring 2023. In addition to Switzerland, LOXO said the vehicle will be aimed for roads in Germany and Great Britain. The company said the rapid growth of e-commerce and…
To address labor shortages and rising costs in the retail and service sectors, China-based Dobot has announced a new Nova Series of collaborative robots designed specifically for retail customers. The new robots can handle tasks such as making coffee, cocktails, ice cream, noodles, fried chicken, and even perform physical therapy.
Pittsburgh International Airport has announced a collaboration with Ottonomy.io for a pilot project to offer select passengers a contactless delivery system with autonomous mobile robots.
Spacee, which develops computer vision and AI solutions, has announced the launch of a new version of its Deming shelf-mounted robots with live video feed capabilities. The new features allow retail store managers to see shelves and get real-time inventory snapshots remotely.
Picnic Works, a Seattle-based developer of kitchen automation technology, has announced a partnership with ContekPro, which develops modular kitchens. The partnership will create factory-built pizza kitchens for commercial foodservice providers that feature faster deployments, hassle-free launches and more cost-efficient equipment.