Aeva, a prominent company specializing in advanced sensing and perception systems, has successfully delivered the initial C-sample units of its Aeva Atlas™ 4D LiDAR sensors to Daimler Truck North America and Torc Robotics. This delivery represents a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the companies, aimed at advancing the series production of SAE Level 4 autonomous Class 8 trucks. The partnership underscores Aeva's commitment to enhancing autonomous vehicle technology, which is crucial for the future of transportation. The delivery of these sensors is a pivotal step in the development process, facilitating further testing and refinement of the technology necessary for achieving higher levels of automation in trucking.
Aeva Delivers Atlas C-Samples to Daimler Truck for Autonomous Truck Production Program
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Doubao Work Enhances Task Management with Parallel Sub-Agents and Mac GUI Control
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EDGE Group Delivers Six HT 100 NAVAL Unmanned Helicopters to Angolan Navy
The EDGE Group, a defense company from the United Arab Emirates, has successfully delivered six HT 100 NAVAL unmanned helicopters to the Angolan navy. This delivery is part of a €1 billion ($1.2 billion) contract finalized in 2023, following successful Factory Acceptance Trials (FAT) conducted in Switzerland. This milestone is significant as it enhances t...
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KUKA Introduces KMF 1500P Series of Autonomous Forklifts for Enhanced Productivity
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Yushu Robot G1 Showcases Autonomous Fighting, Yet Concerns Persist
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Xpeng Motors Launches Automated Production Line for Humanoid Robot IRON in Guangzhou
In September 2026, Xpeng Motors officially launched the automated production line for its humanoid robot IRON in Guangzhou, aiming for mass production by the end of the year. This initiative signifies the transfer of quality management systems from automotive manufacturing to the robotics sector, as stated by Xpeng CEO He Xiaopeng during the launch ceremo...
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Humanoid Robots Enhanced by AI Controller for Translating Commands into Actions
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XPeng Launches Automated Production Line for Humanoid Robots with First IRON Model
XPeng has officially commenced operations of its automated production line for humanoid robots, with the first IRON robot successfully completing its final assembly and autonomously walking off the line. This milestone signifies XPeng's transition from research and development to mass production of humanoid robots, which are still in the early stages of c...
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Atomica Launches Physical AI Sensor Platform for Diverse Intelligent Systems Applications
Atomica, a microfabrication foundry based in the U.S., has introduced its Physical AI Sensor Platform. This platform is designed to assist customers in creating sensors tailored for various applications, including robotics, autonomy, industrial automation, medical systems, defense, smart infrastructure, and edge intelligence. The launch of the Physical AI...
ZhiYuan Unveils AGILE 2.0: Transforming Robotic Vision and Motion Capabilities
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LiControl Secures B++ Funding to Advance Embodied Intelligence Technology
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ViAct's viBOT Enhances Safety with Vision AI on Construction Job Sites
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Aeva
United States
Aeva builds 4D LiDAR sensors using unique FMCW technology that detects velocity and range simultaneously on a silicon-photonics chip.
Didi Chuxing (CN)
China
Didi Chuxing is a Chinese ride-hailing platform that has expanded into autonomous vehicle research and development. The company operates a large-scale mobility service network and invests in self-driving technology.
Drone Delivery Canada
Canada
Operates the FLYTE proprietary platform for automated cargo UAS, with integrated air traffic management and DroneSpot depots for medical and commercial use.
Duckietown Robotics
United States
Educational robotics platform provider offering autonomous vehicle kits and AI curricula used by 250+ universities worldwide.
Machine Vision Lighting Inc.
Japan
Tokyo firm whose patented VISA-Method lighting delivers uniform illumination and one-step 3-D imaging for machine-vision inspection.
Tangram Vision
United States
Perception infrastructure software and hardware company enabling reliable sensor calibration and integration for robotics and autonomous systems.
CalmCar Vehicle Vision
China
Chinese developer of machine-vision perception systems for ADAS and autonomous driving, from L2 to L4; backed by ZF, SAIC, and BAIC.
PBA Systems Pte Ltd
Singapore
Singapore precision motion specialist (est. 1999); direct drive motors, nano-precision gantry stages, and mechatronic systems for semiconductor packaging.
Kithara Software GmbH
Germany
German real-time software specialist since 1996, providing Windows-based RTOS extensions (RealTime Suite) with EtherCAT for robotics and industrial automation.
KITOV Systems (kitov.ai)
Israel
Israeli AI-powered automated visual quality inspection company using 3D computer vision and deep learning to automate complex part inspection in manufacturing.
Total Logistics System Co., Ltd.
Japan
Japan-based logistics company providing fulfillment, shipping, transportation, and logistics processing services with a nationwide distribution network.
Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Automated Logistics company
United States
US material handling systems integrator founded in 1952, delivering warehouse automation, AGVs, AMRs, conveyors, and Exacta supply chain software.
E-COBOT
France
French AMR manufacturer and system integrator offering the HUSKY robot range and MyCobot fleet management software.
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