In an era where technology is increasingly interwoven into daily life, the importance of trust and coordination among interconnected systems has come to the forefront. This principle is evident in various domains, from the natural world, where birds fly in formation, to educational settings, where students collaborate on projects. The rise of networks of connected machines, such as self-driving rideshare fleets and smart power grids, underscores the necessity for these systems to operate seamlessly. As these technologies continue to evolve, ensuring that each component can rely on the others is crucial for their effective functioning and overall success. This growing reliance on interconnected systems highlights the need for robust communication and trust mechanisms to facilitate their development and integration into society.
Do you trust me? A framework for making networks of robots and vehicles safer
Robotics needs a service framework.
RSF defines a common language for robot service capability, lifecycle operations, certification pathways, and service-provider networks.
U.S. Marine Corps Acquires Tempest Vehicles for Enhanced Counter-Drone Capabilities
The U.S. Marine Corps is set to enhance its counter-drone capabilities with the acquisition of 10 Tempest vehicles, designed by V2X. This $19 million contract, announced on September 8, includes not only the vehicles but also software management, spare parts, training, maintenance, and engineering support. The Tempest system is engineered to detect and en...
Military
The Impact of Robotics and Automation on Island Supply Chains
Discussions on port automation often focus on large terminals like Rotterdam and Singapore, which handle immense volumes of cargo. However, the true challenge for logistics technology lies in island supply chains, where delays can have immediate and significant consequences. A single late shipment can lead to empty grocery shelves or stop construction pro...
Logistics Robotics Supply chain
AIR AI Security Startup Secures $50M to Enhance AI Agent Supply Chain Security
AI security startup AIR has officially launched from stealth mode, raising $50 million through two seed funding rounds. The funding includes a $10 million round led by Sequoia and a subsequent $40 million round led by Greenoaks. Founded by Yair Saban and Niv Hoffman, AIR aims to create a platform that monitors the ecosystem of skills, plug-ins, and server...
AI Funding & Investment AI AI-driven platform
A Multilevel Path Planning Framework for Unmanned Surface Vehicles in Environmental Monitoring
A new multilevel path planning framework has been developed for unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) aimed at enhancing environmental monitoring of uninhabited islands and reefs. This framework utilizes information-driven techniques to optimize navigation and data collection processes in challenging marine environments. The significance of this development li...
RESEARCH ARTICLE
China’s Dexterous Hand Industry, 2026 Part 3 — The Players
Five vendor archetypes, MIR’s composite top ten, eight company profiles and six field deployments — every firm linked to the RobotToday supplier directory.
Components and Hardware Humanoids
AGIBOT Open-Sources 11,430 Robot Trajectories to Enhance Reinforcement Learning Research
AGIBOT, a Chinese robotics company, has released its WORLD 2026 dataset, featuring 11,430 robot trajectories aimed at advancing research in reinforcement learning for embodied AI. This dataset emphasizes learning from real-world interactions, capturing a range of experiences including successes, failures, and human interventions. The significance of this ...
AI and Robotics
MIT Lincoln Laboratory Researchers Explore Arctic Under-Ice Sounds and Communication Technologies
Researchers from MIT Lincoln Laboratory have been analyzing under-ice sounds in the Arctic, utilizing commercial sensors deployed during the U.S. Navy's Operation Ice Camp (OIC). Their work aims to understand sound propagation through ice, which is crucial for monitoring environmental changes and military activities in the region. The significance of this...
Research Sensors Magnets
China’s Dexterous Hand Industry, 2026 Part 1 — The Demand Picture
MIR Databank puts China dexterous hand shipments above 30,000 units in 2026, yet only 3.5% of 2025 demand came from factory production. Part 1 of 3.
Components and Hardware Humanoids
PAIR Program Assists Carnegie Mellon Students in AI Research Exploration
Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science emphasizes research as a core component of its academic environment. Faculty and graduate students are engaged in defining innovative questions and developing new methodologies that push the limits of their respective fields. The PAIR program plays a crucial role in guiding students to discover their...
RI Life Uncategorized
Former ByteDance and Tencent AI Researcher Sun Peng Joins Stardust Intelligence for Robot Learning
Sun Peng, a former core researcher in AI at ByteDance and Tencent, has joined Stardust Intelligence to improve post-training processes in robot reinforcement learning. This move is expected to enhance the capabilities of robots in learning from their environments more effectively. The significance of this development lies in the growing importance of rein...
Robotics Automation AI
Robot Kindergarten Launches with Seven Research Topics and Global Partner Recruitment
The Robot Kindergarten has officially opened, introducing seven collaborative research topics aimed at advancing the field of robotics. This initiative is significant as it seeks to foster innovation and collaboration among various stakeholders in robotics, enhancing the ecosystem for future developments. The importance of this launch lies in its potentia...
Robotics Automation AI
U.S. Army Integrates FireAnt UGVs with Bradley Vehicles During Pegasus Charge 3 Experiment
The U.S. Army is testing the integration of small unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) into armored formations by carrying them on M2A4 Bradley infantry fighting vehicles. Footage from Swarmbotics AI, released on August 25, 2026, shows a Bradley transporting at least five FireAnt UGVs during the Pegasus Charge 3 experiment with the 1st Cavalry Division. This i...
Military
BioRobotics Laboratory, Korea University of Technology and Education
Korea, Republic of (South)
South Korean university research laboratory focusing on haptics, exoskeletons, rehabilitation robotics, and autonomous ground vehicles.
Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL)
United States
VA–Univ. of Pittsburgh research center founded 1994, developing wheelchair robotics and assistive mobility tech for veterans and people with disabilities.
Robotics Education & Competition Foundation
United States
The REC Foundation is a US nonprofit that runs VEX-based robotics and drone competitions reaching 1.1 million students across 70 countries.
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.
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.
Human in Motion Robotics
Canada
Canadian company developing hands-free lower-limb exoskeletons for spinal cord injury and stroke rehabilitation.
LG Display
Korea, Republic of (South)
Seoul display maker (KRX:034220, NYSE:LPL), formed 1999, that launched plastic OLED humanoid-robot face panels for industrial settings in 2026.
Roboblock System Co., Ltd.
Korea, Republic of (South)
South Korean robotics distribution and development company founded in 1997; supplies AI robots, drones, humanoid kits, and VR/AR systems internationally.
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