Ouster has announced the integration of its Rev8 OS digital lidar technology with the NVIDIA Jetson platform, enhancing the capabilities of the NVIDIA Robotics ecosystem. This development, which aims to introduce native color lidar sensing, is set to advance the field of Physical AI. By leveraging the powerful processing capabilities of the Jetson platform, Ouster's technology will enable more sophisticated and responsive robotic applications. This integration marks a significant step forward in the evolution of robotics, allowing for improved perception and interaction with the physical world. The collaboration is expected to drive innovation and expand the potential uses of lidar in various industries, including autonomous vehicles and smart infrastructure.
Ouster Brings Support for REV8 Digital Lidar to Robotics and Edge AI Ecosystem
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Ant Group's Robotics Subsidiary Introduces Innovative Robot Brain Technology
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Physical AI Landscape: From Digital Intelligence to the Embodied Physical World
A comprehensive industry analysis of Physical AI — covering Embodied AI, Field AI, Factory AI, VLM, World Model, VLA, and the VLA vs WAM architecture debate. Includes 20+ companies, 28 references, and the RobotToday Physical AI Landscape diagram. July 2026.
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Alkadur Robot Systems GmbH
Germany
Alkadur Robot Systems (Germany) manufactures automated doner kebab cutting robots for commercial food service environments. The robotic systems use optically integrated sensors to deliver precise, hygienic, single-button-operated meat slicing for high-volume restaurant and catering operations.
CRP Robot (CN)
China
Chinese high-tech enterprise manufacturing industrial robots, collaborative robots, and core robot components including control systems and servo systems. Main drafting unit of four Chinese national standards in the industrial robot domain.
Dr Robot
Canada
Dr Robot Inc develops WiFi-connected robot platforms, motor drivers, servo controllers, and OEM robot kits for autonomous mobile and humanoid robot development. Products target educational, research, and personal robot application developers.
Green Hills Software
United States
Independent embedded software provider delivering RTOS, compilers, IDEs, and debuggers for safety- and security-critical systems. Serves automotive, avionics, defence, and industrial domains with certified real-time operating system platforms since 1982.
Scorpion Vision Software (UK)
Norwegian-based 2D and 3D industrial machine vision software platform (marketed under Tordivel AS). Offers sub-pixel and micron-level non-contact measurement, configurable inspection tools, and advanced calibration capabilities without programming.
Acquired Data Solutions, Inc.
United States
Provides systems engineering, embedded software development, automation integration, and cybersecurity services for government and commercial defense clients. Capabilities include OT/IT convergence, edge computing, and mission-critical system integration across a 28-year operational history.
AU Centre for Robotic Vision (ACRV) (AU)
Australia
Australian research centre focused on robotic vision systems, operating under university auspices. Conducts research in computer vision and perception for autonomous robots. Website was inaccessible at time of scrape; inferred from name and known public profile as a vision-focused robotics institute.
Robotic Vision Technologies
US developer of Vision Factory, a 3D machine vision platform enabling industrial robots to locate parts in six degrees of freedom from a single camera image. Targets automated manufacturing lines requiring high-speed, accurate part location without structured environments.
Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI Robots)
United States
Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI Robots) designs and manufactures vendor-independent vehicle automation systems. Its proprietary technology platform revolves around Mobius, an advanced autonomous command and control software suite. Mobius orchestrates multi-vehicle operations, integrating precise navigation, real-time obstacle detection, and path-planning capabilities into legacy fleets. The company's product line includes drive-by-wire hardware kits that convert standard industrial vehicles into autonomous units capable of remote teleoperation or fully automated execution. These solutions automate heavy machinery within the mining, agriculture, automotive testing, and government logistics sectors, emphasizing increased operational safety and predictable cycle times.
CalmCar Vehicle Vision (CN)
China
Chinese automotive AI company providing L2 to L4 intelligent driving solutions including ADAS, automated parking, and occupant monitoring systems. Products address urban traffic scenarios and driver/occupant monitoring using computer vision.
Vehicle Technologies Inc.
United States
Developer of autonomous and remote-controlled vehicle systems and drive-by-wire conversion technology. Provides unmanned ground vehicle platforms and electromechanical actuation systems for defence and commercial automation.
Acquire to Decide
France
A2D specializes in automated infrastructure monitoring solutions utilizing advanced photogrammetry and AI for fault detection. Our A2D Cloud and A2D Real Time platforms facilitate rapid data acquisition and processing, generating 3D digital twins with defect visualization. This technology enables proactive maintenance strategies, enhances risk management, and optimizes operational costs, ensuring precise diagnostics and timely decision-making for engineering structures.
ReSim.ai
United States
Resim develops cloud-based simulation and validation infrastructure for robotics and autonomous vehicles. Its platform supports scenario generation, data replay, system regression testing, and performance analytics to accelerate verification and continuous integration of autonomy stacks.
Disruptive Technologies (NO)
Norway
Disruptive Technologies manufactures miniature wireless IoT sensors with peel-and-stick form factor for monitoring temperature, proximity, touch, and humidity. Sensors transmit data to cloud infrastructure for asset tracking and facility management.
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