A new partnership has been formed to implement a unified system of record aimed at enhancing operational efficiency in manufacturing environments. This initiative is designed to standardize execution processes, document as-built history, and improve traceability, all while minimizing disruptions on the shop floor. By integrating these capabilities, the collaboration seeks to streamline workflows and ensure that all relevant data is easily accessible and accurately recorded. The move comes in response to the growing need for manufacturers to adopt more cohesive and efficient systems that can adapt to the complexities of modern production demands. The implementation is expected to significantly benefit organizations by fostering better communication and coordination among teams, ultimately leading to improved productivity and quality control.
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Tesla's Optimus Production Targets Set to Challenge Competitors in Robotics Market
Tesla has officially finalized its third-generation Optimus robot, aiming for a production capacity of 100,000 units annually. CEO Elon Musk has set a strict production timeline, requiring the company to ramp up to 1,000 units per week by September and stabilize at 2,000-2,500 units per week by year-end. Failure to meet these targets could result in a com...
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Jinke Smart Agriculture Reduces Robotics Investment from 650 Million to 60 Million Amid Market Challenges
On July 10, Jinke Smart Agriculture's stock surged, prompting speculation about its acquisition of Jiangsu Huibo Robotics. Initially, Jinke planned to invest 650 million yuan to gain control over Huibo, which specializes in humanoid robotics for pig farming. However, by late June, the investment was drastically reduced to 60 million yuan, raising concerns...
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Xiaomi Robotics Launches Open Source U0 Model with Significant Performance Enhancements
On July 15, Xiaomi Robotics unveiled the open-source Xiaomi-Robotics-U0, a multimodal autoregressive foundational model with 38 billion parameters. This release follows the introduction of the VLA model Xiaomi-Robotics-0 in February, marking a significant advancement in embodied intelligence. The code and model weights are now available on GitHub, Hugging...
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New Quantum Hermite Transform Algorithm Enhances AI and Scientific Computing Potential
Researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory, Northeastern University, Google Quantum AI, and the University of Texas at Austin have introduced a new quantum computing algorithm called the quantum Hermite transform (QHT). This algorithm aims to broaden the scope of problems that future quantum computers can address, part...
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Agility Robotics and Churchill Capital Corp XI Submit Draft Registration for Business Combination
Agility Robotics, creator of the humanoid robot Digit, and Churchill Capital Corp XI have confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form S-4 to the SEC. This submission is a significant step towards their proposed business combination, which will make Agility a publicly traded entity. This transaction is poised to establish Agility as the...
The Escalating AI Arms Race in Software Engineering Technical Interviews
The landscape of software engineering job interviews is rapidly evolving due to the increasing use of AI by both candidates and employers. Applicants are employing AI assistants to enhance their performance during remote technical interviews, while companies are countering with AI tools designed to detect such assistance. This dynamic creates a competitiv...
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ROBOTTODAY Weekly July 6 – 10, 2026
This week in robotics: AI² Robotics raises $735M for wheeled humanoids, Unitree G1 performs first live surgery, Dexmal launches DexOS platform, Agility Robotics announces SPAC, and Ondas acquires DZYNE for $875.8M. July 6–10, 2026.
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Fieldwork Robotics Receives £2.5 Million Investment for Berry Harvesting Automation
Fieldwork Robotics has secured a £2.5 million investment from SEED Innovations to enhance its selective and modular berry harvesting robots. This funding is part of a Seed+ fundraising initiative announced in April 2026, aimed at addressing labor shortages and rising costs in berry production. The investment will facilitate the transition from technology ...
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RoboDK Launches CAM Software to Reduce Robotic Machining Deployment Time by 40%
RoboDK has introduced its new CAM software, enabling robotic machining programs to be generated directly from CAD files. This innovation, showcased at the Automate Show, promises to reduce deployment time by up to 40%, allowing users to create toolpaths and collision-free motions without manual coding. The software aims to simplify the robotic machining p...
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Piaggio Fast Forward Brings kilo® Autonomous Mobile Robot to Automate 2026
Piaggio Fast Forward showcases kilo®, an infrastructure-free collaborative AMR (300 lb payload, 360° LiDAR), at Automate 2026 booth #17054.
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Unbounded Power Launches K15 Robot with Full CE Certification for Global Markets
On July 9, 2026, Unbounded Power announced that its second-generation K15 robot has achieved full industrial-grade CE certification, making it the world's first embodied intelligent robot to do so. The K15 has passed multiple EU standards, including CE-MD for machinery safety and EN ISO 13849 for functional safety, confirming its compliance with the highe...
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RoboDK Enhances Manufacturing with Digital Twin and OLP Software Features
RoboDK has introduced advanced features in its digital twin and offline programming (OLP) software, enabling manufacturers to simulate robotic cells virtually. This software allows users to model robots, tooling, and surrounding equipment, facilitating pre-installation testing of automation systems. Key functionalities include accurate robot simulation, c...
Reflex Robotics
United States
Reflex Robotics develops cost-effective, general-purpose humanoid robots aimed at automating repetitive tasks across various industries. The robots feature a human-in-the-loop control system, enhancing reliability for complex operations. Designed in-house, they offer a significantly lower price point compared to competitors, with a focus on operational efficiency. The engineering team comprises experts from leading tech firms, ensuring robust hardware performance.
ASRock Industrial Computer Corporation
Taiwan
ASRock Industrial, a global leader in edge computers and industrial motherboards, delivers high-performance industrial computers, motherboards, and mini PCs. Subscribe for the Latest Automate Show Updates Copyright © 2013-2026 A3 Automate.
B&R Industrial Automation
Austria
At the center of B&R’s approach is a unified automation architecture that combines powerful control, flexible I/O, intuitive HMI, motion, and integrated safety in one cohesive environment. The company gives system integrators, OEMs, and project-driven organizations the performance, openness, and.
Herr Industrial, Inc
United States
US provider of industrial paint finishing systems, air pollution control, material handling, and control systems since 1971. Delivers turnkey automation solutions for metal, plastic, and wood finishing with installation and maintenance services.
Langebaek Logistics A/S
Denmark
Scandinavian consultancy specializing in supply chain management, logistics optimization, and warehousing. Advises clients at strategic and operational levels, integrating automation and AI into logistics workflows.
Qubiqa (prev Univeyor Logistics) (DK)
Denmark
Qubiqa is a Danish supplier of intelligent material handling and logistics systems, providing turnkey intralogistics solutions including conveyor systems and palletizing equipment, specializing in the insulation manufacturing sector.
Scallog Scalable Logistics (FR)
French developer of goods-to-person robotic order picking systems for logistics warehouses. Robots integrate with existing WMS/ERP platforms; claimed ROI under two years with documented productivity gains above 40% in order picking operations.
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.
Control System Integrators
United States
Control System Integrators (CSI) specializes in intelligent automation solutions for manufacturing and industrial processes. It offers control systems integration, machine vision inspection, robotic systems, material handling, assembly automation, marking & traceability, industrial IT, and turnkey project execution with lifecycle support for automotive, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and other sectors.
Robot System Automation (IT)
Robot System Automation is an Italian automation systems integrator with over 600 installations across global industrial sites in the past seven years. The company designs and deploys robotic automation solutions for manufacturing operations, with a website primarily in Italian.
WS System GmbH
Germany
WS System GmbH is a German cobot integrator developing collaborative production workplace solutions for healthcare, food, and inclusion sectors. Integrates Universal Robots UR3e and UR5e cobots into stationary and mobile cobot installations under an Industry 4.0 framework.
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