Recent data from A3 indicates significant growth in sectors such as life sciences, electronics, food, and collaborative robots, even as the automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) market experiences a cyclical downturn. This trend highlights the resilience and adaptability of these industries amid challenges faced by the automotive sector. The report, released in October 2023, underscores the ongoing demand for innovation and automation in various fields, suggesting that companies are increasingly investing in technology to enhance productivity and efficiency. The findings reflect a broader shift in market dynamics, where certain sectors continue to thrive despite fluctuations in others, pointing to a diversified economic landscape.
Robot Orders Hold Steady in Q1 2026 as Demand Broadens Across Non-Automotive Industries
Robotics needs a service framework.
RSF defines a common language for robot service capability, lifecycle operations, certification pathways, and service-provider networks.
Correction Notice for Research Article on Robot Peer Failures and Student Learning
An erratum has been issued for the research article titled 'Observing a robot peer’s failures facilitates students’ classroom learning' published in Science Robotics. This correction addresses inaccuracies found in the original publication, ensuring the integrity of the research findings. The importance of this erratum lies in its impact on the understand...
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International Research Team Embarks on Greenland Expedition to Study Melting Glaciers
An international team of researchers is set to begin a six-week expedition in Greenland on July 16, 2026, to investigate the rapid melting of fjord glaciers and its implications for the Atlantic Ocean. The study aims to assess how this melting contributes to potential climate tipping points, particularly affecting ocean currents. The research is part of a...
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São Paulo Becomes First City to Implement Citywide Drone Detection as a Service Network
R2 Wireless and Ôguen Tecnologias have partnered to launch a managed drone detection service in São Paulo, Brazil, making it the first city to implement a municipal-scale Drone Detection as a Service (DDaaS) network. This initiative aims to address rising concerns over the use of drones by criminal organizations, offering a cost-effective alternative to t...
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Nous Research Secures New Funding Talks at $1.5 Billion Valuation for Hermes Agent
Nous Research, the creator of the open-source Hermes agent, is in discussions to secure a new funding round led by Robot Ventures, aiming for a valuation of $1.5 billion. The company is looking to raise at least $75 million, following a previous $50 million Series A funding announced just three months prior. This funding round is significant as it reflect...
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KISS Institute Launches BotBall to Enhance STEM Education with Student-Led Robotics
The KISS Institute for Practical Robotics (KIPR) has introduced BotBall, a robotics program designed to foster creativity and critical thinking among students. This initiative emphasizes student-led engineering, allowing participants from elementary to high school to engage in hands-on learning using a standardized kit. The program ensures a level playing...
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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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Commercial UAV Expo Launches DRONERESPONDERS Course with FIFA Airspace Security Insights
The Commercial UAV Expo has introduced a two-day DRONERESPONDERS Program Management Course, coinciding with the 2026 DRONERESPONDERS Public Safety Summit. Scheduled for September 1-3, 2026, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, the course aims to provide insights from the FIFA World Cup airspace security operations, where over 600 drones were seized across 11 U....
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Unitree and UBTECH: Two Divergent Commercial Experiments for China Humanoid Robots in 2026
Unitree and UBTECH are at the forefront of the evolving robotics industry, each championing distinct approaches to the commercialization of embodied artificial intelligence. Unitree focuses on developing affordable industrial-scale humanoid robots, aiming to make advanced robotics accessible for various applications in sectors such as manufacturing and lo...
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Commercial UAV Expo Launches DRONERESPONDERS Training for Public Safety Applications
The Commercial UAV Expo has introduced a new two-day program management training course as part of its Public Safety Summit. This initiative focuses on various applications of drones in public safety, including their use as first responders, in fire services, crash-scene management, and shared-airspace operations. The course will also feature a two-part s...
2026H2 Robotics Events Briefing: Tailored Recommendations for Robotics Readers
Discover the ultimate directory of global robotics events in 2026. Tailored briefings for engineers, investors, and founders on humanoid robots, AI, and industrial automation by RobotToday.
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RoboNext 2026 | Japan's Next-Generation Robotics & AI Exhibition
Discover RoboNext 2026, Japan's new robotics exhibition showcasing AI, industrial automation, humanoid robots, AMRs, and next-generation robotics technologies in Osaka.
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ROBOTTODAY Weekly June 30 – July 4, 2026
Unitree wins CSRC approval for China’s first humanoid IPO, Korea unveils ₩312T AI investment, RoboCup 2026 opens in Incheon, and Paris launches Europe’s inaugural Physical AI summit.
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U of Catania (IT) Service Robots Group
The RoSy group at the University of Catania studies service robot architectures, multi-robot coordination, and autonomous navigation in dynamic environments. Research targets deployment of assistive and logistics robots in healthcare and commercial facilities.
Octopus Robots (FR)
France
Octopus Biosafety develops autonomous robots for poultry farming and facility management. Its Spoutnic avian robot automates biosecurity tasks in agricultural settings. The company is partnering with US group The Autonomous Way.
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.
HERL (Human Engineering Research Lab)
United States
Joint University of Pittsburgh and US Department of Veterans Affairs laboratory conducting rehabilitation engineering research. Develops mobility devices, assistive technologies, and medical-grade products for people with disabilities.
Joanneum Research Assoc (AT)
Austria
Joanneum Research Institute for Robotics and Flexible Production conducts applied R&D in industrial robot systems, production automation and robot safety, offering feasibility analysis, consulting and testing in a robotics solution centre.
St Petersburg National Research U of ITMO
Russian leading research university (ITMO University) specializing in information technology, optical engineering, and photonics. Active research programs in AI, robotics, computer vision, and cyber-physical systems.
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.
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.
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