Ultraefficient chip could help tiny robots traverse complex environments
Researchers at MIT have developed an innovative chip designed to enhance the navigation capabilities of small, low-power unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) as they maneuver through confined spaces, such as industrial HVAC systems, to detect gas leaks. This breakthrough, announced recently, enables these autonomous robots and other battery-operated devices to create detailed three-dimensional maps of their surroundings in real time while consuming minimal energy—approximately the same amount as a single LED light. By utilizing these maps, the robots can effectively plan collision-free routes to their objectives, significantly improving their operational efficiency and safety in complex environments.
Robotics needs a service framework.
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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.
Oceaneering (acq Frog AGV)
United States
Oceaneering is an offshore technology and engineered services company that acquired Frog AGV systems. It supplies automated guided vehicles and subsea robotics for oil and gas, aerospace, and industrial customers.
OM Robot (CN)
United States
OM Robot (Omron Robotics) manufactures industrial, collaborative, and mobile robots for manufacturing automation. OTTO AMR and SCARA/delta robot lines are deployed globally with FLOW Core fleet management software.
Swiss Mobile Robotics Consortium
Swiss Mobile Robotics Consortium is a Swiss collaborative initiative focused on mobile robotics research and development, bringing together academic and industrial partners to advance autonomous mobile robot technologies.
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.
Applied Motion Products, Inc.
United States
Since 1978, we have helped OEMs and system integrators achieve precise, reliable control of position, speed, and torque in demanding environments. Applied Motion Products addresses these needs with a broad and flexible portfolio that includes stepper motors, servo system.
Elmo Motion Control Inc.
United States
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Changzhou Hemm Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd. 常州汉姆智能科技
China
It is deeply engaged in the design, R&D and overall solution delivery of stepping motors, brushless DC motors, linear motors and drive control systems, and simultaneously provides advanced Industry 4.0 technology solutions to create highly adaptable software and hardware integrated.
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