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Mouser Electronics, Inc. is highlighting advancements in industrial artificial intelligence and machine learning through its dedicated automation resource center. This initiative aims to provide engineers and decision-makers with access to the latest applications and technologies in the field of aut...
During a recent Automation World podcast, Dave Madeley, senior director for part manufacturing at Siemens Digital Industries Software, discussed the concept of 'industrial AI.' This conversation took place live at the IMTS show in Chicago, highlighting the significance of AI in manufacturing. The d...
Germany has signed a significant agreement with Nvidia to develop advanced AI models tailored for industrial and physical applications. This initiative is part of the federal government's AI Roadmap and Industry 4.0 Platform, aiming to leverage Germany's industrial data and engineering expertise to...
In Berlin, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang discussed Germany's AI roadmap, focusing on industrial applications. Huang highlighted NVIDIA's long-standing collaboration with German industries, emphasizing the importance of integrating AI into manufacturing and automotive s...
The 26th China International Industry Expo commenced on October 12 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, featuring a significant focus on robotics. The expo spanned over 56,000 square meters with more than 400 exhibitors, showcasing both international and domestic companies....
JAKA Robotics showcased its advancements in embodied intelligence at the recent industrial expo, launching the JAKA Zu50 collaborative robot and the JAKA Kargo50 humanoid robot. These products highlight the company's commitment to integrating AI into industrial processes, demonstrating significant i...
On October 12, 2026, Vanjee Laser showcased its innovative lidar products at the 26th China International Industry Fair in Shanghai, which featured over 2,600 exhibitors and is expected to attract more than 200,000 visitors. The company highlighted its advancements in industrial perception and embod...
On October 12, the 26th China International Industrial Expo opened at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. Digua Robotics made its debut, showcasing its Xuri™ intelligent computing chip, RDK™ robot development kit, and RoboGo™ software platform, highlighting its full-stack AI c...
iiQKA.AI Vision has introduced a standalone vision application within iiQWorks, designed to simplify industrial image processing. This application features a graphical user interface that allows users to implement vision applications efficiently, utilizing drag-and-drop functionality, pre-built temp...
Zhejiang-based manufacturer Transfar is initiating over 300 real industrial scenarios, including chemical plants, logistics parks, and farms, to serve as testing grounds for robots. This initiative aims to enhance the training and deployment of embodied AI technologies in various sectors. The signi...
Inbolt has successfully raised $12.5 million to advance its AI-driven 3D vision software tailored for industrial robots. This funding will support the company's expansion into the U.S. and Asia-Pacific markets, as well as its entry into data centers and electronics manufacturing. The significance o...
RobotPlusPlus showcased its HighMate Series at SMM 2026 in Hamburg, focusing on industrial cleaning and corrosion control. The HighMate AP-F-CO Coating Robot+VOC Recovery System aims to reduce workers' exposure to hazardous tasks at height while enhancing the efficiency and consistency of cleaning a...
Intrinsic, a subsidiary of Google, has released Intrinsic Core as open-source robotics software, enabling developers to create AI-enabled industrial robot applications from prototype to production. This software includes features such as real-time robot control, pose estimation, and motion planning,...
Universal Robots, a Teradyne Robotics company, has launched its seventh-generation industrial robot platform, Gen 7, aimed at advancing industrial automation and physical AI applications. This new platform was introduced at the IMTS trade show and features an innovative design that includes new robo...
The Huizhou Zhongkai District has approved the Embodied Intelligence Industrial Park project, which will feature a digital infrastructure platform. The project, with a total investment of 1.031 billion yuan, spans 135,600 square meters and is set to commence on December 1, 2026. It aims to deploy 80...
YouRobot has introduced its new Gen 7 platform aimed at facilitating large-scale deployment of industrial automation and physical AI. This innovative platform is designed to enhance operational efficiency and adaptability in various industrial settings. The significance of the Gen 7 platform lies i...
Universal Robots has introduced the Gen 7 robot platform, which features a complete redesign from the controller to the tool flange. This new platform is designed to be AI-ready right out of the box, equipping companies with advanced software tools and improved connectivity. The significance of the...
Industrial automation leaders are increasingly exploring the integration of AI into their operations, focusing on its role rather than its presence. Agentic AI is positioned as a digital co-worker that complements existing automation, MES, and ERP systems, enhancing the capabilities of planners. Th...
Vention has inaugurated a physical AI research lab in Montreal aimed at advancing robotic manipulation for manufacturing applications. The lab, directed by Jimmy Li and advised by Joelle Pineau, will leverage industrial data and customer insights to develop scalable robotic systems. With a focus on...
Vention has inaugurated Canada's premier Physical AI and industrial robotics lab in Montreal, aimed at enhancing robotic manipulation through the integration of advanced AI research into scalable manufacturing solutions. This initiative is significant as it focuses on applied manufacturing use case...
Caterpillar Inc. is collaborating with FieldAI to advance AI, autonomy, and robotics in industrial settings. This partnership aims to address labor shortages and productivity challenges by leveraging technologies such as robotics, digital twins, and NVIDIA solutions. The collaboration focuses on ut...
Galbot, a Chinese embodied AI robotics company, is advancing the integration of robots into industrial production environments. Founded in May 2023, the company has raised over RMB 2.4 billion ($360 million) in funding, with a valuation exceeding RMB 22 billion ($3.27 billion). Galbot's G1 robot fea...
Manufacturers are increasingly leveraging AI to detect quality deviations and equipment drift, with Bain & Company projecting that industrial AI could generate $70 billion in new value by 2030. However, the successful implementation of AI hinges on engineers' trust in its insights, which must be tra...
Figure AI has successfully demonstrated its humanoid platform's ability to autonomously ascend and descend a 15-foot industrial ladder. This achievement, shared by CEO Brett Adcock on August 22, showcases the robot's capability to navigate complex vertical environments, a significant advancement fro...
Manufacturers are increasingly frustrated with AI's limited scalability, as pilots often fail to replicate success across different sites. Accenture's research indicates that leading firms are adopting 'systemic AI,' which integrates intelligence directly into production systems, linking decision-ma...
JD.com founder Richard Liu announced the company's initiative to eliminate technology barriers by opening its full-stack self-developed AI to global partners. This move is part of JD's broader strategy to enhance its logistics capabilities and foster collaboration in the AI sector. The company's si...
Mouser Electronics has introduced dedicated resource hubs aimed at addressing the complete design challenges associated with industrial edge AI. These hubs provide practical guidance on critical aspects such as workload characterization, energy harvesting, and the development of production-grade pow...
igus GmbH has launched a new self-supporting twisterchain energy chain designed for industrial applications, particularly in palletizing. This innovative product enables reliable cable management through rotation angles exceeding 600° on compact industrial robots, addressing challenges related to en...
Zhejiang IPLUSMOBOT Technology has introduced the NERA-P omnidirectional chassis and NERA-C controller at the WAIC. This launch aims to standardize navigation and control for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), establishing a reusable embodied intelligence infrastructure for both humanoid wheeled and q...
At the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference, Shanghai Electric presented its advanced embodied intelligence solutions for industrial applications. The company emphasized its capabilities in embodied AI robots, core components, and AI-native smart factory technologies, showcasing a comprehen...
Palladyne AI, a U.S.-based aerospace and defense technology company, announced its participation in the Needham Virtual Industrial Tech, Robotics, & Power 1x1 Conference. CEO Ben Wolff and CFO Trevor Thatcher will hold one-on-one meetings with institutional investors on August 17 and 18, 2026. This...
AGIBOT introduced four new robotic products at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026 in Shanghai, enhancing its humanoid robots and industrial automation systems. The new offerings include the AGIBOT A3 Ultra humanoid robot, X2 EDU education platform, G2 Max industrial robot, and...
On July 16, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang announced a significant partnership in Tokyo with major Japanese manufacturers such as Fanuc, Yaskawa Electric, and Kawasaki Heavy Industries. This collaboration aims to advance the deployment of physical AI in Japan, marking a pivotal moment in the industrial AI...
Recent advancements in predictive analytics, robotics, and data-driven logistics are reshaping industrial real estate by reducing reliance on large inventories. Traditionally, warehouses were designed to manage uncertainty through storage, but the shift towards real-time coordination is changing thi...
Manufacturers are generating unprecedented amounts of data through automation systems, capturing everything from process values to production metrics. However, many plants face challenges in quickly answering fundamental operational questions, such as equipment status during issues or alarm sequence...
Sanctuary AI, based in Vancouver, has formed a strategic partnership with Tokyo's Zeon Corporation to develop advanced materials for robotic hands. This collaboration focuses on creating rugged elastomeric components that will enhance the durability and tactile precision of industrial robots, addres...
Comau is set to integrate NVIDIA's Physical AI simulation libraries and accelerated computing into its robotics products and system design processes. This collaboration aims to enhance the development of intelligent and autonomous robotics solutions tailored for industrial applications. The partner...
Generative Bionics has announced plans to create a multi-site Physical AI Data Factory, starting with a 5,000-square-meter hub in Italy, set to open by Q4 2027. This facility aims to generate both real-world and simulated data for training its GENE.01 industrial humanoid robots, utilizing a combinat...
Tianqi Shares has accumulated nearly 20,000 hours of industrial data at its Jiangsu Embodied Intelligence Robot Industrial Data Collection and Training Center. This data supports the development of robotics applications in automotive production, with 36 primary and 163 secondary application scenario...
Wanghong Technology participated in the 100th Origin Space seminar, discussing the challenges robots face in real industrial environments, such as smoke, dust, and connectivity issues. Chairman Sun Yanlong emphasized the need for robots to perform accurately and quickly in complex settings, highligh...
Gamma Robotics, an innovative company focused on humanoid robots, has been established in Shanghai's Xuhui District, marking the first market-oriented venture incubated by China Telecom's TeleAI. The company aims to innovate and apply self-evolving humanoid robot models and will collaborate with Tel...
The 2026 Industrial Expo showcased a shift in robotics, moving away from entertainment to competitive applications. Notably, a 30-foot metal dove fell in Detroit's Roosevelt Park, revealing a robot named GoodGood, highlighting the integration of robotics in public spaces. This evolution is signific...
In a recent Automation World podcast, John Perez, product manager at FUCHS Lubricant Co., discussed the evolving landscape of industrial lubricants as automation progresses. He highlighted the increasing demands from OEMs for high-performance synthetic lubricants that meet the needs of modern automa...
The QCon Global Software Development Conference, scheduled for October 22 to 24 in Shanghai, will feature a special track titled 'Data-Driven Embodied Intelligence: The Road to Scale.' Dr. Huang Yongtao, Chief Data Scientist at Ant Lingbo Technology, will lead discussions on how to transition embodi...
On October 12, 2026, the 26th China International Industrial Expo kicked off at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, running until October 16. During the event, Brainstone and its partner Smart Dynamics unveiled the EBK-HR D1 series, a wheeled dual-arm humanoid robot designed f...
Industrial Next, a San Francisco-based startup, is transforming factory automation by enabling robots to switch tasks in minutes instead of weeks. Their AI-driven robotic stations utilize proprietary foundation models that integrate vision, task context, and motion, allowing for quick retooling of p...
Shanghai universities showcased groundbreaking technologies at the 26th China International Industry Fair held from October 12 to 16 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center. A total of 63 universities presented 527 projects, focusing on national strategic needs and addressing industrial cha...
The 26th China International Industry Fair opened on October 12 in Shanghai, showcasing advancements in industrial automation and smart manufacturing, with domestic industrial chips highlighted as a window into the industry's self-sufficiency and intelligence development. As the demands for control,...
From October 12 to 16, Agile Robots showcased 12 products at the 26th China International Industrial Expo in Shanghai. The exhibition highlighted five key areas: embodied intelligence, embodied models, research ecology, consumer applications, and industrial implementation, demonstrating a comprehens...
Minerva Humanoids has announced its emergence from stealth mode, securing approximately $10 million in pre-seed funding aimed at developing semi-autonomous humanoid robots for hazardous work in the energy and public safety sectors. This funding round was led by General Catalyst, with participation f...
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