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China has initiated tests for its next-generation stealth drone operations aboard a 40,000-ton warship. This development signifies a notable advancement in military technology, particularly in enhancing naval capabilities with unmanned aerial systems. The significance of these tests lies in their p...
A year ago, NVIDIA made its Aerial wireless software open source, enhancing the development of next-generation 6G networks alongside Sionna and other tools. These resources enable researchers to test concepts and collaborate effectively, integrating simulation and AI training with real-world wireles...
Recent advancements in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) emphasize the importance of balancing torque and battery life to enhance operational efficiency. The alignment between actuator performance and duty cycle is now a critical factor influencing uptime and return on investment, surpassing tradition...
Xiaomi's CEO, Lei Jun, announced that the company's next-generation self-developed chip is approaching its release. However, specific details such as the launch date, product name, and technical specifications were not disclosed during the announcement. This information was shared in a post that als...
Dreame's founder, Huo, is advancing the development of artificial intelligence algorithms and humanoid robots designed to assist with household chores such as cleaning and washing. This innovation aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of home-help robots, catering to the growing demand fo...
Humanoid, a UK-based AI and robotics firm, is expanding its collaboration with NVIDIA to develop the computing foundation for a new generation of humanoid robots. This partnership focuses on integrating NVIDIA's advanced robotics and edge computing technologies, including Jetson Thor and Isaac OS, i...
Yuejiang Technology has unveiled the Vega 7, a next-generation seven-axis force control arm, at the Shanghai Industrial Expo on October 12. This product is designed for wheeled dual-arm platforms and industrial mobile operations, emphasizing long-term reliability and performance in real-world applic...
Teradyne, Inc. has announced the launch of Magnum E2, a high-speed memory test system designed for advanced DRAM and NAND flash interfaces, including LPDDR6, DDR6, GDDR7, and NAND flash. Built on the Near-DUT Test architecture, Magnum E2 supports both production and engineering configurations, facil...
The collapse of the Franco-German-Spanish Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program earlier this year has left Europe with only one sixth-generation manned aircraft in development. Despite this setback, the British-Italian-Japanese Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) remains a viable option for Europea...
Marotta Controls, a US aerospace and defense contractor, has secured contracts to provide technology for two subsystems of the US Navy’s Next Generation Jammer–Low Band (NGJ-LB) program. Announced on September 2, the contracts involve a subcontract with CFD Research Corporation for a ram-air turbine...
Teledyne FLIR OEM has been chosen to support the U.S. Army's Delivering Unmatched Thermal Capability Hastened (DUTCH) initiative, which aims to enhance uncooled thermal imaging technology. This program, led by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies and the U.S. Army C...
LG has announced the development of a next-generation bipedal humanoid robot, leveraging NVIDIA's Isaac GR00T technology. This innovative robot is set for a public unveiling in the first quarter of next year. The collaboration between LG and NVIDIA signifies a shift from strategic planning to tangi...
The Air Force anticipates that a next-generation engine will be ready for aircraft integration by the end of the decade, following years of delays. John Sneden, chief of the Air Force’s propulsion directorate, indicated that the Next Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) program will involve buildin...
The Taiwan Excellence Pavilion showcased 23 exhibitors presenting advanced solutions in edge AI, robotics, and smart manufacturing infrastructure. As manufacturers seek enhanced flexibility and intelligent operations, the integration of technologies across the factory floor is becoming crucial, driv...
In the past two years, the humanoid robot industry has seen numerous impressive demonstrations, but a shift is emerging in the second half of 2026. Companies are now focusing on developing training frameworks, development platforms, data tools, open-source models, and various R&D infrastructures. Th...
Boston Dynamics has launched Stretch Gen 2, an advanced version of its autonomous mobile trailer unloading robot, on November 3, 2026. This new model incorporates significant hardware and structural enhancements derived from experiences with the first-generation Stretch, aimed at improving operation...
On November 3, 2026, Boston Dynamics launched Stretch Gen 2, an upgraded version of its autonomous mobile trailer unloading robot. This new generation incorporates significant hardware and structural improvements aimed at increasing uptime and simplifying maintenance in high-volume logistics setting...
Hikvision's Intelligent Series robots are designed to streamline logistics automation for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by reducing the need for extensive system setups. These robots possess autonomous capabilities, allowing them to perform tasks such as mapping, navigation, and obstacle...
Tutor Intelligence has introduced the next-generation Cassie and Sonny robots, enhancing their capabilities for material handling and e-commerce fulfillment. The new Cassie robot is fully autonomously mobile, enabling it to navigate between workstations and perform various tasks in factories and war...
Efficient Computer has announced that edgeAI will utilize its Electron E1 processor to create energy-efficient solutions for physical AI applications. This partnership aims to enhance performance while significantly lowering energy consumption and bill of materials (BOM) costs. The Electron E1 is de...
Texas Instruments (TI) is celebrating its 70th anniversary in Europe, highlighting its extensive history in semiconductor innovation and collaboration with leading companies. This milestone underscores TI's commitment to advancing technology that shapes how people move, live, and work. TI's annive...
Inventus Power has launched the LV-24V50, a new 24V lithium-iron phosphate battery pack designed for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). This battery is part of the PROformance Li-ion Series and delivers 1.2 kWh of energy in a compact footprint suitable for AMR and...
Researchers have created a self-driving laboratory that utilizes artificial intelligence and robotics to automate various laboratory tasks. This innovative system is capable of accurately measuring and mixing chemical ingredients, processing samples in high-temperature furnaces, and retrieving sampl...
The Army has awarded contracts totaling approximately $93.6 million to nine companies for applications supporting the Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiative. This effort aims to enhance technology deployment at the corps level, with General Dynamics Mission Systems, Air Space Intellig...
In Episode 264 of The Robot Report Podcast, Miguel Garcés Moreno, the product marketing manager for OMRON Industrial Automation Europe, discusses the company's next-generation LD mobile robots. He emphasizes the importance of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in transforming modern factory floors with...
In a unique class project, students from MIT's Entrepreneurship in Aerospace and Mobility Systems course developed a 100-page report titled 'Entrepreneurship in Aerospace.' This report, inspired by the bestselling guide 'Disciplined Entrepreneurship,' offers insights into building aerospace ventures...
Cornell engineering professor Rob Shepherd is designing a large, silent underwater robot inspired by the deep-sea oarfish to monitor ocean health. The oarfish's unique swimming mechanics, relying on a single dorsal fin, enable stealthy movement without startling marine life, making it an ideal model...
SoftBank Robotics Corp. has commenced sales of the next-generation serving robot 'Servi Q,' developed in collaboration with Bear Robotics, Inc., starting September 28, 2026, in Japan. The 'Servi Q' will be exclusively sold by SoftBank Robotics globally, leveraging its network for gradual internation...
National Technology has announced a new generation of integrated joint motor control solutions for humanoid robots in collaboration with the Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology. This solution utilizes the high-performance dual-core MCU N32H785, which integrates drive control, a frameless torqu...
Global Marine has partnered with Orange Marine to supply a next-generation Alpha Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) for its new cable maintenance vessel, currently under construction. This collaboration merges Global Marine's extensive subsea cable maintenance experience with Orange Marine's specialize...
RS South Africa is backing the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano 2, a compact robotics computer aimed at enhancing edge AI capabilities. This new entry-level platform is designed to provide advanced AI performance while maintaining power efficiency, making it suitable for intelligent machines and robotics app...
On September 18, during the Huawei Connect 2026 event, Huawei Cloud and Fulongma Group jointly launched a new generation sanitation robot based on the Huawei Cloud CloudRobo embodied intelligence platform. This marks the first public release of an embodied intelligence product since the signing of t...
MISUMI Americas has launched MISUMI Ventures, a $50 million venture fund aimed at supporting early-stage companies in hardware, robotics, and related sectors. This initiative aligns with MISUMI Group's broader $1 billion global investment vision, providing startups with access to a robust global man...
Nanoscience Instruments has announced a new partnership with BioNavis, a Finnish leader in Multi-Parametric Surface Plasmon Resonance (MP-SPR) technology. This collaboration aims to leverage BioNavis's innovative technology to provide enhanced scientific instrumentation solutions across North Americ...
DataSelf Corp. has unveiled the latest version of DataSelf ETL+, an advanced reporting and analytics solution designed for mid-market businesses. This next-generation software integrates powerful AI capabilities to enhance data analytics and reporting processes. The introduction of DataSelf ETL+ is...
China is progressing from large formations of identical drones to a more complex network that coordinates uncrewed systems across air, land, and sea. The China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC) highlights the evolution of drone swarms from mere numbers to distributed systems capable of...
Geekplus (HKEX: 2590) has introduced RoboShuttle Hyper, a cutting-edge tote-to-person climbing autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solution. Designed for high-throughput applications such as B2C e-commerce and cold-chain fulfillment, RoboShuttle Hyper can handle up to 6,000 totes per hour per 1,000 square...
U.S. robotics company Figure has entered a strategic partnership with UK-based Nscale to secure up to 100,000 GPUs for training its next generation of humanoid robots. This collaboration aims to meet the increasing data and computational demands of developing advanced AI models for general-purpose r...
At IFA 2026 in Berlin, D-Robotics is highlighting its Sunrise™ AI chips, which power a variety of home robots. Notable products include TCL's hey AiMe companion robot, Vbot's SuperDog quadruped, and the xLean TR1 floor washer, showcasing the versatility of D-Robotics' technology. The significance o...
Mouser Electronics has released a new eBook focusing on RF solutions tailored for modern applications such as drones, satellite communications, and industrial IoT. This resource highlights the evolving landscape of RF systems, emphasizing the need for higher speed, flexibility, and scalability in re...
Renesas Electronics Corporation has officially launched its Physical AI & Robotics Lab in Beijing, China. This new facility is designed to support customers in demonstrating, validating, and co-developing next-generation robotic systems. The establishment of this lab is significant as it will serve...
Amazon Web Services (AWS) and NVIDIA have announced a significant expansion of their partnership to address the increasing global demand for AI infrastructure. The companies plan to deploy an additional 2 million NVIDIA GPUs across AWS’s global infrastructure, enhancing their collaboration in AI fac...
NVIDIA has expanded its NVLink Fusion technology by introducing NVIDIA NVHBM, a next-generation high-bandwidth memory designed to enhance AI infrastructure. This innovation aims to meet the increasing demands of AI agents and trillion-parameter workloads by integrating memory performance with comput...
Aetina Corporation has announced its support for the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano 2, enhancing its edge AI capabilities. This new platform allows for higher-performance generative AI and multimodal inference, which are crucial for compact Physical AI systems. The introduction of the Jetson Orin Nano 2 m...
Galileo Robotics has unveiled the Galileo X at the 2026 World Robot Conference, introducing a revolutionary 'Embodied Ground Mobility System'. This launch signifies a significant advancement in product design and technology, setting a new standard for future ground robots. The introduction of the G...
Kairos Power has launched the Nuclear Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Precast (NuCAMP) to address the workforce challenges in advanced nuclear reactor construction. This initiative is in collaboration with several institutions, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Tenn...
Seeing Machines Limited has launched its Physical AI Platform, which aims to enhance humanoid robots by leveraging its expertise in human sensing technology. This new platform is designed to facilitate safe and intuitive interactions between humans and machines, building on the company's established...
South Korean electronics leader LG is set to unveil a new bipedal humanoid robot powered by Nvidia's Isaac GR00T in the first quarter of 2027. This development follows a memorandum of understanding signed on August 13 between LG and Nvidia, marking a significant step towards the execution of their c...
The Department of Defense has initiated a multimillion-dollar contract that has led to the creation of a metal casting competition, Cast in Steel. This reality show aims to raise awareness of the metal casting trade and inspire a new generation of workers. Six teams from various U.S. schools will co...
MassRobotics has announced that Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) has renewed its role as a strategic sponsor. This partnership focuses on providing MassRobotics startups with direct access to ADI’s advanced technologies, including sensor, signal processing, and power management solutions, aimed at address...
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