Robotics
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What’s new in robotics: Tech that enhances automated processes
Orders are up across North America as new products hit the market.
Kraken awarded contract to test SeaVision on underwater artifacts
System will be evaluated at a variety of archaeologically significant sites.
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Digital twinning for PickMaster vision-guiding software
Tests robotic configurations on virtual production lines.
Nissan invests in production to prepare for electric age
Changes involve robotics and sensors to decrease physical stress on assembly-line workers.
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AGT’s technology innovation of the year
Award goes to Quebec robotics company.
Shopify to buy fulfilment solutions company 6 River Systems for US$450M
Online retail platform says acquisition will give it access to fulfilment software and robotics.
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People before robots while accelerating digitization
Three phases put robotic process automation in the hands of users.
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AI, robotics, automation unlikely to lead to mass job losses: Fraser Institute
Essay series contends new jobs will emerge as businesses and workers adapt.
Kraken gets $2.1M KATFISH contract from ThayerMahan
To be deployed as part of its SeaScout expeditionary system for seabed mapping and intelligence.
A3 Business Forum
January 14th 2019Presented by the Association for Advancing Automation, this annual networking event is for robotics, vision and imaging, motion control, and motor professionals. More than 650 global automation leaders attended in 2018.
ATX Montreal
November 14th 2018The Automation Technology Expo (ATX) Montreal showcases automation and robotics technology. Includes smart plant design; automation/assembly; robots and robot accessories; production machines and equipment; automation identification controls; integrators; and motion control.
Man charged with trying to steal robotics firm trade secrets
Dual Chinese and Canadian citizen found trespassing at Medrobotics.
Reko invests $5.5 million for new manufacturing and innovation facility
40,000 square-foot facility expected to be completed by early next year.
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GE deploys OTTO robots at Milwaukee medical manufacturing facility [VIDEO]
Self-driving vehicles transport medical equipment for quick delivery along assembly lines.
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Toyota introduces robotic leg brace to help paralyzed people walk
Gadget is to be worn on one leg at a time for patients severely paralyzed on one side of the body due to a stroke or other ailments.
