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Manufacturing today demands flexibility. Switching between tasks manually on a CNC machine can be time-consuming, error-prone, and costly. That’s where automatic gripper changes come in. According to Hakan Aydogdu, CEO of Tezmaksan Robot Technologies, these automated systems allow CNC machines to transition seamlessly between different workpieces—without manual intervention. The result? Less downtime, fewer errors, and…

2024 was a year of transformation for AMP Robotics—so much so that they even dropped “Robotics” from their name. But don’t be mistaken, their AI-powered sorting technology is still very much at work. A major change came with the appointment of Tim Stuart as CEO. Formerly the COO of Republic Services, Stuart brings decades of…

The UK is stepping into the humanoid robotics race with HMND 01—a general-purpose robot designed to take on industry giants from the US and China. With hands faster than humans, it’s built for real-world applications, from warehouses to retail, and maybe even your home.” “Developed by UK-based startup Humanoid, HMND 01 stands 175 cm tall,…

Wandercraft has launched a clinical trial for its Personal Exoskeleton, a self-balancing device designed to help individuals with spinal cord injuries regain the ability to walk—hands-free, without crutches or walkers. The trial is underway at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center in New York, with another set to start soon at the Kessler Institute…

Big moves in the world of robotics—Figure AI has officially parted ways with OpenAI, claiming they no longer need their tech. Why? Because they say they’ve made a major breakthrough in robot intelligence. Figure AI was set to use OpenAI’s language models for its humanoid robots, but CEO Brett Adcock now says their in-house AI…

Physical Intelligence Open-Sources Pi0: The Robotic Revolution in Your Hands Physical Intelligence, the San Francisco-based robotics startup, has just open-sourced its Pi0 robotic foundation model, making it available to developers worldwide. Pi0 is designed to be fine-tuned for a variety of tasks, from folding laundry to cleaning tables and even scooping coffee beans—because precision matters,…

Apple just unveiled a robotic lamp, and it’s hard not to see the Pixar inspiration. Think Luxo Jr., but with Apple’s signature sleekness. This isn’t just any lamp—it moves, reacts, and even interacts with gestures. In Apple’s research demo, it nudges a water glass as a reminder to stay hydrated, follows instructions with subtle movements,…

Warehouse picking just got a serious upgrade! Meet the Brightpick Giraffe, the latest robot reaching new heights—literally! This AI-powered picker can extend up to 20 feet high, helping warehouses triple their storage density without adding expensive infrastructure. Think of it as the ultimate tag-team partner for the Brightpick Autopicker. Giraffe grabs totes from high shelves,…

  China is preparing to send a flying robot to the far side of the Moon—not for sightseeing, but for something far more important: the search for frozen water.Part of the Chang’e-7 mission, this robotic explorer will venture into the deep, permanently shadowed craters at the lunar south pole, where scientists believe ice may be…

The future of farming is getting smarter—Bonsai Robotics just raised $15 million in Series A funding to take agricultural autonomy to the next level. CEO Tyler Niday says this investment is a strong validation of their progress in AI-driven orchard management—in other words, investors see a future where robots do more of the heavy lifting…