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Titan Medical gives progress report about Conavi merger
- Titan Medical Inc. provided a progress update on its planned merger with Conavi Inc.
- The combined entity will continue working to commercialize Conavi's Novasight Hybrid system for guiding minimally invasive coronary procedures.
- They are preparing submissions to list Titan shares on the TSX Venture Exchange and completing the management information circular.
- Conavi is also preparing concurrent financing of subscription receipts worth $15 million to $20 million.
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10 Sci-Fi Books That Predict the Future of Intelligence Robots
- Science fiction has long been a harbinger of technological advancements and societal shifts, offering glimpses into possible futures shaped by human ingenuity and imagination.
- Here are 10 sci-fi books that have eerily predicted the future of intelligent robots:
- 1. “I, Robot” by Isaac Asimov (1950): Asimov’s collection of short stories introduced the Three Laws of Robotics, which have since become a foundational framework in discussions about AI ethics.
- 2. “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?” by Philip K. Dick (1968): Set in a post-apocalyptic world, this novel explores the blurred lines between human and artificial intelligence.
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Hackernoon
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Skynet Is Not the One You Should Be Fearing - Fear Your Favourite Car Manufacturer Instead
- Xiaomi has entered the electric vehicle arena with an automated factory setup
- The factory is 91% automated with 400 robots operating in the dark
- The cars can drive themselves off the factory line with autopilot software
- The rise of highly automated robot and drone production raises concerns of dystopian scenarios
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Pymnts
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This Week in AI: Beyond LLMs, AI Forklifts, Weather Forecasting
- Large language models (LLMs) nearing technical limits, focus shifts to retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) combining information retrieval with natural language generation.
- Walmart introduces autonomous electric forklifts in distribution centers, marking a significant step in AI-driven robotics in the industry.
- UK to update AI regulations to leverage big tech data for enhanced consumer choices and innovation.
- Advances in AI enhance weather predictions, offering cost advantages and potential profit gains for industries dependent on accurate forecasts.
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The Robot Report
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SUPCON opens new innovation center and launches Navigator α humanoid robot
- SUPCON Technology Co. has opened the Zhejiang Humanoid Robot Innovation Center and unveiled its first self-developed humanoid robot, Navigator α.
- The Navigator α robot is 1.5m tall, weighs 50kg, and features lightweight mechanical arms with a dexterous hand.
- SUPCON plans to integrate AI models for an intelligent human interface and has deployed Navigator α in field-proven projects.
- The new innovation center aims to foster industry-academia partnerships and explore the potential uses of humanoid robots in various industrial settings.
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The Robot Report
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Mushiny Intelligent 3D Sorter receives RBR50 award for logistics innovation
- Mushiny Co. has received the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award for its Intelligent 3D Sorter.
- The annual RBR50 awards recognize the top 50 robotics companies for their leadership in automation hardware and software.
- Mushiny's Intelligent 3D Sorter offers high sorting efficiency, strong flexibility, and optimal return on investment for the supply chain industry.
- The company operates globally and will be present at the Robotics Summit & Expo in May.
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Tesla Leaps in Artificial Intelligence – Robotaxi, Optimus Bot, and FSD Updates Q1 2024
- Tesla is investing in AI infrastructure, production capacity, and new products infrastructure with $2.8 billion capital expenditures in Q1 2024.
- Tesla is focusing on developing scalable autonomy for vehicles and robots using advanced AI and efficient inference hardware.
- Tesla has launched Full Self-Driving (FSD) V12, upgraded hardware 4.0, and is offering a 30-day free trial of FSD for eligible US and Canadian cars.
- Tesla is planning to integrate ride-hailing services into the Tesla app and aims to release the Tesla Bot, an autonomous humanoid robot, by the end of 2024.
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The Robot Report
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Sanctuary AI’s latest Phoenix humanoid can learn tasks in 24 hours
- Sanctuary AI unveiled the seventh generation of its Phoenix humanoid robot.
- The upgraded robot is a step closer to the creation of human-like intelligence in general-purpose robots.
- Sanctuary AI made hardware and software improvements to improve the robot's capabilities.
- The Phoenix robot can now learn new tasks in less than 24 hours.
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Festo at Hannover Fair unveils Bionic Honeybees that fly in swarms
- Festo at Hannover Fair unveils Bionic Honeybees that fly in swarms
- The Bionic Learning Network has developed BionicBee, a flying object that can fly in large numbers and autonomously in a swarm.
- The BionicBee is the smallest flying object created by the Bionic Learning Network, weighing around 34 grams and with a wingspan of 240 millimetres.
- The swarm of BionicBees uses an indoor locating system with ultra-wideband technology to achieve autonomous flying and accurate positioning.
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The Robot Report
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Universal Robots integrates cobots with Siemens PLCs
- Universal Robots has integrated the Standard Robot Command Interface (SRCI) into its software to enable seamless connectivity with Siemens PLCs.
- SRCI is a universal interface for robot makers that aims to create a single interface between programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and robots.
- Universal Robots is among the first cobot vendors to offer SRCI integration, providing faster integration and higher ease of use for partners and customers.
- Siemens is the first PLC vendor to support SRCI, enabling easier integration and programming of UR robots with Siemens PLCs in production environments.
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The Robot Report
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HowToRobot merges with Gain & Co., brings in investment
- HowToRobot.com and Gain & Co. have announced a merger.
- The combined company, now operating as HowToRobot, will provide automation marketplaces and vendor-independent advice.
- Sagitta Ventures has invested in the newly formed company and will have a seat on the board.
- HowToRobot aims to help businesses automate and keep up with innovation in the robotics industry.
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Opportunity.
- AI is set to have a significant impact on the construction industry with spending expected to reach $23.1 billion by the end of the decade.
- Opportunities for AI in construction include digital twin technologies, machine vision for quality inspection, and project management.
- Concerns about job loss due to AI will be addressed by focusing on the evolution of skills and the changing nature of work.
- The keynote speaker, futurist Jim Carroll, aims to paint a picture of understanding, hope, and the positive possibilities of AI in construction.
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Sentience: Action Potentials—Neurotransmitters and the Theory of Consciousness
- Sentience recently made news with The New York Declaration on Animal Consciousness, where consciousness was described as subjective experience.
- The mind can be described as the part of the cranium directly involved in every information function ascribed to the brain.
- Electrical signals are driven by action potentials. Chemical signals are dominated by neurotransmitters.
- AI does not have emotions, feelings or modulation, but it has memory.
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Microsoft Unveils Phi-3: Powerful Open AI Models Delivering Top Performance at Small Sizes
- Microsoft has introduced Phi-3, a new family of small language models (SLMs) that aim to deliver high performance and cost-effectiveness in AI applications.
- The Phi-3 models have demonstrated significant performance improvements over models of the same size and even larger models across various benchmarks.
- The Phi-3 family is designed to excel in scenarios where resources are constrained, low latency is essential, or cost-effectiveness is a priority.
- With the release of Phi-3, Microsoft pushes the boundaries of what is possible with small language models, paving the way for a future where AI can be seamlessly integrated into a wide range of applications and devices.
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Evolution vs. Engineering: Why Can’t Robots Outrun Animals?
- Despite superior individual components, robots lag behind animals in overall performance, suggesting a future focus on better system integration and control in robotics.
- A study comparing robots and animals found that fabricated robot components often outperform biological equivalents, but animals excel in integration and control of those components.
- The progress in robotics technology has been relatively quick compared to the millions of years of evolution in animals, offering optimism for future advancements.
- The researchers emphasize the importance of understanding integration principles from biology in order to improve the efficiency and agility of running robots.
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