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China pits rival humanoids against each other in world's first 'robot boxing tournament'
- The world's first humanoid robot combat competition took place in China with four Chinese teams competing against each other.
- The competition featured Unitree's G1 humanoid robots engaging in combat with punches, kicks, and dodges.
- Teams utilized unique tactics, with the green team focusing on steady pressure, and the pink team leveraging muscle memory precision.
- The G1 robots have advanced movement capabilities with seven degrees of freedom in their arms.
- Humanoid robots require special algorithms and sensors to maintain balance during complex movements.
- Unitree used AI reinforcement training to teach the G1 robots optimal behaviors and keep them upright during combat.
- The robots underwent intensive training to withstand physical strain and remain stable in combat situations.
- Future tournaments will see Unitree deploying robots with more advanced motion-sensing control systems for improved combat immersion.
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LG CNS Signs Deal with Skild AI to Build Industrial Humanoid Robots
- South Korean LG CNS partners with US-based Skild AI to develop industrial humanoid robot solutions for complex physical tasks.
- The agreement includes a technology partnership and equity investment through LG Technology Ventures.
- AI-powered humanoid robots will target manufacturing, logistics, and urban services to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Skild AI, founded in 2023, utilizes the robot foundation model (RFM) for autonomous decision-making.
- LG CNS plans to offer a holistic service package combining Skild AI's RFM and its robot control platform.
- The initiative aims to integrate humanoid robots into smart factory, logistics, and urban solutions.
- LG CNS enters the industrial humanoid robotics sector to enhance AI applications.
- NVIDIA and Samsung reportedly invest $35 million in Skild AI, with LG CNS contributing $10 million.
- Skild AI's Series B funding round values the company at around $4.5 billion, led by a $100 million investment from SoftBank Group.
- Skild AI recently accelerated the development of its humanoid robot brain, 'Skild Brain,' with AI solutions from Hewlett-Packard Enterprise.
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Pleased to meet you: the wonderful world of robot animals
- People instinctively relate to new robots based on familiar experiences, particularly finding animal forms warm and friendly.
- Research suggests that animal-like robots can have advantages in human-robot interactions, as they are perceived as less discomforting.
- Designing robots to resemble animals can lead to enhanced human experiences when expectations align with the robot's capabilities.
- Animal form robots offer benefits in human-robot interactions, providing companionship and emotional connections.
- Studies show that robots designed like animals can reduce loneliness and have positive emotional effects on people.
- Dr. Simon Coghlan raises concerns about potential issues such as deception and consent when deploying robot animals.
- Paro, a robot baby harp seal, is a therapeutic tool used in aged care, providing warmth and companionship to users.
- Robot animals like Paro can evoke nostalgia and joy, offering comfort and acceptance to humans.
- The evolution of robot design includes a shift towards animal-like forms, providing diverse roles like companionship and entertainment.
- There are ethical considerations surrounding the use of robot animals, including ensuring user consent and avoiding deception.
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The Robot Report
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Roboworx to aid Miso Robotics in installation, maintenance of its Flippy robots
- Miso Robotics Inc. partners with Roboworx for installation, maintenance, and support of its Flippy robots.
- Flippy Fry Station automates frying process with precision and consistency, relieving restaurant labor shortages.
- Flippy, powered by Miso's Kitchen AI, achieves 99% uptime and enhances workplace safety.
- Miso's robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) model offers Flippy with no upfront costs and allows operation by individuals under 18.
- Flippy Fry Stations deployed in 20 locations, including Jack in the Box and White Castle restaurants.
- Roboworx will provide support for both new and existing Flippy deployments.
- Collaboration between Miso Robotics and Roboworx aims for a powerful, reliable solution and rapid ROI for restaurant operators.
- Roboworx's technicians will handle installations, maintenance, service, and customer success check-ins for Flippy Fry Stations.
- Roboworx's services extend to various industries beyond restaurants, offering flexible subscription or pay-as-you-go programs.
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Robot sales for the automotive industry remain high in Europe
- Investments in automation for the car industry in Europe remain high, with 23,000 industrial robots installed in 2024.
- European automotive sector is the strongest customer industry for robotics in Europe.
- U.S. automakers have also been investing more in automation, with a 10.7% increase in industrial robot installations in 2024.
- 70% of global robot installations are produced by Japan, China, Germany, and South Korea.
- Europe's car manufacturing is highly automated, with Switzerland leading in robot density.
- Germany, Italy, and Spain are among the top countries in robot installations in Europe.
- China has seen strong demand for automation in the automotive industry, with significant investments in robotics and AI.
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ANYbotics launches Gas Leak and Presence Detection for ANYmal inspection robot
- ANYmal robot by ANYbotics now equipped with Gas Leak and Presence Detection to detect machine noises and gas leaks.
- Gas leaks at industrial sites can be costly and dangerous, prompting the introduction of the new capability by ANYbotics AG.
- The solution aims to enhance safety, reduce operational costs, and prevent potentially hazardous situations by detecting leaks in industrial environments.
- ANYmal's autonomous navigation combined with modular gas detectors and acoustic imaging payload provides a powerful tool for leak detection and prevention.
- The system can locate leaks, measure gas concentrations, and alert personnel in real-time.
- ANYmal's flexible design allows for the integration of various sensor payloads to meet specific inspection needs.
- The Gas Presence Detection system enables users to swap detectors for different gases and calibrate them on-site for efficient adaptation to mission requirements.
- ANYbotics' platform supports multi-sensor configurations, improving safety and coverage in hazardous areas.
- The system feeds actionable data into the Data Navigator platform for easier monitoring and analysis of gas-related anomalies.
- Customers can add the Gas Leak and Presence Detection capability to the standard ANYmal platform for enhanced inspection and maintenance.
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Hexagon Taps NVIDIA Robotics and AI Software to Build and Deploy AEON, a New Humanoid
- Global labor shortages have left 50 million positions unfilled, prompting Hexagon to develop humanoid robots for industrial applications.
- Hexagon unveiled AEON, a new humanoid robot built with NVIDIA for various industrial tasks in sectors like automotive, manufacturing, and logistics.
- AEON is designed to perform tasks such as reality capture, manipulation, part inspection, and industrial operations.
- NVIDIA's robotics platform was crucial in developing AEON, utilizing AI supercomputers, Omniverse platform, and IGX Thor robotic computers.
- Hexagon used simulation-based learning powered by NVIDIA Isaac platform to train AEON, speeding up its development process.
- AEON leverages NVIDIA Jetson Orin onboard computers for real-time autonomous operation in dynamic environments.
- The robot will be piloted in factories and warehouses to scan and capture data for visualization and collaboration in platforms like HxDR and Omniverse.
- Hexagon aims to continuously train AEON by generating high-fidelity digital twins from scanned data using OpenUSD framework and Omniverse.
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University of Hong Kong develops flexible Drone Arm inspired by Elephant Trunk
- Researchers at the University of Hong Kong have developed the Aerial Elephant Trunk (AET), a flexible robotic arm inspired by an elephant’s trunk.
- Traditional aerial robotic arms have limitations in precision and flexibility, unlike the AET which can wrap around objects of various shapes and sizes with its soft and flexible structure.
- The AET arm allows drones to perform tasks like disaster debris removal, bridge and power line maintenance, and detailed inspections in confined areas with its exceptional dexterity.
- This innovation will enhance aerial logistics and remote servicing, crucial for advancing infrastructure monitoring and improving drone-based solutions.
- The Aerial Elephant Trunk represents a significant advancement in drone technology, offering new possibilities for drones to navigate complex and challenging environments.
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China Robot Industry Projected To Reach $108bn In 2028
- China's robotics industry is projected to grow by 23 percent annually, reaching $108 billion in 2028 from $47 billion in the previous year.
- Chinese companies represented about 40 percent of the global robotics market in 2027 according to analysts.
- China is considered the largest robotics market globally and a leading hub for innovation in the sector.
- Robots are reshaping Chinese industries and are expected to have a more profound impact on society in the future, becoming more intelligent, collaborative, and affordable.
- Drones are projected to become China's largest robotics segment, increasing from $19 billion in 2027 to $40 billion in 2028.
- Humanoid robots are expected to experience significant growth, with an annual pace of 63 percent, reaching $3.4 billion by 2030.
- By 2050, China is expected to domestically deploy 302 million humanoid robots, representing 30 percent of the world's humanoid robots.
- China accounted for over half of global robot installations in 2027 and is home to more than 741,000 robotics-related companies, including UBTech, Unitree, and Agibot.
- The Made in China 2025 initiative aimed to establish China as a leader in high-tech industries, with a focus on robotics.
- China's industrial robot production surged 35 percent year-on-year in May, with service robot production also increasing by 13.8 percent.
- Various companies like Meta Platforms, Tesla, and Mercedes-Benz are exploring the use of humanoid robots in their operations to leverage advancements in AI technology.
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The Robot Report
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SS Innovations completes its first cardiac surgery in the Americas with SSi Mantra
- SS Innovations International Inc. completed its first robotic cardiac surgery in the Americas using the SSi Mantra 3 surgical robotic system with Dr. Juan Zuniga at Interhospital in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
- The surgery involved a robotic Atrial Septal Defect closure, repairing a hole between the upper two chambers of the heart.
- This marked the first robotic cardiac surgery in the Americas and Western Hemisphere with the SSi Mantra 3, showcasing its effectiveness and ease of use.
- The SSi Mantra aids in minimally invasive procedures, providing faster recovery, less bleeding, and precise tissue manipulation for surgeons.
- The SSi Mantra features modular robotic arms, an ergonomic surgeon command center, 3D 4K monitor, and various advanced technology components.
- SS Innovations has surpassed 4,000 robotic surgeries with the SSi Mantra, including approximately 215 cardiac surgeries, without complications.
- Six successful telesurgeries were performed with the SSi Mantra 3 robotic system across India.
- SS Innovations aims to make robotic surgery affordable and accessible globally, offering a range of products including the SSi Mantra and SSi Mudra instruments.
- The latest SSi Mantra 3 system received regulatory approval for remote surgery and teleproctoring, enabling remote surgeries and medical education.
- SS Innovations plans to submit a de novo classification request to the U.S. FDA for the SSi Mantra system, demonstrating its commitment to innovation and regulatory compliance.
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Premier Automation launches innovation hub in Pennsylvania
- Premier Automation launched the Premier Innovation Hub in Pennsylvania, aiming to be a national model for industrial automation, workforce development, and technology commercialization.
- The state of Pennsylvania committed over $3 million to support the facility through grants, loans, and training funds.
- The hub is designed to accelerate automation and industrial advancement, serving as a platform for new ideas, training the next generation, and strengthening America's manufacturing future.
- Premier Automation, based near Pittsburgh, provides industrial control systems, robotics integration, and custom-engineered automation for various industries.
- The Premier Innovation Hub in Westmoreland County will leverage the region's expertise in mining, steel, and glass production, linking traditional industries with modern technology.
- The facility aims to bridge the gap between cutting-edge automation technologies, such as robotics and AI, and the practical needs of traditional manufacturing sectors.
- Premier Labs, a new venture studio, will launch purpose-built companies in manufacturing automation and AI, incubating at the Premier Innovation Hub.
- The project is expected to create 110 new full-time jobs, retain 130 existing positions, and offer shared prototyping and testing facilities, workforce training, and collaborative resources.
- The state of Pennsylvania supports the initiative as part of its economic development strategy, investing in manufacturing, robotics, and technology industries.
- Government and industry leaders toured the Premier Innovation Hub, recognizing it as a strategic investment in regional growth and national competitiveness.
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HardTech Reads: The AI & Robotics Revolution vol.35
- IBM unveils 200-qubit quantum system for high-reliability operations, targeting availability by 2029.
- North American cobot orders remain flat in unit count but rise 15% in value.
- DeepMind discusses humanoids' viability and challenges conventional humanoid robot concepts.
- China-U.S. trade gap deepens by -35%, impacting global manufacturing and automation.
- Nvidia and Siemens collaborate to enhance factory automation using AI-driven digital twins.
- Global nuclear power capacity expected to surge by 52% by 2040 with significant drivers.
- AMD launches MI400 chips tailored for generative AI tasks, rivaling Nvidia's GPUs.
- Various companies secure significant investments for technologies ranging from factory ops to exoskeletons.
- Multiple upcoming events in the hard tech industry, including conferences and summits, offer networking opportunities.
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Zurich-based aerial robotics startup Voliro flies high with €19.8 million to deploy their maintenance drones
- Swiss aerial robotics startup Voliro raises €19.8 million in Series A extension to accelerate development of their inspection drones.
- Funding includes participation from noa and a debt facility from UBS, with Cherry Ventures leading the original round.
- Voliro's technology enhances industrial safety, asset maintenance for wind farms, and addresses workforce shortages in inspections.
- Their Voliro T drone features a patented tiltable rotor system for stable contact during inspections.
- The company aims to improve safety, data quality, and efficiency in inspections, offering a versatile and intelligent platform.
- Voliro has a global presence, conducting over 100 contact inspections monthly for customers like Chevron and Holcim.
- Their drones target hard-to-access infrastructure to prevent failures, reduce risks, and lower inspection costs in various industries.
- Traditional manual inspection methods are costly, infrequent, and reactive, leading to corrosion-related failures and accidents.
- Voliro's automation solutions help industries detect issues early, reduce downtime, and attract digital-native technicians.
- The investment will accelerate the development of AI-powered inspection reporting, enhanced autonomy, and modular payloads for Voliro's drones.
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V-JEPA 2: How Meta’s New AI Model Teaches Robots Real-World “Common Sense”
- Meta has introduced V-JEPA 2, a new AI world model aiming to improve robotics and machine intelligence by enhancing real-world 'common sense.'
- AI historically struggled with physical intuition, excelling in text and image recognition but lacking in real-world application.
- V-JEPA 2, or Video Joint Embedding Predictive Architecture 2, is Meta's latest AI model geared towards enabling robots and AI agents to comprehend and predict real-world scenarios.
- Unlike previous models requiring extensive labeled robot data, V-JEPA 2 learns from vast amounts of internet video and can adapt to robot tasks with minimal additional training.
- The model aims to bridge the gap between AI perception and real-world action by enhancing common sense reasoning.
- V-JEPA 2's ability to learn from internet videos allows it to possess a broader understanding of real-world scenarios without the need for extensive manual labeling of data.
- This new AI model holds the promise of empowering robots and AI agents to not just see the world but also understand and predict events within it.
- V-JEPA 2's innovation lies in its capability to leverage internet video data for training, making it more versatile and adaptable in various robot tasks.
- The deployment of V-JEPA 2 represents a significant advancement in enabling AI to navigate and make sense of real-world situations, marking a shift towards bridging the gap between AI perception and real-world application.
- The implications of V-JEPA 2 extend beyond enhancing robotics and machine intelligence, as it holds the potential to revolutionize AI applications across various industries.
- The introduction of V-JEPA 2 signals a profound step forward in the evolution of AI capabilities, particularly in the realm of common sense reasoning and real-world adaptability.
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DeepCoder-14B: The Open-Source AI Model Enhancing Developer Productivity and Innovation
- DeepCoder-14B is an open-source AI model designed for code generation, offering transparency and accessibility to developers.
- Developed with 14 billion parameters, it employs advanced techniques like distributed Reinforcement Learning and iterative context lengthening.
- Trained on 24,000 coding problems, DeepCoder-14B achieves a Pass@1 accuracy of 60.6% on LiveCodeBench, rivaling larger models like OpenAI's o3-mini.
- The model excels in mathematical reasoning tasks and algorithmic challenges, showcasing its versatility and high performance.
- Open-source AI models, such as DeepCoder-14B, provide transparency and customization advantages over proprietary alternatives.
- DeepCoder-14B can assist developers in generating code snippets, debugging, handling large codebases, and supporting educational purposes.
- Challenges for DeepCoder-14B include limitations in solving specialized tasks, hardware requirements, training complexity, and legal considerations for generated code.
- Despite challenges, DeepCoder-14B remains a valuable tool for boosting productivity and innovation in software development, especially for independent developers and researchers.
- The model's integration of AI technology with open-source principles signifies a shift towards collaborative and accessible coding assistance.
- DeepCoder-14B underscores the importance of responsible use of AI tools to ensure code quality, security, and practical applicability in real-world scenarios.
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