Automation

Orbbec's Pulsar ME450 3D LiDAR sensor.
Automation
Orbbec Debuts Industry-First Multi-Pattern 3D LiDAR at World Robot Conference 2025
New sensor allows robotics applications to switch scanning modes instead of swapping devices.
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Automation
How Manufacturers Are Using Process Automation to Fill the Labor Gap
The question has become less about recruitment — and more about rethinking how work gets done.
August 7, 2025
A humanoid robot works at the reception of a restaurant at the Robot Mall, said to be the world's first humanoid intelligent robot 4S store, in Beijing, China, Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025.
Automation
China Opens All-Service Robot Store
Robots can be seen plucking boxes off a pharmacy shelf and serving drinks from behind a bar.
August 7, 2025
A composite image of the robotic leg — with integrated artificial muscles — bending at the ankle and knee.
Automation
‘Bone-ified Muscles’ Could Be Robots’ Next Flex
Bioinspired artificial muscles enable robotic limbs to push, lift and kick.
July 29, 2025
Visitors at the Tesla booth during the 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo at the China International Exhibition Center, in Beijing, China, Friday, July 18, 2025.
Automation
Single Question Looms Over Cases Threatening Musk's Car Company: Can He Be Trusted?
Musk's Autopilot faces ultimate trust test.
July 22, 2025
Experienced integrators can upgrade hardware components, replace test programs and reconfigure tests, extending the equipment's life and functionality.
Automation
Breathing New Life into Automated Test Equipment: A Strategic Guide
Transform obsolete test equipment into powerful, adaptable technological assets.
July 15, 2025
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The Automated Ball-Strike System plays on the scoreboard after a pitch call was challenged during the first inning of a spring training baseball game between the Chicago White Sox and the San Diego Padres, Feb. 26, 2025, in Phoenix.
Robot Umpires to Make All-Star Game Debut
July 15, 2025
Teams using autonomous T1 robots from Booster Robotics compete in the inaugural RoBoLeague robot soccer competition held in Beijing, Saturday, June 28, 2025.
China's Humanoid Robots Generate More Soccer Excitement Than Their Human Counterparts
July 1, 2025
High-tech automated manufacturing facility with robotic arms and control systems.
Driving Automation with Advanced Technologies: A New Era for Manufacturing
June 24, 2025
A Saildrone 'Voyager', uncrewed surface vehicle (USV), is moored at the Koge Marina in Koge, eastern Denmark, Monday, June 16, 2025.
Denmark Tests Unmanned Robotic Sailboat Fleet with Tensions High in the Region
June 16, 2025
The Flexiv-Isaac Bridge App in Action.
Flexiv, Nvidia Join Forces in Robotics Simulation
June 13, 2025
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Robots Run Out of Energy Long Before They Run Out of Work to Do
June 2, 2025
Eric Markvicka (left), Robert F. and Myrna L. Krohn Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering, along with graduate students Ethan Krings (right) and Patrick McManigal (not pictured), recently presented work on an intelligent, self-healing artificial muscle at the IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation.
Nebraska Engineers Develop Self-Healing Muscle For Robots
June 2, 2025
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DHL Group Signs MOU with Boston Dynamics for Additional 1,000-Robot Deployment
May 22, 2025
Flex300L- Capability for transport in 39-inch narrow aisles and omni-directional rotation.
ForwardX Robotics Delivers 435 AMRs to Chery's Dalian Automotive Factory
May 19, 2025
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This Is What Happens When a CMM Goes Digital-First
May 15, 2025
Güdel's CoboMover
Güdel Introduces Swiss Quality Tracks for Cobots
May 13, 2025
Inbolt robot in operation.
Inbolt, FANUC Launch Robots That Think, Act On the Fly at Assembly Line Speeds
May 7, 2025
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August 7, 2025
Stretch
Automation
Gap Reports Reduced Injuries, Increased Morale with Boston Dynamics' Mobile Warehouse Robot
WATCH: Stretch allows one to two inbound department employees to process 10,000 cases daily.
April 4, 2025
DNAe was completely rebuilt from scratch using modern programming tools and agile development.
Operations
Next Generation DCS Redefines Process Control
With the mass exodus of long-time operators, a DCS is now required to be more automated.
March 31, 2025
A Malaysian boy wipes his tears during a special prayer for the ill fated Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 at a church in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Tuesday, March 8, 2016.
Automation
Texas Robotics Company Gets Approval to Search for Lost Airplane in New Part of Indian Ocean
Ocean Infinity will be paid $70 million only if wreckage is discovered.
March 20, 2025
Vention's AI-powered robot.
Automation
Vention's AI-Powered Bin Picking Transforms Robots Into Reliable, Autonomous Operators
WATCH: Vention's robot able to detect, select, pick up, and organize parts.
March 18, 2025
Robots
Operations
A3 Announces Revises Standard for Industrial Robot Safety
It is the first major revision since 2011.
February 18, 2025
Robotic palletizers powered by OnRobot’s D:PLOY platform is an example of a complete, off-the-shelf robotic system that is pre-built, pre-configured, with immediate availability.
Automation
Turnkey Robotic Systems Are Already Behind the Times
These partially engineered systems can have lead times almost as long as a fully custom solution.
February 13, 2025
Vicky Lazo, a teacher with Southwest Miami Senior High School, speaks Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025, in Miami during a Hispanic Federation event where they announced a new investment from Google.org to provide workforce development workshops to help Latinos learn digital skills.
Automation
Latino Workers Try to Overcome Tech Divide Brought On by Automation, AI
Workers can be left behind due to a lack of digital skills, accessibility.
February 10, 2025
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Operations
Prima Industrie Acquires Sistec AM
The company hopes to strengthen its market position in sheet metal working integrated lines and systems.
February 6, 2025
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Automation
Automation Supplier Tavoron Acquired by Private Equity
Tavoron's companies include JHFOSTER, HTE Technologies and Accu Tech.
January 24, 2025
Christian Abt of Heitec.
Automation
In-line CT Delivers Real-Time Quality Feedback On Production Line
It scans EV engine components in 50 seconds instead of hours.
January 22, 2025
Acquisition
Automation
Bishop-Wisecarver Announces Acquisition of Symation Inc.
The company also announced the debut of a Wisecarver Automation division.
January 14, 2025
The Barbours Cut Container Terminal in Houston during the first day of a dockworkers strike, Oct. 1, 2024.
Automation
Dockworkers Threaten to Strike Against Automation
Contract talks are set to resume after a stoppage was suspended last fall.
January 7, 2025
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Industry 4.0
Smart Tools Could Offer a Leap in Efficiency
More than just gadgets — these tools need to ensure long-term success on the plant floor.
December 31, 2024
Mfg Data
Industry 4.0
Why Manufacturers Need a Unified Data Strategy
Data silos continue to grow—increasing the complexity of generating insights and slowing productivity.
December 27, 2024