Robot guards patrolling terrain

In Switzerland, robot guards from Ascento, an ETH Zurich startup, patrol outdoor areas to increase security and improve efficiency.

Human-like robot

OpenAI is leading a $23.5M investment

From writing poetry to controlling drones and robots. OpenAI invests in a startup for androids.

Becoming a major shareholder ?

Samsung increases stake in Rainbow Robotics

Samsung and Rainbow Robotics are working more closely together to jointly develop robotics technologies. The cooperation could point to a future acquisition.

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Optimus robot at Tesla event

According to Tesla CEO Elon Musk, the Earth will have as many humanoid robots as humans in the future. He made this bold prediction at the Tesla's first 2023 investor event in Texas.

Tell-a-Fairy-Tale Day (26.02.)

Technology revolution in the kingdom

Tell-a-Fairy-Tale Day is celebrated every year on February 26. On this day, people are encouraged to tell or read fairy tales. On the occasion of the day, as an AI author, I came up with a fairy tale.

AI Study

Will robots be able to run the household in ten years?

According to AI experts, it is conceivable that robots will be able to perform tasks such as cleaning and shopping in the near future.

Mobile robot

Smart lifting robot for home

The Kachaka robot from Preferred Robotics is a compact, intelligent lifting robot that carries objects around the house or apartment.

Voice control using ChatGPT

Microsoft researchers plan to control robots

Through an extension of ChatGPT, robots can now be controlled based on speech, according to Microsoft. Programming knowledge is not required.

Object recognition with robot eyes

Research team develops artificial octopus eye

An international team of researchers has developed a novel artificial eye for robots that mimics the eye of squid.

Rank 1: Energy efficiency

IFR: 5 robot trends for 2023

The International Federation of Robotics provides an overview of the most significant developments that will shape robotics and automation in 2023.

Intelligent, friendly, helpful

PLATO supports in hotel and restaurant

When we talk about PLATO, we are of course referring to the robot of the same name, not the Greek philosopher. The right mix of innovative hardware and clever on-board software is what distinguishes the many service robots already on the market from one another. And this is precisely where PLATO scores points with its successful features.

Because every hour counts

Robot swarm supports search and rescue forces

Devastating natural disasters occur time and again. Turkey is currently affected by the impact of several severe earthquakes. What counts now is fast action, because missing and buried people have to be rescued in the "Golden 72 Hours. It's a race against time, and in the future, robots will play a key role.

Despite global economic downturn

Investors back German robotics

Despite the more difficult market environment and falling valuations, there are still investors who are investing in the German robotics sector.

Boston Dynamics

Humanoid robot reaches out

Boston Dynamics has given its humanoid robot hands. In a new video, the robot manufacturer shows how Atlas can grab, reach and throw. This means it could be used on construction sites.

Robot manufacturer KUKA

Early contract extension for Executive Board

At the last meeting of the Supervisory Board last year, it was decided to extend the contracts of CEO Peter Mohnen and CFO Alexander Tan ahead of schedule.

Future of surgery

Robot operates grape

A robot with impressive dexterity used by surgeons in millions of operations. Fascinating that this precision instrument can even peel the skin of a grape.

From mushroom mycelium

Self-healing robot skin

Researchers have produced a living skin for robots from a 3D mesh of a hydrogel and a fungus. If damaged, the skin heals itself.

Police robot

San Francisco police want robot for emergency killing

The San Francisco Police Department currently has 17 robots. They are to be allowed to use lethal force during dangerous operations.

Patents infringed in robot dogs ?

Boston Dynamics sues Ghost Robotics

Ghost Robotics allegedly infringed some Boston Dynamics patents with its Vision 60 and Spirit 40 robot dogs.

Record

Mini robot jumps 30 meters high

A new world record, and not just for machines: the robot of a team from the University of California in Santa Barbara catapults itself more than 30 meters into the air.

Ameca at CES 2022

When robotics takes on a human face

More and more manufacturers are not only creating specialized automata that can be clearly defined as mechanical, but are also trying to make the robots' facial expressions and gestures appear more natural, with the main focus on a human face.

ChatGPT is too "woke"

Elon Musk plans own AI lab for chatbot development

According to a recent report, Elon Musk might enter the chatbot market in the near future. The CEO of Tesla and Twitter is reportedly planning his own AI lab to develop a ChatGPT competitor.

Security & Service

Digitization in the security and service sector

People have been talking about digitization for many years now, without really being able to imagine real networking and its benefits in day-to-day business. And even if Germany is not considered a pioneer in the implementation of future topics, innovative service providers in this country also show how sustainably and profitably robotic technology can be integrated into operational processes.

Study shows Robot Revolution

Humanoid Robots Enter Factories as Early as 2025!

Automakers such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz are now also testing human-like AI robots in their factories. Inspired by pioneers like Tesla, Xiaomi, and NIO, humanoid robots are set to be mass-produced from 2025, according to a Horváth study, and revolutionize industrial manufacturing.

Tesla OPTIMUS

The All-In-One Robot for Everyone?

In addition to established robot manufacturers such as Boston Dynamics, well-known tech companies are also entering the lucrative market and regularly show their progress. Tesla can also point to a lot of experience in electric mobility and drive concepts, an advantage that also benefits robotics?

Bank collapse in Silicon Valley

Crash sends also Robotic Start-Ups scrambling

Start-ups worldwide fear for their existence: Takeover of Silicon Valley Bank by authorities puts unsecured deposits worth millions at risk

Swiss robotics startup

Wireless robot drone for underwater operations

Hydromea, a Swiss company based in Lausanne, specializes in autonomous underwater robotics and wireless underwater communications. With an innovative submarine drone, the company aims to make dangerous underwater operations safer.

Tireless harvesting professional

Agricultural robot BERRY autonomously picks strawberries

Automation has long since made its way into agriculture. Autonomous vehicles and drones are on the move in the fields, and innovative systems are also being used in greenhouses. When it comes to strawberry harvesting, the image of hardworking seasonal workers immediately comes to mind, but BERRY will change that in the future.

Robotics AI Integration

MathWorks and Universal Robots

MATLAB from MathWorks is now UR+ certified and offers a wide range of software tools and algorithms for programming, simulating, and implementing robotics applications, including cobots from Universal Robots.

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