Robotics

Today's Stories

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   Amazon rolls out new AI warehouse robots across Europe to speed up deliveries

   Amazon announced it's deploying a new generation of AI-powered warehouse robots across European facilities as part of broader investments in robotics and satellite technology. The robots use artificial intelligence to improve package sorting and logistics efficiency in fulfillment centers.

   Online shoppers could see faster delivery times as these robots help Amazon process and ship orders more quickly from European warehouses.

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   NVIDIA partners with European cloud company to help robotics startups build smarter robots

   NVIDIA partnered with Nebius on June 9 to create a cloud platform specifically for robotics and physical AI development. The partnership includes launching a "Physical AI Living Lab" in the UK and Europe, giving robotics startups access to NVIDIA's AI technologies through cloud computing.

   This could accelerate the development of robots that can handle real-world physical tasks, potentially leading to more capable robots in factories, homes, and offices.

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   Medtronic challenges Intuitive Surgical's dominance in robotic surgery systems

   Medical device maker Medtronic is making moves to compete with Intuitive Surgical, which has long dominated the market for robotic surgical systems (machines that help surgeons perform operations with greater precision). The competition focuses on systems that assist doctors during complex procedures.

   Patients may benefit from more surgical robot options and potentially lower costs as competition increases between medical device companies.

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   Qualcomm expands AI chip ecosystem to power humanoid robots and self-driving cars

   Semiconductor company Qualcomm announced its AI chip ecosystem now extends to humanoid robots and autonomous vehicles, expanding beyond smartphones and computers. The company is positioning its processors to handle the complex AI calculations needed for robots that move and interact like humans.

   This could lead to more capable humanoid robots in workplaces and homes, as well as smarter self-driving car systems.

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   Edge AI makes robots easier to use, similar to how Windows simplified computers

   Industry experts are comparing the current robotics revolution to how Windows made computers accessible to non-technical users. Edge AI (artificial intelligence that runs directly on devices rather than in the cloud) is making robots easier for regular workers to operate and program.

   Factory workers and other non-engineers may soon be able to set up and control robots without needing specialized programming skills.

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   Boeing reveals upgraded AI-enabled MQ-28 Ghost Bat combat drone

   Boeing unveiled enhancements to its MQ-28 Ghost Bat military drone on June 10, adding improved artificial intelligence capabilities. The unmanned aircraft is designed to work alongside human pilots and other aircraft in military operations.

   This represents the growing use of AI in military equipment, potentially changing how air forces operate and conduct missions.