Robotics & Automation (opens original source in a new tab)Robotics & Automation NewsBridging the Gap Between Robotics Design and DeploymentHowever, once these systems are deployed, they are prone to face unique challenges. Lighting conditions, variations in human behavior, the variety of surfaces encountered, and background noise are examples of factors that can contribute to these newfound friction points in untested scenarios. The Limits of Testing Predictable Labs vs. Real World Environments Laboratories are designed […] (opens original source in a new tab)David Edwards·5 August 2026
Robotics & Automation (opens original source in a new tab)Robotics & Automation NewsSmart Roasting: Turning an Analog Coffee Roaster into an IoT DeviceFor a long time, coffee roasting was seen as something almost mystical. Experienced masters relied on their ears (listening for the “first crack”), their eyes, and even their intuition. But when a business scales from a single coffee shop to an industrial facility, intuition becomes a liability. The cost of a single mistake is dozens […] (opens original source in a new tab)David Edwards·5 August 2026
Robotics & Automation (opens original source in a new tab)Robotics & Automation NewsWhat Legal Options Are Available When Property Owners Disagree?Property ownership works smoothly when every owner shares the same goals, but disagreements can arise after financial priorities, personal circumstances, or long-term plans change. Disputes about selling, maintaining, or using real estate may delay important decisions and increase expenses if no solution is reached. Early action usually helps preserve both property value and working relationships. […] (opens original source in a new tab)David Edwards·5 August 2026
Robotics & Automation (opens original source in a new tab)Robotics & Automation NewsTop 6 Enterprise Web Scraping Solutions for Large BusinessesEnterprise businesses generate massive amounts of data every day, but collecting accurate information from multiple websites can quickly become challenging. Manual data collection is slow, expensive, and difficult to scale. That’s why many organizations invest in enterprise web scraping solutions that automate data extraction while maintaining speed, accuracy, and compliance. The right provider can help […] (opens original source in a new tab)David Edwards·5 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)The Robot ReportZoox unveils production-ready robotaxi for U.S. expansionAmazon subsidiary Zoox unveiled its final production-ready robotaxi design and expanded testing following a subtle redesign to improve rider comfort. The post Zoox unveils production-ready robotaxi for U.S. expansion appeared first on The Robot Report. (opens original source in a new tab)Mike Oitzman·4 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)The Robot ReportU.S. Navy picks Blue Water Autonomy to use autonomous vessels for deep ocean surveysBlue Water Autonomy creates unmanned ships that can operate autonomously on the open ocean for months a time. The post U.S. Navy picks Blue Water Autonomy to use autonomous vessels for deep ocean surveys appeared first on The Robot Report. (opens original source in a new tab)The Robot Report Staff·4 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)The Robot ReportHumanoids won’t scale on factory floors until costs dropThe race to commercialize humanoids is on. What’s left to prove is that humanoid robots can beat the economics of the automation manufacturers are already running. The post Humanoids won’t scale on factory floors until costs drop appeared first on The Robot Report. (opens original source in a new tab)Shaun Edwards·4 August 2026
Robotics & Automation (opens original source in a new tab)Robotics & Automation NewsCold calling: How autonomous robots are transforming polar science in the Arctic and AntarcticThe British Antarctic Survey says autonomous vehicles are ‘transforming polar science’ A robot is cruising beneath Antarctic sea ice. Another is bolted to the face of a collapsing Greenland glacier. A third is silently counting penguins on a remote, windswept beach. None of them has a human operator nearby. Across the Arctic and Antarctic, autonomous […] (opens original source in a new tab)David Edwards·4 August 2026
Robotics & Automation (opens original source in a new tab)Robotics & Automation NewsYusen Logistics deploys Destro AI warehouse coordination platformYusen Logistics Americas, a global supply chain logistics company, has entered a strategic collaboration with Destro AI, a provider of an AI-powered human-robot collaboration and physical AI platform for warehouse operations. The deployment is part of Yusen’s ongoing investment in intelligent warehouse technologies designed to improve operational efficiency, increase execution consistency, and deliver even greater […] (opens original source in a new tab)David Edwards·4 August 2026
Robotics & Automation (opens original source in a new tab)Robotics & Automation NewsFormer DeepMind team launches AI robotics startup with robots that learn from workersReimagine Robotics, an AI robotics company founded by former leaders of Google DeepMind’s Applied Robotics team, has emerged from stealth with new technology that allows robots to learn on the job. The company is developing intelligent robots that anyone can train and use. Instead of requiring specialist programmers whenever a task or production process changes, […] (opens original source in a new tab)David Edwards·4 August 2026
Robotics & Automation (opens original source in a new tab)Robotics & Automation NewsResearchers unveil open-source robotic guide dog designed to assist blind and visually impaired peopleResearchers have introduced what they describe as the world’s first fully autonomous robotic guide dog, an AI-powered mobile robot designed to help blind and visually impaired people navigate both indoor and outdoor environments. Named Milo, the robot has been developed as a lower-cost alternative to traditional guide dogs, which require extensive training and are often […] (opens original source in a new tab)David Edwards·4 August 2026
