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Seanergy Maritime, a US-listed Capesize shipowner, has integrated Orca AI’s automated computer-vision situational awareness platform into its operations to enhance safety and efficiency in maritime navigation Seanergy, based in Athens, operates a fleet of 18 dry bulk vessels, including one Newcastlemax and 17 Capesizes. The adoption of Orca AI’s technology aims to upgrade the navigational capabilities of its fleet.

The 90th China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF), scheduled to take place in Shenzhen from October 12th to 15th, 2024, will highlight medical robotics technology. With a market value of $179 billion, China’s medical device industry continues to grow, and this year’s CMEF is set to showcase innovative products from over 4,000 enterprises.

Asia is projected to experience the fastest growth in its artificial intelligence (AI) industry, with revenue expected to increase by 351% to nearly $300 billion by 2030. This data, presented by Altindex.com, contrasts with the United States, which, despite being home to major AI companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Alphabet, Meta, and Tesla, does not have the largest or fastest-growing AI market.

Tech United from Eindhoven secured their eighth world title in the RoboCup Middle Size League. The team, composed of students, PhD candidates, and staff from Eindhoven University of Technology, triumphed at the global championship for autonomous robots held in their home city.

This year, Rotterdam is hosting the large-scale festive celebration of forty years of ICRA (International Conference on Robotics and Automation). Several thousand attendees will visit the Maasstad in September for a substantive program, but, as initiator Professor Stefano Stramigioli emphasizes, it is above all a celebration of 40 years of ICRA.

Autonomous systems, including self-driving cars and unmanned aircraft, rely on modeling and simulation for their development. However, the training process for these systems can take extensive periods and often fails to account for real-world uncertainties, a challenge known as the simulation-to-real gap.

The rapid progress in humanoid robotics offers a solution to global labor shortages through automation in corporate warehouses. Despite their potential, deploying humanoid robots poses challenges that necessitate careful planning. Corporations are advised to conduct pilot studies to collect data and mitigate risks before large-scale implementation, says Lucas Tesler of Silicon Foundry.

Researchers at Delft University of Technology have developed an autonomous navigation strategy inspired by insect behavior for tiny, lightweight robots. This strategy enables these robots to navigate back to their starting point after long journeys, using minimal computational resources and memory. The research, detailed in the journal Science Robotics on July 17, 2024, is expected to have practical applications in areas such as warehouse stock monitoring and industrial site inspections.

ABB has reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, showcasing a stable demand and a record-high Operational EBITA margin. The company recorded orders worth $8,435 million, a slight decrease of 3% compared to the previous year, though on a comparable basis, orders remained unchanged. Revenues increased by 1% to $8,239 million, with a 4% rise on a comparable basis. Income from operations reached $1,376 million, yielding a margin of 16.7%, while the Operational EBITA was $1,564 million, marking a margin of 19.0%.

LG Electronics is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics into its manufacturing processes as part of its smart factory solutions business.  The Production Engineering Research Institute (PRI) at LG, which has traditionally focused on enhancing production and manufacturing competitiveness for LG Group affiliates, is now extending its expertise to external clients. The institute offers services such as production consulting, development of equipment and operation systems, and training for technology personnel.