Figure AI to Transform Catalyst Brands' Logistics with Humanoid Robots
Figure AI partners with Catalyst Brands to deploy humanoid robots in logistics, signaling a major shift in warehouse automation and impacting the AECM industry.
Virginia Tech Advances Soft Robotics with Breakthrough Control Technology
Virginia Tech researchers have developed a new control mechanism for soft robotics using reservoir computing, promising significant advancements in robotic applications for industries like agriculture and infrastructure inspection.
Figure AI Achieves Breakthrough in Humanoid Robot Manufacturing
Figure AI has increased its humanoid robot production from one unit per day to one per hour, marking a significant advancement in manufacturing scale. This development could transform automation in the AECM industry, offering new efficiencies and cost reductions.
Festo Launches Compact Gripper for Collaborative Robots
Festo has introduced its HPPH two-finger pneumatic gripper, enhancing cobot applications by integrating control and safety functions directly into the gripper body, reducing weight and complexity.
Pony.ai's Robotaxi Revenue Soars, Expanding Fleet to 3,500 Vehicles
Pony.ai's robotaxi revenue has surged nearly fivefold in the first quarter of 2026, leading to plans for expanding its fleet to over 3,500 vehicles globally by the end of the year. This growth highlights the commercial viability of autonomous vehicles and presents new opportunities and challenges fo
Rotaku's Domo Robot Platform Aims to Democratize Humanoid Robotics
Rotaku's Domo robot platform democratizes humanoid robotics, offering affordable access to developers and educators. This launch could transform robotics integration in construction, engineering, and manufacturing.
Redwire Delivers Robotic Arm Prototype to ESA for Lunar Missions
Redwire's delivery of the MANUS robotic arm to ESA marks a step forward for Europe's lunar ambitions, highlighting the vital role of robotics in future space missions.
2026 Robotics Summit & Expo: A Glimpse into the Future of Automation
The 2026 Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston is a pivotal event for the robotics industry, impacting the AECM sector with insights into robot autonomy and AI integration.
DARPA's Robotic Satellite Servicing Mission Set for 2026 Launch
DARPA is preparing to launch the Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites mission in 2026, aiming to showcase on-orbit maintenance capabilities. This initiative could transform satellite management, impacting costs and sustainability in the aerospace sector.
