Firefighting Robots Go Autonomous
Both independent and remote-controlled machines can save lives -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Toxic "forever chemicals" accumulate above the water table
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are water-, stain-, and heat-resistant chemicals added to products like nonstick pans, nail polish, food wrappers, and firefighting foam. They have been linked to health problems, including thyroid disease,.....»»
Nexar utilizes crowdsourced vision data to foster autonomous driving
Data is the foundation of autonomous driving. Nexar, an AI computer vision company, analyzes street information through a network supported by its dash cams. Integrating real-time data with human driving behaviors, the Israel-based company aims for a.....»»
Former Apple car engineer pleads guilty to trade secret theft
U.S. prosecutors allege that Xiaolang Zhang downloaded confidential plans for Apple's self-driving vehicle to Chinese autonomous car startup Xpeng......»»
Asia Optical supplies lens modules used in 3D LiDARs
Asia Optical has supplied optical lens modules used in 3D LiDARs for Europe-based first-tier vendors of automotive LiDARs used in Level 4 autonomous driving, according to the company......»»
Musk says Tesla raising "Full Self-Driving" price to $15,000
Tesla’s use of the name 'Full Self-Driving,' or FSD, has been criticized because the features require active supervision and don’t make its vehicles autonomous......»»
2022 Automotive News Rising Stars
As the auto industry reinvents itself, the 2022 class of Automotive News Rising Stars is right on the front lines. These 21 honorees are helping lead automakers, suppliers and technology companies into the coming era of autonomous and electric vehicl.....»»
Toyota satellite investment points to auto future
Toyota's Xona Space Systems investment highlights how the auto industry wants to leverage satellite-based communications for navigation and autonomous driving......»»
Torc Robotics names new CEO from Daimler"s autonomous technology group
Peter Vaughan Schmidt, head of Daimler Truck's Autonomous Technology Group, will take over from Torc co-founder Michael Fleming effective Oct. 1......»»
Will strong and fast-switching artificial muscle be feasible?
In the American action movie "Pacific Rim," giant robots called "Jaegers" fight against unknown monsters to save mankind. These robots are equipped with artificial muscles that mimic real living bodies and defeat monsters with power and speed. Resear.....»»
Report: Data engineers spend 2 days per week firefighting bad data quality
Monte Carlo, a data reliability company, surveyed more than 300 data professionals to reveal the state of data quality in the broader market. Monte Carlo, a data reliability company, surveyed more than 300 data professionals to reveal the state o.....»»
Why Airbus is betting on AI to fix pilot shortage, flight safety
Airbus, is developing autonomous flight and machine learning solutions for the next generation of aircraft. Airbus, is developing autonomous flight and machine learning solutions for the next generation of aircraft.Read More.....»»
Xiaomi aims to be smart EV leader in 2024 with CNY3.3 billion investment
Xiaomi finally updated on its progress on autonomous driving technology after an announcement of entering the smart electric vehicle (EV) segment 500 days ago. The company has built a team of over 500 professionals, planning to invest CNY3.3 billion.....»»
China-based startups cut striking figures in car-use ICs
China-based startups have played an important role in developing car-use ICs for applications like smart cockpits, ADAS (advanced driver assistance system) and autonomous driving, but are expected to face large competitive challenge over the next fiv.....»»
Swarms of Mini Robots Could Dig the Tunnels of the Future
The underground excavation industry is exploring mini robots, plasma torches, and superheated gas to replace the massive boring machines now in use......»»
EVs among the 6 major growth drivers for India"s L&T Tech Services
As global demand for the next generation of automotive heats up, Indian engineering and R&D giant L&T Technology Services (LTTS) expects the electrification, autonomous, and connected vehicles (EACV) segment to present a sea of new opportunities. Alo.....»»
In Buying Roomba, Amazon Increases Its Presence in Your Home
A robotic vacuum cleaner such as the IRobot Roomba could be controlled by the MAX (Mobile Autonomous X) platform, Perrone Systems says. (iRobot photo) This deal could give Amazon a huge advantage in its.....»»
iRobot CEO Colin Angle on Data Privacy and Robots in the Home
Editor’s note: Last week, Amazon announced that it was acquiring iRobot for $1.7 billion, prompting questions about how iRobot’s camera-equipped robot vacuums will protect the data that they collect about your home. In September of 2017, we spo.....»»
Foxconn continues EV push with electric tractor contract at Lordstown
Foxconn, maker of the iPhone, pushes into electric vehicles with deal to build autonomous tractors at Lordstown factory......»»
Future of work: Beyond bossware and job-killing robots
To encourage a human-centered workplace, we must rethink AI-driven automation, bossware, labor taxes and corporate R&D. To encourage a human-centered workplace, we must rethink AI-driven automation, bossware, labor taxes and corporate R&D.Read Mo.....»»
Amazon is buying Roomba maker iRobot for $1.7 billion in cash
The deal gives Amazon a stronger foothold in the field of robots. Last year, the e-commerce giant launched a consumer home robot named Astro designed to serve as a mobile security camera, an entertainment hub and a communications tool......»»