Verified Robotics Events Archive — Page 109

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FundingMatic Robots

Matic emerges from stealth with $24 million new seed financing

Consumer

· funding · Matic Robots · Consumer

Evidence notes
  • The current financing disclosed in the announcement was $24 million.
  • Cumulative funding reached $29.6 million.
  • Investors included Mehul Nariyawala, Navneet Dalal, Rehan Jalil, GitHub co-founder Tom Preston-Werner and Stripe co-founders Patrick and John Collison.
Date
Company Matic Robots
Event type Funding
Segment Consumer
Added to Korthos
AcquisitionFranka Robotics

Agile Robots acquires Franka Emika business

Industrial

· acquisition · Franka Robotics · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • The acquisition covered Franka Emika and its collaborative robot technology.
  • Franka systems remained tied to research, education and industrial manipulation workflows.
  • The deal moved Franka's collaborative robot technology into Agile Robots' portfolio.
Date
Event type Acquisition
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
Contract AwardAsylon

Asylon wins $12M AFWERX STRATFI contract

Service

· contract award · Asylon · Service

Evidence notes
  • The award was made with Air Force Global Strike Command for installation perimeter security.
  • The contract builds on prior AFWERX SBIR awards and supports enterprise scaling.
  • Asylon said DroneCore includes autonomous drones, ground robots, stations and command software.
Date
Company Asylon
Event type Contract Award
Segment Service
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchPolymath Robotics

Polymath Robotics releases autonomous navigation modules

Development Platform

· product launch · Polymath Robotics · Development Platform

Evidence notes
  • The first modules included GPS-free trailer localization and lidar fusion.
  • The modules can be used individually or as part of Polymath's full autonomous navigation system.
  • The product gives Polymath Robotics a concrete offering for robot sensing, actuation, compute or communications systems.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment Development Platform
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchAutoStore

AutoStore launches R5 Pro robot for large sites

Warehouse Logistics

· product launch · AutoStore · Warehouse Logistics

Evidence notes
  • R5 Pro targeted multishift ecommerce and fulfillment operations.
  • The robot used lithium-titanium-oxide battery technology for faster charging and longer service life.
  • The product gives AutoStore a concrete offering for warehouse automation and material-handling workflows.
Date
Company AutoStore
Event type Product Launch
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchReach Robotics

Reach Robotics launches Reach X subsea manipulator system

End Effectors

· product launch · Reach Robotics · End Effectors

Evidence notes
  • Reach Robotics launched Reach X as a subsea manipulator system.
  • Reach X expanded the company electric manipulator line for subsea intervention tasks.
  • The product targets portable ROV and underwater robotics workflows.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment End Effectors
Added to Korthos
DemonstrationPAL Robotics

PAL Robotics Demonstrates TIAGo's Advanced Grasping Package

Humanoid

· demonstration · PAL Robotics · Humanoid

Evidence notes
  • PAL Robotics released a video showcasing the Advanced Grasping Premium Software Package for the TIAGo robot.
  • The demonstration highlights TIAGo's capabilities in precise object handling and manipulation tasks.
  • The software package allows customization to meet specific research needs, enabling the implementation of tailored manipulation tasks.
Date
Company PAL Robotics
Event type Demonstration
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos
DemonstrationAsilla

Asilla starts first Hokkaido security demonstration at Sapporo Stellar Place

Perception

· demonstration · Asilla · Perception

Evidence notes
  • The trial applied Asilla's behavior-recognition system to existing security-camera feeds at the station-connected complex.
  • The system monitored for abnormal or suspicious behavior and notified security personnel when it detected an incident.
  • The demonstration tested whether AI monitoring could improve visitor safety while reducing the burden of watching many camera streams.
Date
Company Asilla
Event type Demonstration
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos
Org ChangeAnsible Motion

Ansible Motion and AB Dynamics integrate simulator businesses

Simulation

· org change · Ansible Motion · Simulation

Evidence notes
  • The integration became effective from October 2023.
  • AB Dynamics said the combined business had more than 30 high-dynamic driver-in-the-loop simulators operational worldwide.
  • The change consolidated Ansible Motion's simulation technology inside AB Dynamics' vehicle testing portfolio.
Date
Event type Org Change
Segment Simulation
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchKubota

Kubota introduces Agri Robo KVT autonomous tractor for European farming

Agriculture

· product launch · Kubota · Agriculture

Evidence notes
  • Kubota presented the MR 1000A Agri Robo KVT autonomous tractor for efficient and safe farming.
  • The tractor can operate manually or autonomously and was prepared for exhibition at Agritechnica in Hannover.
  • The product launch gives Kubota a concrete autonomous agriculture platform in the European market.
Date
Company Kubota
Event type Product Launch
Segment Agriculture
Added to Korthos
DeploymentLocus Robotics

Locus Robotics deploys 24 LocusBots at UPS Healthcare cold-storage facility in Louisville

Warehouse Logistics

· deployment · Locus Robotics · Warehouse Logistics

Evidence notes
  • Locus deployed a warehouse execution platform and 24 autonomous mobile robots at UPS Healthcare's Louisville, Kentucky facility.
  • The robots operated across the warehouse, including cold-storage areas, which the case study describes as the first use of LocusBots in a cold-chain environment.
  • UPS Healthcare said the implementation delivered a 54 percent increase in lines picked in the six months after launch, alongside improved order accuracy, safety, and data visibility.
Date
Event type Deployment
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchRoboception

Roboception launches the rc_visard NG 3D stereo vision platform

Vision

· product launch · Roboception · Vision

Evidence notes
  • Roboception launched rc_visard NG as the next generation of its 3D stereo vision platform for flexible robotic automation.
  • The company highlighted increased computing power and on-board UserSpace to support more adaptable robot-vision applications.
  • The launch marked a meaningful product step for Roboception''s robotics-focused perception platform.
Date
Company Roboception
Event type Product Launch
Segment Vision
Added to Korthos
Company FormationJQ Industries

JQ Industries is founded in Weihai

Sensors

· company formation · JQ Industries · Sensors

Evidence notes
  • JQ Industries was founded in Weihai in November 2023.
  • The company was established to commercialize flexible fiber sensing technology.
  • JQ Industries develops flexible fiber sensors and sensing systems for robot skin, hand tactile sensors, textile pressure sensing and related software.
Date
Event type Company Formation
Segment Sensors
Added to Korthos
RegulatoryHesai Technology

TÜV Rheinland certifies Pandar128 to ISO/SAE 21434

Perception

· regulatory · Hesai Technology · Perception

Evidence notes
  • ISO/SAE 21434 covers cybersecurity engineering across a road-vehicle product's lifecycle.
  • Pandar128 simultaneously held ASPICE capability-level-two assessment and ISO 26262 ASIL B functional-safety certification.
  • The certificate applies to the exact lidar product and is not a cybersecurity approval for an entire autonomous vehicle.
Date
Event type Regulatory
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos
FundingWirepas

Wirepas raises USD 22 million for industrial IoT connectivity

Communications

· funding · Wirepas · Communications

Evidence notes
  • Highland Europe led the USD 22 million financing.
  • Amalfi, IQT, ETF Partners, KPN Ventures, Vito Ventures and Vesa Laisi also participated.
  • Wirepas planned to expand its technology and solutions globally for scalable industrial IoT networks.
Date
Company Wirepas
Event type Funding
Segment Communications
Added to Korthos
FundingPromise Robotics

Promise Robotics raises $15M Series A for robotic homebuilding factories

Construction

· funding · Promise Robotics · Construction

Evidence notes
  • Horizons Ventures led the $15 million Series A, bringing Promise Robotics total funding to $25 million.
  • Participants included Radical Ventures, PSP Investments, United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Relay Ventures and Alate Partners.
  • The company said the capital supports commercialization of a robotic factory platform for automated construction and assembly.
Date
Event type Funding
Segment Construction
Added to Korthos
PartnershipSkyline Robotics

Skyline Robotics and Principle bring autonomous window-cleaning robots to London

Service

· partnership · Skyline Robotics · Service

Evidence notes
  • Principle Cleaning Services planned to introduce Ozmo to London's commercial-property market.
  • The partnership targeted high-rise facade cleaning with Skyline's robotic-armed window-cleaning system.
Date
Event type Partnership
Segment Service
Added to Korthos
PartnershipDH-Robotics

Infineon and DH-Robotics introduce next-generation electric grippers

End Effectors

· partnership · DH-Robotics · End Effectors

Evidence notes
  • DH-Robotics electric grippers use Infineon MOSFETs, EtherCAT microcontrollers, Hall sensors, gate-driver ICs and PSoC 6 microcontrollers.
  • The design specifically incorporates OptiMOS 5 80 V devices BSZ075N08NS5 and BSC030N08NS5.
  • Infineon published the collaboration on 30 October 2023 as DH-Robotics brought the electric-gripper series to market.
Date
Company DH-Robotics
Event type Partnership
Segment End Effectors
Added to Korthos
Contract AwardAnduril Industries

Anduril wins UK Ministry of Defence TALOS force-protection contract

Defense

· contract award · Anduril Industries · Defense

Evidence notes
  • Anduril received a £17 million Ministry of Defence contract, with potential value up to £24 million, for Phase 3 of Programme TALOS.
  • The program centered on force-protection technology for the UK Ministry of Defence.
  • The award deepened Anduril's position in British base and perimeter defense systems.
Date
Event type Contract Award
Segment Defense
Added to Korthos
DeploymentIntelligent Robotics

Intelligent Robotics installs IR-SCRIBE pilot at Kilcoy

Systems Integration

· deployment · Intelligent Robotics · Systems Integration

Evidence notes
  • IR-SCRIBE entered a twelve-month trial at Kilcoy Global Foods' Queensland processing plant.
  • MotionCam-3D cameras scan moving carcasses before robots make four yield-defining cuts.
  • The project targets safer work, consistent specifications and millimetre-accurate processing at line speed.
Date
Event type Deployment
Segment Systems Integration
Added to Korthos
Org ChangeCruise

Cruise suspends all driverless operations nationwide

Automotive

· org change · Cruise · Automotive

Evidence notes
  • Cruise suspended all driverless operations across the United States after California revoked its driverless permits.
  • The pause covered Cruise’s driverless vehicle operations while the company reviewed safety processes.
  • Human-supervised operations were separate from the nationwide driverless suspension.
Date
Company Cruise
Event type Org Change
Segment Automotive
Added to Korthos
AwardAutomha

Automha earns two Top 100 categories in the 2023 Sustainability Awards

Warehouse Logistics

· award · Automha · Warehouse Logistics

Evidence notes
  • Automha was included in both the Top 100 Excellence and Top 100 Performances categories.
  • The assessment used an ESG rating established by ALTIS and Repris with mathematically calculated scores.
  • Automha said the recognition reflected process, system and resource initiatives intended to improve social and environmental impact.
Date
Company Automha
Event type Award
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchInOrbit.AI

InOrbit launches Missions for multi-vendor robot orchestration

Warehouse Logistics

· product launch · InOrbit.AI · Warehouse Logistics

Evidence notes
  • Users can define, dispatch and analyze tasks across robots from multiple vendors.
  • Missions works with InOrbit Connect to link robots, infrastructure and enterprise systems.
  • The associated directory expansion listed twelve newly Connect-certified companies.
Date
Company InOrbit.AI
Event type Product Launch
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos
DeploymentCOR-Platform

COR-Platform supports Massachusetts STEM Week classroom robotics program

Development Platform

· deployment · COR-Platform · Development Platform

Evidence notes
  • COR-Platform partnered with MassRobotics during Massachusetts STEM Week 2023 to reach close to 400 students across 19 classes.
  • Students used Google Slides and a COR-Platform plug-in to code remote physical robots as part of classroom missions.
  • The program served classrooms in Boston Public Schools and Malden Public Schools, including English Learner and high-needs classrooms.
Date
Company COR-Platform
Event type Deployment
Segment Development Platform
Added to Korthos
Research PublicationHello Robot

An Assistive Robot in an Indoor Scenario: the Stretch Hello Robot as Environment Organizer

Service

· research publication · Hello Robot · Service

Evidence notes
  • The MetroXRAINE paper uses Stretch Hello Robot as an assistive indoor environment organizer.
  • The study’s named evaluation platform is Stretch Research Edition from Hello Robot.
Date
Company Hello Robot
Event type Research Publication
Segment Service
Added to Korthos
Research PublicationROBOTIS

Flywheel-inverted pendulum paper uses DYNAMIXEL XL430-W250 motors

Actuation

· research publication · ROBOTIS · Actuation

Evidence notes
  • The paper presents an optimized design and control method for a flywheel inverted pendulum with two motors.
  • The hardware uses two DYNAMIXEL XL430-W250 motors, a model in the DYNAMIXEL X-Series actuator family.
Date
Company ROBOTIS
Event type Research Publication
Segment Actuation
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchHarmonic Drive LLC

Harmonic Drive Systems adds HPG-R model 40 helical gear reducer

Actuation

· product launch · Harmonic Drive LLC · Actuation

Evidence notes
  • The HPG-R model 40 addition was announced on October 25, 2023.
  • The model supports motors from 1500W.
  • Harmonic Drive Systems said the smaller HPG-40R could cover applications previously handled by HPG-50A.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment Actuation
Added to Korthos
PartnershipNabtesco

Nabtesco supplies RV precision reduction gear units for Tsubame Industries ARCHAX robot

Motion Components

· partnership · Nabtesco · Motion Components

Evidence notes
  • A technical-support agreement covers Nabtesco RV precision reduction gears used in Tsubame Industries' ARCHAX cockpitted robot.
  • One ARCHAX uses nine RV units across functions including waist rotation and vehicle drive.
  • The agreement extends Nabtesco joint-reducer technology into a large mobile robotic platform.
Date
Company Nabtesco
Event type Partnership
Segment Motion Components
Added to Korthos
FundingManna Air Delivery

Coca-Cola HBC invests in Manna to support next-generation delivery drones

Aerial

· funding · Manna Air Delivery · Aerial

Evidence notes
  • Coca-Cola HBC made a strategic investment in Manna as part of its push into next-generation delivery and convenience infrastructure.
  • The event signaled commercial interest from a major consumer brand and distribution player in Manna''s aerial logistics model.
  • The investment also established a relationship later reflected in subsequent Manna funding rounds.
Date
Event type Funding
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos
AcquisitionIris Automation

uAvionix acquires Iris Automation

Perception

· acquisition · Iris Automation · Perception

Evidence notes
  • The October 2023 acquisition added Iris airborne and ground-based optical perception systems to the uAvionix portfolio.
  • uAvionix said the combined architecture would address both command-and-control and detect-and-avoid requirements for UAS integration.
  • Former Iris chief executive Jon Damush became chief executive of uAvionix as part of the transaction.
Date
Event type Acquisition
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchViTrox

ViTrox launches V9i Advanced Robotic Vision XL inspection solution

Industrial

· product launch · ViTrox · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • ViTrox introduced the V9i Advanced Robotic Vision XL inspection solution.
  • The system targets flexible conformal coating and final-assembly inspection in electronics manufacturing.
  • The launch gives ViTrox a direct robotic vision system marker within automated optical inspection.
Date
Company ViTrox
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
AwardSanctuary AI

Sanctuary AI's Phoenix Recognized as TIME 2023 Best Invention

Industrial

· award · Sanctuary AI · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • Sanctuary AI's humanoid general-purpose robot, Phoenix, was named one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2023.
  • Phoenix was the only humanoid general-purpose robot and the sole Canadian company recognized in the Robotics category.
  • This marks the second time technology from CEO Geordie Rose has been featured in TIME.
Date
Company Sanctuary AI
Event type Award
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchSeptentrio

Septentrio releases ROS driver and reference design for mosaic-X5

Localization

· product launch · Septentrio · Localization

Evidence notes
  • Septentrio introduced an ROS driver for its mosaic-X5 module and a hardware reference design incorporating Raspberry Pi.
  • The release supports developers building autonomous GNSS applications around Septentrio positioning hardware.
  • This is relevant to robotics through ROS integration and open hardware support for robot positioning.
Date
Company Septentrio
Event type Product Launch
Segment Localization
Added to Korthos
Market SignalMammotion

Mammotion: LUBA wins Pro Tool Innovation and IDEA design honors (2023)

Consumer

· market signal · Mammotion · Consumer

Evidence notes
  • Mammotion said LUBA won the Pro Tool Innovation Award 2023 and IDEA Design Award 2023.
  • The awards recognized LUBA's robotic mower design and product execution.
  • This is a recognition signal rather than a launch, deployment, or commercial order event.
Date
Company Mammotion
Event type Market Signal
Segment Consumer
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchFARO Technologies

FARO and Flyability launch Elios 3 Surveying Payload

Localization

· product launch · FARO Technologies · Localization

Evidence notes
  • The bundle combines Flyability indoor-drone data capture with FARO surveying and registration software.
  • The launch creates a robotics-relevant surveying workflow around confined-space inspection.
  • The product gives FARO and Flyability launch Elios 3 Surveying Payload a concrete offering for unmanned aircraft, air mobility or counter-drone operations.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment Localization
Added to Korthos
FundingAibuild

Aibuild raises $8.5M Series A

Manufacturing

· funding · Aibuild · Manufacturing

Evidence notes
  • IQ Capital led the $8.5 million Series A, with Nikon joining as a strategic investor.
  • SuperSeed, ACT Venture Partners, Atlas Ventures and Seedcamp also participated in the round.
  • The company tied the capital to product automation, customer onboarding and expansion in North America and Europe.
Date
Company Aibuild
Event type Funding
Segment Manufacturing
Added to Korthos
Product Launchwheel.me

wheel.me introduces Genius 2 autonomous wheel system

Warehouse Logistics

· product launch · wheel.me · Warehouse Logistics

Evidence notes
  • Genius 2 targeted flexible indoor material handling without replacing existing equipment.
  • The system used autonomous navigation to support warehouses and manufacturing sites.
  • The event adds operating or commercial context for warehouse automation and material-handling robotics.
Date
Company wheel.me
Event type Product Launch
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchAmazon

Amazon introduces Sequoia and Digit robotics systems

Logistics

· product launch · Amazon · Logistics

Evidence notes
  • Amazon introduced Sequoia, a new robotic fulfillment system designed to improve inventory handling and workplace ergonomics.
  • The company also announced testing with Digit, a humanoid robot intended to assist with tote handling tasks in operations.
  • Amazon framed both systems as part of its broader push to pair robotics with employee safety and faster fulfillment.
Date
Company Amazon
Event type Product Launch
Segment Logistics
Added to Korthos
DemonstrationAgility Robotics

Amazon begins testing Agility Robotics Digit for tote recycling

Humanoid

· demonstration · Agility Robotics · Humanoid

Evidence notes
  • The trial focuses on tote recycling, a repetitive workflow in which empty containers are collected and moved after inventory has been picked.
  • Amazon identified Digit's ability to move, grasp and handle items in spaces designed for people as the basis for the trial.
  • The announcement frames Digit as an external mobile-manipulator test alongside Amazon's own Sequoia system, not as an Amazon Robotics product.
Date
Event type Demonstration
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos
PartnershipNVIDIA

NVIDIA and Foxconn partner to build AI factories and robotics-enabled manufacturing systems

AI Compute

· partnership · NVIDIA · AI Compute

Evidence notes
  • NVIDIA and Foxconn announced a partnership to build AI factories using NVIDIA computing platforms and robotics-enabled manufacturing infrastructure.
  • Foxconn said it would use NVIDIA Omniverse and AI technologies to optimize production lines and automate industrial workflows.
  • The collaboration positioned robotics and AI-driven manufacturing as a core part of next-generation factory systems.
Date
Company NVIDIA
Event type Partnership
Segment AI Compute
Added to Korthos
AcquisitionMoritex Corporation

Cognex completes ¥40B acquisition of Moritex

Vision

· acquisition · Moritex Corporation · Vision

Evidence notes
  • Cognex acquired all outstanding shares of Moritex on October 18, 2023.
  • The all-cash purchase price was ¥40 billion, approximately $270 million at closing-date exchange rates.
  • The acquisition price is excluded from Moritex funding totals.
Date
Event type Acquisition
Segment Vision
Added to Korthos
FundingLimX Dynamics

Chinese Robotics Firm LimX Dynamics Raises USD27.4 Million in Angel, Pre-A Fundraisers

Humanoid

· funding · LimX Dynamics · Humanoid

Evidence notes
  • LimX Dynamics secured CNY200 million (USD27.4 million) in angel and pre-A round financing, with the angel round including FreeS Fund, Stalagnate Capital, Future Capital, and Kinzon Capital
  • The pre-A fundraiser was led by Vitalbridge Capital, followed by Lenovo Capital and Incubator Group
  • The funding will help LimX Dynamics innovate in robotics and artificial intelligence, focusing on wheeled quadruped product development, research and development of humanoid robots, and tackling core technological advancements in embodied AI
Date
Event type Funding
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos
PartnershipFoxconn

Foxconn and NVIDIA expand into AI factories

Electronics

· partnership · Foxconn · Electronics

Evidence notes
  • NVIDIA announced the expanded Foxconn collaboration on October 17, 2023.
  • Foxconn planned NVIDIA-powered AI factories and smart-manufacturing systems built on Isaac, Omniverse and Metropolis.
  • The program also covered DRIVE-based electric-vehicle platforms and customer AI infrastructure.
Date
Company Foxconn
Event type Partnership
Segment Electronics
Added to Korthos
Commercial OrderAeva Technologies

Nikon selects Aeva LiDAR-on-chip for industrial inspection products

Perception

· commercial order · Aeva Technologies · Perception

Evidence notes
  • Aeva was selected to supply micron-precise LiDAR-on-chip technology under a multi-year production agreement.
  • The target inspection markets include automotive, aerospace and renewable-energy manufacturing.
Date
Event type Commercial Order
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchDeep Robotics

DEEP Robotics launches X30 industrial quadruped robot

Industrial

· product launch · Deep Robotics · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • DEEP Robotics announced the X30 quadruped robot as a flagship product for inspection, factories, pipeline corridors, emergency rescue, fire detection, and research.
  • The launch emphasized fusion perception, stair traversal, autonomous inspection, and expanded operating temperatures from minus 20 C to 55 C.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
Commercial OrderElite Robots

Elite Robots secures 3,000-unit cobot order from new energy customer

Industrial

· commercial order · Elite Robots · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • Elite Robots announced a 3,000-unit collaborative robot order from an unnamed Chinese corporation.
  • The customer operates in new energy vehicles, phone component assembly, rechargeable batteries, and photovoltaic cells.
  • Elite Robots framed the order as evidence of expanding cobot adoption in large-scale manufacturing.
Date
Company Elite Robots
Event type Commercial Order
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
PartnershipStereolabs

Stereolabs integrates ZED SDK and ZED X with NVIDIA Isaac Sim and Isaac ROS

Vision

· partnership · Stereolabs · Vision

Evidence notes
  • Stereolabs integrated the ZED SDK and ZED X stereo cameras with NVIDIA Isaac Sim and added support for NVIDIA Isaac ROS.
  • The company positioned the integration around simulation-first robot development, synthetic training workflows, and streamlined ROS deployment for space-aware autonomous robots.
  • The release extended Stereolabs from stereo vision hardware into a deeper robotics development-stack partnership with NVIDIA.
Date
Company Stereolabs
Event type Partnership
Segment Vision
Added to Korthos
PartnershipUnited Robotics Group

United Robotics Group and Fraunhofer IPA sign KEVIN technology partnership

Service

· partnership · United Robotics Group · Service

Evidence notes
  • The October 2023 agreement granted United Robotics Group rights connected to KEVIN distribution and commercialization.
  • The partners also agreed to continue technical development of the mobile laboratory robot.
  • United Robotics Group took responsibility for manufacturing and distributing KEVIN within its laboratory-automation portfolio.
Date
Event type Partnership
Segment Service
Added to Korthos
FundingAmpacimon

Ampacimon raises EUR 10M Series C for grid monitoring

Power Systems

· funding · Ampacimon · Power Systems

Evidence notes
  • Ampacimon raised EUR 10 million in Series C funding for grid monitoring.
  • The round supported expansion of Ampacimon Dynamic Line Rating technology.
  • The company applies DLR to grid-capacity optimization and overhead-line monitoring.
Date
Company Ampacimon
Event type Funding
Segment Power Systems
Added to Korthos
PartnershipDoodle Labs

UKRSPECSYSTEMS selects Doodle Labs Helix Mesh Rider Radio for MINI SHARK UAV

Communications

· partnership · Doodle Labs · Communications

Evidence notes
  • The integration targets resilient wireless communications for MINI SHARK aircraft supplied to Ukrainian defence forces.
  • Operators transmitted HD video up to 80 kilometres while using six frequency bands to avoid active Russian jamming.
Date
Company Doodle Labs
Event type Partnership
Segment Communications
Added to Korthos
DemonstrationGalaxea Dynamics

Galaxea Dynamics Demonstrated G0 Plus VLA Model

Humanoid

· demonstration · Galaxea Dynamics · Humanoid

Evidence notes
  • Galaxea Dynamics demonstrated its G0 Plus VLA model with a 'Pick Up Anything' feature.
  • The demonstration showcased the model's ability to perform tasks using real-world data from the Galaxea of Open-world Dataset.
  • This event took place as part of their efforts to engage with top-tier embodied AI developers.
Date
Event type Demonstration
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchIUNA AI

Auto Scanner enters finish-line surface inspection

Inspection

· product launch · IUNA AI · Inspection

Evidence notes
  • The new configuration moved Auto Scanner beyond body-shop inspection into the finishing process.
  • It targeted paint defects, dents, dings and other surface imperfections during final inspection.
  • The extension was designed to improve end-of-line product quality and inspection efficiency.
Date
Company IUNA AI
Event type Product Launch
Segment Inspection
Added to Korthos
RegulatoryEHang Holdings Limited

EHang obtains type certificate for EH216-S passenger-carrying eVTOL

Aerial

· regulatory · EHang Holdings Limited · Aerial

Evidence notes
  • EHang obtained a CAAC type certificate for the EH216-S passenger-carrying unmanned aircraft system.
  • The company described the certificate as the first type certificate for an unmanned eVTOL aircraft.
  • The approval established an airworthiness basis for EHang's autonomous passenger aircraft before later production and operator certificates.
Date
Event type Regulatory
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos
PartnershipSpaceium

Spaceium and Aphelia plan orbital wireless-charging demonstration

Space

· partnership · Spaceium · Space

Evidence notes
  • Aphelia planned to place a wireless-charging payload on a Spaceium mission.
  • Spaceium would host the payload on its modular orbital-service-station architecture.
  • The demonstration targeted a shared infrastructure problem: extending spacecraft operations beyond onboard power limits.
Date
Company Spaceium
Event type Partnership
Segment Space
Added to Korthos
FundingZordi

Zordi secures $20M and opens second AI-powered robotic greenhouse

Agriculture

· funding · Zordi · Agriculture

Evidence notes
  • Zordi emerged from stealth with $20 million in funding and a second autonomous greenhouse located in New Jersey.
  • The company described an AutoGrow system paired with scouting robots for crop-care decisions, pest control, pruning and harvesting workflows.
  • The event established Zordi as an ag-tech robotics company combining AI, greenhouse operations and mobile robotic crop monitoring.
Date
Company Zordi
Event type Funding
Segment Agriculture
Added to Korthos
FundingPickNik

PickNik raises $2M pre-seed round for MoveIt Studio

Robot Software Platform

· funding · PickNik · Robot Software Platform

Evidence notes
  • Stellar Ventures and Cypress Growth Capital led the investment.
  • The capital supported PickNik robotic arm software development.
  • The event adds operating or commercial context for warehouse automation and material-handling robotics.
Date
Company PickNik
Event type Funding
Segment Robot Software Platform
Added to Korthos
Commercial OrderHiBot

HiBot delivers first Float Arm to BASF Antwerpen

Inspection

· commercial order · HiBot · Inspection

Evidence notes
  • Float Arm targets remote inspection of pipe racks, tanks and confined spaces that are difficult or hazardous to enter.
  • BASF Antwerpen completed operator training and certification with HiBot after receiving the robot.
Date
Company HiBot
Event type Commercial Order
Segment Inspection
Added to Korthos
PartnershipStretchSense

StretchSense partners with Movella on Xsens indie mocap bundle

Data Infrastructure

· partnership · StretchSense · Data Infrastructure

Evidence notes
  • StretchSense partnered with Movella on the Xsens indie mocap bundle.
  • The package combined StretchSense glove hardware and Hand Engine software with Movella MVN workflows.
  • The bundle targeted professional-grade hand motion capture for independent creators and XR production teams.
Date
Company StretchSense
Event type Partnership
Segment Data Infrastructure
Added to Korthos
Research PublicationAgility Robotics

Safe whole-body task-space control paper validates hardware experiments on Digit

Humanoid

· research publication · Agility Robotics · Humanoid

Evidence notes
  • The paper proposes inverse-dynamics whole-body control with exponential control barrier functions for safety-critical humanoid behaviors.
  • The authors apply the method to the 3D biped robot Digit in both simulation and hardware experiments.
  • It adds a concrete Digit research result focused on safe task-space control, balance, and walking constraints.
Date
Event type Research Publication
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos
Contract AwardHII Unmanned Systems

US Navy awards initial nine-vehicle Lionfish contract

Defense

· contract award · HII Unmanned Systems · Defense

Evidence notes
  • The initial build covers nine small unmanned underwater vehicles.
  • Lionfish uses the two-person-portable REMUS 300 platform.
  • Options could expand the programme to 200 vehicles over five years.
Date
Event type Contract Award
Segment Defense
Added to Korthos
DeploymentProtex AI

Marks and Spencer deploys Protex AI at Castle Donington

Vision

· deployment · Protex AI · Vision

Evidence notes
  • The case study names Marks and Spencer and the Castle Donington site, making this a real customer deployment rather than a generic capability claim.
  • Protex reports the deployment produced an 80% reduction in overall incidents during the first 10 weeks.
Date
Company Protex AI
Event type Deployment
Segment Vision
Added to Korthos
FundingFormant

Formant closes $21M round for robotics data platform

Fleet Orchestration

· funding · Formant · Fleet Orchestration

Evidence notes
  • Intel Capital and GS Futures joined the round alongside existing investors including SignalFire, Holman, Ericsson, and Goodyear Ventures.
  • Formant said its platform powered tens of thousands of field-deployed robots.
  • The capital supports commercial automation and autonomous-system workflows as Formant moves toward broader commercial use.
Date
Company Formant
Event type Funding
Segment Fleet Orchestration
Added to Korthos
Facility OpeningAmkor Technology

Amkor inaugurates Vietnam advanced packaging factory

Semiconductors

· facility opening · Amkor Technology · Semiconductors

Evidence notes
  • The factory sits in the Yen Phong 2C Industrial Park.
  • Amkor described the site as a $1.6 billion facility for next-generation semiconductor packaging.
  • The campus was planned to support advanced SiP and memory production.
Date
Event type Facility Opening
Segment Semiconductors
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchCRP Technology

CRP Technology launches Windform TPU elastomer

Materials

· product launch · CRP Technology · Materials

Evidence notes
  • Windform TPU joined Windform RL as the range's second rubber-like material.
  • The grade targets parts including gimbal bellows, hoses, connectors and snap fits.
  • CRP identified low-temperature use and contact with oils, greases or solvents among its applications.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment Materials
Added to Korthos
PartnershipPudu Robotics

Pudu Robotics and SoftBank Robotics form strategic service-robot partnership

Service

· partnership · Pudu Robotics · Service

Evidence notes
  • The collaboration combines SoftBank Robotics’ expertise and presence in Japan with Pudu’s delivery- and cleaning-robot products and technology.
  • The companies positioned the partnership as a way to broaden commercial service-robot adoption while helping Japanese businesses address workforce constraints and improve operating efficiency.
  • Pudu described the announcement as part of its global expansion, while SoftBank Robotics framed the relationship around its role as a robot integrator and market partner.
Date
Event type Partnership
Segment Service
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchMGM COMPRO

MGM COMPRO introduces general-aviation electric propulsion unit

Propulsion Components

· product launch · MGM COMPRO · Propulsion Components

Evidence notes
  • The new project combined MGM COMPRO electric-propulsion capability into a unit for general-aviation aircraft.
  • The first presentation took place within the Czech National Exhibition at the Brno Exhibition Centre.
  • National and foreign government delegations viewed the propulsion project during the four-day fair.
Date
Company MGM COMPRO
Event type Product Launch
Segment Propulsion Components
Added to Korthos
Production MilestoneYuil Robotics / 유일로보틱스

Yuil Robotics plans Cheongna mass-production factory

Industrial

· production milestone · Yuil Robotics / 유일로보틱스 · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • The planned Cheongna facility is more than four times larger than the company existing Incheon factories combined.
  • The expansion targets heavy-duty articulated and orthogonal robot production.
  • The company framed the factory around Korea robotics-cluster development in Cheongna.
Date
Event type Production Milestone
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchDoosan Robotics

Doosan Robotics launches Dart Suite cobot software platform

Industrial

· product launch · Doosan Robotics · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • Dart Suite includes IDE, store, platform, forum, and developer services.
  • The platform supports collaborative robot application development and distribution.
  • Doosan positioned the suite as a way to reduce cobot application development time.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
FundingSaronic

Saronic raises $55M Series A for maritime autonomy manufacturing

Defense

· funding · Saronic · Defense

Evidence notes
  • The round was announced as capital to accelerate research and development and expand in-house manufacturing capacity for rapid vessel production.
  • Saronic said it was developing Spyglass and Cutlass as autonomous surface vessels for denied maritime environments with remotely updatable software and diverse payload support.
  • The company positioned the financing around scaling attritable maritime autonomy for U.S. and allied naval missions.
Date
Company Saronic
Event type Funding
Segment Defense
Added to Korthos
FundingNeura Robotics

Neura Robotics secures $16 million from InterAlpen Partners

Humanoid

· funding · Neura Robotics · Humanoid

Evidence notes
  • Neura Robotics secured a $16 million investment from InterAlpen Partners.
  • The company had previously completed a $55 million funding round less than three months earlier.
  • This funding was part of their efforts to expand operations.
Date
Event type Funding
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos
PartnershipShield AI

Shield AI unveils V-BAT autonomous teaming capability

Defense

· partnership · Shield AI · Defense

Evidence notes
  • It comes in the form of a modular Nvidia GPU upgrade running Hivemind, Shield AI’s AI pilot, which is loaded into the modular payload bay of the V-BAT.
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Date
Company Shield AI
Event type Partnership
Segment Defense
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchGreensea IQ

Greensea IQ launched EverClean IQ for collecting and using hull-service data

Maritime

· product launch · Greensea IQ · Maritime

Evidence notes
  • Bayonet , Corporate , Defense April 22, 2026 The Hull has Always been Vulnerable
  • Using multiple sensors and cameras the cutting-edge robot accumulates a wealth of valuable data on the ships while they are being serviced
  • Vessel owners and operators can join the EverClean fleet and step into an era of intelligent hull maintenance informed by EverClean IQ
Date
Company Greensea IQ
Event type Product Launch
Segment Maritime
Added to Korthos
PartnershipZF Friedrichshafen

ZF licenses autonomous-shuttle technology to Oceaneering

Automotive

· partnership · ZF Friedrichshafen · Automotive

Evidence notes
  • Oceaneering received rights to produce and distribute the GRT shuttle.
  • ZF agreed to provide software, engineering and integration services.
  • The agreement covered the third-generation autonomous shuttle platform.
Date
Event type Partnership
Segment Automotive
Added to Korthos
DemonstrationCOR-Platform

COR-Platform demonstrates remote robotics learning at RoboBoston STEM Day

Development Platform

· demonstration · COR-Platform · Development Platform

Evidence notes
  • COR-Platform facilitated a collaborative online robotics activity during RoboBoston 2023 STEM Day.
  • Students interacted with a virtual environment that combined physical robots with remote STEM and social-emotional-learning instruction.
  • The broader STEM Day program gave more than 200 students hands-on exposure to robot systems and demonstrations.
Date
Company COR-Platform
Event type Demonstration
Segment Development Platform
Added to Korthos
Research PublicationSenseGlove

Variable-grip VR study evaluates rotation control with SenseGlove DK1

Human Machine Interface

· research publication · SenseGlove · Human Machine Interface

Evidence notes
  • The paper studies the difficulty of controlling virtual object rotation with variable grip using force-feedback gloves.
  • The abstract states the prototype used the SenseGlove DK1 in a 21-participant user study.
Date
Company SenseGlove
Event type Research Publication
Segment Human Machine Interface
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchVectorNav Technologies

VectorNav launches VN-210-S and VN-310-S tactical GNSS/INS systems

Localization

· product launch · VectorNav Technologies · Localization

Evidence notes
  • VN-210-S combines a tactical-grade IMU with a triple-frequency 448-channel GNSS receiver.
  • VN-310-S adds dual GNSS receivers for GNSS-compassing and heading estimates in stationary or low-dynamic operation.
  • The systems target RF-congested and GNSS-contested use cases relevant to autonomous vehicles, aerospace, defense, marine, and robotics integrators.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment Localization
Added to Korthos
CapabilityCleanfix

Cleanfix highlights RA660 Navi sports-hall cleaning workflow

Service

· capability · Cleanfix · Service

Evidence notes
  • Cleanfix highlighted an RA660 Navi sports-hall cleaning workflow.
  • The robot cleaned a 1,481.99 square-meter area in 1 hour 10 minutes.
  • The use case describes scheduled daytime and overnight autonomous cleaning in a large indoor facility.
Date
Company Cleanfix
Event type Capability
Segment Service
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchAuterion

Auterion launches Skynode X autopilot and mission computer

Mission Software

· product launch · Auterion · Mission Software

Evidence notes
  • Auterion introduced Skynode X as a new evolution of its Skynode autopilot and mission-computer hardware.
  • The company said Skynode X was 30 percent thinner and 15 percent lighter than its predecessor.
  • The product integrated core onboard components into a compact unit for small and space-constrained autonomous vehicles.
Date
Company Auterion
Event type Product Launch
Segment Mission Software
Added to Korthos
AwardGolytec Automation

Chi Feng named a Shanghai Outstanding Engineer

Actuation

· award · Golytec Automation · Actuation

Evidence notes
  • Golytec announced Chi Feng selection as a 2023 Shanghai Outstanding Engineer on October 7, 2023.
  • The programme selected ten engineers after recommendation, qualification review and multiple assessment stages.
  • The company tied the recognition to Feng's work on difficult flexible-transport engineering problems and continued development of iTS magnetic-drive technology.
Date
Event type Award
Segment Actuation
Added to Korthos
DeploymentKitekraft

Kitekraft connects flying wind turbine demonstrator to public grid

Aerial

· deployment · Kitekraft · Aerial

Evidence notes
  • Bayernwerk Netz approved the connection after the system demonstrated compliance with applicable grid rules.
  • The initial connection provides 30 kW of approved capacity for autonomous flight tests and energy feed-in.
  • Gemeindewerke Oberhaching agreed to purchase electricity generated during the demonstrator flights.
Date
Company Kitekraft
Event type Deployment
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos
FundingNiryo

Niryo raises EUR10M financing package

Industrial

· funding · Niryo · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • The EUR6.4 million Series A was led by Bpifrance Digital Venture, Innovacom, IRD, Finorpa, NFA and Go Capital.
  • A further EUR3.6 million of loans from a banking pool brought the financing package to EUR10 million.
  • Niryo said the capital would support international expansion and development for additional collaborative-robot use cases.
Date
Company Niryo
Event type Funding
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
Executive HireAlquist

Alquist 3D appoints Patrick Callahan as Chief Executive Officer

Construction

· executive hire · Alquist · Construction

Evidence notes
  • Alquist 3D appointed Patrick Callahan as CEO, with founder Zachary Mannheimer transitioning to chairman of the board.
  • The leadership change was tied to the company's relocation to Greeley, Colorado, supported by a state and city incentive package.
  • Callahan was brought in to scale operations and expand deployment of 3D-printed housing and infrastructure.
Date
Company Alquist
Event type Executive Hire
Segment Construction
Added to Korthos
FundingMachina Labs

Machina Labs raises $32M Series B for robotic manufacturing

Manufacturing

· funding · Machina Labs · Manufacturing

Evidence notes
  • NVentures and Innovation Endeavors co-led the $32 million round.
  • Machina said the capital would support customer demand, research and continued product development.
  • The financing brought total disclosed funding to $45 million.
Date
Company Machina Labs
Event type Funding
Segment Manufacturing
Added to Korthos
Market SignalDoosan Robotics

Doosan Robotics lists on KOSPI after KRW 421.2 billion IPO

Industrial

· market signal · Doosan Robotics · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • Korea Exchange records Doosan Robotics’ new listing on October 5, 2023, with 64,819,980 shares outstanding after the transaction.
  • The IPO issued 16.2 million shares at KRW 26,000 per share and raised KRW 421.2 billion in gross public-market proceeds.
  • The offer price implied an approximately KRW 1.69 trillion equity value at listing; this is a public-market valuation, not a private round valuation.
Date
Event type Market Signal
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
FundingREGENT

REGENT raises $60 million Series A for full-scale seaglider program

Maritime

· funding · REGENT · Maritime

Evidence notes
  • REGENT said 8090 Industries and Founders Fund co-led the $60 million Series A, bringing total funding to $90 million.
  • The capital fully funded the full-scale prototype build and test program and supported planned crewed flight and certification work.
  • REGENT said it had an order book for more than 500 seagliders representing over $8 billion from airline and ferry customers.
Date
Company REGENT
Event type Funding
Segment Maritime
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchMecademic Industrial Robotics

Mecademic launches MicroDASH MCS500 micro-SCARA robot

Industrial

· product launch · Mecademic Industrial Robotics · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • The MicroDASH series began with first shipments of the MCS500 SCARA.
  • MCS500 targets small-component design, inspection, and assembly applications.
  • The robot offers 4-axis motion and 0.005 mm repeatability.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchFlyingBasket

FlyingBasket releases FB3 heavy-lift cargo drone

Aerial

· product launch · FlyingBasket · Aerial

Evidence notes
  • FB3 carries payloads up to 100 kilograms.
  • The aircraft offers box-compartment delivery and sling-rope transport for oversized cargo.
  • FlyingBasket positioned the drone for forests, wind parks, urban sites and other heavy-cargo environments.
Date
Company FlyingBasket
Event type Product Launch
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchRobostar

Robostar introduces 2024 A Series articulated robot

Industrial

· product launch · Robostar · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • Robostar introduced its 2024 A Series vertical articulated robot.
  • The new robot used a lightweight design and improved durability while reducing weight by 30 kg versus the prior model.
  • Robostar said repeatability improved by 33 percent and control updates reduced robot teaching time.
Date
Company Robostar
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
DeploymentZipline

Zipline expands national medical drone delivery networks across multiple countries

Delivery

· deployment · Zipline · Delivery

Evidence notes
  • Scales delivery of blood, vaccines, and medical supplies at national level
  • Operates high-frequency autonomous logistics in real-world conditions
  • Strengthens position as critical healthcare infrastructure provider
Date
Company Zipline
Event type Deployment
Segment Delivery
Added to Korthos
AwardKeenon Robotics

KEENON DINERBOT T8 wins Japan's 2023 Good Design Award

Service

· award · Keenon Robotics · Service

Evidence notes
  • KEENON Robotics said its DINERBOT T8 autonomous delivery robot received Japan’s 2023 Good Design Award.
  • The award citation highlighted the T8’s 38.4 cm body width, 300-degree tray access and suitability for narrow hospitality aisles.
  • The recognition applies to the DINERBOT T8 product, not KEENON Robotics as a company-wide innovation award.
Date
Event type Award
Segment Service
Added to Korthos
Production MilestoneExail

Underwater-equipment rental operators added Exail subsea systems to their rental fleets

Maritime

· production milestone · Exail · Maritime

Evidence notes
  • In 2022, Oceanscan, a rental marine equipment provider, acquired Exail’s Gaps M5 USBL positioning system, Octans Subsea and Octans Nano AHRS as well as Rovins and Phins Subsea INS
  • Exail achieved record rental growth in 2022–2023, securing global contracts and delivering dependable technology for diverse operational needs.
  • After a strong 2022 and a successful first semester in 2023, Exail has positioned itself to effectively address the needs of the rental market
Date
Company Exail
Event type Production Milestone
Segment Maritime
Added to Korthos
CapabilityUrban Machine

Urban Machine selects Zivid 3D camera for lumber robot

Industrial

· capability · Urban Machine · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • The Machine uses a Zivid 2 M70 industrial 3D camera.
  • The camera supplies point-cloud data used to locate nails, staples and screws.
  • Zivid reported throughput of up to 16,000 square feet of lumber per day.
Date
Event type Capability
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
Company FormationHanwha Robotics

Hanwha Robotics established as a dedicated robotics company

Industrial

· company formation · Hanwha Robotics · Industrial

Evidence notes
  • The legal entity was established on 4 October 2023.
  • The dedicated company separates the robot operation from other Hanwha technology businesses.
  • Its remit covers collaborative robots, mobile robots and automation services.
Date
Event type Company Formation
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos
Product LaunchSiLC Technologies

Four Eyeonic systems target ranges from 50 to 1,250 metres

Perception

· product launch · SiLC Technologies · Perception

Evidence notes
  • The configurations targeted operating ranges of 50, 150, 300 and more than 1,250 metres.
  • Each system combined range, velocity, reflectivity and polarization data for machine-vision workloads.
  • SiLC positioned the portfolio for robotics, industrial automation, mobility and security applications.
Date
Event type Product Launch
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos
AcquisitionFerRobotics

Bosch Power Tools plans minority acquisition of FerRobotics

End Effectors

· acquisition · FerRobotics · End Effectors

Evidence notes
  • Bosch Power Tools announced plans to acquire nearly 50 percent of FerRobotics, a provider of contact-sensitive robotic sanding and surface-finishing automation.
  • Bosch described FerRobotics as a leading provider in contact-sensitive automation.
  • The planned transaction focused on industrial robotic sanding and related finishing workflows.
Date
Company FerRobotics
Event type Acquisition
Segment End Effectors
Added to Korthos
RegulatoryAgEagle Aerial Systems

AgEagle eBee drones receive EASA C6 certificate for EU BVLOS operations

Aerial

· regulatory · AgEagle Aerial Systems · Aerial

Evidence notes
  • AgEagle said its eBee drones received EASA's C6 certificate for BVLOS flights in the European Union.
  • The company said eBee drones became the only professional drones with both C6 and C2 markings at the time.
  • The certification supports European operators seeking BVLOS authorizations for fixed-wing mapping and inspection missions.
Date
Event type Regulatory
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos