ABB Robotics, Jacobi Robotics collab for AI-powered mixed-case palletizing
Michael Ouellette June 28, 2026
No need for upstream sequencing infrastructure, facility redesign, or custom engineering.
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ABB acquires Sevensense, expanding leadership in AI-enabled mobile robotics
Mike Santora May 29, 2026
ABB has announced that it has acquired Swiss start-up Sevensense, a provider of AI-enabled 3D vision navigation technology for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). Sevensense was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from Swiss Technical University, ETH Zurich.
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Hannover Messe’s sharp new focus is all about AI
Paul Heney May 28, 2026
The Hannover Messe Preview took place on February 25, 2026, in Hannover, Germany. Roughly 100 journalists from across Europe and around the world were in attendance for the event.
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What kinds of PAI dev kits are available for humanoid robotics?
Jeff Shepard June 17, 2026
Physical artificial intelligence (PAI) development kits for humanoid robotics range from high-end, industrial-grade platforms to prosumer and educational, modular do-it-yourself (DIY) kits, Raspberry Pi-based options, and more. Some kits are suited for specific functions like walking and navigation, using AI to understand natural language, sensor fusion, power conversion, and motion control, and handling objects in […]
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What are the applications of physical artificial intelligence?
Jeff Shepard May 12, 2026
Physical artificial intelligence (PAI) enables machines to perceive, reason, and act within the real world, bridging the gap between digital AI (DAI), sometimes called virtual AI, and physical action. PAI often leverages spatial artificial intelligence (SAI) technology. PAI applications span numerous industries, from basic automation to autonomous vehicles and complex surgical procedures. PAI applications represent […]
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Accelerating edge AI, for the robot’s sake
Paul Heney June 28, 2026
At the recent Advantech Edge AI Conference in Taipei, attendees heard about plenty of positive trends for the future. Miller Chang, President of Embedded Sector, Advantech, noted that the Global EdgeAI market is estimated to grow to an incredible $196.6 billion for 2034. Hardware will lead there with AI accelerators, and software and services will…
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Assistive robotics and AI: How ATDev is transforming mobility and independence
Mike Santora May 28, 2026
As advances in AI and robotics accelerate, the conversation around independence is being fundamentally reshaped. What does it truly mean to live autonomously in 2026, and how can technology support that vision without replacing the human experience? In this interview, ATDev’s Todd Roberts and Owen Kent explore a new paradigm: one where assistive devices don’t take over, but instead collaborate with users to enhance everyday life.
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Designing Beyond AI: ATDev’s human-centered solution for flying in a power wheelchair
Mike Santora May 28, 2026
Engineers often rely on AI and advanced tools to solve complex problems, but some challenges still demand lived experience and hands-on design. In this transcript from a recent Mind Over Machine Q&A interview, Design World managing editor Mike Santora talks with Todd Roberts and Owen Kent of medical technology startup ATDev, a company focused on assistive solutions born out of real-world needs. The conversation centers on the gap between what AI can optimize on a screen and what people with disabilities actually face in everyday life, especially when traveling.
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“Solve the hardest problem first,” Alex Lidow on winning the GaN race
Emma Lutjen May 5, 2026
At APEC 2026, EPC CEO Alex Lidow spoke with EEWorld Director Aimee Kalnoskas and Power Electronics Author Jeff Shepard for a conversation that goes far beyond GaN hype. From pioneering GaN adoption in AI server boards and scaling “apex” applications like humanoid robotics, to navigating fierce competition, IP battles, and shifting US innovation policy, Lidow […]
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