
The Robot Report Podcast · How Path Robotics uses AI to optimize robotic welding In Episode 252 of The Robot Report Podcast, we connect with Andy Lonsberry, co-founder and CEO of Path Robotics. He discusses the difficulties in setting up and using robots for welding applications. Path Robotics has applied AI to identify the path of a torch and then move the robot through the welding operation, using real-time vision guidance to maintain an optimal path. Andy Lonsberry, CEO of Path Robotics. As
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XTEND has developed systems to improve drone autonomy in challenging environments. Source: XTEND XTEND Reality Inc. provides software and AI-powered robots for situations that are hazardous for humans. The company, which plans to merge with JFB Construction Holdings, last week secured a U.S. patent for technology that enables drones to autonomously navigate toward mission objectives. U.S. Patent No. 12,222,735, with corresponding patent protection also granted in Israel, covers technology that e

Dr. Robert Ang, the study’s principal investigator, performing a post-op patient exam. | Source: ForSight Robotics Cataracts are currently the world’s leading cause of blindness, and the only way to treat them is with surgery. However, there is a shortage of trained surgeons who can tackle these difficult procedures. ForSight Robotics said robotics and artificial intelligence can ease this burden and make cataract surgeries more accessible. “When I was starting to do ophthalmic surg

RoboBusiness 2026, which takes place October 20-21 in Santa Clara, Calif., has opened its call for startups. The event is looking for robotics startups to take part in its startup alley. Selected startups will get a free 10×10 booth on the RoboBusiness show floor. The deadline for submissions is August 12, 2026. We’re looking for robotics startups that are creating an interesting full system, component, or software system to show off their work at the show. The startups will ha
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