Fujitsu, Carnegie Mellon partner in launching new physical AI research centre
Fujitsu and Carnegie Mellon University have jointly established a collaborative facility that will serve as a global research hub for developing and implementing physical AI technologies across various industries.
Cognex introduces NVIDIA-powered vision controller for advanced manufacturing inspection
Cognex Corporation has launched the In-Sight® 6900 Vision Controller, a new system aimed at expanding the use of artificial intelligence in manufacturing inspection and automation.Â
GBP K.K. to establish renewable energy manufacturing hub in Japan
GBP K.K. has announced plans to establish a domestic manufacturing and product development facility in Yamaguchi City, Japan, aimed at expanding its capacity for renewable energy components and responding to evolving regulatory requirements.
Chinese tech giants to deploy new robot for household chores
X Square Robot, a technology company backed by industry giants Alibaba, ByteDance, Xiaomi, and Meituan, has introduced a new embodied AI foundation model designed for domestic use.
China’s Zoomlion debuts new robot operating system at Hannover Messe 2026
Chinese machinery manufacturer Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology has introduced its new embodied intelligence operating system, Robot Ops, at Hannover Messe 2026 in Germany.
Manufacturing partnership targets next-generation oil-free motor systems
A manufacturing-focused partnership between WEG S.A. and SpinDrive aims to deliver a new generation of oil-free electric motor systems integrating active magnetic bearing technology for industrial applications.
Hyundai and TVS join forces to develop electric three-wheelers in India
South Korean automotive giant Hyundai Motor Company and India’s TVS Motor Company have signed a partnership agreement to jointly develop and market electric three-wheelers (E3W) in India, with potential expansion to other markets.
Bosch to keep tech investment high amid job reductions
Global technology giant Bosch said it is banking on its innovative capabilities to drive growth in 2026 amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and trade barriers.
TCL unveils AI-powered manufacturing facility in China
Global tech manufacturer TCL has opened a new air conditioner smart factory in Guangzhou, China, as the company celebrates its 100 millionth unit milestone.
Manufacturing-led AM market reaches $16B in 2025 – report
Manufacturing activity within the additive manufacturing (AM) sector continued to expand in 2025, with the global 3D printing and AM market reaching $16.0 billion, according to Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research), which said the industry is showing signs of renewed growth momentum across key manufacturing segments.
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