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2019-04-18 · partnership · uAvionix Avionics
Evidence notes Integration added uAvionix custom ADS-B silicon for 1090-MHz ADS-B reception. The carrier board targeted detect-and-avoid functionality for UAS operations. CubePilot retained support for PingRX, Ping2020i and Ping1090i products. Date 2019-04-18
Event type Partnership
Segment Avionics
Added to Korthos 2026-06-12
2019-04-17 · deployment · NASA Ames Research Center Space
Evidence notes NASA describes Astrobee as a free-flying robotic system designed to help astronauts inside the International Space Station. The system was developed at NASA Ames Research Center. The event anchors NASA Ames in space robotics through an operational free-flying robot program. Date 2019-04-17
Event type Deployment
Segment Space
Added to Korthos 2026-05-24
2019-04-17 · funding · Shadow Robot End Effectors
Evidence notes Innovate UK awarded Shadow Robot a GBP 650k innovation loan for remote-touch teleoperation technology. The announcement centered on the Shadow Dexterous Hand, tactile fingertip sensing and haptic feedback for remote operation over long distances. Shadow positioned the work for hazardous or controlled environments including nuclear decommissioning, bomb disposal, space exploration and pharma labs. Date 2019-04-17
Event type Funding
Segment End Effectors
Added to Korthos 2026-05-20
2019-04-16 · partnership · Shuanghuan Driveline Motion Components
Evidence notes Shuanghuan and KAPP held a commemorative signing for the hundredth KAPP machine delivered to the gear manufacturer. The KX 260 Twin order extended a relationship that began with Shuanghuan's first KAPP equipment purchase in 2007. The installed fleet included worm-wheel and profile-grinding systems used to support high-precision gear production. Date 2019-04-16
Event type Partnership
Segment Motion Components
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2019-04-16 Product Launch Nidec Actuation 2019-04-16 · product launch · Nidec Actuation
Evidence notes Nidec launched its E-Axle system integrating motor, inverter and gearbox into a single traction unit. The system is designed for mass-production EV platforms and scalable manufacturing. The launch shows Nidec's integrated motor and drive capability in high-volume electric mobility applications adjacent to robotics actuation. Date 2019-04-16
Event type Product Launch
Segment Actuation
Added to Korthos 2026-04-28
2019-04-14 · capability · Pose Automation GmbH
Evidence notes The robot cell uses an Ensenso N35 3D camera with GigE and Power over Ethernet. The camera supplies point clouds for catheter pose calculation and robot gripping. The system handles multiple catheter designs and feeds a packaging machine. Date 2019-04-14
Event type Capability
Added to Korthos 2026-08-09
2019-04-09 Partnership NUTAI Industrial 2019-04-09 · partnership · NUTAI Industrial
Evidence notes Universal Robots presented the certification plaque on Advanced Factories 2019 opening day. The credential placed NUTAI within the manufacturer recognized network of qualified cobot integrators. NUTAI cited more than twenty-four years of industrial automation integration experience. Date 2019-04-09
Event type Partnership
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-19
2019-04-08 · demonstration · KC Robotics Industrial
Evidence notes The live system combined KC Robotics integration with 3M abrasive-process expertise and PushCorp force-control equipment. The demonstration covered robotic grinding, polishing, deburring and related material-removal processes. KC Robotics presented the system separately from its Redline EZ-Load machine-tending launch at the same show. Date 2019-04-08
Event type Demonstration
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-19
2019-04-08 · product launch · KC Robotics Industrial
Evidence notes Redline EZ-Load combines KC Robotics software and integration with Yaskawa collaborative-robot technology. The compact system targets manufacturers seeking a simpler and more economical response to skilled-worker shortages. KC Robotics introduced the system at booth 7711 during Automate 2019 in Chicago. Date 2019-04-08
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-19
2019-04-08 · product launch · TM Robotics Industrial
Evidence notes The THE600 extended Shibaura Machines THE range for high-speed assembly and material-handling tasks. TM Robotics said THE models delivered twice the speed and 60% more payload than competing SCARAs in the same price range. The booth also demonstrated other SCARA and six-axis robots plus the TSAssist programming tool. Date 2019-04-08
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-16
2019-04-08 · product launch · Productive Robotics Industrial
Evidence notes The Max 8 combined an 8 kg payload with 1,700 mm reach. The Max 12 provided a 12 kg payload and 1,300 mm reach. OB Vision let operators show the cobot an object and automatically learn how to recognize and pick it. Date 2019-04-08
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-16
2019-04-08 · capability · Green Hills Software Development Platform
Evidence notes ROS developers could build on Linux and deploy applications to the INTEGRITY RTOS for functional-safety requirements. The release connected Green Hills development tools and operating-system technology with the ROS software framework. The capability targeted industrial-robot and autonomous-vehicle manufacturers building safety-certified systems. Date 2019-04-08
Event type Capability
Segment Development Platform
Added to Korthos 2026-07-15
2019-04-08 · partnership · SMC Corporation End Effectors
Evidence notes Universal Robots said SMC’s grippers were developed and certified to work with UR cobots. The announcement named the MHM Series Magnetic Gripper as a UR+ certified product. The gripper was demonstrated at Automate 2019 in Chicago. Date 2019-04-08
Event type Partnership
Segment End Effectors
Added to Korthos 2026-06-13
2019-04-08 Product Launch ROEQ Subsystems 2019-04-08 · product launch · ROEQ Subsystems
Evidence notes The TR500 was built to automate loading and unloading for the MiR500 AMR. ROEQ said the top roller integrated into MiR’s user interface for control of pick-up and delivery workflows. The launch targeted material-handling users in manufacturing, distribution and internal logistics. Date 2019-04-08
Event type Product Launch
Segment Subsystems
Added to Korthos 2026-06-13
2019-04-08 · capability · BasicMicro Actuation
Evidence notes BasicMicro says RoboClaw supports a variety of robotics projects. The guide describes motor terminals for two motor channels. Encoder and input headers support closed-loop motor-control workflows. Date 2019-04-08
Event type Capability
Segment Actuation
Added to Korthos 2026-06-13
2019-04-05 · facility opening · Lika Electronic Motion Components
Evidence notes Lika announced the research and development facility on April 5, 2019. The company reported more than 300 custom products in production and said customized work generated 44% of annual turnover. Lika Lab supports demanding robotics, space, medical and industrial measurement projects. Date 2019-04-05
Event type Facility Opening
Segment Motion Components
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2019-04-04 · deployment · JettyRobot Inspection
Evidence notes Saipem contracted JettyRobot to clean four pipelines at the South Stream WP5.1 landfall facility. The JettyRobot team developed project-specific technology for the pre-commissioning work and completed the cleaning and inspection assignment. The deployment kept personnel out of the pipeline while applying robotic cleaning and inspection methods before the infrastructure entered service. Date 2019-04-04
Event type Deployment
Segment Inspection
Added to Korthos 2026-07-15
2019-04-02 · acquisition · Kinema Systems Perception
Evidence notes Boston Dynamics acquired Kinema Systems, a Menlo Park company whose Pick technology used vision sensors and deep learning to locate and move boxes on complex pallets. Boston Dynamics said the acquisition would strengthen its logistics products and team, linking Kinema's pallet-picking stack to its commercial warehouse robotics push. The deal was the clearest ownership event in Kinema's surfaced record and directly matches the existing Boston Dynamics acquisition relationship. Date 2019-04-02
Event type Acquisition
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos 2026-04-05
2019-04-02 · acquisition · Boston Dynamics Humanoid
Evidence notes Boston Dynamics acquired Kinema Systems, a Bay Area company developing deep-learning 3D vision for robotic pick-and-place logistics. Kinema Pick was rebranded as the Boston Dynamics Pick System, which the company said it would continue selling and supporting. Boston Dynamics initially planned to use Kinema technology with Handle as it expanded from research robots into warehouse logistics. Date 2019-04-02
Event type Acquisition
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos 2026-03-02
2019-03-28 · product launch · Brenton Engineering Manufacturing
Evidence notes The range launched with four configurations, including two with automated pallet handling modules. Depending on configuration, the cells occupy 200 to 350 square feet and are rated for up to 14 cases per minute. Brenton said the modular cells could be delivered in as little as 10 weeks and installed within hours. Date 2019-03-28
Event type Product Launch
Segment Manufacturing
Added to Korthos 2026-07-15
2019-03-27 Funding iXs Inspection 2019-03-27 · funding · iXs Inspection
Evidence notes INCJ, Mitsubishi Corporation, Yokohama Capital, Sony Innovation Fund and KSP No. 5 Investment participated. The round supported growth capital for new inspection-robot and data-service business development. iXs was already focused on maintenance inspection for social and industrial infrastructure. Date 2019-03-27
Event type Funding
Segment Inspection
Added to Korthos 2026-08-06
2019-03-27 · deployment · Schaeffler AG Actuation
Evidence notes KUKA robotic systems deployed within Schaeffler production lines for automated manufacturing tasks. Systems used to support precision component manufacturing and logistics automation. Integration forms part of Schaeffler's broader Industry 4.0 smart factory initiative. Date 2019-03-27
Event type Deployment
Segment Actuation
Added to Korthos 2026-03-04
2019-03-21 · funding · Avidbots Service
Evidence notes Returning investors included GGV Capital, SOSV, Real Ventures and 500 Startups Canada. New investors included Next47, BDC Capital and Kensington Capital Partners. Avidbots said the round brought total venture capital financing to USD 36 million. Date 2019-03-21
Event type Funding
Segment Service
Added to Korthos 2026-07-23
2019-03-21 · company formation · Dexai Robotics Service
Evidence notes Draper provided capital to build the Dexai team and accelerate development and initial customer shipments. The spinout named David M. S. Johnson as chief executive after he led development of the underlying robotic system. Dexai introduced Alfred as a collaborative robotic sous-chef designed to work in existing kitchen layouts. Date 2019-03-21
Event type Company Formation
Segment Service
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2019-03-19 Product Launch RFDesign Communications 2019-03-19 · product launch · RFDesign Communications
Evidence notes The modem family supports 902-928 MHz or 865-870 MHz operation depending on model. The datasheet covers compact long-range data communication. The radios are documented for UAV and remote-system telemetry use cases. Date 2019-03-19
Event type Product Launch
Segment Communications
Added to Korthos 2026-06-18
2019-03-18 · contract award · Saber Astronautics Mission Software
Evidence notes The programme followed a completed Small Business Innovation Research Phase I effort. The work advanced predictive diagnostics and operator support for space missions. PIGI provided the mission-control software foundation. Date 2019-03-18
Event type Contract Award
Segment Mission Software
Added to Korthos 2026-07-20
2019-03-18 Product Launch Auvidea Electronics 2019-03-18 · product launch · Auvidea Electronics
Evidence notes The board combined Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0, HDMI, DisplayPort and NVMe storage in a compact carrier design. It supported up to four CSI-2 cameras, a 9-axis IMU and 12-to-48-volt input with options for PoE cameras and graceful shutdown. Target workloads included deep learning, stereo vision, object tracking, video processing and UAV flight control. Date 2019-03-18
Event type Product Launch
Segment Electronics
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2019-03-18 Product Launch Antmicro Development Platform 2019-03-18 · product launch · Antmicro Development Platform
Evidence notes Antmicro introduced the baseboard on March 18, 2019, alongside NVIDIA's debut of the Jetson Nano at GTC Silicon Valley. The design provided an open and customizable carrier platform for the compact edge-AI module. Antmicro positioned the board for embedded analytics applications including home robots, intelligent gateways and low-cost video recorders. Date 2019-03-18
Event type Product Launch
Segment Development Platform
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2019-03-13 · award · Shuanghuan Driveline Motion Components
Evidence notes The recognised SHPR-20E is a high-precision reducer developed for industrial robot joints. Shuanghuan said it had completed E- and C-series RV reducer development and was supplying multiple domestic robot manufacturers. The award followed earlier national R&D and intelligent-manufacturing projects focused on localising precision robot reducers. Date 2019-03-13
Event type Award
Segment Motion Components
Added to Korthos 2026-07-16
2019-03-10 · product launch · AUBO Robotics Industrial
Evidence notes AUBO published a March 2019 launch item for its explosion-proof collaborative robot. The launch extended AUBO's cobot line into harsher industrial environments. AUBO framed the item as a global first launch for the product. Date 2019-03-10
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-06-13
2019-03-06 · market signal · Nord Modules Subsystems
Evidence notes The product line includes Top Mover modules for MiR100 and MiR200 robots. Gate modules connect mobile robots with production lines, storage systems and conveyors. Nord Modules planned to show the products at Automate 2019 in Chicago. Date 2019-03-06
Event type Market Signal
Segment Subsystems
Added to Korthos 2026-06-17
2019-03-05 · deployment · AB Dynamics Automotive
Evidence notes AB Dynamics delivered its 1,000th robot system to the American Center for Mobility in Willow Run, Michigan. The ACM purchase included a Guided Soft Target platform and a driving robot system. The delivery added AB Dynamics equipment to a U.S. autonomous and connected vehicle test center. Date 2019-03-05
Event type Deployment
Segment Automotive
Added to Korthos 2026-07-05
2019-03-01 · funding · Chuhang Tech Perception
Evidence notes Chuhang records a March 2019 investment from Qiming Venture Partners and Lanpu Capital Management. The company did not disclose the financing amount or formal round label on its timeline. The capital supported product development and the build-out of radar research and manufacturing operations. Date 2019-03-01
Event type Funding
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2019-03-01 · funding · RealMan Intelligent Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd. Development Platform
Evidence notes RealMan Robotics completed an angel round in March 2019. Kunwan Ventures (坤万创投) was identified as the investor in the round. Date 2019-03-01
Event type Funding
Segment Development Platform
Added to Korthos 2026-03-08
2019-02-28 · demonstration · Redwing Labs Aerial
Evidence notes The demonstration was documented on 28 February 2019. The programme tested rapid team deployment and the process for securing local flight permissions. The project involved the CDC, WeRobotics, the Gates Foundation, Soli Consulting and Papua New Guinea’s civil-aviation authority. Date 2019-02-28
Event type Demonstration
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-29
2019-02-28 Product Launch CloudMinds Development Platform 2019-02-28 · product launch · CloudMinds Development Platform
Evidence notes XR-1 combined Smart Compliant Actuators with the HARIX cloud platform for perception, language, motion control and grasping. The robot served beverages and coffee using flexible arms that detected and responded to contact forces. A precision demonstration coordinated 14 actuators to guide thread repeatedly through the eye of a needle. Date 2019-02-28
Event type Product Launch
Segment Development Platform
Added to Korthos 2026-04-05
2019-02-26 · funding · Horizon Robotics AI Compute
Evidence notes Series B: USD 600,000,000. SK China, SK Hynix and automotive OEMs led or co-led the financing. Horizon Robotics completed a $600 million Series B at a $3 billion post-money valuation to expand its edge-AI processors for autonomous driving and AIoT. Date 2019-02-26
Event type Funding
Segment AI Compute
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2019-02-26 · facility opening · Shuanghuan Driveline Motion Components
Evidence notes The Shuanghuan Industrial Park formally opened for the company's Zhejiang business unit in Shamen. The site brought four Zhejiang subsidiaries together within one operating campus. The consolidation created a shared base for the group's regional manufacturing organization. Date 2019-02-26
Event type Facility Opening
Segment Motion Components
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2019-02-26 Deployment Exyn Aerial 2019-02-26 · deployment · Exyn Aerial
Evidence notes Dundee Precious Metals selected Exyn to support digitisation and automation at its underground gold-mining operations. A3R operates without a human pilot, prior map, persistent communications or GPS. The deployment was intended to improve map frequency and quality while reducing personnel exposure underground. Date 2019-02-26
Event type Deployment
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos 2026-03-21
2019-02-24 Product Launch Qualcomm AI Compute 2019-02-24 · product launch · Qualcomm AI Compute
Evidence notes Qualcomm launched the Robotics RB3 Platform, its first integrated platform designed specifically for robotics. The platform combined edge AI, computer vision, sensor processing, LTE connectivity, ROS support and robotics development hardware. The launch marked Qualcomm's early move from mobile chips into dedicated robotics development platforms. Date 2019-02-24
Event type Product Launch
Segment AI Compute
Added to Korthos 2026-04-28
2019-02-23 Product Launch GIGAGER Motion Components 2019-02-23 · product launch · GIGAGER Motion Components
Evidence notes GIGAGER presented its hypoid rotary-table solution on February 23, 2019. The range combined up to 30-arc-second transmission precision, high torque and claimed efficiency up to 96 percent. Four frame sizes supported horizontal, suspended and side-mounted use in automated production lines. Date 2019-02-23
Event type Product Launch
Segment Motion Components
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2019-02-22 · demonstration · Autonomous Flight Aerial
Evidence notes The development prototype powered its fans and rotated the front rotor shrouds to demonstrate the planned transition mechanism on the ground. The full-scale airframe represented the two-seat Y6S configuration while the company prepared financing for a flyable prototype. The demonstrator translated the Y6S tiltrotor layout into a full-scale physical airframe. Date 2019-02-22
Event type Demonstration
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2019-02-19 · product launch · Israel Aerospace Industries Defense
Evidence notes IAI unveiled Mini Harpy, a tactical loitering munition combining electro-optical and anti-radiation seeker capability. The system is part of IAI's loitering-munition portfolio for detecting, tracking, and striking targets. The launch expands IAI's unmanned aerial weapons portfolio below larger long-range systems such as Harop. Date 2019-02-19
Event type Product Launch
Segment Defense
Added to Korthos 2026-05-07
2019-02-19 · product launch · Agility Robotics Humanoid
Evidence notes Agility Robotics unveiled Digit, a bipedal robot with arms, sensors, and computing power, on February 19, 2019. The company announced that pricing would be revealed mid-year, with deliveries beginning in Q1 2020. Digit can pick up and stack boxes weighing up to 40 lb (18 kg). Date 2019-02-19
Event type Product Launch
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos 2026-02-25
2019-02-13 · acquisition · Auris Health Surgical
Evidence notes The transaction brought the Monarch robotic endoscopy platform into Johnson & Johnson. The upfront consideration was approximately $3.4 billion in cash. Potential milestone payments could add up to $2.35 billion. Date 2019-02-13
Event type Acquisition
Segment Surgical
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2019-02-12 · partnership · LiDARUSA Perception
Evidence notes LiDARUSA offered Correlator3D as complementary processing software for Phase One metric-camera configurations. The combined workflow supports rapid processing of directly georeferenced medium-format aerial imagery. The alliance expanded SimActive sales coverage through LiDARUSA surveying and mapping expertise. Date 2019-02-12
Event type Partnership
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos 2026-07-19
2019-02-11 Funding Nuro Automotive 2019-02-11 · funding · Nuro Automotive
Evidence notes The financing brought announced capital raised by Nuro to more than $1 billion at the time. The capital was allocated to service expansion, fleet growth and team development. The company noted that closing remained subject to customary conditions. Date 2019-02-11
Event type Funding
Segment Automotive
Added to Korthos 2026-08-08
2019-02-08 · product launch · Andrew Alliance Lab Automation
Evidence notes Pipette+ connected Sartorius electronic pipettes to Andrew Alliance software for guided manual liquid handling. The system was designed to record pipetting steps and improve experimental traceability and repeatability. The companies brought the system to market through a collaboration between Andrew Alliance laboratory automation and Sartorius life-science instrumentation. Date 2019-02-08
Event type Product Launch
Segment Lab Automation
Added to Korthos 2026-07-15
2019-02-08 Funding 3DEO Manufacturing 2019-02-08 · funding · 3DEO Manufacturing
Evidence notes The financing supported 3DEO scalable metal additive manufacturing work. The company manufactures parts using its own metal 3D-printing process. Date 2019-02-08
Event type Funding
Segment Manufacturing
Added to Korthos 2026-07-05
2019-02-07 Market Signal ABB Industrial 2019-02-07 · market signal · ABB Industrial
Evidence notes ABB's full-year 2018 orders reached approximately 28.590 billion USD, marking an 8% increase. Revenues for ABB in 2018 totaled about 27.662 billion USD, with a 10.9% operational EBITA margin. ABB is a global leader in industrial automation and robotics, with one of the largest installed bases of industrial robots worldwide. Date 2019-02-07
Event type Market Signal
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-02-14
2019-02-05 Partnership Aerion Inspection 2019-02-05 · partnership · Aerion Inspection
Evidence notes Boeing announced the Aerion partnership on February 5, 2019. The agreement included Boeing financial, engineering, manufacturing, and flight-test resources. Aerion positioned the AS2 as a Mach 1.4 supersonic business jet slated for first flight in 2023. Date 2019-02-05
Event type Partnership
Segment Inspection
Added to Korthos 2026-06-18
2019-02-05 Contract Award QinetiQ Defense 2019-02-05 · contract award · QinetiQ Defense
Evidence notes QinetiQ North America received a $90 million IDIQ contract to support sustainment of the TALON family of robotic systems for the U.S. Army. The release said more than 4,000 TALON robots were deployed worldwide by the U.S. and allied users. The contract reinforces TALON's role in fielded explosive-ordnance-disposal and counter-IED ground robot operations. Date 2019-02-05
Event type Contract Award
Segment Defense
Added to Korthos 2026-05-24
2019-02-03 · market signal · Hanson Robotics Humanoid
Evidence notes Hanson Robotics launched a Kickstarter campaign for Little Sophia, a 14-inch educational robot. The campaign surpassed its $75,000 goal within five days, reaching over $105,000 in pledges. By the end of the campaign, it raised $269,604 from 1,687 backers. Date 2019-02-03
Event type Market Signal
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos 2026-03-04
2019-01-30 · product launch · Hanson Robotics Humanoid
Evidence notes Hanson Robotics launched a Kickstarter campaign for Little Sophia, a 14-inch robot companion. Little Sophia can walk, talk, sing, play games, and tell jokes. The campaign aimed to raise $75,000 with an estimated delivery date in December 2019. Date 2019-01-30
Event type Product Launch
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos 2026-03-04
2019-01-28 · deployment · SMP Robotics Service
Evidence notes The deployment used three S5.2 robots equipped with intelligent video surveillance and multi-robot interaction. When one robot left its route to charge or stopped to observe a person, another robot took over the uncovered patrol segment. SMP specified three robots and one automatic charging station as the minimum group-patrol configuration at the time. Date 2019-01-28
Event type Deployment
Segment Service
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2019-01-25 · product launch · VersaBuilt Industrial
Evidence notes The URCap lets a Universal Robots cobot execute machining programs stored on a Haas CNC through the cobot teach pendant. The announcement also described VersaBuilt’s MultiGrip workholding system entering the UR+ pipeline. Date 2019-01-25
Event type Product Launch
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-04
2019-01-25 · executive hire · Hanson Robotics Humanoid
Evidence notes Hanson Robotics appointed Jeanne Lim as Chief Executive Officer, effective February 1, 2019. Lim previously served as the company's Chief Marketing Officer and co-character lead for Sophia the Robot. Founder David Hanson transitioned to roles as Chairman, Chief Creative Officer, and acting CTO. Date 2019-01-25
Event type Executive Hire
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos 2026-03-04
2019-01-24 Research Publication ANYbotics Inspection 2019-01-24 · research publication · ANYbotics Inspection
Evidence notes The paper trains a neural-network locomotion controller in simulation and deploys it on the ANYmal quadruped. It reports dynamic motor skills such as fast locomotion, fall recovery, and robustness to pushes, slopes, and uneven terrain. This is a landmark ANYmal result because it helped establish sim-to-real reinforcement learning as a practical route for legged-robot control. Date 2019-01-24
Event type Research Publication
Segment Inspection
Added to Korthos 2026-05-20
2019-01-23 · funding · Allvision IO Localization
Evidence notes Lavrock Ventures joined The Robotics Hub, IDEA Fund Partners and Sands Capital Ventures in the round. The company focused on infrastructure, mobility and transportation analytics from spatial data. The capital supports inspection, monitoring or infrastructure automation workflows as Allvision moves from product development toward broader commercial use. Date 2019-01-23
Event type Funding
Segment Localization
Added to Korthos 2026-07-05
2019-01-22 · commercial order · INGENERSUN Industrial
Evidence notes The project connected Faurecia seat production to Mercedes transport operations. Its scope combined AGVs, robotic feeding and fully automated material handling. The installation began a new commercial relationship with Faurecia's Vitoria operation. Date 2019-01-22
Event type Commercial Order
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2019-01-18 · product launch · Lika Electronic Motion Components
Evidence notes Lika published its robotics kit-encoder launch on January 18, 2019. The modular optical and magnetic designs integrate directly into constrained motor and joint assemblies. The portfolio targets position and speed feedback where size, accuracy and mechanical integration are critical. Date 2019-01-18
Event type Product Launch
Segment Motion Components
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2019-01-17 · regulatory · Azur Drones Aerial
Evidence notes The approval covered Skeyetech autonomous drone flights from a docking station. Azur Drones positioned Skeyetech for 24/7 security and crisis-response patrols. Date 2019-01-17
Event type Regulatory
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-05
2019-01-11 · product launch · Notilo Plus Maritime
Evidence notes Notilo Plus announced the global commercial launch of iBubble, an autonomous and fully wireless underwater drone. The underwater drone was designed to follow divers and capture underwater video autonomously. The launch positioned Notilo Plus around autonomous underwater exploration and imaging systems. Date 2019-01-11
Event type Product Launch
Segment Maritime
Added to Korthos 2026-07-05
2019-01-10 · product launch · Tersus GNSS Localization
Evidence notes GeoCaster implements the NTRIP protocol and supports multiple online bases with multiple rovers assigned to each base. The software provides real-time operating statistics and user-defined permission controls for correction-network operators. Tersus identified automated vehicles, UAVs, machine control and robotics among the intended application areas. Date 2019-01-10
Event type Product Launch
Segment Localization
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2019-01-10 Partnership BALYO Warehouse Logistics 2019-01-10 · partnership · BALYO Warehouse Logistics
Evidence notes Balyo said Amazon warrants would vest based on purchases of Balyo-enabled products. The agreement referenced potential orders up to EUR 300 million. The warrant structure could let Amazon subscribe for up to 29 percent of Balyo's capital. Date 2019-01-10
Event type Partnership
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos 2026-06-18
2019-01-08 · award · Shuanghuan Driveline Motion Components
Evidence notes The project covered key technologies and equipment for precision CNC machining of complex modified gears. Shuanghuan contributed research on complex-surface modification, manufacturing-process control and specialized assembly applications. The resulting methods supported higher-performance, low-noise precision gears and domestic high-end gear production. Date 2019-01-08
Event type Award
Segment Motion Components
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2019-01-08 Partnership Cognata Simulation 2019-01-08 · partnership · Cognata Simulation
Evidence notes The companies said Cognata’s Autonomous Vehicle Simulation Suite would be integrated into Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform. The partnership was aimed at autonomous-vehicle makers designing, testing and validating autonomous mobility experiences in virtual worlds. Cognata said earlier simulation helps engineers test components against edge cases before vehicle deployment. Date 2019-01-08
Event type Partnership
Segment Simulation
Added to Korthos 2026-07-14
2019-01-01 Research Publication ABB Industrial 2019-01-01 · research publication · ABB Industrial
Evidence notes The IFAC paper models workspace and kinematics for the ABB YuMi 14000 collaborative robot. The study’s named evaluation platform is YuMi (IRB 14000 Dual-arm) from ABB. Date 2019-01-01
Event type Research Publication
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-06-27
2019-01-01 Company Formation Herewin Power Systems 2019-01-01 · company formation · Herewin Power Systems
Evidence notes Herewin's operating entity was founded in Shenzhen in 2019. Herewin supplies lithium battery packs and power products used in UAV, RC and industrial applications. The founding milestone anchors Herewin in the drone-power supplier layer. Date 2019-01-01
Event type Company Formation
Segment Power Systems
Added to Korthos 2026-06-12
2019-01-01 Partnership CUAV Avionics 2019-01-01 · partnership · CUAV Avionics
Evidence notes Andrew Tridgell was identified by CUAV as both ArduPilot Foundation chair and a core ArduPilot developer. CUAV also attended the PX4 International Developer Conference in Switzerland in 2019. The company says it shares unmanned-systems hardware work through the ArduPilot and PX4 open-source communities. Date 2019-01-01
Event type Partnership
Segment Avionics
Added to Korthos 2026-06-12
2018-12-19 · funding · Elementary Vision
Evidence notes Seed: USD 3,600,000. Fika Ventures and Fathom Capital led or provided the financing. Elementary Robotics raised $3.6 million in seed financing to develop intelligent robotic assistants for industrial work. Date 2018-12-19
Event type Funding
Segment Vision
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2018-12-18 · product launch · GROOVE X Service
Evidence notes GROOVE X announced LOVOT on December 18, 2018 after more than three years of development. The robot combines body-wide touch sensing, expressive eye displays and the company's Emotional Robotics technology. Web reservations opened at launch, with first shipments then planned for late 2019. Date 2018-12-18
Event type Product Launch
Segment Service
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2018-12-17 · funding · RightHand Robotics Warehouse Logistics
Evidence notes Menlo Ventures led the round, with GV joining Dream Incubator, Matrix Partners and Playground Global. RightHand planned to grow its business and technical teams and broaden the RightPick product line. The company reported deployments across North America, Japan and Europe as ecommerce fulfillment demand increased. Date 2018-12-17
Event type Funding
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2018-12-17 · funding · Ottopia Automotive
Evidence notes The capital supported R&D hiring and collaborations with autonomous-vehicle companies. The event anchors Ottopia early teleoperation commercialization work. The capital supports robot manipulation, haptics or tactile-sensing workflows as Ottopia moves from product development toward broader commercial use. Date 2018-12-17
Event type Funding
Segment Automotive
Added to Korthos 2026-07-05
2018-12-13 · funding · Wildlife Drones Localization
Evidence notes ABC Radio Canberra reported the AUD 670,000 Uniseed funding on December 13, 2018. The backing was intended to move the company wildlife-tracking payload from research and testing toward broader market availability. Founder Debbie Saunders developed the concept while tracking endangered swift parrots and seeking a faster alternative to handheld radio telemetry. Date 2018-12-13
Event type Funding
Segment Localization
Added to Korthos 2026-07-19
2018-12-11 Funding Robotiq End Effectors 2018-12-11 · funding · Robotiq End Effectors
Evidence notes Robotiq completed a Funding round financing of CAD 31M. The financing was announced on 2018-12-11 in CAD. Canadian collaborative-robot tooling company supplying adaptive grippers, vacuum grippers, force/torque sensing and related cobot components. Date 2018-12-11
Event type Funding
Segment End Effectors
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2018-12-10 · demonstration · Pliant Energy Systems Maritime
Evidence notes Velox swivels its undulating fins to transition from swimming to ground locomotion. The proof-of-concept handled sand, snow, pebbles, paving and solid ice. Pliant identified polar science and amphibious resupply as potential applications for the multi-terrain design. Date 2018-12-10
Event type Demonstration
Segment Maritime
Added to Korthos 2026-07-16
2018-12-10 Funding NavVis Spatial Intelligence 2018-12-10 · funding · NavVis Spatial Intelligence
Evidence notes Digital+ Partners led the Series C with participation from Kozo Keikaku Engineering, MIG, Target Partners and BayBG. NavVis said the funds would accelerate international growth and product development. The company cited enterprise digital-twin adoption by industrial customers as the demand driver. Date 2018-12-10
Event type Funding
Segment Spatial Intelligence
Added to Korthos 2026-07-15
2018-12-08 · research publication · KAWADA Robotics Corporation Industrial
Evidence notes The paper proposes a regrasp-graph planner for reorienting objects through single-arm, dual-arm, and mixed manipulation sequences. The authors evaluate the planner across humanoid platforms including NEXTAGE, HRP2Kai, and HRP5P in simulation and real-world experiments. It gives NEXTAGE a concrete research record for bimanual manipulation planning rather than only industrial demonstration context. Date 2018-12-08
Event type Research Publication
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-05-20
2018-11-27 Acquisition KEBA Electronics 2018-11-27 · acquisition · KEBA Electronics
Evidence notes The transaction agreement was signed on November 15, 2018 and announced on November 27. The acquisition expanded KEBA from roughly 1,200 to more than 1,700 employees. The combination made KEBA a fuller-line automation supplier spanning HMI, control, safety and drive technology. Date 2018-11-27
Event type Acquisition
Segment Electronics
Added to Korthos 2026-07-15
2018-11-27 · product launch · Schaeffler AG Actuation
Evidence notes Schaeffler expanded its precision motion technology portfolio with components designed for robotics and automation systems. Products include precision bearings, linear systems and drivetrain technologies used in robotic motion control. Portfolio expansion strengthened Schaeffler's role as a supplier within robotics and industrial automation supply chains. Date 2018-11-27
Event type Product Launch
Segment Actuation
Added to Korthos 2026-03-04
2018-11-22 · commercial order · Oxford Vision & Sensor Technology Perception
Evidence notes The contract covers Glazer 3D robot guidance for Ford Kuga model-year 2019/2020 production. The system guides automated window insertion while collecting cloud-accessible quality and productivity data. Ford Valencia selected Oxford VST after its existing Glazer installation performed successfully. Date 2018-11-22
Event type Commercial Order
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos 2026-07-19
2018-11-15 Demonstration FBR Construction 2018-11-15 · demonstration · FBR Construction
Evidence notes The demonstrated structure covered 180 square metres. Hadrian X produced multiple brick sizes, cuts and laying configurations. The robot built a larger two-room structure from a 3D CAD model. Date 2018-11-15
Event type Demonstration
Segment Construction
Added to Korthos 2026-03-02
2018-11-14 Org Change Schaft Humanoid 2018-11-14 · org change · Schaft Humanoid
Evidence notes Alphabet confirmed on November 14, 2018 that the Schaft unit would be shuttered. The company was helping affected staff seek new roles, mostly outside Alphabet. Schaft remained Alphabet-owned because the previously announced SoftBank transfer never completed. Date 2018-11-14
Event type Org Change
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos 2026-07-19
2018-11-14 Partnership BALYO Warehouse Logistics 2018-11-14 · partnership · BALYO Warehouse Logistics
Evidence notes The agreement replaced the parties' October 2015 contract after three years of collaboration. The companies planned to manufacture, market and sell robots based on standard Hyster-Yale trucks across the Americas and Europe. The European launch included training Hyster-Yale EMEA teams to sell and maintain robots equipped with Driven by BALYO technology. Date 2018-11-14
Event type Partnership
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos 2026-06-18
2018-11-09 · funding · SESTO Robotics Warehouse Logistics
Evidence notes The Series A totalled S$4 million. The financing supported standalone growth following the spin-out. SESTO focused the capital on industrial autonomous mobile robotics. Date 2018-11-09
Event type Funding
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos 2026-07-14
2018-11-09 · company formation · SESTO Robotics Warehouse Logistics
Evidence notes The business separated from HOPE Technik as an independent robotics company. The spin-out focused on autonomous mobile robots for industrial material movement. The formation coincided with institutional Series A financing. Date 2018-11-09
Event type Company Formation
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos 2026-07-14
2018-11-08 · funding · Plus One Robotics Warehouse Logistics
Evidence notes Plus One Robotics announced the close of an $8.3 million Series A round. The round was led by Pritzker Group Venture Capital, with participation from Zebra Technologies and several existing and new investors. The funding followed the company's early commercial push in parcel and fulfillment robotics. Date 2018-11-08
Event type Funding
Segment Warehouse Logistics
Added to Korthos 2026-04-12
2018-11-07 · deployment · PAL Robotics Humanoid
Evidence notes The University of Waterloo described TALOS as the first platform of its kind in Canada. RoboHub planned to use TALOS for control and gait synthesis, manipulation planning, HRI, machine learning and high-DoF robot research. Date 2018-11-07
Event type Deployment
Segment Humanoid
Added to Korthos 2026-06-19
2018-11-05 · funding · Airobotics Aerial
Evidence notes Pavilion Capital led the round. BlueRun Ventures, Charles River Ventures, OurCrowd and private investors participated. The financing brought disclosed capital raised to approximately $101 million. Date 2018-11-05
Event type Funding
Segment Aerial
Added to Korthos 2026-07-17
2018-10-31 · research publication · Wildlife Drones Localization
Evidence notes The Science Robotics paper published on October 31, 2018 addressed ground tracking limits that affect small tagged animals, including many bird and mammal species. Researchers combined a lightweight aerial robot, miniaturized sensor, Bayesian data fusion and information-based flight planning to locate critically endangered swift parrots. Estimated bird positions were within about 50 metres on average, and the robot produced a correct estimate as fast as or faster than experienced human trackers where signals were detectable. Date 2018-10-31
Event type Research Publication
Segment Localization
Added to Korthos 2026-07-19
2018-10-30 · deployment · Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police
Evidence notes The case study names Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police as the customer. The deployment uses DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise drones for law-enforcement and containment workflows. The source highlights police operations made more effective by drones in the United Kingdom. Date 2018-10-30
Event type Deployment
Added to Korthos 2026-06-19
2018-10-29 Demonstration Viewpro Perception 2018-10-29 · demonstration · Viewpro Perception
Evidence notes The integration centered on the Viewpro Z10TL gimbal-camera payload. The payload combined 10x zoom, infrared laser night vision and UAV gimbal-camera functionality. Viewpro linked the demonstration to inspection, surveillance, firefighting, public-safety, energy and mapping use cases. Date 2018-10-29
Event type Demonstration
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos 2026-06-13
2018-10-25 Market Signal UFACTORY Industrial 2018-10-25 · market signal · UFACTORY Industrial
Evidence notes UFACTORY's xArm campaign reached its $200,000 Kickstarter target in 18 hours. The arm was marketed for small businesses, research labs and maker spaces. The campaign gave UFACTORY a public signal for lightweight robot-arm demand. Date 2018-10-25
Event type Market Signal
Segment Industrial
Added to Korthos 2026-06-13
2018-10-24 · regulatory · Monteris Medical Surgical
Evidence notes The Optic probe uses fiber-optic controlled cooling. The probe is used with Monteris NeuroBlate MRI-guided robotic laser therapy. At the time, NeuroBlate had been used in more than 2,000 procedures across about 60 installed systems. Date 2018-10-24
Event type Regulatory
Segment Surgical
Added to Korthos 2026-06-19
2018-10-23 Product Launch KDE Direct Propulsion Components 2018-10-23 · product launch · KDE Direct Propulsion Components
Evidence notes KDECAN was released for KDE Direct UAS electronic speed controllers. The protocol supports telemetry and control integration between propulsion electronics and flight-control systems. The product gives KDE Direct a concrete offering for unmanned aircraft, air mobility or counter-drone operations. Date 2018-10-23
Event type Product Launch
Segment Propulsion Components
Added to Korthos 2026-06-19
2018-10-22 Funding ICON Construction 2018-10-22 · funding · ICON Construction
Evidence notes Oakhouse Partners led the seed round. D.R. Horton, Emaar, Capital Factory, CAZ Investments and Cielo Property Group were among the disclosed participants. Engage Ventures, MicroVentures, Saturn Five, Shadow Ventures, Trust Ventures, Verbena Road Holdings and Vulcan Capital also invested. Date 2018-10-22
Event type Funding
Segment Construction
Added to Korthos 2026-08-15
2018-10-19 · funding · Hacarus Perception
Evidence notes Hacarus announced completion of the Series A on October 19, 2018. The round totaled ¥270 million, including a new ¥100 million tranche from three technology-focused investors. Hacarus allocated the capital to FPGA-based AI chips, ARM edge computers and supporting development and commercialization partnerships. Date 2018-10-19
Event type Funding
Segment Perception
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18
2018-10-17 · funding · Cognata Simulation
Evidence notes Scale Venture Partners led the round, with Emerge, Maniv Mobility, Airbus Ventures and Global IoT Technology Ventures participating. Cognata said the capital would grow engineering and expand commercial operations in the United States, Europe and Asia. The company framed the round around simulation software for autonomous-vehicle development and validation. Date 2018-10-17
Event type Funding
Segment Simulation
Added to Korthos 2026-07-14
2018-10-15 · funding · Skyline Robotics Service
Evidence notes The financing supported development of a robotic system for high-rise window cleaning. Skyline targeted a dangerous and labour-intensive building-maintenance task with industrial robot arms and conventional cleaning equipment. Date 2018-10-15
Event type Funding
Segment Service
Added to Korthos 2026-07-18