Saronic plans to use the funding to scale production of its portfolio of autonomous surface vessels and AI-driven maritime capabilities. The post Saronic raises $1.75B to build autonomous ships at scale appeared first on The Robot Report .
Hoffman Construction, based in Lake Oswego, Oregon, secured a $350M contract with Sound Transit for a Washington project scheduled for completion in 2032. The award represents a significant infrastructure project for the general contractor.
AGIBOT said it is transitioning from initial humanoid rollouts to multiple industries and sites worldwide. The post AGIBOT rolls out 10,000th humanoid robot appeared first on The Robot Report .
Autodesk acquired Rhumbix to integrate real-time jobsite data into project cost tracking, addressing a major pain point where construction teams lose cost control due to lack of field visibility rather than poor estimates. The acquisition aims to bridge the gap between backward-looking financial systems and actual field conditions, enabling project teams to react to cost overruns before they spiral.
Asphalt Zipper released two new reclaimer attachments for compact track loaders that can cut up to 10 inches deep and 30-42 inches wide, handling both road repair and utility trench work. The 300XLP and 420XLP models expand capabilities for contractors needing versatile surface milling and excavation on a single machine.
AI in construction is most valuable when it solves real problems and makes actual work easier, faster, or more reliable rather than just being trendy technology. The episode focuses on how AI is practically changing workflows instead of hyping up buzzwords.
Researchers have reviewed the use of polysaccharide-based microneedles (PMNs) for cancer immunotherapy, examining how additive manufacturing methods, including 3D printing, can support the development of transdermal drug delivery systems. The study, published in Glycoscience & Therapy, focuses…
Peter O'Neill has become the new CEO of the American Society of Civil Engineers, bringing experience from leadership roles in global security and environmental health and safety organizations. The ASCE describes the construction industry as being at an inflection point, suggesting significant change ahead in how the sector operates.
Data center developers are leasing over 90% of space before construction even begins, signaling massive demand in the sector. The pre-leasing trend reflects strong market confidence and accelerated timelines for getting facilities operational.
The I-5 bridge replacement project between Oregon and Washington has ballooned to $14.4 billion, up significantly from earlier estimates due to inflation and current market conditions driving up contractor bids. The 109-year-old bridge replacement will face continued cost pressures as bidding begins.
Chinese 3D printer manufacturer Bambu Lab has reached a settlement with toymaker Pop Mart over copyright infringement claims tied to unauthorised Labubu character files uploaded to its file-sharing platform, MakerWorld.  The deal was struck ahead of what would have been a closely watched trial…
Blue Diamond introduced a 72-inch wide brush cutter attachment for skid steers and compact track loaders that can cut through grass, heavy brush, and trees up to 4 inches in diameter using standard flow hydraulics. The open front design makes it a heavy-duty option for clearing and land management work.
AI adoption is driving up demand for HVAC technicians and other skilled trades faster than the labor market can supply. Randstad recommends companies implement flexible hiring practices to attract the skilled workers they need.
China has approved its 15th Five-Year Plan, setting economic and industrial priorities through to 2030. Manufacturing sits at the centre. Advanced materials, artificial intelligence, industrial software, and high-end equipment all feature prominently. Additive manufacturing is not named in the…
The Trump administration has reversed the NLRB's joint employer rule, changing how the government defines the relationship between contractors and their subcontractors. This shift will affect labor classification, worker rights, and how construction companies structure their sub agreements.
PDW said it plans to use the funding to ramp up production of its multi-mission drones, among other strategic programs. The post PDW raises over $110M for its drone-based defense systems appeared first on The Robot Report .
Technology is helping construction companies recruit workers, but the industry still faces a significant shortage of laborers to meet current demand. The sector remains at a critical juncture where new recruitment tools haven't yet solved the fundamental workforce gap.
Researchers at University College London (UCL) and Brunel University London have developed a custom aluminum alloy that outperforms industry-standard materials in metal additive manufacturing. The researchers also used a novel combination of real-time imaging techniques to watch exactly how it…
Humanoid and SAP successfully integrated agentic AI into the HMND 01 Alpha robot to autonomously perform warehouse logistics tasks. The post Humanoid completes live HMND PoC with SAP and Martur Fompak appeared first on The Robot Report .
Australian metal additive manufacturing company AML3D Limited has secured an order to produce five high-demand, non-safety critical replacement components for use in active US Navy submarines. Valued at approximately AU$2.61 million (US$1.84 million), the agreement was signed with BlueForge…
The podcast's guest this week is Arthur Erickson, co-founder and CEO of Hylio Drones, which has adapted to different applications. The post Arthur Erickson explains how Hylio drones address agriculture, other markets appeared first on The Robot Report .
Tripo AI, an artificial intelligence company building 3D foundation models and world models for spatial understanding and interactive content creation, has announced $50 million in new funding and introduced a new generation of model architectures designed to generate production-ready 3D assets…
Autodesk has acquired Rhumbix, a field project management platform that tracks workforce productivity on construction sites. The company also rebranded its Construction Cloud platform to Forma as part of the expansion.
Construction firms are interested in using robots on job sites, but data quality issues are preventing widespread adoption. Poor data management is emerging as a key barrier despite some successful projects already in use.