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Robotics

Hyundai acquired Boston Dynamics

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In 2021, Hyundai Robotics acquired Boston Dynamics, Inc.

Hyundai Motor Group is actively developing the robotics field as a future growth engine for the 4th industrial revolution. In 2021, they acquired ‘Boston Dynamics, Inc., a US robot company, and developed a ‘Factory Safety Service Robot’ equipped with artificial intelligence-based software.

According to the Hyundai Robotics team, the robotic market is expected to increase as it expands into various fields. Recently, mobility-specialized companies are increasing their investment to link technology with artificial intelligence and manufacturing fields. For example, under the goal of ‘Progress for Humanity.

Hyundai and Kia Motors recognized this as a ‘customer-oriented manufacturing platform implemented with technology’ and unveiled ‘E-FOREST,’ a smart factory brand. E-FOREST is ‘Auto-FLEX,’ meaning flexible and advanced assembly, logistics, and inspection automation; ‘Intelligent,’ meaning the establishment of an AI-based autonomous control system; It aims for three values, ‘Humanity,’ and plans to open up the infinite possibilities of future mobility by organically connecting people, nature, and technology.

The most significant value of Hyundai Motor Group is ‘people-oriented.’ This is why Hyundai Motor Group puts excellent effort into robot R&D. This is because the more precisely the robot evolves, the safer and more convenient life can be. The robotics field is one of the five new businesses that are the future growth engine of Hyundai Motor Group. The three robot fields – wearable robots, service robots, and micro-mobility – are the answer to the age of the 4th industrial revolution and an aging society, where advanced technologies and concerns about technological alienation coexist.

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FedEx Delivery Robot

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Roxo operates on sidewalks, bike lanes and roadsides, and is designed to be used in a three-to-five mile radius of a retailer’s location. We specifically designed Roxo for reliable, autonomous last-mile delivery that can deliver to a customer’s door, including climbing the curb, traveling up the sidewalk, and climbing deep terrace steps.

Further testing is being planned, targeting customer use cases like auto parts, pizza delivery, home improvement, general merchandise, and groceries.

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Kawasaki Robotics

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Kawasaki Robotics produced the first commercial, the industrial robot, in Japan in 1969


In 1969, Kawasaki Heavy Industries manufactured the first industrial robot in Japan. Since then, they have stood as one of the leading robot manufacturers, with their products used to develop automotive and other industries in Japan and around the world with their customers.

As a pioneer in industrial robot manufacturing, they have developed and supplied high-quality, high-performance robots for various applications such as welding, assembly, material handling, painting, and palletizing. Their robots work in diverse sectors, including the automotive, electrical, and electronics sectors, drawing on technologies and experience accumulated during decades of experience.

They offer solutions that meet consumers’ needs for automation, labor-saving efforts, enhanced productivity, quality, and the work environment.

Since 1878, Kawasaki Heavy Industries has manufactured products ranging from ships, planes, and motorcycles to industrial robot arms for automotive and general industries. Driven by decades of experience in manufacturing, they focused on creating industry-leading robots that they would want to use in their factories. As a result, Kawasaki Robotics is known for producing high-quality industrial robots that stand the test of time as manufacturing evolves.

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