From USB-PD to industrial I/O and telecom interfaces, today’s systems are more exposed than ever to damaging surge events. Yet, TVS diodes and traditional protection methods haven’t kept pace with the speed, density, and complexity of modern electronics.
In our latest webinar, host Samir Jaber sits down with Anindita Bhattacharya to explore how surge protection is evolving to support smarter, more resilient system-level strategies.

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Emesent Maps Alcatraz in High-Resolution 3D

Emesent contributed to the detailed 3D mapping of the 22.5-acre Alcatraz Island site, including its historic prison. Over a three-week period, the team conducted scans while based in the former jail cells, capturing the site's historical, architectural, and environmental features with high precision.

Megabot is a quadruped robot developed by Julien Allali, a researcher with the Rhoban team at LaBRI. Much of the robot’s structure was fabricated at Eirlab, the fabrication lab of ENSEIRB-MATMECA. It operates using 12 linear actuators (480W each) powered by two 120Ah car batteries. Motion planning is handled by the Placo solver.

Video source: Julien Allali (YouTube)

Next Generation Skypod® Robots

The Skypod® robots are designed to support warehouse operations by efficiently transporting a wide range of container types between racks, workstations, and exchangers. These systems help streamline workflows and improve overall operational efficiency.

Video source: Exotec

Lumos Robotics Wins Silver in Group Dance at the 2025 Humanoid Robot Games

Lumos Robotics earned second place in the Group Dance category at the 2025 Humanoid Robot Games, demonstrating advanced coordination and performance capabilities in a competitive setting.

Zeus Bionic Hand: Enhancing Efficiency in Clinical Practice

The Zeus Bionic Hand is designed to support clinicians by enabling remote adjustments and minimizing the need for frequent in-person visits. Its durable and repairable construction reduces device downtime, allowing healthcare professionals to maintain consistent, high-quality care while managing their time more effectively. Zeus provides a practical solution for delivering personalized prosthetic support with greater efficiency.

Video source: Aether Biomedical

Toyota Research Institute (TRI) and Boston Dynamics have shared progress on developing Large Behavior Models (LBMs) for Atlas. As part of their collaboration, the AI research teams are building end-to-end language-conditioned policies that allow Atlas to perform long-horizon manipulation tasks.

Video Credit: Boston Dynamics

SCUTTLE: Advancing Multilegged Mobility in Challenging Environments

In collaboration with Georgia Institute of Technology, Ground Control Robotics is developing a new locomotion approach for navigating cluttered and confined spaces. Unlike traditional wheeled or long-legged systems, their elongate, multilegged robots are designed to operate effectively on unstructured terrain.

Potential applications include agriculture, defense, search and rescue, and pest control. The company is initially targeting the specialty agriculture sector, where conventional robotic systems often struggle due to uneven and unpredictable ground conditions.

Video source: Ground Control Robotics

Meet Louie – A Robotic Solution for Greenhouse Plant Lowering

Louie is the first robot specifically designed for lowering tomato and cucumber plants. Recently adopted by Lans and HarvestHouse, the largest greenhouse cooperative in the Netherlands, Louie addresses ongoing labor shortages in greenhouse operations.

Video source: Arugga AI Farming

A factory in a box?

BMW Group’s plug-and-play production concept allows factories to adapt quickly to new demands. By integrating new vehicle models into existing production lines without major infrastructure changes, the company increases flexibility while minimizing the need for new facilities.

Consistent and Efficient Spraying with GUSS

GUSS (Global Unmanned Spray System) delivers uniform spray coverage with accurate speed and application rates on every pass. Its automated operation helps eliminate missed areas and over-spraying, ensuring consistent results around the clock.

By automating the spraying process, GUSS enables more efficient use of materials and labor, offering a practical solution for modern agricultural operations.

Video source: GUSS Automation

AI and AR Integration: Liquid City and CREAL Collaborate on Next-Generation Interfaces

In 2023, Liquid City released Agents, a short film exploring the intersection of AI and extended reality (XR), produced in collaboration with Niantic Labs. Building on that concept, CREAL and Liquid City have partnered to prototype elements from the film using CREAL’s light field display technology.

This collaboration highlights the potential for augmented reality to serve as a primary interface for AI systems, offering a glimpse into how these technologies may converge in real-world applications.

REGENT Seaglider Completes Initial Foil Testing

REGENT’s Viceroy Seaglider prototype has successfully completed its first round of low-speed hydrofoil testing, lifting out of the water while operating in foil mode. The Seaglider operates entirely over water in three modes: hull-borne, hydrofoiling, and flying in ground effect—within one wingspan of the surface. This sea trial campaign focused on validating hydrofoiling performance in preparation for the vehicle’s first flight scheduled later this year.

Making Metal 3D Printing More Accessible

The Studio System introduces a simplified approach to in-house metal 3D printing. Designed for labs and businesses, it uses a two-step process—printing followed by sintering—eliminating the need for loose powders, hazardous chemicals, or lasers, and offering a safer and more practical solution for producing metal parts on-site.

Video source: Desktop Metal

MagicLab Showcases Full Robot Lineup at 2025 WRC

At the 2025 World Robot Conference (WRC), MagicLab presented its complete range of robotic products, highlighting full-scenario industrial solutions designed to support the future of automation.

Video source: MagicLab (YouTube)

Enhanced Operational Safety with MicroVision’s Lidar Collision Avoidance System (L-CAS™)

MicroVision’s L-CAS™ supports reliable collision avoidance through customizable 3D sensing zones. The system is designed to detect people, objects, and static infrastructure within defined working areas, confirm clear paths, and maintain consistent detection performance across various environments.

WYBOT S2 Solar: Solar-Powered Robotic Pool Cleaning Solution

The WYBOT S2 Solar is an underwater robotic pool cleaner powered by solar energy. It offers automated, customizable weekly cleaning schedules, providing a convenient and energy-efficient way to maintain pool cleanliness with minimal manual intervention.

Lincoln City, Oregon Replaces Fireworks with Drone Light Show

On the Fourth of July, Explore Lincoln City introduced a 200-drone light show over Siletz Bay, replacing traditional fireworks. The shift to drone technology reflects a growing interest in environmentally responsible celebrations, reducing risks to wildlife, minimizing fire hazards, and avoiding water pollution—an especially important consideration for coastal communities with sensitive marine ecosystems.

Video source: Sky Elements Drones

It seems GR-2 has found its next dream—becoming a bodybuilder!

The GR-2 robot is equipped with seven distinct types of FSA actuators, each engineered to meet the specific torque requirements of individual joints. This configuration enables the system to perform complex tasks with improved precision and flexibility, supporting a wide range of motion and application scenarios.

Video source: Fourier

Enhancing Efficiency and Reducing Waste with the 10Q Robotic Coating System

The 10Q Robotic Coating System from Qlayers offers a safer, more efficient solution for coating industrial assets. By significantly reducing the need for manual labor at height, the system helps improve workplace safety and eliminate the use of scaffolding or ladders. It delivers a high application speed—up to 200 m²/h (2,150 ft²/h)—which shortens asset downtime compared to traditional methods.

Designed for accuracy, the 10Q system minimizes overspray and maintains consistent coating quality even in wind conditions up to 4 BFT. Its automated quality control and real-time data capabilities help reduce human error and ensure uniform application. Additionally, the system's high transfer efficiency—up to 90%—and precise control of layer thickness contribute to paint savings of up to 30%.

Video source: Qlayers

AgiBot X2-N: Adaptive Locomotion with Enhanced Stability

The AgiBot X2-N is a shape-adaptive robot capable of switching between wheeled and legged mobility modes. Designed for versatile terrain navigation, it maintains stability even under impact, supported by an advanced stabilization system.

Video source: 稚晖君 (YouTube) / AgiBot