Figure AI Details BotQ Factory for Mass Producing Humanoids
Figure AI just unveiled its BotQ smart manufacturing facility, designed to produce 12,000 humanoids a year. Figure’s plans call for 100,000 robots within the next four years.
Supply Chain Management
Supply chain management is the coordination of all processes involved in producing and delivering goods, from sourcing raw materials to distributing finished products. It integrates logistics, procurement, production, and inventory management to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and meet customer demand. Modern supply chain management relies heavily on digital technologies such as AI, IoT, and blockchain to increase visibility, optimize operations, and respond quickly to disruptions.
Google DeepMind Links up with Apptronik to Advance Apollo Humanoid Robot
Apptronik, whose humanoid robot Apollo is known for working at Mercedes-Benz factories, is teaming up with Google DeepMind to accelerate the development of autonomous humanoid robots.
GXO’s 3 Humanoids, New 1X NEO Beta Droid Details, UBTECH at FAW-Volkswagen
One of the world’s largest logistics companies now has three humanoid robots in use.
95% of US Manufacturing CEOs Say November Election Will Have Great Impact on Industry
An overwhelming majority of manufacturing CEOs believe the upcoming U.S. election will greatly impact the industry.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 Released as Cyberattacks Reach All-time High
With cyberattacks at an all-time high, the National Institute of Standards and Technology has unveiled its first major revision of its landmark cybersecurity framework.
Expert Predictions for Digital Manufacturing in 2024
The following is an assortment of expert predictions about digital manufacturing in 2024.