Robotics Daily News: British Surgical Robots Seek Global Expansion Amidst Competition

British Surgical Robots Seek Global Expansion Amidst Competition

CMR Surgical, a UK-based company, has developed the Versius system, a modular robotic technology for keyhole surgery. Despite raising nearly $1 billion and being valued at $3 billion, it faces stiff competition from Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci robots, which have over 10,000 units installed worldwide. CMR is considering strategic options, including potential acquisition, to scale its operations. (ft.com)

China's AI-Powered Humanoid Robots Transform Manufacturing Sector

Chinese startups like AgiBot and MagicLab, supported by government subsidies exceeding $20 billion, are deploying AI-powered humanoid robots capable of complex tasks such as assembly and quality control. These robots, trained with specialized datasets, aim to address economic challenges and are projected to reach global sales of one million units by 2030. (reuters.com)

U.S. Manufacturing Relies on Imported Robots Amid Automation Push

The Trump administration's initiative to revitalize U.S. manufacturing through automation heavily depends on foreign-made industrial robots. Despite historical leadership in robotics, the U.S. now lags behind countries like China, which prioritizes robotics under the 'Made in China 2025' initiative. Efforts to reshore manufacturing face challenges due to decades of underinvestment in domestic infrastructure. (axios.com)

Robots Alleviate Healthcare Staff Burdens in U.S. Hospitals

Facing severe labor shortages, U.S. hospitals are increasingly employing robots like Diligent Robotics' Moxi to automate routine tasks such as delivering medications and retrieving supplies. This allows healthcare staff to focus more on patient care. The integration of AI advancements enables these robots to navigate complex hospital environments efficiently. (ft.com)

U.S. Robotics Industry Advocates for National Strategy Amidst Global Competition

American robotics companies, including Tesla and Boston Dynamics, are urging for a national robotics strategy and a federal office dedicated to promoting the industry. This initiative aims to counter China's rapid advancements and significant investments in robotics, ensuring the U.S. maintains its competitive edge in the global market. (apnews.com)