Robotics

Global power and automation solutions provider Delta Electronics has inaugurated a state-of-the-art robotics research and training facility in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu, reinforcing its commitment to India’s rapidly evolving industrial automation ecosystem. The center aims to advance robotics innovation, support industrial digitalization, and train engineers in advanced automation technologies. By integrating robotics, artificial intelligence, and smart manufacturing tools, the facility is expected to strengthen India’s position as a global manufacturing hub.

ABB India has approved the transfer of its robotics business to its global parent as part of a broader corporate restructuring initiative valued at Rs. 1,568 crore. The transaction is aimed at streamlining operations, improving capital allocation efficiency and aligning domestic operations with ABB’s global automation strategy. The move reflects the multinational’s effort to consolidate high-technology segments under centralized leadership while sharpening focus on core electrification and automation portfolios in India.

Honor unveiled its latest robotic platform at MWC Barcelona, highlighting its ambitions in AI, robotics, and human-machine interaction. The robot integrates advanced artificial intelligence, autonomous navigation, and multi-modal sensory systems to deliver applications ranging from personal assistance to enterprise solutions. Industry analysts view Honor’s demonstration as part of a broader strategy to diversify beyond smartphones into high-growth, technology-driven sectors.

In a move that signals growing interest among Indian entrepreneurs in strategic technologies, Zomato founder and CEO Deepinder Goyal has acquired a stake in a defence-focused robotics startup. The acquisition marks Goyal’s entry into a sector far removed from consumer internet platforms, reflecting broader investor appetite for deep-tech and national security-linked innovation. While financial details were not publicly disclosed, the transaction underscores rising confidence in India’s defence manufacturing and robotics ecosystem.

A team of scientists has developed the world’s smallest programmable, autonomous robots, marking a significant milestone in robotics and nanotechnology. These miniature machines, capable of performing programmed tasks independently, promise transformative applications in medicine, manufacturing, environmental monitoring, and precision engineering. Researchers emphasize that the robots’ scale, programmability, and autonomous functionality allow unprecedented access to confined or delicate environments, where human intervention is challenging.