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Aeterlink is a developer of innovative wireless power transfer technology aimed at creating a digital landscape devoid of wires. The company specializes in applying its advanced technology across various sectors, including factory automation, robotics, smart homes, and healthcare. By enabling wireless power transmission over distances, Aeterlink's solutions enhance efficiency and sustainability while improving safety by eliminating the hazards associated with traditional wiring. Their practical level technologies facilitate greater flexibility in device placement and operation, contributing to a more connected and streamlined environment across multiple industries.

TriOrb is a technology company focused on the development of advanced robotic mobility solutions. It designs and engineers a unique movement system that features a ball-driven omnidirectional mechanism, enabling robots to navigate and transport various objects in manufacturing environments. This innovative technology enhances efficiency and safety on production lines by allowing multiple robots to work together cooperatively, thereby improving the transportation of items that cannot be handled by a single unit. Through its integration of software and hardware, TriOrb aims to provide manufacturers with effective robotic solutions that streamline operations and optimize productivity.

Aeterlink is a developer of innovative wireless power transfer technology aimed at creating a digital landscape devoid of wires. The company specializes in applying its advanced technology across various sectors, including factory automation, robotics, smart homes, and healthcare. By enabling wireless power transmission over distances, Aeterlink's solutions enhance efficiency and sustainability while improving safety by eliminating the hazards associated with traditional wiring. Their practical level technologies facilitate greater flexibility in device placement and operation, contributing to a more connected and streamlined environment across multiple industries.

Turing develops and manufactures fully autonomous vehicles.

Qibitech is a technology company focused on developing advanced robotic solutions and remote control services. It has created HATS, a system that allows a human operator to remotely enhance the functionality of robots, thereby improving their flexibility and efficiency. In addition to HATS, Qibitech offers a platform for integrating operational data with business improvement systems. The company specializes in contract development, provides research reports on technological trends and patents, and offers technical consulting related to intelligent robots and Internet of Things systems. By leveraging its expertise, Qibitech aims to help customers address their specific challenges and enhance their operational capabilities.

Japan Data Science Consortium Co. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and robotic services. Established in 2014, JDSC offers a range of solutions including demand forecasting, predictive maintenance, and digital transformation. The company also focuses on zero re-delivery systems, optical character recognition, and image recognition services. Targeting sectors such as healthcare, education, and retail, JDSC provides comprehensive consulting support that encompasses system construction and organizational process transformation, all aimed at generating tangible profit through the effective use of AI technology.

Local Motors, Inc. is an American motor vehicle manufacturer founded in 2007 and based in Goodyear, Arizona. The company specializes in creating innovative and accessible mobility solutions for local communities through a network of microfactories that produce vehicles in small, just-in-time batches using direct digital manufacturing techniques. This approach minimizes environmental impact and capital requirements while fostering co-creation, allowing innovators and consumers to collaborate on vehicle design and development. Local Motors has developed a range of vehicles, including Olli, the first cognitive self-driving shuttle. The company also offers a software platform called Launch Forth, enabling partners such as GE and Airbus to harness the benefits of micro-manufacturing and agile design. By leveraging its unique manufacturing model, Local Motors aims to revolutionize the transportation industry and address global mobility challenges.

DeepX, Inc. is an AI startup based in Bunkyo, Japan, founded in 2016 by graduates of the University of Tokyo. The company specializes in developing software that provides mechanization and automation solutions to address on-site challenges, such as labor shortages and the need for skilled workers, particularly in industries like construction, food processing, manufacturing, port transport, and agriculture. DeepX aims to automate machinery of varying scales, from small industrial robots to large heavy equipment, utilizing advanced technologies including deep learning and deep reinforcement learning. By offering flexible operation models suitable for diverse environments, DeepX seeks to make a significant societal impact, particularly in response to Japan's super-aging population and shrinking labor force.

Rapyuta Robotics is a global cloud robotics platform company that centrally manages diverse robots and sensors. Its platform integrates robot hardware, software, sensor data, and applications in the cloud to simplify deployment and ongoing management of robotic systems, reducing the need for in-house robotics expertise. Founded in 2014 and spun out of ETH Zürich, the company operates internationally with offices in Japan and India and a subsidiary in Zurich, Switzerland. By leveraging cloud-based computation, it enables businesses to focus on core processes rather than managing hardware or software infrastructure, targeting markets such as security and inspection where scalable cloud robotics can drive efficiency.

Smart Robotics is a Dutch company specializing in software and rental services for robotics. It primarily serves the manufacturing industry and intralogistics processes, both domestically and internationally. The company offers intelligent robotic solutions to facilitate automation and enable local production, aiming to maintain employment within the chain.

Realtime Robotics, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing motion planning and control technologies for robots and autonomous vehicles. The company offers a collision-free motion planning platform that allows robots to react instantaneously to their surroundings, enabling safe operation in unstructured environments. Their RapidPlan processor integrates advanced software and hardware, allowing for the generation of safe motion plans in milliseconds, effectively eliminating the trade-off between speed and safety in automation. By facilitating seamless interaction with both static and dynamic objects, Realtime Robotics enhances the capabilities of robots in various applications, including industrial automation and autonomous vehicles, thereby promoting broader adoption and integration of robotics technology in everyday operations.

RT Corporation is a Japanese company based in Chiyoda-ku, established in 2005, that focuses on the development and sale of robots and their components. The company offers a diverse range of products, including army-type robots and micro mouse robots, such as the CRANE-X7 and RIC90, as well as various service robots tailored to meet both domestic and international needs. In addition to manufacturing, RT Corporation provides services in robot development, hardware and software development, and contract manufacturing. With the growing demand for robotics fueled by advancements in artificial intelligence, RT Corporation aims to innovate and expand its offerings in the service robot sector.

Kyoto Robotics Corporation is a Japanese company that specializes in developing intelligent picking robots for the logistics industry. Founded in 2000 and based in Kusatsu, the company was previously known as 3D MEDiA Co., Ltd. until it rebranded in January 2018. Kyoto Robotics focuses on creating advanced robotics solutions that enhance logistics operations, including robots designed for palletizing and piece-picking applications. The company's innovative technology incorporates a 3D robot vision system capable of object recognition and pose estimation, allowing the robots to intelligently navigate and control their movements. In addition to its robotic products, Kyoto Robotics also provides technical support services to ensure optimal performance and integration within client operations.

SLAMcore develops simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) solutions for augmented/virtual reality, robotics, and autonomous vehicles. Its technology enables moving robots to localize, navigate, and understand unfamiliar surroundings using visual SLAM, sensor fusion, and event camera SLAM. The company's ETAM 2D and ETAM 3D methods demonstrate real-time, high dynamic range, and resolution intensity for event-based cameras. SLAMcore licenses its algorithms for smart technology like drones and self-driving vehicles.

H3 Dynamics develops hydrogen-based propulsion and energy solutions for aerospace and defense, including hydrogen-electric fuel cell systems for airport operations and aircraft, with applications from extending the range of small electric UAS to powering MW-scale passenger aircraft, and on-site hydrogen production and refueling for airports and remote drone operators. The company also designs telerobotics drones and cloud-based analytics that convert imagery, video, LiDAR, and other sensor data into expert-validated inspection reports for asset owners, operators, contractors, and financial services firms, enabling real-time response and actionable insights. With more than 16 years of research and development experience, H3 Dynamics maintains a global footprint across multiple regions.

MELTIN MMI is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that develops cyborg technology for medical and assistive devices. It focuses on biosensors, robotic arms and prosthetic hands, using bio-signal processing to link the human body with machines and to analyze movement and intention. The company’s wire-driven robot control technology supports precise, real-time hand motion for amputees and other medical applications, with the goal of replicating the speed and dexterity of natural hand movements.

Ispace Technologies is a Tokyo-based company specializing in space resource exploration, particularly focused on developing micro-robotic technology to facilitate the identification, extraction, and transportation of lunar resources, such as ice, essential for sustaining human life in space. Founded in 2013, Ispace is recognized for its innovative approach, utilizing 3D printing and commercially available products to create efficient and cost-effective solutions. The company is also involved in the Google Lunar XPRIZE Competition through its Team HAKUTO, which has gained recognition for its advancements in mobility and aims to land a privately funded robot on the Moon. Ispace’s micro-robots are designed to explore larger lunar areas quickly and economically, making significant strides towards establishing a sustainable presence in outer space.

Groove X Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2015, specializes in designing and developing innovative household robots equipped with artificial intelligence and social robotics. The company's primary focus is creating robots that provide companionship and evoke genuine affection, aiming to address societal challenges such as aging populations, nuclear families, and dual-income households.

Realtime Robotics, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing motion planning and control technologies for robots and autonomous vehicles. The company offers a collision-free motion planning platform that allows robots to react instantaneously to their surroundings, enabling safe operation in unstructured environments. Their RapidPlan processor integrates advanced software and hardware, allowing for the generation of safe motion plans in milliseconds, effectively eliminating the trade-off between speed and safety in automation. By facilitating seamless interaction with both static and dynamic objects, Realtime Robotics enhances the capabilities of robots in various applications, including industrial automation and autonomous vehicles, thereby promoting broader adoption and integration of robotics technology in everyday operations.

Founded in 2015, Intuition Robotics designs AI-driven robots focused on enhancing the lives of older adults. Their robots utilize artificial intelligence to facilitate seamless connections with loved ones, promote active lifestyles, and provide intuitive technology for daily care.

RT Corporation is a Japanese company based in Chiyoda-ku, established in 2005, that focuses on the development and sale of robots and their components. The company offers a diverse range of products, including army-type robots and micro mouse robots, such as the CRANE-X7 and RIC90, as well as various service robots tailored to meet both domestic and international needs. In addition to manufacturing, RT Corporation provides services in robot development, hardware and software development, and contract manufacturing. With the growing demand for robotics fueled by advancements in artificial intelligence, RT Corporation aims to innovate and expand its offerings in the service robot sector.

Exvision Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in advanced computer vision technologies for consumer electronics. The company develops a next-generation vision platform that enhances the interaction between humans and machines by capturing and processing data from fast-moving objects. Exvision's product offerings include a gesture recognition system, a high-speed tracking microscope, a book flipping scanning solution, an auto pan-tilt mechanism, and various inspection systems. By focusing on high-speed vision capabilities, Exvision aims to create scalable solutions that enable industries to obtain effective image processing without constraints or delays.

SLAMcore develops simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) solutions for augmented/virtual reality, robotics, and autonomous vehicles. Its technology enables moving robots to localize, navigate, and understand unfamiliar surroundings using visual SLAM, sensor fusion, and event camera SLAM. The company's ETAM 2D and ETAM 3D methods demonstrate real-time, high dynamic range, and resolution intensity for event-based cameras. SLAMcore licenses its algorithms for smart technology like drones and self-driving vehicles.

Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2015, MJI specializes in developing communication robots. Its flagship product, Tapia, assists users with scheduling, news updates, weather information, and hands-free access to media and IoT devices.

Groove X Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2015, specializes in designing and developing innovative household robots equipped with artificial intelligence and social robotics. The company's primary focus is creating robots that provide companionship and evoke genuine affection, aiming to address societal challenges such as aging populations, nuclear families, and dual-income households.

WHILL designs and manufactures personal mobility products for indoor and outdoor use, aiming to shift perceptions of mobility devices through advanced technology and thoughtful design. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, WHILL develops intelligent personal electric vehicles and mobility solutions that enable mobility-as-a-service, including on-demand fleets and short-term rentals. The company seeks to make public spaces such as airports, hospitals, and vacation destinations more accessible and to empower wheelchair users to lead independent, liberating lives by providing transportation that can be driven on public roads without the need for a driver's license.

Kyoto Robotics Corporation is a Japanese company that specializes in developing intelligent picking robots for the logistics industry. Founded in 2000 and based in Kusatsu, the company was previously known as 3D MEDiA Co., Ltd. until it rebranded in January 2018. Kyoto Robotics focuses on creating advanced robotics solutions that enhance logistics operations, including robots designed for palletizing and piece-picking applications. The company's innovative technology incorporates a 3D robot vision system capable of object recognition and pose estimation, allowing the robots to intelligently navigate and control their movements. In addition to its robotic products, Kyoto Robotics also provides technical support services to ensure optimal performance and integration within client operations.

Groove X Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2015, specializes in designing and developing innovative household robots equipped with artificial intelligence and social robotics. The company's primary focus is creating robots that provide companionship and evoke genuine affection, aiming to address societal challenges such as aging populations, nuclear families, and dual-income households.

New Innovations Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in designing and developing AI-based robots for cafes. Their flagship product, √C, is an unmanned cafe robot equipped with demand forecast capabilities. This robot aims to provide coffee tailored to customers' taste preferences, busyness, physical condition, and mood, reducing waiting times and enabling more efficient operations for cafes. The company has secured funding from investors such as Zashid Capital and DEEPCORE, totaling 70 million yen in July 2019. New Innovations is currently collaborating with Nankai Electric Railway to install √C at Namba Station/Namba Skyo for demonstration experiments starting August 1, 2019.