July 2026

While it's one of the world's biggest industries, Mining faces ongoing challenges around operational efficiency, environmental footprint, and human safety. Companies have increasingly turned to automation, but risk remains, should the central control system fails.

Researchers at Adelaide University have drawn inspiration from nature and developed robotic swarms inspired by ants and bees to make operations safer, more efficient, and more sustainable.

This latest study took inspiration from the ways social transport food, applying it to small swarms of robots that don’t need a single control center―an approach that enabled the systems to respond quickly to changing environmental conditions.

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Keep the Momentum from Automate Going at Discovery Day

Robotics & AI Discovery Day returns September 16th, bringing together more than 10,000 attendees and 250 exhibitors in Pittsburgh, the global hub for robotics.

Exhibit this September and connect with thousands of decision-makers, Fortune 500 manufacturers, fast-growing startups, investors, researchers, government leaders, and future talent, all exploring the latest in robotics, AI, and autonomy.

Applications are due by July 31st. Visit robopgh.org/radd to learn more.

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AGE OF AUTOMATION SERIES

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The Robotic Technology Helping a

Boy Take His First Steps

When Marc learnt that his young son had a rare genetic condition affecting his mobility, his future looked uncertain. With a determined outlook, Marc came across a life-changing piece of equipment, designed to help users use their legs to walk. With this groundbreaking piece of technology by Trexo, Marc’s son Mitchell and his family are building their confidence step by step and bringing the power of movement to Mitchell.

Produced for Toyota Mobility Foundation as part of the Age of Automation series.