Started collaboration on autonomous mobile robot technology with Associate Professor Naoki Akai (Designated Associate Professor) of Nagoya University.

～Leveraging cutting-edge localization technology to provide robotics solutions capable of competing in the global market.～

Overview

Industry Alpha Inc. (Development base: Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture; CEO: Takumi Watanabe), a company dedicated to designing and realizing smart factories and smart warehouses, and engaged in the development and implementation of low-profile AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots), has announced a collaboration with Dr. Naoki Akai, Designated Associate Professor at the Institute of Innovation for Future Society, Nagoya University, Division of Social Value Design in Mobility Society.
This collaboration aims to advance self-localization technologies for autonomous mobile robots and to develop next-generation robotics solutions that are competitive in both domestic and global markets.

Background of the Collaboration

Industry Alpha is a Japan-based leading company in autonomous mobile robots, distinguished by its in-house development capabilities spanning from hardware to software, enabling the accumulation of unique technological expertise and development strength.
Meanwhile, Associate Professor Naoki Akai of Nagoya University is a recognized expert who leads research on localization technologies for autonomous mobile robots in Japan and is highly regarded within the industry.
This collaboration brings together cutting-edge academic research and industry know-how, paving the way for a significant technological advancement in next-generation autonomous mobile robots.

Overview and Objectives of the Collaboration

This collaboration will focus on the following initiatives:

Human Resource Development and Knowledge Accumulation
By combining the expertise of both parties, and through the partnership between a company with a development base in Nagoya and Nagoya University, the initiative will contribute to the advancement of the next-generation robotics industry.

Development and Advancement of Localization Algorithms
Based on the research and expertise of Associate Professor Naoki Akai, new technologies related to self-localization will be developed to enhance the accuracy and reliability of autonomous mobile robots.

Global Expansion of Japan-Originated Robotics Technology
The collaboration aims to strengthen the competitiveness of autonomous mobile robots in both domestic and international markets, serving as a foundation for global deployment and commercialization.

Future Outlook

This collaboration represents an initiative to create greater social value by leveraging the unique strengths of both academia and industry in the field of next-generation robotics.

Moving forward, Industry Alpha will continue to promote Japan-originated robotics technologies to the global stage through collaborations with academic institutions and other companies. We remain committed to contributing to society through innovative technologies and working toward the realization of a sustainable future.