Tom Wagner, Ph.D.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Tom Wagner is the founder and former CEO and chairman of Berkshire Grey (BG), a company…
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I’m looking forward to joining today’s panel at the Georgia Technology Summit 2026 to discuss: “What Breaks First: How AI Is Exposing Weak Links at…
I’m looking forward to joining today’s panel at the Georgia Technology Summit 2026 to discuss: “What Breaks First: How AI Is Exposing Weak Links at…
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This is so cool! Not long ago, AutoStore™ came out with the news of VersaAI - The autonomous workstation for 24/7 fulfillment. VersaAI is a…
This is so cool! Not long ago, AutoStore™ came out with the news of VersaAI - The autonomous workstation for 24/7 fulfillment. VersaAI is a…
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Bats can navigate through darkness, smoke, and clutter using sound. We asked: can palm-sized aerial robots do the same? I’m thrilled to share that…
Bats can navigate through darkness, smoke, and clutter using sound. We asked: can palm-sized aerial robots do the same? I’m thrilled to share that…
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The arc is only beginning. Left one mission and not yet defined the next.
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HAND ERC partner university Texas A&M University organized the Inaugural HAND Dexterous Design Challenge (DDC2026) for undergraduate students. Twenty…
HAND ERC partner university Texas A&M University organized the Inaugural HAND Dexterous Design Challenge (DDC2026) for undergraduate students. Twenty…
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Congratulations to Damien P., who received a 2026 Mechanical & Industrial Engineering @ UMass Amherst Research Award tonight. I know you are going to…
Congratulations to Damien P., who received a 2026 Mechanical & Industrial Engineering @ UMass Amherst Research Award tonight. I know you are going to…
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We were promised robots. That’s why I spent more than 30 years at iRobot working toward the idea that robotic technology could actually make the…
We were promised robots. That’s why I spent more than 30 years at iRobot working toward the idea that robotic technology could actually make the…
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I’ve been reflecting on what separates average robotics teams from exceptional ones. The best environments I’ve seen share a few traits and…
I’ve been reflecting on what separates average robotics teams from exceptional ones. The best environments I’ve seen share a few traits and…
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Atlanta. MODEX. Let’s Go. April 13 to 16 | Booth 10723 Come see our robotic warehouse automation with a next-level, immersive show floor…
Atlanta. MODEX. Let’s Go. April 13 to 16 | Booth 10723 Come see our robotic warehouse automation with a next-level, immersive show floor…
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Day 3 at MODEX wrapped and Stride shuttle sorter continues to be a major part of the conversation. Teams are looking for smarter ways to increase…
Day 3 at MODEX wrapped and Stride shuttle sorter continues to be a major part of the conversation. Teams are looking for smarter ways to increase…
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It is an honor to be asked to serve my former agency in this way and I'm thrilled to be part of ISAT Study Group.
It is an honor to be asked to serve my former agency in this way and I'm thrilled to be part of ISAT Study Group.
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Day 1 at MODEX is a wrap, and what a start. Thank you to everyone who stopped by booth 10723 to see our solutions in action. From live demos of…
Day 1 at MODEX is a wrap, and what a start. Thank you to everyone who stopped by booth 10723 to see our solutions in action. From live demos of…
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FedEx recently announced a partnership with Berkshire Gray as the company works with external players to develop its automation tech.
FedEx recently announced a partnership with Berkshire Gray as the company works with external players to develop its automation tech.
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The next era for iRobot is officially underway — and there was no better stage than AWE 2026 (Appliances & Electronics World Expo). As a featured…
The next era for iRobot is officially underway — and there was no better stage than AWE 2026 (Appliances & Electronics World Expo). As a featured…
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I’m back at LogiMAT Trade Show for the 15th year in a row, and this year feels different. What is standing out the most to me is the level of…
I’m back at LogiMAT Trade Show for the 15th year in a row, and this year feels different. What is standing out the most to me is the level of…
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Just a shout out to the student AAAI-26 Workflow Chairs! Our Workflow Chairs were the engine at the heart of our Program Team and the effectiveness…
Just a shout out to the student AAAI-26 Workflow Chairs! Our Workflow Chairs were the engine at the heart of our Program Team and the effectiveness…
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UMass Lowell Robotics faculty, students, and alumni at the Human-Robot Interaction Conference last week in Edinburgh! Here’s a sample of our…
UMass Lowell Robotics faculty, students, and alumni at the Human-Robot Interaction Conference last week in Edinburgh! Here’s a sample of our…
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🚀 We’re thrilled to announce our investment in Samara Aerospace’s $10 million Seed round to help bring more stability to satellites in orbit and enable high-sensitivity radio frequency (RF) detection for defense (e.g. hypersonic missiles) and commercial (e.g. vessels) applications. The round was led by Balerion Space Ventures, with participation from IllinoisVentures GP LLC, MFV Partners, and Access Holdings Samara’s vision: Samara is building a new generation of high-stability satellites, called Hummingbirds, designed to detect the faintest RF emissions from Earth and its atmosphere. The problem: Modern satellites are optimized for cost and speed, at the expense of: ⚠️ Signal instability reducing data quality and reliability ⚠️ Limited ability to detect aircraft radar, ship transponders, and advanced weather systems ⚠️ Inefficiencies that translate into lost time, resources, and data What Samara does differently: At the core of Hummingbird is MSAC (Multifunctional Structures for Attitude Control), an active vibration-cancellation system. Instead of passively damping movements and jitters, MSAC actively eliminates them, allowing for: ✅ Extreme satellite stability for ultra-weak RF signal detection ✅ Support for much larger antennas and solar arrays without sacrificing agility ✅ Cut satellite size and weight without impacting performance Traction: Samara recently launched its technology demonstrator, “Cicada” with SpaceX and received Non-dilutive funding including a $4M SpaceWERX Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) award and a NASA Phase I contract. These are in addition to more than $800m in LOIs that Samara holds with aerospace contractors and companies. Samara's plans to deploy a full constellation of these stabilised satellites, enabling faint radio signals detection for dual-use application: Defence: tracking fast-moving targets, including hypersonic missiles, with precision beyond existing technology. Commercial/Civil: providing continuous monitoring and awareness of assets across the globe such as vessels and airplanes. What’s next: 🚀 First mission Hummingbird-1 planned for 2027 🏭 Scaling operations with a new 11,200-sq-ft production facility We’re excited to back Samara Aerospace alongside Balerion Space Ventures and What If Ventures, and are excited for what’s to come. You can read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/enZyy2Xu 💡 Want access to breakthrough ventures like Samara Aerospace? Join our investor network 👉 https://lnkd.in/g4AedRck Note: This announcement is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy securities. #SpaceTech #Aerospace #DefenseTech #DeepTech #VentureCapital
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