Aptiv and Robust.AI develop collaborative robots for industry and warehouses

Automotive Supplier Aptiv Launches Collaborative Robot on the Market

2025-11-17 From Sven Prawitz | Translated by AI 1 min Reading Time

Aptiv brings its expertise from automated driving into industrial robotics. Together with Robust.AI, the supplier aims to develop collaborative robots for warehouses and production.

Aptiv launches a collaborative robot—supported by Robust.AI.(Image: Aptiv) — Aptiv launches a collaborative robot—supported by Robust.AI.
(Image: Aptiv)

Aptiv and Robust.AI are jointly developing collaborative robots for warehouse and industrial automation. According to the companies, the partnership combines Aptiv's sensing and computing power with Robust.AI's robotics expertise.

According to the company, the joint platform includes several components: the supplier's Pulse sensor combines an all-around view camera with ultra-short-range radar for 360-degree detection. The machine learning methods Radar ML and Behavior ML are derived from Aptiv's driver assistance systems and are designed to enable real-time perception in complex environments.

Automotive And Industrial Technology Combined

Robust.AI contributes its platform architecture—with AI-supported optical sensors, real-time SLAM, a holonomic drive system (chassis), and a pressure-sensitive handlebar for handover to human operators. In the extended proof-of-concept, the partners use Aptiv computing platforms and Wind River software such as the real-time operating system "VxWorks."

Software functions are visible on the displays. However, a comprehensive IT system is needed to coordinate all systems with each other. There are different operating systems for this. (Image:Volkswagen AG)

The multifunctional cobot Carter from Robust.AI combines three robotic functions according to the manufacturer: picking, transport, and mobile sorting. The software-defined functionality allows multiple workflows to be mapped onto one platform.

Aptiv's global manufacturing capabilities are intended to enable scalable production. Robust.AI focuses on human-centered design and AI-powered workflows.

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