Amazon Debuts Vulcan Robot with Human Touch | What It Means for Warehousing

18/05/2025 6 min
Amazon Debuts Vulcan Robot with Human Touch | What It Means for Warehousing

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Episode Synopsis

Amazon has introduced Vulcan, its first robot with a sense of touch, now operating in Spokane and Hamburg fulfillment centers.

⏱️ Time Stamps:

0:00 – Amazon announces Vulcan robot
0:15 – Vulcan’s capabilities: Force sensors, suction cups & vision
0:53 – Hair straightener meets ruler? Describing the tech
1:30 – Why warehouse automation is gaining momentum
2:40 – Human dexterity vs robots
3:25 – Will Vulcan ever hit stores? Not so fast
4:00 – Naming robots: Why always sci-fi?
5:00 – What’s realistic: 10–20 year outlook for stores
5:45 – Final thoughts on Vulcan's warehouse potential

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