Palladyne AI Corp. (NASDAQ: PDYN) and FANUC America launched a strategic collaboration on September 8, 2026.

The partnership integrates the Palladyne IQ physical AI software platform with FANUC’s industrial robot portfolio. This initiative targets increased adaptability and easier deployment across manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics sectors.

The companies aim to mitigate labor shortages and improve productivity through flexible automation. Key development focuses include AI-driven motion planning, optimized software-hardware integration, and standardized workflows.

These advancements allow robots to perform complex tasks in dynamic environments rather than rigid, single-purpose operations.