Brightpick, a maker of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), on Tuesday announced a lofty addition to its current line. The appropriately named Giraffe system is notable for its large, retractable ...

Back in 2015, the Amazon Picking Challenge tried to spur more research into warehouse automation. The competition inspired some of the company's most advanced robots, including Sparrow and Robin.

The appropriately named Giraffe system is notable for its large, retractable platform capable of reaching up to 20 feet (6 meters) in height to pick items from warehouse shelves.