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Edge Computing and AI in Manufacturing

With Tacton we wanted to give users the flexibility and configuration options they need to outfit their facility, while ensuring the system was reliable, secure, and easy to install.

On the Horizon: A Robot to Assist ALS Patients

CART will learn from only a few examples in an interactive manner by actively prompting the caregiver for demonstration examples as the robot needs, and thereby not overly burdening the caregiver.

Automate 2024 Product Preview

Automate 2024 takes place May 6th - 9th in Chicago, Illinois. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.

Talking AUTOMATE 2024 with TM Robotics

Visitors will have the chance to see the entire THE robot range, including the THE400, THE600, THE800 and THE1000. The line-up includes robots of different sizes and strengths, providing visitors with an opportunity to find the perfect model for their application.

Talking AUTOMATE 2024 with TECH RIM Standards

TRS has been active with A3 for years, and as the Detroit show proved --- there are tremendous opportunities at Automate.

Talking AUTOMATE 2024 with DESTACO

Witness the power of precision movement, workholding, and indexing technology that will take your operations to new heights. Our booth is packed with ultra-precise end-of-arm tooling, state-of-the-art conveyors, and other top products from CAMCO, Ferguson and Robohand.

Elysium Robotics’ Artificial Muscles are Paving the Way for Humanoid Adoption

While adoption of single-purpose cobots is widespread in industrial settings, the potential of general-purpose humanoid robotics remains largely untapped, with their appeal being their versatility.

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Autonomous Flying in a Swarm BionicBee - ultralight flying object with precise control

With the BionicBee, the Bionic Learning Network has now for the first time developed a flying object that can fly in large numbers and completely autonomously in a swarm. The BionicBee will present its first flight show at the Hannover Messe 2024.

ZIMMER GROUP'S NEW ZIMO FLEXIBLE ROBOT CELL SMOOTHS THE PATH TO AUTOMATION

There are few who would argue that the combination of labor and skills shortages, together with the drive to attain greater levels of productivity, means that automation is now becoming an essential part of manufacturing for a greater number of businesses, especially SMEs.

The most compact Motion Control System on the market

FAULHABER is introducing a new Motion Control System. More precisely: The world's smallest Integrated Motion Controller.

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Doosan Robotics to Unveil New, Best-in-Class Cobot at Automate 2024

The Industry-Leading Motion Platform Company will Present Cutting-Edge Products Like the Award-Winning Dart-Suite Robot Ecosystem and an AI-Powered Bartending Cobot "Mixmaster Moodie"

OMRON and NEURA Robotics Partner to Unveil New Cognitive Robot and Seamless Integration of Automation Technologies at Automate 2024

OMRON and Neura Robotics to unveil new line of cognitive robots and advanced AI-driven automation technologies at Automate.

RobotShop Launches Innovative Robotics Integration Program

RobotShop Inc., the world's leading source of robotics technology, proudly announces the launch of its comprehensive Robotics Integration Services, set to transform the landscape of industry automation by providing the next level of robotics solutions, servicing, integration and support.

High Speed Piezo Actuators for Micro- and Nano-Dispensing

Highest repetition rates, reliable operation, and customizable design are strengths of PI's newest piezo ceramic actuators.

Universal Robots Emerges as Preferred Robotics Platform for AI Solutions at Automate 2024

At North America's largest automation show, the cobot pioneer will redefine the frontiers of physical AI, showcasing how the 'ChatGPT moment for robots' has arrived in a wide range of applications. Automate attendees will also experience how Universal Robots' newest cobot models, the UR20 and UR30, automate tasks with increased payload, reach, and torque.

Robotics and Automation - Featured Product

Robotmaster® 2024

Robotmaster® 2024

Program multi-robot cells and automatically solve robotic errors with ease. Hypertherm Associates announces a new version to its robotic programming software. Robotmaster 2024 addresses key market trends including the support for programming multiple robots in a single work cell and the demand for automatic trajectory optimization and robotic error correction.

Robotics and Automation - Featured Company

Lucid Vision Labs

Lucid Vision Labs

LUCID Vision Labs, Inc. designs and manufactures innovative machine vision cameras and components that utilize the latest technologies to deliver exceptional value to customers. Our compact, high-performance GigE Vision cameras are suited for a wide range of industries and applications such as factory automation, medical, life sciences and logistics. We innovate dynamically to create products that meet the demands of machine vision for Industry 4.0. Our expertise combines deep industry experience with a passion for product quality, technology innovation and customer service excellence. LUCID Vision Labs, Inc. was founded in January 2017 and is located in Richmond, BC, Canada with local offices in Germany, Japan, South Korea, China and Taiwan. For more information, please visit www.thinklucid.com.