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How to Overcome Cobot Design Challenges

Although collaborative robots have become widely available and used in numerous industries, the professionals who design them frequently encounter and must overcome various challenges in cobot design. How should designers address them?

Robot-Driven Manufacturing Enables "Lights-Out" Production

The required solution would need to provide seamless connectivity and communication with the RoboDrill machines, as well as additional factory machinery throughout the company targeted for robotic automation moving forward.

Robotecki Redefines Robotics Precision Cutting and Drilling Applications with RoboDK

With their application, the team at Robotecki not only reduced labor-dependency for these key tasks, they improved the quality of production and throughput.

The Future of Autonomous and Wireless Charging

The real driver of change has been the need to reduce manual intervention and lower operational costs. When a robot can charge itself safely and autonomously, maintenance downtime drops dramatically, and so does total cost of ownership.

2025 Top Article - ANYbotics ANYmal robot is addressing key challenges in Industrial Robotics

The ANYmal robot addresses key challenges in industrial operations by offering autonomous, highly mobile inspection capabilities in complex and hazardous environments. Its four-legged design enables navigation through uneven terrains, stairs, and confined spaces.

2025 Top Article - Redefining industries with robotics and AI

While robotics have been a staple in the automotive manufacturing industry for decades, the applications have now spread far beyond, reshaping industries from agriculture to healthcare and service industries.

2025 Top Article - Purpose-Built, Specialized Robots are the Future

Wheeled robots like ours are more efficient for the same reason cycling is more efficient than running, which includes less of a fight with gravity. The efficiency, as well as the sheer complexity of humanoid robots adds up to something that may be very much higher cost.

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European researchers developed energy-efficient machine vision inspired by human eyesight and the brain

This enables, for instance, intelligent robots and drones that can operate independently in a rescue mission after an earthquake without constant network connections or bulky batteries.

The Role of Emotional Intelligence When Implementing Industrial Robotics

Emotional intelligence remains a vital leadership skill for manufacturing and industrial leaders embracing robotics. Here’s why it matters and how leaders can foster it, helping organizations reap the full benefits of automation while maintaining human-centric workplaces.

The Hiring Freeze Came First. The Robots Came After.

This is not just a vibes-based assessment: in May, the U.S. reported around 332,000 open jobs in transportation, warehousing, and utilities, plus another 400,000 in manufacturing. Wages are up, benefits are better, yet demand still outpaces supply.

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Precision Motion Control Solutions Trusted by OEMs for 25 Years

Midwest Motion Products, Inc. (MMP) is celebrating its 25th anniversary as a trusted manufacturer of motion control solutions for OEMs across a wide range of industries. Founded in 2001, the company has grown from a small startup into a reliable supplier of precision-engineered DC motors, gearmotors, motor controllers, and motion control equipment.

MMP D22-376D-24V GP52-408 (Brushed 24V DC Gearmotor capable of producing up to 443 in-lbs continuous torque with an output speed of 10 RPM. IP54 protected and under 2.5

Midwest Motion Products: The Leaders in Rapid Prototyping of High-Quality Motion Control Solutions Model Number: MMP D22-376D-24V GP52-408

MMP D33-455F-36V GP81-068 (Brushed 36V DC Gearmotor capable of producing up to 245 in-lbs continuous torque and 1079 in-lbs peak torque with an output speed of 47 RPM)

The Leaders in Rapid Prototyping of High-Quality Motion Control Solutions Model Number: MMP D33-455F-36V GP81-068

Pudu Robotics Launches PUDU T150 to Broaden Access to Light-Payload Industrial Automation

Built for 150 kg payload applications, PUDU T150 emphasizes fast deployment, stable operation, and high cost efficiency. The new model is intended to lower the entry barrier to industrial automation for manufacturers and logistics operators, particularly in 3C electronics, plastic components, and small-item warehousing for FMCG, beauty, and fast fashion industries.

Humanoid Deploys NVIDIA Technologies to Power Advanced Humanoid Robots

Jetson Thor drives the alpha prototype of HMND 01 robots across two platforms: a wheeled system designed for industrial environments, and a recently released bipedal robot which is intended mainly for R&D for future service and household applications.

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DESTACO - Revolutionizing Industrial Automation

DESTACO - Revolutionizing Industrial Automation

Looking for a reliable solution to enhance your automation process? Look no further than the DESTACO Robohand Grippers. These grippers are designed for the modern world of robotics, offering unparalleled performance and precision. Whether you need to grip fragile items, irregularly shaped objects, or heavy-duty components, the DESTACO Robohand Grippers have got you covered. Their modular design allows for quick and easy customization, ensuring a perfect fit for your application.

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e-con Systems

e-con Systems

Since 2003, e-con Systems® has been designing, developing & manufacturing custom and off-the-shelf OEM camera solutions. Backed by a large in-house team of experts, our cameras are currently embedded in 350+ customer products. So far, we have shipped over 2 million cameras to the USA, Europe, Japan, South Korea, & more. Our portfolio includes MIPI, GMSL, GigE, USB cameras, ToF & Stereo cameras & smart AI cameras. They come with industry-leading features, including low-light performance, HDR, global shutter, LED flicker mitigation, multi-camera synchronization, & IP69K-rated enclosure. e-con Systems® also offers TintE™ - an FPGA-based ISP with all necessary imaging pipeline components. It provides a full ISP pipeline as a turnkey solution, featuring optimized, customizable blocks like debayering, AWB, AE, gamma correction and more. Our powerful partner ecosystem, comprising sensor partners, ISP partners, carrier board partners, & more, enables us to offer end-to-end vision solutions.