Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
BTM INDUSTRIAL IS HOSTING AN ONLINE SALE OF INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS ON DECEMBER 17-18, 2025
Includes more than 200 robots designed to automate tasks, such as welding, manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, and food processing. This court-authorized sale requires the liquidation of all assets, regardless of price.
What are the motion control requirements for additive manufacturing machines?
3D printed objects can include intricate machine components, through to edible items, and as a result, the additive material could range from powdered metals to chocolate. Whatever the material and shape required, functionally, the 3D printing technique is the same.
What is Agentic AI and is it here to stay?
Agentic AI is another concept that is slowly entering the vocabulary of professionals and the warehousing industry. How can it be used efficiently in the market, for what purposes, and what would be a potential timeline for adoption?
Automation Solutions Mergers & Acquisitions Update
Bundy Group is an investment banking and Mergers & Acquisitions advisory specialist that has specialized in the automation and industrial technology markets for over 16 years.
How LAPP Rebuilt Its Inventory Process with Autonomous Drones
For LAPP USA, Corvus One turned a labor-intensive, error-prone process into a nightly automated workflow that provides reliable visibility, reduces costs, and improves customer service.
Sonair’s ADAR 3D Ultrasonic Sensor
ADAR stands out by combining full-3D sensing via ultra-sound, strong safety credentials, cost efficiency and ease of integration. This is enabling robots to safely work in closer proximity to people and in tougher environments than many existing solutions.
Optimizing Wheel Drives for AGVs and AMRs: What OEMs Need to Know About Motion Control
The motor and actuator selection behind each wheel can make or break the success of the entire system. In this post, we’ll explore the core challenges in mobile robot drive systems and how customized motion control solutions from DINGS' Motion USA can help you meet them.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories
SoftBank's $5.4B ABB Robotics Deal: Why IT Service Providers Should Treat Robotics as a Core Practice
As autonomy and embodied intelligence mature, IT service providers may not need to participate in every layer, but those who develop focused capabilities—whether in advisory, integration, or managed operations—will be better placed as demand grows.
Humanoid Robots to Drive Billions in Rod End Sales Over the Next Decade
According to Goldman Sachs, the humanoid robot market is projected to reach $38 billion by 2035, with shipments surpassing 1.4 million units, driven by labor shortages and advancements in AI technology.
Automatic Visual Inspection: The Secret to Flawless Manufacturing Quality
By switching to a digital inspection framework, manufacturers aren't removing the human element; they are elevating it. Instead of spotting defects, engineers can focus on fixing the root cause.
Robotics and Automation - News Headlines
Inbolt Unveils Human-Like Bin Picking Solution Powered by On-Arm AI Vision
The new real-time robot guidance system enables flexible and low-cost bin picking for unstructured environments, achieving 95% success rates and sub-1-second pick cycles in live automotive production.
Humanoids Summit Enters Asia with Landmark Japan Event in May 2026
Tokyo joins Silicon Valley and London in a growing global series shaping the future of next-generation humanoid robotics
Advanced Intralogistics and AlphaOne Robotics Partner to Deliver Automated Trailer Unloading & Receiving Automation
The partnership is focused on the deployment of AlphaOne Robotics Sigma Unloader. A robotic unloading solution, Sigma unloader is designed to address a critical pain point in material handling, improving dock processes and throughput.
ALM Ventures Announces New Fund Focused on Humanoid Robots, Embodied AI, and Spatial Intelligence
Fund I Highlights Ten Early Investments Made During Fund Formation
Robo.ai Inc. Reaches a $180 Million Financing Agreement with ATW Partners
The Company intends to utilize the proceeds from this financing primarily to support strategic transformation, potential mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate operations.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Product
igus - triflex R robot dresspacks
Properly managed cables on a multi-axis robot are the difference between successful, failure-free operation and frequent unplanned downtime and lost profits. Discover how triflex® robot dresspacks are designed to protect cables in multi-axis motion - extending cable life, minimizing costs, and reducing unplanned downtime.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Company
PDS / Precision Drive Systems
Over 40,000 Spindles Repaired or Rebuilt Since 1996. PDS is a global leader in spindle repairs and retrofits for precision metal and robotics applications. With over 40,000 spindles repaired to better than-new-condition. PDS also offers new spindles, CNC accessories, and Industry 4.0 spindle monitoring. With offices in Bessemer City, NC (near Charlotte) and Herford, Germany PDS backs superb craftsmanship with a standard 12 month warranty on repaired spindles and an optional, industry-leading 24 month PrecisionCare warranty.
