Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Automate 2025 Product Preview
Automate 2025 takes place May 12th - 15th in Detroit, MI. 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.
Automate 2025 Q&A with IDS Imaging
We will be exhibiting our latest and upcoming camera technologies including our newest Event based camera, an upcoming time of flight camera and our new streaming camera family.
Automate 2025 Q&A with igus
We will show how our components can help bring automation machinery to the next level by using our components but also how our robotics department can solve your problems for you with our robotics platform called RBTX.com.
Shibaura Machine unveils complete robotics line automation at Automate 2025
At Automate 2025, the company will display all four models from the range: the THE400, THE600, THE800 and THE1000. The compact THE400 is ideal for fast, precise operations in assembly and inspection processes, particularly within the electronics and automotive sectors.
AI-Driven Grasp Depth Estimation
The core innovation of our new patent lies in its self-supervised approach to depth estimation. What that means is, the AI learns to judge the depth of an item it needs to pick up by using its own sensor data and the feedback it gets from its actions.
Automate 2025 Q&A with Zimmer Group
We have evolved from a manufacturer of single components to becoming a full-range provider of complex system solutions in the field of robotics. Our portfolio covers the entire automation spectrum – from high-functioning grippers to robot accessories.
Will AI Take My Job in Manufacturing?
While employees have every right to be sceptical about AI, it’s important to note that integrating AI into existing workflows is actually in place to enhance productivity and remove the need for time-consuming manual tasks.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories
"Robotics is About People - Why You Need Change Management"
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Success in robotics is fundamentally about people, which is why change management is crucial for any organization considering RPA implementation.
Starship Technologies Surpasses 8 Million Deliveries
With operations across multiple countries and US university campuses, Starship is now the undisputed global leader in autonomous delivery, both in scale and in real-world deployment.
Fizyr, Cognibotics and Zivid Deliver World's Fastest Automated Bin Picking Solution
The Zivid 2+R-series camera captures true-to-reality point clouds, even when presented with shiny and transparent objects, in under 150 milliseconds ensuring it does not limit the cycle time of the Cognibotics HKM1800
Robotics and Automation - News Headlines
Flexxbotics to Present Latest Developments in Advanced Robotic Machine Tending at Automate Trade Show
At the event, Flexxbotics will demonstrate the manufacturing of an electro-mechanical product using an advanced robotic machine tending workcell enabled by Flexxbotics. The demonstration will feature a Universal Robots UR30 collaborative robot with SCHUNK pallet coupling interfacing managing multiple factory machines including a Haas 5-Axis Universal Machining Center, Hexagon Tigo Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and MiJet cleaning station. Flexxbotics solution seamlessly connects the robot to each piece of equipment and coordinates the multi-operation jobs.
Algorized Joins MassRobotics to Accelerate the Future of People-Sensing in Robotics
Algorized, a deep tech startup innovating people-sensing AI through its multimodal sensor fusion engine, has joined the prestigious MassRobotics startup community to redefine the future of human-machine interaction.
Dyna Robotics Unveils DYNA-1: The First Commercial-Ready Robot Foundation Model Offering Fully Autonomous, Round-the-Clock Dexterity
DYNA-1 is the first robot foundation model that achieves levels of performance and autonomy suitable for widespread commercial use
Huayan Robotics to Make Official Debut at FABTECH Mexico 2025
Visitors to Booth 1937 can explore Huayan Robotics' advanced robotics solutions, including the Elfin and Elfin-Pro Collaborative Robots and the S-Heavy Payload Robots-each designed to push the boundaries of efficiency, flexibility, and performance on the factory floor.
Why hardware-independence matters in machine vision software
Hardware-independent machine vision software gives users complete freedom in their choice of hardware, allowing them to benefit from greater flexibility and scalability. Thus, companies can significantly increase their process efficiency and save costs.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Product
IP Seals for Robots
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies' IPRS (Ingress Protection Seals for Robots) provides reliable protection for robotic systems operating in harsh environments. Designed to prevent dust, moisture, chemicals, and wear from compromising performance, IPRS extends service life and reduces maintenance. The adaptive Z-shaped geometry ensures sealing integrity under continuous motion, making it ideal for high-speed automation and outdoor applications. Manufactured with high-performance elastomers such as Fluoroprene XP and EPDM, IPRS offers exceptional resistance to lubricants, cleaning agents, and extreme temperatures. This makes it the perfect solution for six-axis robots, SCARA robots, AMRs, AGVs, and cobots.
With its low-friction design and durable materials, IPRS enhances energy efficiency and operational reliability in industrial and autonomous robotics. Learn more about our IPRS Seals
Robotics and Automation - Featured Company
IDS Imaging Development Systems Inc.
World-class image processing and industrial cameras "Made in Germany". Machine vision systems from IDS are powerful and easy to use. IDS is a leading provider of area scan cameras with USB and GigE interfaces, 3D industrial cameras and industrial cameras with artificial intelligence. Industrial monitoring cameras with streaming and event recording complete the portfolio. One of IDS's key strengths is customized solutions. An experienced project team of hardware and software developers makes almost anything technically possible to meet individual specifications - from custom design and PCB electronics to specific connector configurations. Whether in an industrial or non-industrial setting: IDS cameras and sensors assist companies worldwide in optimizing processes, ensuring quality, driving research, conserving raw materials, and serving people. They provide reliability, efficiency and flexibility for your application.
