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Trane® Saves Over 80 Hours of Robot Programming Time

Their biggest challenge and opportunity for automation was the manual, labor-intensive tube rolling process. Because each chiller was a customized product, there was no single standardization to the hole patterns—adding to the complexity of a potential automation process.

Updating Warehouse Automation Solutions to Improve Productivity and Profitability

Instead of having a thin layer of WES and FMS that cannot be dissociated from the robotic solution, I foresee robust, best of breed, stand-alone FMS and WES applications being developed.

AI Robots Rolling Out in Industry: Which Sectors Benefit Most?

While robots automate physical processes, AI can automate digital and more dynamic ones. However, these two technologies are starting to come together, and AI robots could dramatically impact several industries.

Connecting Robot Accessories to Any Industrial Network

Robots need accessories to work efficiently. But what’s the easiest way to connect the accessories to factory networks? The easiest way is to use HMS Networks’ ready-made Anybus products, as RSP found out.

Robot-based Automation: 3 Tips for a Time and Cost-efficient Implementation

Following the no-code/low-code trend, there are various software solutions on the market that enable graphical and therefore simplified and faster programming. The advantage is that no special programming skills are required.

AI-powered Perception Engine for Mobile Robots

Perception Engine, provides mobile robots with advanced perception capabilities. It delivers a revolutionary way of learning an environment and performing localization, obstacle detection, mapping, free space detection and other, higher levels of perception.

How to Reduce Chatter in Robotic Milling Applications

Machine tools are as much as 50 times stiffer than robotic arms. This lack of stiffness in robots makes it challenging to produce the desired performance. Minimizing chatter is a frequent concern and should not be overlooked to ensure the right results the first time.

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ABB predicts top US robotics trends

Labor shortages present new opportunities for robotic automation. AI and connected digital networks will make robots easier to use, enabling them to take on more tasks in new industries.

OrionStar Robotics to Unveil Fully-Automated Restaurant Solution at NRA 2023

This innovative solution integrates AI-powered robots with self-ordering and self-checkout devices, KDS, table trackers, and robot call buttons, enabling the robots to perform multiple roles, from order takers and food runners to table bussers.

How the Talent Shortage Is Helping and Hindering the Field of Robotics

Modern robotics has existed for roughly a century, but innovation has risen sharply in the last decade. The rise has partly come out of necessity due to a talent shortage.

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V-TYPE Lever Series for Extra Tough Connectivity

Mencom's V-TYPE lever for secure connection offers a unique closing mechanism, stainless steel construction, and vertical pressure-based locking providing durability and protection (IP66/IP67/IP69).

Commercial Drone Alliance and Commercial UAV Expo Announce Elevated Partnership

Commercial UAV Expo, the largest and fastest-growing global commercial drone trade show and conference, announced Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) as its Official Association Partner. In a reciprocal move, CDA announced Commercial UAV Expo as its Official Trade Show Partner. The announcements between these prominent entities solidify their shared commitment to advancing the commercial drone industry and fostering innovation and growth within the community. Together, they aim to enhance the overall experience and opportunities for professionals in the commercial drone sector at Commercial UAV Expo and beyond.

PERRONE ROBOTICS UNVEILS GROUNDBREAKING FUSION OF GPT AI AND MAX ROBOTICS OPERATING SYSTEM FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES

Revolutionary New GPT AI Integration Produces Unprecedented Acceleration of Verifiable Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Maneuvers and Behaviors

DEEP Robotics Debuts New Lite3 quadrupedal robots at ICRA 2023 in London

Alongside the Lite3, DEEP Robotics also showcased its four-legged, or quadrupedal, X20 robot. The Lite3 and X20 represent the latest developments in DEEP Robotics' technology for advanced mobility and modular functions.

MiR Celebrates 10th Anniversary as Global Growth Continues

As a leading global manufacturer of autonomous mobile robots, Mobile Industrial Robots takes new steps to provide flexible, user-friendly, and cost-effective automation of internal logistics to large multinational customers worldwide.

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