Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews

Consumers are Ready for a Robot-Assisted World

Leveraging innovations in machine intelligence, environmental sensing and automation, leading technology manufacturers are now selling a variety of autonomous mobile robots capable of assisting consumer-facing workers with an approachable, friendly design.

AMRs in Fleet Operation and Test Deployment

Manufacturing companies are turning to AMR support in increasing numbers, not just on a small scale, but the interest in entire AMR fleets is gaining significant traction.

How Robotics Can Help Global Renewable Energy Goals & Create Jobs

By buffering the dangerous aspects of solar module maneuvering and installation, these smart robotic arms are creating processes to move solar equipment faster and build sites with fewer errors.

The Innovation Behind the Orbital Flex™ Design Gear Solution

Motus Labs was built around the concept of innovation in the robotic gear solutions space, & we’re constantly looking for ways to improve the customer experience and the performance of our robotic gears. This idea is even further supported by our recent gear solution desig

3D Time-of-Flight Camera Aids Robotic Palletizers

Regardless of the palletizing method, the goal of any supply chain operation is to ship out the most product possible. This can only be done by making the best use of the space on each individual pallet, even if it means just one more package per pallet.

Motors and Motion Control Technologies in Orthopedic Surgical Robotics

Motors found inside orthopedic tools normally serve as the primary power source for driving devices like bone saws, drills or shavers. In these variable speed applications, motors need to be exceptionally small in diameter, lightweight & capable of running at high speed.

Innovation in Mobile Robots for Warehouse Automation

The software is where the real magic is, though, at ForwardX. Our f(x) Fleet Manager is constantly improving using deep learning AI that analyzes every input and creates the most efficient process when dispatching AMRs for large orders or multiple orders.

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Zipline Unveils New Autonomous System Capable of Quiet, Fast and Precise Home Delivery

The company’s next generation home delivery platform is practically silent (designed to sound like wind rustling leaves), and is expected to deliver up to 7 times as fast as traditional automobile delivery, completing 10-mile deliveries in about 10 minutes.

ABB to expand Robotics factory in US

Newly expanded, highly automated facility will create new jobs in the state of Michigan. Expansion featuring the latest in automated and advanced manufacturing processes to open November 2023

Designing the Trustworthy Cobots and Robotics Systems of the Future

Learn more about USING SECURE, CLOUD-BASED TECHNOLOGIES. Robotics is moving from an opportunity in business and facility operations to a necessity in many industries. As a result, organizations must plan for multi-vendor robots, intelligent traffic flows, storage, and more.

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LUCID Launches Triton2 - 2.5GigE Camera Family Redefining the Base GigE Transfer Rate

LUCID Vision Labs, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of unique and innovative industrial vision cameras, today announced the launch of its new Triton2 camera family featuring a 2.5GigE interface and the latest Sony Pregius S sensors.

Robohood AI-Driven Robotic Painter Opens New Studio in South Florida

Robohood, the world's first robotics & AI-driven art & technology company opens new showcase studio in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Applied Manufacturing Technologies Achieves Multiple FANUC Awards for Outstanding Sales

For the fourth time since 2015, AMT received the prestigious FANUC Sales Growth Award at the FANUC Authorized System Integrator (ASI) Conference. AMT was also recognized for yearly sales of more than 50 FANUC robots in 2022.

NEW COMPACT ELECTRONIC ROTARY LATCH FROM SOUTHCO OFFERS HIGH-STRENGTH SECURITY IN A SMALL PACKAGE

Southco's new R4-EM-05 Electronic Rotary Latch provides concealed, electronic latching and increased security without sacrificing strength or functionality, making it an ideal choice for applications with significant space limitations.

RobotLAB Proudly Announces Robot Collaboration With LG Business Solutions USA

The Innovative Robotics Company Will Support Expanded Deployment of LG's Commercial Robot Portfolio

Robotics and Automation - Featured Product

Piab’s Kenos KCS Gripper

Piab's Kenos KCS Gripper

Piab's Kenos KCS gripper enables a collaborative robot to handle just about anything at any time. Combining Piab's proprietary air-driven COAX vacuum technology with an easily replaceable technical foam that molds itself around any surface or shape, the gripper can be used to safely grip, lift and handle any object. Standard interface (ISO) adapters enable the whole unit to be attached to any cobot type on the market with a body made in a lightweight 3D printed material. Approved by Universal Robots as a UR+ end effector.

Robotics and Automation - Featured Company

REIKU NORTH AMERICA

REIKU NORTH AMERICA

Almost 85% of Robotics Downtime can be directly attributed to cable or hose failures. For 50 years REIKU has been recognized as the Global Leader in Hi Tech Cable Protection Systems. The cost of production downtime and the eventual replacement of failed cables and hoses can be dramatically reduced or even eliminated with REIKU Robotic Cable Management System Solutions. REIKU works closely with all of the major Robot manufacturers developing "customer oriented system solutions".