Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
2025 Top Article - The Ultimate Guide to Depth Perception and 3D Imaging Technologies
Depth perception helps mimic natural spatial awareness by determining how far or close objects are, which makes it invaluable for 3D imaging systems. Get expert insights on how depth perception works, the cues involved, as well as the various types of depth sensing cameras.
StackTrax - The Industry’s First Off-The-Shelf Dual Axis RTU
Compared to alternative solutions, such as multiple robots or overhead gantry systems, StackTrax can provide a space and cost-saving alternative that will improve cycle time and overall throughput.
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.
CASE STUDY STT SYSTEMS and STEMMER IMAGING: AUTOMOTIVE BOLT INSPECTION SYSTEM WITH GOCATOR SMART 3D LASER PROFILERS
LMI Technologies, in partnership with STT Systems and Stemmer Imaging, implemented an automated quality inspection system to detect missing bolts on automotive blanks. The system integrated multiple Gocator 3D sensors and an RFID tracking system for real-time analysis.
How U.S. Manufacturing VPs Can Close the Execution Gap — The New Playbook for Operational Excellence
Operational excellence used to mean efficiency. Now, it means consistency.
In a volatile manufacturing environment, the winners aren’t those with the best machines or biggest budgets — they’re the ones who can execute the same playbook flawlessly, every day, on every
The Right 3D Vision Scanner for Robotic Programming: Laser Profilers vs Structured Light Scanners in Industrial Automation
By combining flexible vision technology with automated processing, manufacturers and system integrators can shorten deployment cycles, reduce reliance on fixtures, and achieve the adaptability needed for high-mix, high-precision production.
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.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories
ReBeLMove Pro: modular robot platform for logistics, assembly and handling
Autonomous mobile robot from igus promises simple configuration with flexible superstructures and easy commissioning
ATEC2025·Real-World Extreme Challenge Concludes with Zhejiang University Team Claiming $150,000 Prize for Breakthrough in Fully Autonomous Robotics
Thirteen global teams push the boundaries of “no remote control” robotics, driving the evolution from teleoperated tools to autonomous agents
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.
Robotics and Automation - News Headlines
New Heights in Dynamic Performance: DEEP Robotics' Robots Achieve All-Weather Stable Mobility
Addressing the two persistent challenges of "poor environmental adaptability" and "rigid motion" common among humanoid robots in the physical world, DEEP Robotics provides a novel solution through the DR02.
RealMan Robotics Launches Next-Generation High-Power-Density Joint Modules for High-Performance Robotics
A Unified Power Base for Robotics
Quintus Technologies and Lyric Robot Form Strategic Collaboration to Accelerate Industrialization of Solid-State Battery Production
Integrating High Pressure and Automation for Next-Gen Battery Production
Innoviz Technologies Unveils InnovizThree, a Quantum Leap in Innoviz's LiDAR Solutions
-Marking a major evolution in Innoviz's LiDAR technology, InnovizThree features a small form factor specially designed for behind the windshield and roof mounting integrations
-The InnovizThree dimensions make it ideal for AI-enhanced platforms such as humanoids, micro robotics and drones
-InnovizThree will be demonstrated live for the first time at CES 2026, booth #7318
TARS Demonstrates a Robot That Can Perform Hand Embroidery, Breaking Through a Key Automation Bottleneck in Flexible Manufacturing
This breakthrough in ultra-fine, flexible manipulation effectively overcomes a major industrial automation barrier, enabling robots to perform similarly complex tasks like intricate wire harness assembly and providing a new pathway for intelligent manufacturing upgrades.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Product
TM Robotics - Shibaura Machine THE SCARA range
The THE range from Shibaura Machine is an extensive line up of SCARA robots. Available in four arm lengths THE400 (400mm), THE600 (600mm) and the most recent THE800 (800mm) and THE1000 (1000mm), this range is suitable for assembly, handling, inspection and pick and place processes in varied industrial applications. The THE1000 boasts a 20kg payload capacity and an impressive 0.44 second cycle time, providing high speeds for processes with large components. In fact, the range has been recognised for as the price-to-performance leader compared to other SCARA models in its price range due to its impressive speed versus payload capacity.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Company
TM Robotics (Americas) Inc
TM Robotics, in partnership with Shibaura Machine, formerly known as Toshiba Machine until 1st April 2020, offers a comprehensive range of industrial robots ideally suited for high-precision assembly, machine loading/unloading and material-handling applications that can be dust proof, clean room, or IP65/67. The company's extensive product line starts with a Cartesian solution available in thousands of combinations from single actuators to four-axis solutions; six-axis solutions that can include precise vision-control; and a complete range of SCARAs from low cost to the industry-leading SCARA with 1200-mm reach that can carry up to 20 kgs. TM Robotics sells and services robots throughout Europe, the Middle East, India, Russia, and Africa, as well as North, Central, and South America, from headquarters in Hertfordshire, England and Elk Grove Village, IL, USA. For more information, visit www.tmrobotics.com or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube.
