Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Pallet by pallet - Intelligent robotic vision system destacks up to 800 objects per hour
One of the locations where RODE adds value is for DHL eCommerce in Rotterdam. In this machine, two Ensenso 3D cameras from IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH are implemented to provide the required image data.
Monarch Tractor Announces $133M Series C Funding - Marking Largest-Ever Raise in Agricultural Robotics
With this latest raise, the company behind the world's first fully electric, driver-optional, smart tractor cements its position as a leader in the space
Fast Hexapod Improves Aircraft Manufacturing Process
PI presented a new, high-speed hexapod at the International Aerospace Exhibition ILA Berlin in June 2024, as a partner in the LuFo VI-1: ADMAS (Advanced Machining and Sealing) research project.
Machine Vision Brings Sight and Insight to Industry 5.0 Strategies
Being human-centric, 5IR has far-reaching implications for employees. 5R brings them back onto the plant floor, a step that adds agility and flexibility to automated yet rigid manufacturing processes by enabling the workers to play an active role in decision making.
Automating pick-and-place in food manufacturing
The requirements included automatic pick and place of up to 60 keys per minute, seamless integration with the existing production line and a minimal factory floor footprint.
How robots touch on the future of agriculture
One thing robot researchers are trying to mechanize is the human sense of touch. Sheeraz Athar, one of She’s PhD students, is changing the game by re-thinking how touch works.
Mecademic robots achieve sense of touch with Bota sensors
Mecademic’s plug-and-play micro-automation robots are designed for precision applications in areas such as component manufacturing. To give its robots the required sense of touch, Mecademic has focused on perfecting the use of force torque sensors from Bota Systems.
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Landmark Study Reveals Wearable Robotics Significantly Boost Safety and Efficiency in Industrial Environments
The four-year study, the first of its kind, tracked ergonomics, safety, and injury metrics across more than 65 million lifts at over 40 sites in five industries: Construction, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Retail.
Can Robotics Truly Drive Down Energy Costs?
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The use of robotics in manufacturing has benefits far beyond efficiency. As such, this technology can be a sound investment even if it does not deliver significant electrical consumption reductions.
Standard Bots Secures $63M in Funding to Propel American Manufacturing Forward with AI-Driven Robotics
With VC support from General Catalyst, Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund, and Samsung Next, Standard Bots is bringing to market software and hardware engineered for next-gen AI robotics arms, serving renowned organizations such as NASA
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LUCID Adds High-Resolution Sony IMX992 and IMX993 SenSWIR Sensors to Triton2 - 2.5GigE Camera
The camera's capability of imaging in the short-wavelength infrared spectrum allows for superior performance in various industrial applications, including semiconductor inspection, food and agriculture, medical and life sciences, material sorting and packaging.
igus to Exhibit Cutting-Edge Engineering and Automation Solutions at IMTS 2024
Visit igus at booths 236557 and 236230
Robotic pods to enhance visitor accessibility at Vancouver International Airport through B.C.'s Integrated Marketplace
A&K Robotics' autonomous pods, called Cruz mobility pods, utilize an intelligent navigation system to help connect people with mobility challenges to the full airport experience, including accessing shops, restaurants, accessible washroom facilities and other amenities.
Quectel Unveils Industry-First Quad-Band GNSS Module, Expanding Comprehensive GNSS Solutions Portfolio
Providing the instantaneous centimeter-level accuracy needed to ensure the precision required for applications such as precision agriculture, robotic lawn mowers, surveying and personal robots, the module also delivers superior coverage that supports base stations from greater distances, ensuring reliable performance.
Lucid Bots Acquires Avianna, Enhancing AI and Autonomous Operations in Robots that Make Cleaning Easier
This strategic partnership marks a major milestone in Lucid Bots' mission to create intelligent, productive, and responsible robots integrated into daily life.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Product
Bota Systems - The SensONE 6-axis force torque sensor for robots
Our Bota Systems force torque sensors, like the SensONE, are designed for collaborative and industrial robots. It enables human machine interaction, provides force, vision and inertia data and offers "plug and work" foll all platforms. The compact design is dustproof and water-resistant. The ISO 9409-1-50-4-M6 mounting flange makes integrating the SensONE sensor with robots extremely easy.
No adapter is needed, only fasteners! The SensONE sensor is a one of its kind product and the best solution for force feedback applications and collaborative robots at its price. The SensONE is available in two communication options and includes software integration with TwinCAT, ROS, LabVIEW and MATLAB®.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Company
Staubli Corporation
Stäubli is a leading manufacturer of textile machinery, quick release couplings and robotics systems. With a workforce of over 4500 employees Stäubli is present in 25 countries supported by a comprehensive distribution network in 50 countries worldwide. Stäubli's North American headquarters is located in Duncan, South Carolina and has over 200 employees supporting Textile, Connectors and Robotics customers, with a dynamic sales force strategically placed on the West Coast, Canada, Mexico, and elsewhere throughout the continent.
