Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Mobile robot forecast downgraded as macro-economic factors continue to bite
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Our new report outlines how governments have struggled in the aftermath of the pandemic, how the retail industry is still going through a post-Covid correction, why China’s economy is weaker than expected, and how automotive has been hit by slow uptake of electric vehicles
Revolutionizing Automotive Manufacturing Intralogistics
Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are designed to enhance intralogistics, the complex process of managing and transporting materials within a manufacturing facility, which is critical in automotive production.
Stretch and Spot: Increasing Operational Efficiency and Making Warehouse Work Safer
Stretch currently unloads boxes autonomously at the Hermes Fulfillment center, while Spot supports predictive maintenance by inspecting fire exits and structural changes and detecting air and gas leaks.
How NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin™ helps unlock the power of surround-view camera solutions
The blog explains how these cameras enable precise maneuvering, reduce manual intervention, and enhance safety in various embedded vision applications.
Why this wheel drive is getting so much attention from design engineers
To simplify the development of AGVs and AMRs, ElectroCraft offers a unique, integrated wheel drive platform, which provides increased performance and reliability at an affordable price compared to traditional motor/gearbox/wheel combinations.
Integrating Servo Drives with Robotics: Key Considerations for Seamless Automation
In this article, we will explore the key considerations for integrating servo drives with robotics to achieve smoother, more effective automation systems.
Longer tool service life, lower energy consumption
It has become essential for production companies to manufacture in a climate-friendly and economical way. With process-integrated measures, pollutant emissions and the use of resources must be kept as low as possible, while protecting and relieving the burden on employees.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories
The Battle of Price and Progress: Making AI Affordable for the Smaller Businesses
Brain-inspired architectures are making AI models more efficient and less resource-intensive. This convergence of AI innovation and energy efficiency points to a future where AI isn’t just the domain of large corporations but a tool accessible to all.
Mastering peak season with robotics & automation
This year, continued economic uncertainty and geopolitical disruption are once again complicating peak season planning, compounded by the ongoing industry-wide labor shortage which makes it harder to scale the workforce fast enough to meet demand.
Carnegie Robotics Unveils Cutting-Edge Body-Worn Compute System for Military Use
Carnegie Robotics introduces military-grade, body-worn compute system called CardShark that is gaining traction with Booz Allen Hamilton
Robotics and Automation - News Headlines
Advantech Launches MIC-732 Series, Embedded with NVIDIA Nova Orin, to Accelerate AI Autonomous Mobile Robots Market
Advantech, a leading provider of industrial edge AI solutions, is excited to announce the release of the MIC-732-AO and MIC-732D-AO, which together form an all-in-one autonomous mobile robot (AMR) AI system and developer kit embedded with NVIDIA Nova Orin.
OTA Update Powers Smarter Robots in Industrial Automation
Leverage OTA updates to unlock advanced capabilities in industrial automation. Seamless updates enhance robot intelligence, improve operational efficiency, and ensure adaptability to dynamic manufacturing demands. Revolutionize automation with cutting-edge, remotely managed solutions.
Flexiv Robotics Unveils Cutting-Edge Innovations During the Opening of the Stanford Robotics Center
The inaugural ceremony showcased Flexiv's latest robotic advancements, alongside a host of world-famous industry pioneers and academic leaders.
AgTechLogic and Birds Eye Aerial Drones Partner to Provide Next Generation Visual Technology to Further Sustainable Farming
AgTechLogic, a leading sustainable agricultural solution that combines intelligent precision spraying with AI-powered software, announced today a strategic alliance with Birds Eye Aerial Drones (BEAD) to revolutionize precision agriculture and empower farmers with cutting-edge drone technology.
Lam Research Introduces the Semiconductor Industry's First Collaborative Robot for Fab Maintenance Optimization
Dextro™'s robotic arm delivers precision and repeatability to help chipmakers drive yield improvement
Robotics and Automation - Featured Product
Helios™2 Ray Time-of-Flight Camera Designed for Unmatched Performance in Outdoor Lighting Conditions
The Helios2 Ray camera is powered by Sony's DepthSense IMX556PLR ToF image sensor and is specifically engineered for exceptional performance in challenging outdoor lighting environments. Equipped with 940nm VCSEL laser diodes, the Helios2 Ray generates real-time 3D point clouds, even in direct sunlight, making it suitable for a wide range of outdoor applications. The Helios2 Ray offers the same IP67 and Factory Tough™ design as the standard Helios2 camera featuring a 640 x 480 depth resolution at distances of up to 8.3 meters and a frame rate of 30 fps.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Company
PI USA (Physik Instrumente)
PI is a privately held company that designs and manufactures world-class precision motion and automation systems including air bearings, hexapods and piezo drives at locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company was founded 5 decades ago and today employs more than 1700 people worldwide. PI's customers are leaders in high-tech industries and research institutes in fields such as photonics, life-sciences, semiconductors and aerospace.
