Design and Operation Features of a BDC Motor Controller

04/20/21, 05:40 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation | DC Motors, | gearmotors, | The Parts Department

The design and functionality of a DC motor controller depend on the characteristics of the motor and the electronic system it powers. Using the example of a brushed DC motor controller, we’ll consider its operating principles and circuit design.

Pickle's new robot works with people to get your online orders delivered sooner.

04/19/21, 05:24 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Mobile & Service Robots | logistics, | Pick and place

Watch this MIT startup's robot unload a trailer blazingly fast. The secret? Keep people in the picture.

Robotics and the Resumption of MRO Activities

04/16/21, 05:45 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation | Business Development, | MRO, | Operation and Maintenance

Our recent discussions with key players in the field confirm that MRO’s operations will increase significantly in late 2021 or 2022. How will maintenance centres efficiently restart their operations? What impact can technology have in this recovery?

Grasping Static Electricity for Revolutionary Robotics - Nike-backed Start-up Automates the Impossible

04/15/21, 05:42 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation | Business Development, | Clamping and Gripping

Following Grabit’s inception in 2013, Nike Inc. made an investment in the company and later became one of the first customers to buy its materials handling robot system, Stackit. Using Stackit, Nike can manufacture 600 pairs of shoes in just one eight-hour shift.

AMR Manufacturer, Integrator, and Owner: What Are Your Safety Responsibilities?

04/14/21, 05:40 AM | Mobile & Service Robots , | Factory Automation | AMRs, | Safety and Standards

The challenge for many companies is how to consistently maintain a safe workplace without creating barriers to productivity or innovation. Enter autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).

Upcoming WindRiver Webinar - ROBOTICS: THE ERA OF AI AND AUTONOMY

04/13/21, 05:48 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Mobile & Service Robots | cobots, | mobile robotics

In this webinar we will look at how integrating robotics into the working world means that both cobots and autonomous systems will be important differentiators for production, processes, and innovation.

Dual Loop Control: No More Gear Backlash

04/09/21, 04:42 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation | The Parts Department

Can loads be positioned dynamically, with high precision and no oscillation, despite mechanical backlash and elastic components? Yes — using an intelligent system.

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Honey Bees, with the help of Drones, will Find Landmines

04/12/21, 04:46 AM | Unmanned & Other Topics | Norvergence LLC | drones, | Military and Security

Teams from Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia have concocted using robots to screen honey bees while they work. An automated vehicle flies around, catching pictures of the bug, which PCs subsequently examine to uncover potential mines covered up in the ground.

Axis compensation module from the XYR1000-B series with new linear guide and new installation sizes

04/08/21, 04:50 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Factory Automation | Zimmer Group US, Inc. | Clamping and Gripping

Zimmer Group is announcing the introduction of an updated version of its established XYR1000 axis compensation module series.

Co-Learning of Task and Sensor Placement for Soft Robotics

04/02/21, 05:23 AM | Industrial Robotics, | Mobile & Service Robots | sensors, | soft robotics

Deep-learning technique optimizes the arrangement of sensors on a robot’s body to ensure efficient operation.

Mecalac Hydraulic Thumb Increases Material Handling Ease

04/20/21, 08:27 AM | Mobile & Service Robots | Unmanned & Other Topics

The new thumb makes it easy to pick up, maintain and move large or long objects, transforming material handling capabilities for applications such as truck loading or pipe laying. This makes it ideal for contractors in a number of industries including utilities, landscaping, road maintenance and general construction.

New Compact HEIDENHAIN Rotary Encoder Made for Robots

04/20/21, 06:31 AM | Industrial Robotics | Factory Automation

With its small dimensions and high reliability, HEIDENHAIN's new KCI/KBI 1300 series of inductive rotary encoders are made specifically to support compact servomotors for collaborative and service robots.

Vector and Wind River Transform Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving

04/20/21, 06:23 AM | Unmanned & Other Topics | Wind River

The joint solution comprises Vector's AUTOSAR Adaptive technologies and the new Wind River Studio, which includes the VxWorks® real-time operating system (RTOS).

HDS Global Adds $3 Million Investment to Accelerate Development of AI-based Robotic Demonstration Center

04/20/21, 06:04 AM | Industrial Robotics | Factory Automation

Retail visionary Bob DiRomualdo invests in Louis Borders' new venture

Seegrid Showcased New Autonomous Mobile Robot Solutions at ProMatDX 2021

04/20/21, 06:03 AM | Mobile & Service Robots | Unmanned & Other Topics | Seegrid

Leading AMR Provider Offered Insights to Maximize ROI and Drive Continuous Improvement

CIMON-XPANEL - Industrial Operating Touch Panel

CIMON-XPANEL is a Windows CE based HMI unit. A combination of software and hardware, suitable for various monitoring needs within industrial sites.

Omron Automation

(Hoffman Estates, IL, United States of America)

Omron is an industrial automation partner that creates, sells and services fully integrated automation solutions that include robotics, sensing, motion, logic, safety, and more for manufacturers in the automotive, semiconductor, food and beverage packaging and other industries. Established in 1933, Omron helps businesses solve problems with creativity worldwide, with more than 37,000 employees serving over 110 countries. Adept Technologies is now a valued part of the Omron family.