Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Inspection of critical infrastructure using intelligent drones
A research group at the University of Klagenfurt has designed a real-time capable drone based on object-relative navigation using artificial intelligence. Also on board: a USB3 Vision industrial camera from the uEye LE family from IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH.
How to Choose the Right NDT Methods for Robotics Manufacturing
With so many NDT options available, the best one depends on the specific materials and functions in question. As a result, it is often most helpful to vary methods between components.
Upgrade Your Mezzanine Flooring While Avoiding Timely and Costly Replacement
Mezzanine floors are important in many facilities. They provide extra space for storage or work without taking up more ground space. However, they often face heavy use from equipment and people. Over time, this can cause the floor to wear down.
Robot-Based Shelf Monitoring Cameras for Retail Operation Efficiency
Robot-based shelf monitoring systems integrate camera systems with autonomous robotics. It helps ensure seamless inventory tracking, planogram compliance, and shelf organization. Discover how these camera-based systems work and their must-have imaging features.
Hybrid AMRs are a Game-Changer
They can operate seamlessly in unstructured environments and adapt to changing floor conditions. At particular points where highest precision is required, we revert to a QR code location.
How Autonomous AI Tackles Quality Control Costs
Quality is often viewed as a direct driver of customer satisfaction and operational efficiency in manufacturing. Yet some organizations fail to recognize the hidden costs of quality issues, significantly impacting the bottom line.
Battery inspection using machine vision – fast, reliable, and variable
Averna has developed a procedure for automating battery inspection for one of its customers. The fact that potential errors are extremely varied increases the complexity of the inspection process.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories
ABB introduces most compact, AI-powered AMR for payloads up to 1500 kg
AI-driven Visual SLAM and integrated load sensing enable stable and autonomous navigation, including in challenging conditions. AMR Studio 4.0 version simplifies deployment with no-code programming and real-time fleet management
DEEP Robotics' Wheel-legged Robot Helps Solve the "Three Highs" Challenge in UHV Substations
Combining the speed of wheeled robots with the agility of legged ones, it stands as the world's first industry-grade wheel-legged robot specifically engineered for complex terrains and hazardous environments.
DESTACO Unveils the eRDH Series Electric Parallel Gripper: The Future of Automated Handling
This latest addition to the DESTACO Robohand product line represents a significant leap forward in gripping technology, offering unparalleled precision, flexibility, and ease of use.
Robotics and Automation - News Headlines
ABB evolves IRB 1200 small robot family, with greater speed, precision and choice
• New generation available in four variants, offering class-leading payloads in demanding applications
• Powered by the OmniCore controller for class-leading motion control, faster cycle times and ease of use
• 20% lighter, reducing mounting costs and energy consumption
Electromate Recognized as a 2025 Recipient of the Canadian Business Excellence Awards for Private Businesses
This prestigious designation recognizes Canadian businesses that demonstrate a strategic approach to improving business performance and achieving a sustained culture of excellence.
The Uses of High Purity High Pressure Gas Regulators in Robotics Manufacturing
Shenzhen Jewellok Technology Co., Ltd Is A Control Valves and Pressure Regulators Manufacturer, Manufacturing Single Stage Pressure Regulator, Two Stage Pressure Regulator, Low Pressure Nitrogen Gas Regulator, High Pressure Nitrogen Gas Regulator For Industrial Automation Manufacturing
VEX Robotics Elevates STEM Education with Competition Drone Offering and Revolutionary AI Coding Robot at ISTE Live
VEX AIR Competition Drone and VEX AIM Coding Robot expand hands-on learning experiences, making aeronautics and artificial intelligence accessible to students worldwide
Genesis AI Emerges From Stealth with $105M to Build Universal Robotics Foundation Model and Horizontal Platform for General-Purpose Physical AI
With funding co-led by Eclipse and Khosla Ventures, Genesis will develop breakthrough physical AI infrastructure to power the era of generalist robotics and automate all physical labor
Robotics and Automation - Featured Product
Oriental Motor USA - Ideal for AGV/AMR Applications
The BLV Series R Type brushless DC motor (BLDC motor) speed control system offers the design of motor and driver significantly reduced in size and weight, yet high-power, and contributes to the battery driven automation. The BLV Series R Type is compatible with the two interfaces of Modbus (RTU) and CANopen communication.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Company
Encoder Products Company
At Encoder Products Company, we specialize in the encoders that provide you with motion feedback. EPC has been a leading designer and manufacturer of motion sensing devices for more than 50 years, we understand that each industrial automation application is different, and you need encoders that fit the needs of your applications. Our encoders are highly configurable, offer an array of shaft or bore sizes, output types, connector types, mounting options, and resolutions as high as 65,536 CPR.
