Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
ABB Robotics launches global startup challenge to accelerate innovation in robotics and AI
Startups and scaleups to submit ideas in natural language programming, skill learning, and autonomous decision-making. Winners gain access to ABB's global network, cutting-edge technologies, and long-term partnership opportunities
Sneaker and Sportswear Retailer’s New Mezzanine and Ground Floor Feature ResinDek Robotic Flooring
As directed by the facility’s warehouse management software (WMS), a fleet of 142 AMRs continuously delivers mobile shelves to associates at workstations equipped with light directed picking modules on both floors.
Special Agents: Chemical Weapons Disposal Done Right
The M55 rocket stockpile was successfully destroyed without any major incidents. With so many complex systems, processes, and disposal procedures, the Robosuits played a key role in ensuring that all of the careful planning and timing would not be disrupted.
The rise of modular robots and the importance of drive train design
As part of an in-house robot build, optimizing the drive train that powers and controls each joint is vital to the robot’s performance. The most effective way of achieving this is by developing the drive train as a complete module.
Automate 2024 Product Preview
Automate 2024 takes place May 6th - 9th in Chicago, Illinois. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.
Edge Computing and AI in Manufacturing
With Tacton we wanted to give users the flexibility and configuration options they need to outfit their facility, while ensuring the system was reliable, secure, and easy to install.
Talking AUTOMATE 2024 with TM Robotics
Visitors will have the chance to see the entire THE robot range, including the THE400, THE600, THE800 and THE1000. The line-up includes robots of different sizes and strengths, providing visitors with an opportunity to find the perfect model for their application.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories
Tips for choosing a 3D vision system - The future of vision systems in manufacturing
Advanced 3D vision systems are a stark contrast to the vision software of manufacturing’s past. Many existing systems still require professional CAD programming to ensure the robot can recognise shapes.
The Interplay Between Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing
AI and robotics make the factories of the future smarter and more efficient. Manufacturers need to use these exponential technologies to gain a competitive advantage.
HALCON reliably checks bottle cap imprints
Machine vision offers enormous advantages for many areas of application, such as quality assurance. In addition to high accuracy and speed, high flexibility and availability are also important for practical use.
Robotics and Automation - News Headlines
Enhancing Equipment Reliability: Implementing Seersight Predictive Maintenance on the Chemical-Resistant Diaphragm Vacuum Pump 2 mbar MD 1C
Enhancing Equipment Reliability: Implementing Seersight Predictive Maintenance on the Chemical-Resistant Diaphragm Vacuum Pump 2 mbar MD 1C
Commercial UAV Expo Announces Path to Leadership Event Scholarship Program Emphasizing "Drones for Good"
Scholarship to provide university students with the opportunity to attend Commercial UAV Expo
Pioneering Partnership: ADLINK and NAVER LABS Unite to Enhance AMR Technology with the Rookie Robots
Announcing a strategic partnership to co-develop the next generation of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)
Geek+ partners with BlueSkye Automation to bring customers complete smart warehouse solutions
Future projects include implementations for a large consumer goods producer and an integrated autonomous solution for a leading automotive manufacturer.
Universal Robots and MiR open new robotics hub in Denmark
Global robotics leaders Universal Robots (UR) and Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), both Teradyne Robotics companies, will share headquarters to increase synergies and accelerate innovation within advanced robotics.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Product
DualMove Pallet System Utilizes Timing Belt for Precise Robotic Integration
Our highly advanced DualMove Pallet System for assembly automation is ideal for increasing the efficiency, generation, and precision of pallet traffic. Additionally, it reduces downtime costs that could disrupt production. DualMove is designed to work with the precision timing that robotic integration requires to be successful.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Company
maxon group
maxon is a leading supplier of high-precision DC brush and brushless servo motors and drives. These motors range in size from 4 - 90 mm and are available up to 500 watts. We combine electric motors, gears and DC motor controls into high-precision, intelligent drive systems that can be custom-made to fit the specific needs of customer applications.