Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews

2025 Top Article - The Future of Machining: Key Trends and Innovations

AI and robotics are seen to deeply disturb specialized industry sectors, bringing beneficial pioneering modernizations in machining, industrial manufacturing and machine shops. Elitsa Krumova explores the future of machining in more depth on behalf of DELMIA.

2025 Top Article - The Ultimate Guide to Depth Perception and 3D Imaging Technologies

Depth perception helps mimic natural spatial awareness by determining how far or close objects are, which makes it invaluable for 3D imaging systems. Get expert insights on how depth perception works, the cues involved, as well as the various types of depth sensing cameras.

StackTrax - The Industry’s First Off-The-Shelf Dual Axis RTU

Compared to alternative solutions, such as multiple robots or overhead gantry systems, StackTrax can provide a space and cost-saving alternative that will improve cycle time and overall throughput.

The Hiring Freeze Came First. The Robots Came After.

This is not just a vibes-based assessment: in May, the U.S. reported around 332,000 open jobs in transportation, warehousing, and utilities, plus another 400,000 in manufacturing. Wages are up, benefits are better, yet demand still outpaces supply.

CASE STUDY STT SYSTEMS and STEMMER IMAGING: AUTOMOTIVE BOLT INSPECTION SYSTEM WITH GOCATOR SMART 3D LASER PROFILERS

LMI Technologies, in partnership with STT Systems and Stemmer Imaging, implemented an automated quality inspection system to detect missing bolts on automotive blanks. The system integrated multiple Gocator 3D sensors and an RFID tracking system for real-time analysis.

How U.S. Manufacturing VPs Can Close the Execution Gap — The New Playbook for Operational Excellence

Operational excellence used to mean efficiency. Now, it means consistency. In a volatile manufacturing environment, the winners aren’t those with the best machines or biggest budgets — they’re the ones who can execute the same playbook flawlessly, every day, on every

The Right 3D Vision Scanner for Robotic Programming: Laser Profilers vs Structured Light Scanners in Industrial Automation

By combining flexible vision technology with automated processing, manufacturers and system integrators can shorten deployment cycles, reduce reliance on fixtures, and achieve the adaptability needed for high-mix, high-precision production.

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Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories

ReBeLMove Pro: modular robot platform for logistics, assembly and handling

Autonomous mobile robot from igus promises simple configuration with flexible superstructures and easy commissioning

ATEC2025·Real-World Extreme Challenge Concludes with Zhejiang University Team Claiming $150,000 Prize for Breakthrough in Fully Autonomous Robotics

Thirteen global teams push the boundaries of “no remote control” robotics, driving the evolution from teleoperated tools to autonomous agents

BTM INDUSTRIAL IS HOSTING AN ONLINE SALE OF INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS ON DECEMBER 17-18, 2025

Includes more than 200 robots designed to automate tasks, such as welding, manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, and food processing. This court-authorized sale requires the liquidation of all assets, regardless of price.

Robotics and Automation - News Headlines

LG TO UNVEIL HOME ROBOT AT CES 2026, SHARING VISION FOR THE "ZERO LABOR HOME"

LG CLOiD Redefines Home Living by Making Daily Chores Effortless, Giving Customers More Time for What Matters Most

New Heights in Dynamic Performance: DEEP Robotics' Robots Achieve All-Weather Stable Mobility

Addressing the two persistent challenges of "poor environmental adaptability" and "rigid motion" common among humanoid robots in the physical world, DEEP Robotics provides a novel solution through the DR02.

RealMan Robotics Launches Next-Generation High-Power-Density Joint Modules for High-Performance Robotics

A Unified Power Base for Robotics

Quintus Technologies and Lyric Robot Form Strategic Collaboration to Accelerate Industrialization of Solid-State Battery Production

Integrating High Pressure and Automation for Next-Gen Battery Production

Innoviz Technologies Unveils InnovizThree, a Quantum Leap in Innoviz's LiDAR Solutions

-Marking a major evolution in Innoviz's LiDAR technology, InnovizThree features a small form factor specially designed for behind the windshield and roof mounting integrations -The InnovizThree dimensions make it ideal for AI-enhanced platforms such as humanoids, micro robotics and drones -InnovizThree will be demonstrated live for the first time at CES 2026, booth #7318

Robotics and Automation - Featured Product

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Midwest Motion Products is a leading provider of robust and reliable Motion Control Products.

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Robotics and Automation - Featured Company

MVTec LLC

MVTec LLC

MVTec is a leading international manufacturer of software for machine vision used in all demanding areas of imaging like the semi-conductor industry, inspection, optical quality control, metrology, medicine or surveillance. In particular, software by MVTec enables new automation solutions in settings of the Industrial Internet of Things. MVTec is the developer and vendor of the general purpose machine vision software products HALCON and MERLIC.