All Robotics and Automation Articles & Interviews

The Exploding Use of Robotics in Logistics and Manufacturing

08/13/15, 07:35 AM | Industrial Robotics | integrators, logistics
The future of robotics contains the same level of certainty as the suns rising in the morning. Robots are becoming an integrated portion of the workforce, and they will be there every day thereafter, unless a company ditches robotics altogether.

Researching your first robot purchase? Don't be intimidated.

08/11/15, 08:12 AM | Industrial Robotics | integrators | OCTOPUZ
If youre considering a robot, you probably have a good sense of the process that youd like to automate. With that information, an integrator can get the process started, determining the clients needs and the best type of robot for the job.

Festo's R&D Timeline - Part 2 - 2007-2009

08/06/15, 07:44 AM | Mobile Robots, Other Topics | bionics, research | Festo
More fascinating bionics projects from Festo.

Myth Busting: Greater Manufacturing Automation Doesn't Mean Fewer Jobs

08/04/15, 06:53 AM | Factory Automation | integrators, Jobs / Employment | Seegrid
When it comes to addressing manufacturing labor challenges, companies shouldnt be quick to assume that job opportunities will decrease as a result of an increase in automated systems.

The Crowning Conclusion: Universal Robots Saves 9 Hours of Production Time at Glidewell Laboratories

07/30/15, 06:53 AM | Industrial Robotics, Other Topics | CNC, integrators | Universal Robots USA
Having a UR5 robot tend four CNC machines milling dental crowns optimizes a substantial part of the production cycle at Glidewell Laboratories in Newport Beach, California.

What is the DARPA Robotics Challenge?

07/28/15, 07:40 AM | Mobile Robots | Darpa
To make robots useful to first responders, they must be able to pick up and use a tool, turn a valve, and climb a ladder or stairs. The DRC is necessary to find ways where robots can be helpful in keeping humans out of danger.

Drones Deliver New Vision to Films

07/23/15, 07:16 AM | Other Topics | drones, UAV
Some big budget film/TV production houses are using these more expensive systems and still come in under budget, compared to using a big helicopter for just a few hours a day or multiple camera cranes/dollies.

Japan`s Vision as Robotics Super Power; New Industrial Revolution Driven by Robots

07/21/15, 08:19 AM | Industrial Robotics, Other Topics | IREX, japan
For 2015, a Grand Robot Exhibition in Japan is taking place during December 2nd to 5th as a joint venture of Japan Robot Association and the Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun.

How to Prepare Now for the Industrial Internet of Things

07/21/15, 08:18 AM | Factory Automation, Other Topics | integrators, IoT automation | Omron Automation
The inevitable Internet of Things is already taking shape, absorbing the world of consumer devices and hovering on the horizon of industrial manufacturing.

YuMi ®: The World's First Truly Collaborative Dual Arm Robot

07/17/15, 08:08 AM | Industrial Robotics, Mobile Robots | collaborative robotics, dual arm, integrators | ABB Inc.
Pioneering an inherently safe solution for automating small parts assembly with human coworkers by redefining human-robot collaboration through a unique integration of components, speed, agility and motion control

Waterjet Cutting and OCTOPUZ a Powerful Combination

07/15/15, 07:57 AM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | integrators, software
OCTOPUZ was created to meet the rising needs in the robotics industry, and uses a revolutionary method of combining offline programming of robots with manufacturing process simulation.

Innovative new Start-up NoFlyZoneUK working to advance the Commercial UAV Industry

07/14/15, 07:08 AM | Other Topics | UAV
Recent debates have brought a range of UAV driven privacy concerns to light, with key fears including trespassing, nuisance and data protection.

Industry 4.0 Ready: Vacuum Solutions for the Intelligent Factory

07/09/15, 07:24 AM | Factory Automation | integrators, vacuum
The gripper spider for fiber composite components is a great example how significant this contribution to the intelligent factory can be in practice.

Robots 101 - Lasers

07/06/15, 10:40 AM | Industrial Robotics, Other Topics | integrators, lidar | Clearpath Robotics
Almost all robots today use lasers for remote sensing. This means that the robot is able to tell, from a distance, some characteristics of an object.

Echoing Government's Productivity 4.0, IoT Automation Boosts Taiwan's Competitiveness

07/02/15, 08:27 AM | Factory Automation, Other Topics | IoT, modular robots | NEXCOM
Facing challenges of labor shortages and aging labor forces, Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs is implementing "Productivity 4.0" to stimulate economic growth and upgrade industries.

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