All Robotics and Automation Articles & Interviews

RoboSAM Can Assess Its Situation and Call a Human for Help When It Needs Assistance

09/22/15, 08:44 AM | Industrial Robotics | Analysis and Trends, integrators

If the robot is not sure whether it can complete the task-for example if the part is "buried" within the bin-it takes pictures of its situation and calls a remotely located human (the "human on call") for help.

The 3D Printshow - Learn About 3D Printing

09/17/15, 08:23 AM | Unmanned & Other Topics | 3D Printing, integrators

The 3D Printshow is the first dedicated 3D printing event anywhere in the world.

Robot Taxis Are to Be Main Drive Around for 2020 Tokyo Olympics

09/15/15, 08:47 AM | Personal & Service Robots , Unmanned & Other Topics | self driving, UAV

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3 Key Ways Automation Reduces Safety and Ergonomic Concerns

09/15/15, 08:46 AM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | integrators, Safety and Standards | Seegrid

As companies continue to rely on automation to remain competitive, employees will have the benefit of working in safer environments. In the years to come, the question won't be "Is your company automating?" but instead "How is your company automating?"

Festo's R&D Timeline - Part 3 - 2010 & 2011

09/10/15, 08:22 AM | Industrial Robotics, Personal & Service Robots | bionics, festo, research | Festo

Part 3 includes more bionic robots like the smartbird and a handler modeled after an elephant trunk.

Optical Time-of-Flight Sensing Technology

09/10/15, 08:21 AM | Personal & Service Robots , Unmanned & Other Topics | lidar, sonar | LeddarTech

Focuses on Unmanned Automotive Technologies at RoboBusiness

New Open Loop Current Transducers With Near Closed Loop Performance

09/08/15, 07:45 AM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | integrators, Sensors and Circuits

Measured performance is at the level expected and increases the range of applications which may be addressed by open loop transducers instead of more complex solutions.

Gemini-Scout Mine Rescue Robot

09/03/15, 07:04 AM | Unmanned & Other Topics | Mining | maxon precision motors

Reliability, ability to travel across varied terrains, and accurate operation are essential elements for the drive system and camera controls on mining rescue robots.

Precision Drones for Structural Inspection

09/01/15, 11:02 AM | Unmanned & Other Topics | drones

PRENAV's drones take photographs from precise locations in close proximity to structures, and those photos are then used to build an accurate 3D reconstruction of the asset.

Developing Bio-Mechanical Hands

08/27/15, 07:55 AM | Personal & Service Robots | motor drives, prosthetics

A small California company uses their expertise and the latest in reliable technology to design, prototype, and produce multifunctional bio-mechanical gloves aimed at providing users with a more normal life experience.

Stony Brook University Helps Prepare Next Generation of Farmers by Introducing a Hydroponic 'Freight Farm' On Campus

08/27/15, 07:54 AM | Factory Automation | Agriculture, farming

Cited as 4th most environmentally responsible university* in 2015, SBU is first higher ed campus to get a Freight Farm.

New Automation Technician Program at George Brown College

08/25/15, 08:21 AM | Industrial Robotics | integrators, Training and Education | George Brown College Online Robotics Training

The purpose of this program is to help graduates prepare for career opportunities in a variety of positions in field including automation, process control, PLCs, robotics, packaging, power generation, mining, machine design, and building automated systems, maintenance, transportation, systems integration, component testing, technical sales, quality control and a host of other fields.

194 Chinese Robot Companies

08/25/15, 08:21 AM | Industrial Robotics | china | The Robot Report

The robotics industry is booming in China. Companies are deploying thousands of robots in all types of factories, particularly in the auto industry. Chinese companies that manufacture robots and their components are also growing. This article will focus on the 107 makers of those robots.

Service Robots are Thriving in Japan

08/20/15, 08:42 AM | Personal & Service Robots | japan, service robots

This Article contains the interview of Japan Robot Association`s Administration Department General Manager Mr. Shigeaki Yanai.

Can a Robot be a Pet?

08/20/15, 08:41 AM | Personal & Service Robots | Analysis and Trends

The negatives of having a live pet could drive more people to selecting a robotic pet. In the end, it will be a personal choice.

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