Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
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
What are the motion control requirements for additive manufacturing machines?
3D printed objects can include intricate machine components, through to edible items, and as a result, the additive material could range from powdered metals to chocolate. Whatever the material and shape required, functionally, the 3D printing technique is the same.
What is Agentic AI and is it here to stay?
Agentic AI is another concept that is slowly entering the vocabulary of professionals and the warehousing industry. How can it be used efficiently in the market, for what purposes, and what would be a potential timeline for adoption?
Automation Solutions Mergers & Acquisitions Update
Bundy Group is an investment banking and Mergers & Acquisitions advisory specialist that has specialized in the automation and industrial technology markets for over 16 years.
How LAPP Rebuilt Its Inventory Process with Autonomous Drones
For LAPP USA, Corvus One turned a labor-intensive, error-prone process into a nightly automated workflow that provides reliable visibility, reduces costs, and improves customer service.
Sonair’s ADAR 3D Ultrasonic Sensor
ADAR stands out by combining full-3D sensing via ultra-sound, strong safety credentials, cost efficiency and ease of integration. This is enabling robots to safely work in closer proximity to people and in tougher environments than many existing solutions.
Optimizing Wheel Drives for AGVs and AMRs: What OEMs Need to Know About Motion Control
The motor and actuator selection behind each wheel can make or break the success of the entire system. In this post, we’ll explore the core challenges in mobile robot drive systems and how customized motion control solutions from DINGS' Motion USA can help you meet them.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories
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.
SoftBank's $5.4B ABB Robotics Deal: Why IT Service Providers Should Treat Robotics as a Core Practice
As autonomy and embodied intelligence mature, IT service providers may not need to participate in every layer, but those who develop focused capabilities—whether in advisory, integration, or managed operations—will be better placed as demand grows.
Humanoid Robots to Drive Billions in Rod End Sales Over the Next Decade
According to Goldman Sachs, the humanoid robot market is projected to reach $38 billion by 2035, with shipments surpassing 1.4 million units, driven by labor shortages and advancements in AI technology.
Robotics and Automation - News Headlines
As 2026 Approaches, U.S. Manufacturers Call Automation Critical: Yet Most Still Lag in Adoption, New Report Finds
An Industry Week survey of 214 U.S. manufacturers reveals a substantial gap between automation's perceived importance and actual adoption
Bay Area Robotics Association Launches to Connect Capital and Industry Between Silicon Valley and the World
BARA introduces robotics network, linking San Francisco Bay Area with leading ecosystems in Japan, China, and the U.S. East Coast
Midwest Motion Products, Inc. (MMP) - ISO 9001:2015 Continuation Certification Success
Every day, our team strives to deliver the highest-quality products and services to our customers. Our continued ISO 9001:2015 certification reaffirms that the MMP Quality Management System (QMS) is robust, reliable, and aligned with our mission of total customer satisfaction.
Inbolt Unveils Human-Like Bin Picking Solution Powered by On-Arm AI Vision
The new real-time robot guidance system enables flexible and low-cost bin picking for unstructured environments, achieving 95% success rates and sub-1-second pick cycles in live automotive production.
Humanoids Summit Enters Asia with Landmark Japan Event in May 2026
Tokyo joins Silicon Valley and London in a growing global series shaping the future of next-generation humanoid robotics
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HONPINE - Robot Reducers and Gearboxes
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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.
