Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews

Investing in the UK’s injection moulding sector - The case for all-electric machines and robotic integration

Traditionally, our manufacturers have relied on hydraulic-powered injection moulding machines in their operations. However, the industry is now at a crossroads, faced with the imperative to embrace technological advancements for sustainability and cost-effectiveness.

Get Ready for the Largest and Most Comprehensive PACK EXPO International Ever

With over 1.3 million square feet of exhibition space, the show will showcase innovations from nearly 2,700 exhibitors serving more than 40 industries, making it the premier destination for anyone in the packaging and processing world.

5 Ways to Prevent Robotic Automation Downtime

Smart manufacturers run highly productive operations by focusing on efficiency and increasing uptime. Doing this means implementing strategies to educate robot operators as much as possible on topics such as inspection, parts and service, preventive maintenance and more.

Walking naturally with artificial foot

The gait becomes more harmonious, more stable and less tiring. An intelligent controller finds the correct gait rhythm and a brushless motor from FAULHABER provides the necessary propulsion.

PACK EXPO 2024 Product Preview

PACK EXPO International 2024 takes place November 3rd - 6th 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.

Testing drive systems virtually - Simulink library for development and digital twin.

How will the drive actually behave in the real-life application? For brushless DC-motors from FAULHABER, this question can be answered without any hardware whatsoever.

Robotic solutions for pharmaceutical packaging - Automated system addresses key limitations of manual processes

In collaboration with robotics expert, TM Robotics, its South American partner Questt has developed an innovative vial packaging solution that addresses the limitations of manual processes and elevates productivity and performance for life sciences production lines.

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Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories

Revolutionizing Warehouse Operations: Introducing the Carti Series of Robots for Logistics and Material Handling

Bear Robotics introduces Carti 100. Built to handle the complex demands of factories and warehouses while supporting up to 220 lbs, it features world-class multi-robot orchestration and integrates advanced capabilities like the Autonomous Control System (ACS).

AI to enable autonomous underwater robots to perform precision offshore wind farm repairs

The project’s technological advancements could dramatically reduce the need for large maintenance vessels in offshore wind farm operations, supporting a shift towards fully remote operations.

NVIDIA Brings Generative AI Tools, Simulation and Perception Workflows to ROS Developer Ecosystem

Among the reveals were new generative AI nodes and workflows for ROS developers deploying to the NVIDIA Jetson platform for edge AI and robotics.

Robotics and Automation - News Headlines

Tolomatic Expands RSX High-Force Actuator Line With New Models

Tolomatic Inc., an industry leader in innovative linear motion systems, has expanded and enhanced its range of RSX high-force electric linear actuators.

OSARO Unveils AutoModel: AI-Powered Order Fulfillment Robots Adapt to New Products in Real Time

OSARO's latest AI-powered software eliminates costly retraining downtime, streamlines new SKU introduction, and maximizes productivity in dynamic order fulfillment environments

Robots in Logistics Boom Worldwide - VDMA Reports

Double-digit growth in robot sales

US-Manufactured Nanopositioning Stage for Super Resolution Microscopy, Material Science

High-precision motion control solutions for high-resolution microscopy & imaging, new from PI

Torc Robotics Performs Successful Fully Autonomous Product Validation

Autonomous trucking company backed by Daimler Truck achieves productization as it works toward a 2027 commercial launch

Robotics and Automation - Featured Product

Helios™2 Ray Time-of-Flight Camera Designed for Unmatched Performance in Outdoor Lighting Conditions

Helios™2 Ray Time-of-Flight Camera Designed for Unmatched Performance in Outdoor Lighting Conditions

The Helios2 Ray camera is powered by Sony's DepthSense IMX556PLR ToF image sensor and is specifically engineered for exceptional performance in challenging outdoor lighting environments. Equipped with 940nm VCSEL laser diodes, the Helios2 Ray generates real-time 3D point clouds, even in direct sunlight, making it suitable for a wide range of outdoor applications. The Helios2 Ray offers the same IP67 and Factory Tough™ design as the standard Helios2 camera featuring a 640 x 480 depth resolution at distances of up to 8.3 meters and a frame rate of 30 fps.

Robotics and Automation - Featured Company

IDS Imaging Development Systems Inc.

IDS Imaging Development Systems Inc.

IDS is a leading manufacturer of industrial cameras "Made in Germany" with USB or GigE interfaces. Equipped with state of the art CMOS sensors, the extensive camera portfolio ranges from low-cost project cameras, to small, powerful models with PoE functionality or robust cameras with housings that fulfill the prerequisites for protection code IP65/67. For quick, easy and precise 3D machine vision tasks IDS offers the Ensenso series. With the novel vision app-based sensors and cameras of IDS NXT the company opens up a new dimension in image processing. Whether in an industrial or non-industrial setting: IDS cameras and sensors assist companies worldwide in optimizing processes, ensuring quality, driving research, conserving raw materials, and serving people. They provide reliability, efficiency and flexibility for your application.