Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
At least 60 million strokes
A "compact automation" is a mechatronic system that performs a whole series of consecutive production steps autonomously. "Compact" refers to the small dimensions, in the millimeter and centimeter range, of the products to be processed.
Solving the logistics labor puzzle: Choreographing a Tango of Robots and Human Labor in Warehouse Operations
The most pressing dilemma for the logistics industry is perhaps maximizing output levels that match consumer needs while not having enough employees taking up physically demanding tasks like parcel picking and sorting.
Painting Robots: Benefits, Applications, and Sourcing Tips
In this guide, we'll explore the benefits of using painting robots and their applications in various industries. Additionally, we'll guide you through the process of sourcing the right paint robot for your needs.
The Rise of Robot Machining: Unleashing the Future of Manufacturing
The integration of robotic technology into machining has been a game-changer for some manufacturers. No longer constrained by workspace size and CNC machine cost, there is almost no limit to the possibilities of robot machining.
Robotics Applications in Manufacturing and the Sensors Used for Maximum Efficiency
Autonomous industrial robots can increase production volumes exponentially, yielding high profits. The International Trade Administration has reported that increasing robot density by a small 1% among all industries can improve productivity by 0.8%.
Robot plays "Rock, Paper, Scissors" - Part 2/3
The app forms the second phase of the project and - generally speaking - is intended to enable players to play against a simulated computer opponent. It builds on the trained AI and uses its results further.
Robot plays "Rock, Paper, Scissors" - Part 1/3
In his search for a suitable camera, he came across IDS NXT - a complete system for the use of intelligent image processing. It fulfilled all requirements and, thanks to artificial intelligence, much more besides pure gesture recognition.
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Using machine vision without prior programming skills
The integration of professional machine vision applications is usually very complex. Since no programming skills are required for such machine vision software, industrial image processing can thus also provide a valuable contribution to digitization.
Adoption of Digital Twins Set to Accelerate with the Latest Release of Duality's Falcon Platform Powered by Unreal Engine
Digital twin simulation is emerging as a powerful resource for solving complex problems in AI, robotics, and smart system development. It can bring understanding of the physical world to AI models
Foxconn Trains Robots, Streamlines Assembly With NVIDIA AI and Omniverse
The world’s largest electronics manufacturer is gearing up to make one of NVIDIA’s most complex products, so it’s turning to a digital twin powered by the NVIDIA Omniverse and Isaac platforms.
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Mobile robotics software: Advancements and applications
Advances in mobile robotics software are revolutionizing the industry, driving innovations in automation and efficiency. At the heart of these advancements is the Robot Operating System (ROS), an open-source framework that has become the standard for mobile robotics development. In this article, Román Navarro, head of Robotnik's Software Department for 16 years, delves into the critical role of ROS software for mobile robots and explores future trends in this rapidly evolving field.
MVTec Software and Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. strengthen collaboration within MVTec's Technology Partner Program
MVTec also provides an interface to Mitsubishi's MELSEC PLCs. As part of this strategic partnership, these existing measures will now be consolidated under a unified framework to optimize collaboration and ensure the sustainable integration of Mitsubishi products into the MVTec portfolio.
Flexxbotics Announces Robot Compatibility with SICK Vision Solutions for Quality Inspection
Now, companies can enable robot-driven manufacturing with Flexxbotics using SICK to achieve closed-loop quality and six sigma consistency in unattended operations.
Point One Navigation's New Tags feature Makes Fleet-Level Positioning Simple for Device and System Developers
New Tags feature makes it easier to build and use positioning networks and systems for a wide range of applications including surveying, construction, AgTech, robotic device, drones and autonomous vehicles
Basler Introduces High-Resolution ace 2 X visSWIR Cameras
With the new ace 2 X visSWIR models, Basler AG presents compact, cost-effective SWIR cameras with high resolutions and excellent image quality. The international manufacturer of high-quality machine vision hardware and software also offers all relevant components for SWIR vision systems.
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High Performance Servo Drives for localized and distributed control applications from Servo2Go.com
Engineered to drive brushless and brush servomotors in torque, velocity or position mode, Servo2Go.com offers a broad selection of servo drives in a wide range of input voltages and output power levels.
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Harmonic Drive LLC
Harmonic Drive LLC (HDLLC) designs and manufactures precision servo actuators, gearheads and gear components. Harmonic Drive® gears play critical roles in robotics, medical diagnostics and surgical robotics. We work with industry-leading customers and companies of all sizes to provide both standard product and custom-engineered solutions. The majority of the products sold by HDLLC are proudly made at our US headquarters and manufacturing facility in Massachusetts.
