Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.63
…frequently changing items are a challenge for perception and navigation systems. Multiple robot types performing different tasks create synchronization and fleet management challenges. In addition, management systems and IoT devices require numerous integrations, according to Lanner and MOV.AI. “Humans introduce uncertainty, while new connected systems require security measures, policies, and update methods that are not ingrained in traditional robot systems,” the companies said. MOV.AI and Lanner said their joint offering provides robot developers with high-performance hardware, hardware-optimized robotics software development kits (SDKs), and a visual integrated development environment (IDE) that wraps it together to speed up development. Source: Lanner Electronics…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.59
…scenarios. With the robot understanding its surroundings and making navigation decisions based on what it sees, Carter Pro is a good example of an on-the-ground option impacting business operations, and the people driving them, right now. Carter Pro takes human-robot interaction and collaboration to a higher, more intuitive level - where the company says autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) on the market have historically fallen short. One of Carter Pro’s defining features is its sense of touch through both active and passive force sensing. Workers can alter the robot’s actions at any time by taking simple, natural measures to physically move…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.49
…over their warehouse inventory. Its interface ensures ease of navigation, reduced training time and operation, making it accessible to users of all technical levels. The UltraStore WCS software provides real-time stock levels, allowing management to eliminate stock-outs and schedule replenishment as labor becomes available. The system also boasts easily configurable options, enabling users to tailor the software's behavior to their specific needs and processes. Additionally, ISD offers round-the-clock support to ensure customers can maximize the potential of their UltraStore WCS software at any time. “We pride ourselves on using customer feedback to consistently strive to make better products,” said Brian…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.31
…Day app can be used as the user interface for Charging Robotics, the companies said. “The system includes driving navigation algorithms that take into account EV electricity consumption and battery charging status, such as that the planned driving route that will ensure optimal use of the battery.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.30
…commercial IQQA platform supports pre-surgical planning and simulation, intra-operative navigation, and post-operative evaluation. Hundreds of hospital departments have adopted the IQQA products and services, including Mayo Clinic in the U.S. and Peking Union Medical College Hospital, West China Hospital, and Shanghai Ruijin Hospital in China, said EDDA. In 2020, China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) granted a Category III registration certificate for IQQA-Guide as the country's first surgical navigation medical device for soft tissue organs. The agency said it offers “significant clinical benefits, increasing interventional accuracy, reducing the number of needle passes and intraoperative CT scanning.” The U.S. Food and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.28
…be readily added, claimed the company. To enhance its navigation across very challenging terrain, the Lite3 provides leveled-perception interfaces (SDK, API), said DEEP Robotics. They are combined with lidar and a depth camera for to develop autonomous navigation and stopping, obstacle avoidance, visual positioning, 3D scanning, and other perceptional abilities. “Lite3's better visual perception, interaction and obstacle clearance capabilities mean it can meet many secondary application development needs,” said DongXin Zheng. “Most users can access the functional interface and code it for specific uses.” Lite3 series is designed to be more agile, stronger, and more affordable than its predecessors. Source:…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.90
…relevant sensors in a car such as the global navigation satellite system (GNSS), vehicle to everything (V2X) camera and radar, in a single system. ADE is an open platform that simplifies integration with commercial 3D modeling, HIL systems and existing test and simulation environments. “Combining the experience and expertise of Keysight, IPG and Nordsys will deliver a solution that enables customers to simulate and emulate their components, software and systems including sensor fusion and decision-making algorithms,” said vice president and general manager of Keysight's automotive industry segment, Tom Goetzl. “Our innovative software solutions allow for transfer of real test scenarios…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.86
…surfaces. 3. Evaluate environmental factors that can affect autonomous navigation. Environmental conditions within a facility may impact AMR performance. Evaluate factors such as temperature, humidity, and lighting, as well as the presence of dust, debris, and hazardous materials. It is important to select AMRs that can operate well in these conditions. Some AMRs may require additional protection or customization to handle extreme temperatures or challenging environmental factors. By considering the environment, organizations can ensure optimal AMR performance and longevity. 4. Ensure proper obstacle detection and awareness of robot surroundings. A critical aspect of successful AMR implementation is the robot's ability…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.84
…navigate. Instead, ultrasonic and localization technologies are emerging for navigation to pin-point damage mechanisms, as well as provide reproducible data. These deliverables can help predict the future safety of the sites being inspected. Challenges inside GPS-denied environments The main reason for sending mobile robots for inspection, maintenance, and repair is to avoid putting employees in dangerous situations. Inspections are necessary for identifying, predicting, and managing problems that could require maintenance to guarantee the longevity of industrial plant operations. But relying on humans to carry out traditional inspection methods means that health, safety, reliability, and speed can be overlooked. Instead, robotic…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.81
…2024 Almost 200 robotics organizations will be in attendance at MODEX, showcasing their mobile robots, cobots, robotic sensors, AI-powered navigation and more. Attendees also can partake in over 50 different sessions linked to automation and robotics, hosted by various industry professionals and moderators. Robotics 24/7 will pay special attention to new product releases and integrations announced at MODEX, along with the rest of the information coming out of Atlanta.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.80
…developer community. Some examples of this are the ROS2 Navigation stack and the MoveIt Motion Planning Framework. These examples are available today and can be found in the Isaac Sim documentation. Here are examples of ROS in Isaac Sim: ROS April Tag ROS stereo camera ROS navigation ROS TurtleBot 3 sample ROS manipulation and camera sample ROS services MoveIT motion-planning framework Native Python ROS usage ROS 2 navigation Functional block diagram of Isaac Sim on Omniverse showing three inputs to the simulator: the robot model, environment model, and 3D assets. The simulator can be controlled from both ROS and python.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.68
…with a Performance Level D safety system, a high-level navigation system, and advanced braking. With this system, manufacturers can optimize their workflow, while still maintaining safety, by using a unique approach to achieving the optimal safety zone that allows for the use of thinner aisles and fewer unnecessary forced stops. Download our guide to get an in depth look at: How a Performance Level D safety system works and why you need one How robots operate efficiently in a highly dynamic environment How a properly implemented safety system reduces wear-and-tear on equipment and increases system reliability and safety Get the…