Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.00
May 02, 2022
…tools make managing and scaling automation easier. BrainOS powers inventory/cleaning combo Brain Corp said the combination of its new scanning accessory and Tennant's floor scrubbers is a “first-of-its-kind, multipurpose design.” The Inventory Scan tower can capture data as the BrainOS-powered AMRs move around a store. The system then delivers reports to store managers, providing numerous insights including verification of pricing accuracy, planogram compliance, product stock levels, and product localization. Each function negates the need for time-consuming and potentially inaccurate manual processes, said Brain Corp. Inaccuracies often lead to lost revenue opportunities, waste caused by overordering, and not enough attention given…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.95
February 21, 2022
…has added other robotics applications, such as disinfection, delivery, cleaning, and security. “We're doing pilots looking at voice AI, facial recognition, and access tracking,” said Yap. “There's a suite of technologies we're looking to integrate into the T-series robots.” RaaS could lead to robot neutrality The conversion from free trials to purchases and monthly fee-based services has begun and will gain momentum over the next 12 to 24 months, said Guardforce AI. “Not a lot of companies are doing robotics as a service [RaaS] in Asia, but there's a comfort level because clients already outsource security to us. We provide…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.93
September 30, 2022
…than more specialized models, Atkeson said. He cited vacuum cleaning robots as an example. Why would someone build a humanoid that cost as much as car when they can buy a Roomba? Androids pose design challenges There are also parts of the human body that are hard for engineers to replicate, added Atkeson. “Humans have very small ankles,” he said. “The way we design motors and transmissions, it’s really hard to make a robot with svelte ankles.” Another issue is that its difficult to make an android with a similar weight distribution to that of a human, Atkeson said. He…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.91
December 08, 2021
…range of applications, from material handling to agriculture to cleaning and sanitization,” said ROG. “Like with our manifesto, the agenda will be community-led, and we already have people volunteering to help organize the conference,” Pestoni said. “We want to hear multiple perspectives.” “ROG has always enabled me to connect with innovators in the robot industry at an informal level. It’s not commercial, but the connections have opened a wealth of collaborative opportunities,” stated Aldus von der Burg, CEO of Meili Robots and a ROG member based in Copenhagen. “RobOpsCon will be a chance for those in the industry, or even…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.84
April 27, 2023
…and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to perform innumerable tasks from cleaning and sanitizing to sweeping, cutting grass, serving food, fetching parts, and just about anything they can be programmed to do. As service and commercial robots become more affordable, SMBs can now consider different options. In the case of the Oyster Bar Landside, robots not only help serve customers, but they're also novelties that entertain restuaurant customers. Owner Jim Horne explained to local news that he acquired the first system, Pearl, in December 2021 from Bear Robotics, which was beta-testing the collaborative mobile robot. Bear Robotics later upgraded the robot to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.72
April 03, 2022
…are also seeing new types, ranging from inventory and cleaning robots in supermarkets or retail stores to collaborative robots (cobots) working alongside people. Cobots are intended to be safer and easier to program and commonly take over monotonous, repetitive, or dangerous tasks, freeing up humans to focus on more valuable jobs. Analysts expect the delivery robot market to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35.1% over the next few years — from $213 million in 2021 to $964 million in 2026. The demand for this type of robot has expanded significantly, thanks to the acceleration of e-commerce,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.71
November 17, 2023
…exposure to high temperatures when they use robots during residue-cleaning maintenance cycles. The Role of Traditional Technology Many manufacturers have hesitated to adopt robotic metal stamping technology because it traditionally requires a hefty upfront investment. Additionally, programming was often time consuming and resulted in costly downtime. However, companies have been working hard to find solutions to common pain points. Manufacturing plant managers have also been reluctant to adopt robotic metal stamping tools because they’re bulky. Admittedly, managing worker safety and product quality is more challenging when autonomous machinery takes up most of the production floor. However, collaborative technology now allows…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.68
July 14, 2022
…train a 'robot guardian' who can take care of cleaning needs,” Sarawgi told Robotics 24/7. “Our mean time between interventions is weeks, and our drones can do thousands of flights without intervention.” Corvus says its drones, scanners, and software can automate inventory management and make it safer. Source: Corvus Robotics Corvus processes data for customers Corvus Robotics said it has designed its drones to address obstacles inherent to the warehouse environment. The technology has to work in dark spaces and scan small barcodes, which is why it includes advanced cameras and industrial-grade barcode scanners. The drones collect the data, which…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.64
July 15, 2022
…a robot or multiple robots assist in collecting tools, cleaning, or simply performing value-added, non-essential tasks commonly required in a manufacturing environment. Robot learning: ARM is seeking the development of models and methods to enable a robot to learn a manufacturing task from a human or another robot. Feature and pose recognition and estimation: A project could develop robotic contextual awareness of a manufacturing task, component, process, and perhaps other activities within a facility to enable and anticipate the next process step and be capable of supporting it. Virtual commissioning of advanced robots: ARM cited a need to reduce the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.62
August 10, 2020
…to home. And social distancing – along with frequent cleaning of technology devices, hands, and surfaces – is widely accepted as the new norm. That doesn’t mean that adopting these new precautionary measures has been easy, though. Social distancing is not just about avoiding gatherings with friends and family, closing schools, or working from home. A strict physical distance must be kept in order to prevent the spread of contagions. Yet, front-line workers in healthcare, public safety, retail, manufacturing, and transportation & logistics have found it particularly challenging to maintain a three or six-foot separation from other people while maintaining…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.62
August 04, 2022
…robots in facilities management is expanding from monitoring and cleaning to security,” LeBlanc told Robotics 24/7. Cobalt provides Remote Guarding Service Cobalt Robotics said its autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) can help companies protect both their employees and intellectual property. The company counts leading enterprises such as General Motors and Slack among its customers. Cobalt noted that its robots primarily operate in corporate office spaces. “Our robot also helps facilities to be ADA [Americans With Disabilities Act]-compliant,” LeBlanc said. “Spaces need to be set up for indoor robots, and we know how to navigate and avoid obstacles.” Cobalt’s Remote Guarding Service…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.60
May 21, 2021
…visited hospitals serviced by ACCIONA and talked to our cleaning staff to get a better understanding about the challenges and needs they faced due to the pandemic.” “From this consultation process, we came up with the technical information we needed to develop the SafeRBot,” he said. “Knowing how much time we had to disinfect a room gave us a clear idea of the number and strength of lamps that had to be installed on the robot. Calculating how many rooms needed to be disinfected per shift was the basis for determining the size and charge of the robot’s battery, and…
