Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.83
May 05, 2021
…through novel exercises. “Our exoskeleton was designed to provide precision in augmenting human movement by moving within the scapulohumeral rhythm [SHR],” Prentice said. “An exoskeleton that facilitates more natural human movements without rigid position control provides a level of safety that could open up the opportunity for robotics to be applied in many other industries.” KNet Investment Partners and Big Basin Capital led Harmonic Bionics' Series A rouund, with participation from DSC Investment, Smilegate Investment, Bass Investment, H Robotics, and JCurve Investment. Harmonic Bionics has also begun a roadshow tour, conducting in-person demonstrations at rehabilitation hospitals and healthcare clinics across…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.81
June 10, 2022
…an autonomous mobile robot (AMR), the company said. For precision docking, the vehicle relies on QR codes/fiducials or magnetic tape, like an automated guided vehicle (AGV). This dual capability give LilBuddy greater versatility within its working environment, claimed Resgreen Group. What’s inside LilBuddy LilBuddy features front and rear solid-state 2D/3D lidars that are used to map the areas traveled in and detect obstacles in its path. Once LilBuddy learns the map, it can be dispatched to any location with triggers and commands from BotWay and BotWay connected devices. Routes, a series of waypoints and commands, can also be set up…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.80
June 01, 2023
…swiftly design their vision systems, enhancing the realism and precision of AI system design and testing.” Orbbec said claimed that it is a pioneer in 3D visual perception technology and a “full-stack” developer platform for robotics and artificial intelligence. In April, the Shenzhen, China-based company said its AI-Aided SDK Programming Guide will enable software developers to easily create code through natural-language interactions with ChatGPT. Orbbec integrates with Isaac ROS Orbbec said it is also working on integrating its products into the NVIDIA Isaac ROS platform, a toolkit for AI-powered robots. Once completed, this integration will empower developers to build more…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.79
July 07, 2020
…capabilities of Jabil through a single digital thread. Beyond the 3D printing of parts, Jabil can now leverage Fictiv’s precision service model to offer volume manufacturing, data, packaging and on-time fulfillment to end customers with less risk. Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.79
August 03, 2023
…state-of-the-art FMCW lidar sensor features the highest integration, resolution, precision, and longest range of any other competing approach, while remaining the only commercially available solution to offer polarization information.” “At CES last year, SiLC showed Eyeonic's 1,250 m [4,101 ft.] range, and this year, we created 3D lidar portraits of our guests with an indie evaluation board,” he told Robotics 24/7. “Eight months later, we're announcing our partnership and have designed boards that can reduce cost, power, and size tenfold.” Components of SiLC and indie's jointly developed platform. Click on image to enlarge. Source: SiLC Technologies FMCW is superior to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.73
October 02, 2023
…company said the joint venture will create a mixed-fleet precision agriculture platform supporting the future development and distribution of Trimble Ag technologies. “This deal significantly enhances AGCO’s technology stack with disruptive technologies that cover every aspect of the crop cycle, which ultimately helps us better serve farmers no matter what brand they use,” said Eric Hansotia, chairman, president, and CEO of AGCO. “The exclusive access to Trimble Ag products, combined with AGCO’s existing precision ag offerings, also accelerates AGCO’s growth ambitions around autonomy, precision spraying, connected farming, data management and sustainability,” he said. “All of these touchpoints will result in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.69
May 25, 2023
…2D cameras and 3D cameras. It offers 0.4-inch docking precision and 360° obstacle detection and avoidance to ensure the safety of materials and people on the floor, according to FowardX Robotics. The Beijing-based company has been selling the Lynx AMR in Asia for some time. But it decided to bring the new robot to North America, as part of its push to become a bigger player on the continent. It made its North American debut at ProMat earlier this year with its lineup of AMRs. Editor's note: For more on Automate, check out Robotics 24/7's special coverage page.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.68
April 29, 2024
…research topics are parallel robotics, high speed and high precision robotics, medical and surgical robotics applications, surgical instrumentation, and precision mechanisms. Over the years, Clavel has received numerous awards in parallel and industrial robotics, including the 1989 Laureate of the Japan Industrial Robot Association (JIRA) Awards for the Delta parallel robot, 1996 project winner of the Technologiestandort Schweiz competition, and the ABB Sonderpreis for the robotics project. “Who would have thought that a visit to a chocolate factory would result in a robot concept that is not only used worldwide, but is actually studied in universities and now further recognized…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.68
April 12, 2023
…“With an industry-leading speed of 200°/s and repeatability of ± 0.02 mm, all CL Series models offer the highest precision,” they said. “They are the ideal choice for automating simple and repetitive tasks to save costs and maximize revenue.” The global collaborative robot market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 32.0%, from 2023 to 2030, according to Grand View Research. In 2022, it was valued at $1.23 billion. For more information on the new CL Series, check out this brochure.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.65
May 12, 2021
Nordex Inc., which manufactures precision electromechanical parts and assemblies, last week said that it has been certified to the AS9100D quality standard by the American Systems Registrar LLC. Brookfield, Conn.-based Nordex said that AS9100D is the “gold standard of quality certifications, building upon ISO9001:2015 to account for the high stakes involved in manufacturing for the aerospace industry.” “AS9100D certification is an important milestone for Nordex,” stated Dan Agius, Jr., co-owner and chief financial officer of Nordex. “We are ready to take our reputation for quality gears, machined parts, and assemblies to new heights by welcoming a wider range of clients…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.62
September 28, 2020
…maneuvering packages in warehouses requires a high degree of precision, these SensorApps were developed to allow for the smooth automated flexibility of mobile robots. Human workers also receive significant help from these solutions, thus allowing for a safer and more efficient process. Dolly Positioning SensorApp When it comes to automation, success lies in precision. The automated pick-up of dollies with an AGV requires exact identification of the place and position of the dolly. The Dolly Positioning SensorApp helps satisfy this requirement within a working range of 1.5-3m. It works by positioning the camera in front of the dolly chassis The…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.61
October 18, 2022
…to industrial machine control—to solve the unique problems that precision location poses for each industry. In addition, Swift said its technology is part of improvements in mobile phone positioning, supporting new applications, such as navigation, traffic, and augmented reality. The company supports customers in tracking and improving safety across continent-wide rail networks. Swift said it provides enhanced real-time kinematics (RTK) to next-generation machine control and guidance systems for robotics, agriculture, construction, and a host of other applications. Investors bet on autonomous transport SK Inc. and Potentum Partners led Swift Navigation's Series D round with support from existing investors including New…
