Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.03
April 30, 2021
…Some cobots have cameras mounted near the end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) or even inside the grippers. Why not just rely on vision? “Putting a camera inside the gripper takes a whole computer to calculate—simpler is always better,” Sullivan replied. “To train spatial sense to be similar to vision, we realized that we needed to augment visual perception with tactile. This involves both our computer vision and data analytics groups.” “We've been using a range of sensors,” said Vetro. “Alan's group was using pressure sensors, and Daniel's group was using sensors with MIT. We've seen cameras to look at depth deformations inside…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.44
April 05, 2021
…vacuum gripping system, interfaces towards common (industrial-standard) end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), and stand-alone mounting, said Piab. The patented COAX vacuum technology is designed for flexibility and ease of maintenance, making it suitable for challenging robotics applications and devices where safety is a key concern, claimed the company. In addition, Piab said piSAFE offers the following benefits: Vacuum safety non-return valve (check valve), which holds vacuum in sealed applications in case of a system or power failure Configurations for both centralized and decentralized vacuum systems Can replace more expensive mechanical or vacuum-tank safety arrangements in robotic tools and ergonomic equipment Suitable in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.55
April 28, 2016
…a 12 kg payload capacity, hollow wrist for reliable EOAT cable management and a 1,440-mm horizontal reach. The OTTO 1500 offers a payload capacity of 3,300 lbs. and is built with industrial grade components. It is designed to increase throughput, reduce operating costs and remain flexible with the changing needs of material flow processes. “We’re really excited to partner with Yaskawa to develop the future of mobile manipulation and collaborative robots,” said Matt Rendall, chief executive officer at Clearpath. “Combining our cutting-edge self-driving industrial vehicles with Yaskawa’s industry-leading robot arms will enable a new category of automation for machine tending.”…
