Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.99
July 10, 2021
…it also contains a safety button that ensures an ergonomic environment for workers. Source: ROEQ Avoid DIY remorse Harbour raises an important point. This knowledge gap around the importance of professionally designed, fully functional mobile robotic equipment has given rise to a trend of companies trying to build and deploy their own equipment. I know this because a significant number of our end users are former DIYers in the MRE space. They have tried to design and deploy their own MRE and, despite several design tweaks and fresh iterations, they are ready to embrace standardized MRE solutions. Designing and deploying…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.58
June 28, 2021
…vision, easy-to adopt instrument control, and a choice of ergonomic working positions The open surgeon console can reduce stress and fatigue and allows for clear communication with the surgical team, CMR added. By thinking laparoscopically and operating robotically with Versius, patients, surgeons, and healthcare professionals can all benefit from robotic MAS it said. In addition, Versius captures data with its wider digital ecosystem to support a surgeon’s continuous learning. Through the Versius Connect app, Versius Trainer, and CMR clinical registry, the system can provide insights to ultimately improve surgical care, said CMR. SoftBank Vision Fund 2ii leads round SoftBank Vision…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.55
June 24, 2021
…scanner is modular, allowing warehouse workers to choose their ergonomic preference by sliding the scanning module into a ring, glove, or palm scanner attachment. In addition, the Rufus RADD Tab provides operators in materials handling vehicles or warehouse carts with hands-free access to supply chain applications to complete tasks faster and more accurately, said the company. “Optimizing humans and robots in the warehouse is key to future sustainability, increased productivity, and ensuring a safe environment for workers. Rufus WorkHero already cuts pick time in half and provides added safety features to pickers,” said Gabe Grifoni, founder and CEO of Rufus…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.81
May 18, 2021
…relieve humans from more lifting tasks, leading to improved ergonomics and working conditions. With overexertion and repetitive motion accounting for an estimated 24% and 8% of workplace injuries respectively in the U.S. alone, this provides significant relief to human workers. “Humans are not designed to lift heavy goods repeatedly, but our cobots handle these tasks with ease,” said Povlsen. “By taking over unergonomic activities, UR cobots boost productivity, improve product quality, and help businesses rethink how to best use the creative and problem-solving abilities of their workforce –all while keeping people safe.” Robotiq is one of numerous UR+ partners developing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 20.28
May 04, 2021
…to execute tasks, increasing efficiency, improving quality, and reducing ergonomic hazards. AI helps humans, robots tackle transmission assembly Assembly of transmissions is notoriously complex. Previously, operators installed heavy transmission components such as torque converters manually, a challenging process from an ergonomics and safety standpoint. In recent years, the process was automated. Symbio said it is helping Ford to control the robot with AI, which more efficiently installs components into the transmission based on the large amounts of data it has collected. This new process allows the robot to predict how it should assemble components in the next transmission based off…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.21
April 24, 2021
…sensory feedback be combined with hardware design for more ergonomic prosthetics? Valle: Yes, it can be used with any type of commercial prosthetic devices. The tactile feedback is available in all the cases. The position feedback is connected to the flexion/extension of the prosthetic knee, so the joint must be present in the prosthetic device in order to be exploited. Could these insights be applied to users of powered exoskeletons or power-assisted prosthetics? Valle: This is exactly what we are now exploring in collaboration with other ETH labs expert in wearable exoskeletons. The fusion of neurotechnology and innovative robotics is…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.43
April 14, 2021
…accuracy and efficiency while also making the process more ergonomic for warehouse employees.” “With no need for fixed platform development, it makes it easy for Asda to scale operations in line with business growth,” he said. “All they have to do is adjust the number of robots and destination chutes.” Geek+ robots provide flexibility, speed, and accuracy, according to the partners. Source: Geek+ “We had a lot of fun delivering the solution, as Geek+ sorting robots are a highly flexible technology that can be integrated and customized to work with existing equipment on customer sites, such as conveyor belts or…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.66
April 13, 2021
…1,000 units per hour while also providing a more ergonomic work environment for associates, helping them attract and retain the best people. It’s really the perfect solution for all retail segments.” Ranger and tSort integrated through GreyMatter software Traditional e-commerce order-fulfillment setups require human associates to walk around large warehouses to access a broad assortment of stock-keeping units (SKUs), then spend time and energy walking to a putwall to sort the SKUs to orders for picking. GreyOrange’s Ranger GTP autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) bring inventory to warehouse associates at a picking station. The company's GreyMatter software orchestrates robots, people, and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.78
April 05, 2021
…mechanical or vacuum-tank safety arrangements in robotic tools and ergonomic equipment Suitable in robotic applications where high demand of safety is required Suitable for ergonomic lifting devices/manipulators and cranes which must comply with lifting norms such as (DIN/SS) – EN 13155 and ASME Standard B30.20 Through the energy saving features, the noise level is reduced as well as the carbon footprint Air consumption is reduced up to 98% per cycle Lightweight materials for EOAT produce less wear on robotic motors and drive allow for increased speed/acceleration or smaller, cheaper robots The piSAFE program also offers the following features, according to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.48
March 20, 2021
…Truck and Operation Evolution Industrial Design of Vehicles Operator Ergonomics Neurotechnology Applications in Material Handling This year, the University Research Program has added a new optional concept paper step in the process. This step is a way that professors and student researchers can connect with the University Research Program reviewers for initial input of their submission. Professors and researchers are encouraged (but not required) to submit a one page concept paper explaining their proposal. Concept papers must be submitted between April 12, 2021, through Aug. 27, 2021, in order to be reviewed. About The Raymond Corporation The Raymond Corp., a…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.10
March 11, 2021
…technology, truck drivers, so that feedback on issues like ergonomics or software ease of use can also be addressed. If issues or new functional needs are discovered, startups tend to be open minded about changing their focus based on the feedback, Montgomery adds. “With startups, you have a considerable opportunity to help them shape and form development of their solution or their product roadmap,” Montgomery says. For companies who don’t have an innovation lab or team, it’s still possible to work effectively with startups, says Montgomery, though proving out and piloting a new technology is still needed. “You have to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.68
February 16, 2021
…Parts applications include end effectors used with industrial robots, ergonomic aids such as lift assists and hand tools and alignment fixtures on assembly lines. “There is a reason why manufacturers are increasingly turning to 3D-printed carbon fiber materials,” says Stratasys Senior Vice President of Manufacturing Dick Anderson. “It’s incredibly strong, versatile, and lightweight. We want to enable all our FDM customers to take advantage of those material characteristics. Introducing FDM ABS-CF10 is a significant step in growing 3D printing’s presence in the global manufacturing industry.” The FDM ABS-CF10 material is scheduled to be available in April 2021, and orders are…
