Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.82
February 14, 2023
…particular job, as well as the growing needs for interoperability and easy ways to collect, analyze, and present data. Manifest attendance doubles in second year More than 3,000 people attended Manifest at Caesar's Forum—at least double the 1,500 attendees at last year's inaugural event, according to event organizers. Conference sessions began on Tuesday, Jan. 31, but the show floor with about 200 exhibitors wasn't open until Wednesday, Feb. 1. Attendees included Fortune 500 companies, numerous investors, and robotics startups. The first group was the most sought after by exhibitors as potential customers, but the latter two could have learned about…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.72
March 11, 2024
…with a unified programming platform using open standards promotes interoperability among automation systems, machines and robots. Consistent output: Designed to handle repetitive tasks without errors or distractions, cobots can maintain Overall Equipment Effectiveness while manufacturing higher volumes of quality goods over shorter periods 24/7 without fatigue. This produces a consistent output with little variability over a given production batch. Workplace health and safety: Cobots perform well in harsh environments and can handle riskier operator tasks involving heavy weights to reduce accidents and injuries. Amidst the rapid growth of US manufacturing, companies are increasingly seeking digital, efficient, and sustainable options to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.67
April 07, 2021
…2020 and first quarter of 2021.” Robot fleets and interoperability “In addition to order fulfillment, demand for UV disinfection robots went way up,” Carlson said. “We have a couple of customers developing and deploying these robots. Lots of applications are 24/7—robots need to charge multiple times per day because their payloads are using energy. That has shown the weakness of some contact-based systems. We're doing 'five nines' of reliability and visibility into charging stations with the Commander software.” What about the need for interoperability among multiple types of robots from different vendors? “We definitely hear about it a lot,” said…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.61
April 05, 2022
…order fulfillment can be fully automated, according to the partners. Through the pilot, OSARO and Konoike hope to identify interoperability problems that may arise when multiple types of robots interact and to resolve thesm ahead of operational deployment.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.59
August 24, 2023
…enable deeper integration of their technologies, leading to enhanced interoperability and interconnectivity of unmanned systems through a singular platform with similar control features. This will ultimately enable warfighters to operate a variety of connected robotic systems on the battlefield and share information between multiple domains with one common controller, they explained. Tomahawk provides warfighters 'single pane of glass' Founded by Brad Truesdell and Matt Summer in 2018, Tomahawk Robotics said it has designed the Kinesis Ecosystem to provide “an unmatched tactical capability” for the warfighter. At its center is the Kinesis AI-enhanced and open architecture, which the company said integrates…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.52
June 14, 2024
…on actual site changes. loT Capabilities: PUDU T300 includes interoperability features such as secure door access, elevator control, a self-configuring network with call options, and production line material requests via an app to integrate into production processes. Multimodal Interaction: Operation indicator lights and traffic signal light design display the PUDU T300’s position and cruising intentions, with collaborative robot features including customizable buttons and audible alerts. Charging: The PUDU T300 features automatic recharging and quick battery swapping capabilities, allowing for continuous 24/7 operation. Safety Compliance: The PUDU T300 adheres to ISO 3691-4 Industrial Safety Requirements and includes lidar, depth camera, collision…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.49
November 14, 2021
…robotics from different vendors, elevating the importance of easy interoperability, said Dwight Klappich, research vice president at analyst firm Gartner Inc. Application programming interfaces (APIs) from robotics vendors and from warehouse management system (WMS) providers can help. However, things get more complicated when multiple types of robots, fixed automation, and other systems like manifesting or cubing and weighing, need to work in concert. “The problem is when operations get to the point of deploying heterogeneous fleets of robots, then that API approach becomes increasingly difficult to do,” explained Klappich. “You can end up with all these one-off integrations between multiple…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.43
June 09, 2021
…strategy (TIS) topic areas around risk reduction, human-machine interaction, interoperability, reconfigurable robots, and intelligent systems: Methods and tools for successful robotics adoption and expansion Methods and tools for assessing industrial readiness of new technologies User-friendly interfaces for programming, operation, and maintenance Human-robot trust and safety Plug-and-play hardware and software (system level) Open-source and open architecture software, methods, and environments Modular robotic designs Automated path planning and robot instruction generation Self-aware and adaptive systems AI and machine learning Distributed, edge, and cloud computing Advisor robots—observation, identification, fault detection, and training Deadlines and more information The project call is open to ARM…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.42
May 25, 2021
…operation systems, navigation systems, and fleet management software. An interoperability layer is emerging, with several software vendors, standards groups, and integrators taking on the challenge of getting equipment and systems to communicate. Real-Time Innovations today announced that 634AI Ltd. has selected RTI Connext DDS to connect its MAESTRO and autonomous mobile robots. “The motivation for creating our MAESTRO system was helping our customers transform the way they fulfil everyday indoor tasks,” stated Onn Fenig, CEO of 634AI. “RTI Connext DDS helped us create a central control tower that can streamline the management and control of any mobile task on an…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.21
August 21, 2021
…you or the service provider will need to monitor interoperability efforts. Source: Meili Robots 5. Functionality You'll eventually want to add new features and carry out updates for any software. Here, building your own FMS has a clear advantage over buying an existing one. Building and knowing your own strong, stable technological foundation allows you to expand it at any time. When buying an existing FMS, you will be highly dependent on the vendor in terms of new features and updates, as well as for responding to possible system failures and downtime. 6. Scalability When building your own FMS, the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.04
January 26, 2022
…participated in its development and demonstration of an AMR interoperability standard. “We continue to expand our relationship with Vecna Robotics across multiple facilities and workflows because of its innovative approach to solving real-world material handling challenges,” said Andy Johnston, senior director of innovation for the Americas at GEODIS. “For us, the magic of Vecna Robotics’ technology is about maximizing our throughput and efficiency — especially during continued industry-wide challenges,” he said. “As Vecna Robotics further expands its operational capacity and innovation with its latest funding round, that will help us continue to exceed our customers’ expectations for many years to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.03
August 12, 2023
…forklifts, automation can be monitored and controlled more closely. Interoperability among robots is also becoming a priority. With significant advances, new technologies are continuing to expand in manufacturing. Even in the automotive industry, robotics adoption is still rising, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). Maintenance With smart machines, industrial sensors, and full connectivity throughout the facility, maintenance managers and technicians can gain more insight than ever into the real-time performance, health, and status of machinery. Sensors and other condition monitoring tools can be aftermarket or integrated into the equipment, as with many newer machines. These devices provide ongoing…
