Innovation at the Intersection of Agriculture and Robotics
July 10, 2022
University researchers are testing autonomous systems in the agricultural space as they hope to expand robotics reach in the industry.
ASPINA Develops Autonomous Mobile Robot for Manufacturing Plants
July 6, 2022
ASPINA, which makes motors for a variety of industries, has developed an autonomous mobile robot for the manufacturing floor that it said is superior to automated guided vehicles.
Resgreen Group Says LilBuddy Mobile Robot Proves Agility, Exceeds Payload Expectations
July 1, 2022
Resgreen Group said the pilot testing underway for its LilBuddy system proves the mobile robot is agile, thanks to omnidirectional casters, and it can operate on uneven surfaces.
Nippon Pulse Says Second Generation Box Controllers Are Faster to Deploy
June 28, 2022
Nippon Pulse America said its new CMD-4EX motion controller includes a Commander core module, a new USB interface, and helical interpolation on X, Y, and Z axes.
FANUC Announces New Machine Learning Tool for Predictive Maintenance
June 20, 2022
FANUC America said its AI Servo Monitor works with its MT-LINKi software for preventive maintenance of the drive systems for its servomotors and spindle motors.
10 Noteworthy Robot Exhibits at Automate 2022
June 14, 2022
With more than 550 exhibitors on the show floor at Automate in Detroit, there was a wide selection of robots to see. Here are some that stood out.
Robots Don’t Need to Cost an Arm and a Leg
June 13, 2022
From picking cucumbers and preparing meals in restaurants to packing chocolates, more agile and affordable robots are increasingly accessible.
Bosch Rexroth to Present Factory Automation at Automate 2022
May 31, 2022
Bosch Rexroth will demonstrate motion control technologies, drives and motors, and an autonomous mobile robot that uses its RoKIT Locator Software at Automate in Detroit.
Siemens to Present the Integrated Future of Robots and Digitalization at Automate 2022
May 27, 2022
Siemens plans to present its drives and motors, motion controllers, PLC systems, and other technologies for digitalization of manufacturing at Automate 2022.
Motor Technology Improvements Make Robots More Capable
May 21, 2022
Motors are important components for robotic development. Improvements to the technology are making autonomous machines more accurate, efficient, and powerful.
FANUC to Introduce New DR-3iB/6 STAINLESS Delta Robot for Primary Food Handling at Automate 2022
May 20, 2022
FANUC will have plenty of demonstrations at Automate 2022 this year, including for its new food handling robots and cobots.
igus Turns to Unity to Update Interface and Back End of Its Online Robot Configurator
May 18, 2022
Game on! Using video game engine Unity, igus recently updated its linear robot configurator to be easier and more intuitive to use.
Robot Vibration Reflects Tradeoff Between Flexibility and Precision
April 15, 2022
Collaborative robots often trade precision for flexibility, gaining vibration on the way. Precision ball cycloidal reducers make possible a higher degree of motion control, says HSOAR.
Comau Introduces N-220 Industrial Robot With Streamlined Design for Ease of Use
April 11, 2022
Comau says its new N-220-2.7 industrial robot arm has a modular design for ease of use, integration, and maintenance.
AutoStore Introduces Bin Lift 2.0 to North American Market
March 25, 2022
AutoStore has launched its Bin Lift 2.0 in North America. The company said the new vertical lift is quieter and more versatile than its predecessor.
igus Marks Record Year With 180,000 Active Customers, Increases Delivery Capacity
March 24, 2022
igus, which develops and produces motion plastics for industrial uses including robots, marked 32% revenue growth last year. It plans to invest in expanding and sustainability.
Robot Prices Drop as AI Investments, Ethics Worries Increase, Finds Stanford HAI AI Index 2022 Report
March 16, 2022
The Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence released the "AI Index Report 2022," which studied academic research, job postings, investments, and regulations around AI and robotics.
Siemens Partners With Parmley Graham and AR Controls to Build Bespoke AGVs
March 8, 2022
Siemens Digital Industry has partnered with U.K.-based providers of industrial automation and integration services to offer customized automated guided vehicles or AGVs across industries.
igus Expands North American Leadership Team, Names Five New Vice Presidents
February 11, 2022
igus says its new executives, who have industry experience, will focus on customer service, sustainable development of high-performance polymers, and continued growth in North America.
STMicroelectronics Contributes Microcontrollers to ‘Switchback’ Battlebot to Promote STEM
December 25, 2021
REV Robotics, which supports robot education and competitions, chose STMicroelectronics' STM32 microcontrollers for their durability and familiarity in its battlebot.
