maxon’s new IDX compact integrated servo gearmotor + drive combines a powerful, brushless EC-i motor and an EPOS4 positioning controller, which can be complemented with a maxon planetary gearhead when required. This integrated motor features high torque density, high efficiency, maintenance-free components, and a high-quality industrial housing providing IP65 protection. The IDX also features configurable…
Chaotic physics approach leads researchers to insect-like gaits for robots
Researchers are embracing chaos and nonlinear physics to create insectlike gaits for tiny robots — complete with a locomotion controller to provide a brain-machine interface. The group now describes using a system of three nonlinear differential equations as a building block for central pattern generators.
technIQ software for Corindus CorPath GRX surgical robot receives FDA approval
Corindus said new motion automations have received FDA clearance for use in coronary and peripheral robotic-assisted procedures.
Hexapod six-axis alignment system designed to provide flexibility to automakers
Thanks to recent design improvements in hexapod systems, automotive manufacturers requiring extremely high accuracy can reduce set-up and processing time, overall production cycle times, and ultimately the cost of operation.
RE2 Robotics obtains patent for robot joint for dexterous underwater manipulation
RE2 Robotics’ latest patent, for a fluid rotary joint, covers a new gear and actuator combination that it said will make it easier for robots to inspect and manipulate objects underwater.
Mirmex Motor uses AI in new approach to customizable micromotor winding design
Mirmex Motor said its AI-developed electric motors and flexible circuits can make it easier to design and manufacture devices such as prosthetics and surgical robots.
Neural network plus motion planning equals more useful robots, finds UC Berkeley
Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, said that combining neural networks with motion-planning software will give robots the speed and skill to assist in warehouse environments.
Unlimited Tomorrow designs personalized prosthetics to empower amputees
Among the tradeoffs in designing robotic prosthetics is the one between cost and function. Unlimited Tomorrow uses innovative production methods and maxon drives to help children gain function.
GEMINI underwater robot from Schilling to use Energid Actin for manipulator motion control
Energid Technologies’ Actin software is helping Schilling Robotics’ GEMINI remotely operated underwater vehicle with more sophisticated manipulation.
How precision drives can improve the performance of robotic grippers, mobile robots
As robots become more flexible and enter new industries, they need to be as precise as possible. FAULHABER MICROMO said its configurable precision drives are necessary in numerous applications.
AZ Series Compact DC Input Driver in two motor frame sizes new from Oriental Motor
Oriental Motor said its AZ Series Compact Driver DC input with cables provides a direct-connection motor for robotics applications.
University of Leeds scientists develop robot-assisted, semi-autonomous colonoscopy
Scientists at the University of Leeds said their development of magnet-guided, semi-autonomous robotic colonoscopy could make the procedure easier for examiners and less painful for patients.
Kollmorgen expert to explain motor integration with Harmonic Drive gearboxes
In this RoboBusiness Direct session, Kollmorgen frameless motor specialist Tom S. Wood will help robotics developers pair motors with Harmonic Drive gearboxes.
Harmonic Drive keynote to examine how actuator design can help robotics developers
Three experts from Harmonic Drive will explain the potential benefits of advanced actuator design for robotics developers in this RoboBusiness Direct keynote.
IQ Motion Control releases Vertiq 6806 motor module for the robotics industry
Startup IQ Motion Control said the Vertiq 6806, its latest motor module, will help revolutionize the robotics and aerial drone industry.
Elmo Motion Control receives ISO 14001 certification
Elmo Motion Control, a manufacturer of innovative motion control technologies, today announced that it is has been certified to the ISO 14001 standard for environmental management systems. This provides independent, internationally recognized assurance that Elmo complies with all regulations and laws relating to environmental protection and emergency preparedness. Granting of ISO 14001 Certification confirms Elmo’s…
Q&A: PCB stator technology integrated by ECM, Cone Drive into robotic joint actuators
ECM PCB Stator Technology is collaborating with Cone Drive to integrate their offerings for lightweight actuators suitable for precision robotics.
How Realtime Robotics is helping robots avoid collisions
Boston-based startup Realtime Robotics is helping robots solve the motion planning problem by giving them collision avoidance capabilities.
Harmonic Drive releases ultra lightweight, flat gearheads
The new gearheads are ideal for end-of-arm axes for small industrial and collaborative robots and general industrial machinery where weight is a critical factor.
ElectroCraft adds MPW Wheel Drive to motor portfolio for mobile robots
ElectroCraft has expanded its MobilePower product family with the MPW Wheel Drive, which it said is optimized for mobile robots.
Motus Labs launches ML1000 series gearless drives
Motus Labs, a Dallas-based startup that exited stealth mode in December 2018, today commercially launched its ML1000 series of gear drives. Featuring its patented gearless M-DRIVE design, Motus Labs said the ML1000 series can improve robot performance and reduce costs for both robotics manufacturers and users. The ML1000 series has five precision drive models. Check…
Elmo Motion Control launches new Platinum servo drives
Elmo Motion Control, a manufacturer of innovative motion control technologies, offers a new line of servo drives — the Platinum series of servo drives featuring advanced servo functionality and functional safety. An evolution of Elmo’s Gold line of servo drives, the new line of servo drives is designed to meet OEMs’ growing needs for safer,…