Bota Systems, a sensor developer from Switzerland, specializes in cutting-edge sensors for robots and collaborative robots.

CIIF 2024 showed the latest in China’s robotics industry, from cobots and industrial automation to humanoids.

September 2024 brought unique business deals, exciting events, and even the return of a robotics industry veteran. 

Flexiv said its new fish fillet shaping application can boost speed and accuracy without compromising quality.

Ultra Accuracy increases path accuracy for GoFa robots to 0.03 mm, 10 times that of other cobots, claimed ABB Robotics.

While there are many emerging industries for robotics, ABB Robotics explained why healthcare is the most promising. 

BlackBerry QNX says its foundational software enables developers to make robots more reliable and precise for a range of applications.

Siemens is adding Universal Robots cobots and MiR mobile robots to its Digital Threads experience for manufacturers at MxD.

PickoBot uses computer vision and machine learning to enable the safe and intelligent packaging of items for multiple industries.

With Astorino, Kawasaki aims to offer the capabilities of a modern industrial robot at a fraction of the cost of other educational robots.

MoveIt Pro 6 has new features from PickNik to speed robotics development, helping companies like HiveBotics focus on their value proposition.

ABB gains access to a broader range of DIY automation clients, while Vention enhances its robotics portfolio.

Kawasaki Robotics has focused on making its CL Series cobots easy to program for specific applications such as arc welding.

Luxolis is integrating its perception systems with cobots for an electronics maker and is expanding in South Korea and Japan.

Paul Heitlinger discusses the new drone-based inventory tracking solution from Nokia.

Universal Robots has consolidated its cobot service, support, and training through the myUR fleet management portal.

ATI says its GBX 10 Ethernet module excels in high-speed data and signal communication with vision, inspection, metrology, motion control, and more.

In the UR survey, more than 50% responded that they already harness artificial intelligence and machine learning in their production. 

Doosan introduced Dart-Suite with an integrated development environment that allows customers to create modules for their specific needs.

Richtech is deploying ADAM robots into everyday situation as the robotic bartender gains experience and popularity.

Interact Analysis expects shipments of machine-integrated robots to grow steadily by 9.2% in 2024, despite slow growth in industrial automation.

Ujjwal Kumar, group president of Teradyne Robotics, discussed his role and where he thinks the industry is heading.