New lineup offers servo motors in frame sizes of 40, 60, 80, 100 and 130mm and a power range of 100W to 3kW
Formic focuses on ease of use with new robot software
The Chicago-based RaaS provider has launched software to make robot-based manufacturing available to companies without in-house expertise.
RoboXchange examines real-world operational challenges and new brains for robots
At the first MassRobotics RoboXchange, Locus Robotics shared tips on warehouse challenges, and Opteran showed a new navigational approach.
GITAI dual-armed robot arrives at the ISS, to conduct multiple operations
GITAI USA’s S2 robotic system is the company’s second robot to do work on the International Space Station.
KettyBot Pro will provide personalized customer service, says Pudu Robotics
KettyBot Pro’s new features include a larger screen for personalized advertising, cameras for navigation, and smart tray inspection.
Bosch Rexroth emphasizes flexibility with Smart Flex Effector
Bosch Rexroth hopes to help industry keep up with rising demands by making robot tooling more flexible and easier to use.
Adaptability is key for robotic arms, FAULHABER says
FAULHABER highlights a new tool changer that can turn specialized robots into flexible machines that can do a range of tasks.
Portescap adds encoder, motor for robotics
The M-Sense12A is Portescap’s first autoclavable encoder. It has been optimized for surgical robots and can survive up to 2,000+ sterilization cycles.
igus launches double-shaft stepper motor for robot precision
igus said its new motor for drylin linear axes is a space-saving and cost-effective drive for two mechanical loads.
Jacobi Robotics shortens robot programming cycle in partnership with Formic
Jacobi Robotics has launched new path-planning and optimization system with Formic to accelerate palletizing applications.
The role of ToF sensors in mobile robots
Time-of-flight or ToF sensors provide mobile robots with precise navigation, low-light performance, and high frame rates for a range of applications.
Gecko Robotics, Rho Impact study how robots and AI could improve sustainability
Automated inspection of critical infrastructure can provide data to help multiple industries, report Gecko Robotics and Rho Impact.
KEF Robotics takes a modular approach to aircraft navigation and autonomy
KEF Robotics says its vision software works with different hardware and software to enable drones to navigate in GPS-denied environments.
Synopsys to acquire Ansys to join forces for silicon-to-system design, simulation, and analysis
Synopsys is adding Ansys’ simulation to its testing and electric design tools to help developers engineer more complex systems.
Flexxbotics enables connectivity with FOBA Laser Marking + Engraving equipment
With robot-driven operation of FOBA equipment, customers can achieve continuous operation, greater throughput, and higher yields, claimed Flexxbotics.
John Deere, SpaceX to bring satellite connectivity to farmers and robots
Connectivity has long been an barrier for farmers and tech developers trying to deploy robots such as those of John Deere in rural areas.
Ansys, NVIDIA team up to test autonomous vehicle sensors
Integration will enable engineers to simulate accurate camera, lidar, radar and thermal camera sensors to train autonomous vehicles.
Top 10 robots seen at CES 2024
A quick look at some of the most noteworthy robots at the 2024 CES show in Las Vegas.
Charging challenges can be solved for rugged robotics
As robots spread from factories to field applications, developers face many challenges, but wireless charging can help, says WiBotic.
Robotic Grasping and Manipulation Competition expands tracks in ninth annual session
There is $20,000 in prize money up for grabs at this year’s Robotic Grasping and Manipulation Competition.
1X Technologies raises $100M Series B to advance NEO humanoid robot
1X says its NEO android is being developed with embodied AI to handle household tasks and be safe to operate around consumers.
GRIT Vision System applies AI to Kane Robotics’ cobot weld grinding
Kane Robotics has developed the GRIT Vision System to improve cobot material removal and finishing for customers such as Paul Mueller Co.