The ASTM International F45 committee is developing a new standard and an apparatus to test mobile manipulator precision.

The MC600 is designed to handle heavier payloads for mobile manipulation using Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots technology.

ASTM International says the work item would help create a safer, long-lasting, and environmentally responsible solar panel cleaning industry.

ASTM’s F45.07 Robotics Applications Subcommittee will initially focus on robot uses in solar, construction, and agricultural sectors.

ASTM International’s Aaron Prather will chair the IEEE humanoid study group, which is open to other standards development organizations.

ASTM International, which develops standards for robot and other technologies, named Andrew G. Kireta Jr. as its president.

ISO and ASTM have defined an additive construction standard in what could be the first of joint efforts around robotics in that industry.