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How Many Degrees of Freedom Does My Robot Arm Need?

September 25, 2022 · Degrees of freedom represents the ability of a robot to move in multiple directions, but more isn't always better. The number of axes in a design should be tied to the application.

European Space Agency Chooses Astrobotic and Lunar Logistics Services for First Commercial Delivery to the Moon

September 24, 2022 · Astrobotics is working with Lunar Logistics Services and the European Space Agency on this mission.

MachineMetrics New Universal Robots Connector Provides Health and Performance Data

September 23, 2022 · MachineMetrics said its product provides greater real-time insights into the status of Universal Robots' cobots.

The Key to Revitalizing Manufacturing is Human Labor and Robots Working Hand in Hand. But How?

September 23, 2022 · Søren Peters of HowtoRobot.com takes a look at the challenges of integrating automation in today's evolving manufacturing industry.

KUKA Develops Modular Housing System With Waypaver International to Make Housing More Accessible

September 23, 2022 · KUKA and Waypaver have teamed up on a new system that combines robots with plant floor plan layout logistics.

Geek+ Picking Robots Chosen By German HVAC Systems Specialist

September 22, 2022 · Geek+’s picking robots are being used by a HVAC specialist that offers one day shipping and stores the majority of its products at its warehouse.

ABB Launches Rebranded AMRs a Year After ASTI Mobile Robotics Acquisition

September 22, 2022 · ABB has released the first two models of its rebranded mobile robots that were originally developed by ASTI Mobile Robotics.

Civ Robotics Raises $5M Seed Round for Autonomous Surveying System

September 22, 2022 · Civ Robotics plans to use its seed funding to expand its staff, continue R&D, and grow business development for its CivDot surveying robot.

Belgian Traditional House Provides Tourist Attraction With Low-Cost Automation From RBTX

September 22, 2022 · Who says automation has to be expensive? In Bruges, Belgium, the chocolate shop Roose’s Chocolate World has a robot called Chocomatic built at a bargain price. It packs chocolates in front of customers. A robolink® robot from igus® is used, which moves on a seventh axis.

The Rise of Low-Cost Automation

September 22, 2022 · Skilled workforces are working with automation in unprecedented ways to increase morale, productivity and profitability.

MAXXgrip Promises to Advance Material Handling Robotics Performance

September 22, 2022 · The Gripper Co. said its new MAXXgrip robotic gripper combines compliance with suction for hybrid grasping with speed and gentleness for e-commerce.

Addverb Technologies Adds ABCO Systems as Integrator Partner for Warehouse Automation

September 21, 2022 · Addverb Technologies is working with ABCO Systems to broaden its warehouse market customer base.

China Bought 44% More Robots in 2021 Than It Did in 2020, Finds IFR Report

September 21, 2022 · China accounted for half of the industrial robot installations worldwide in 2021, according to the International Federation of Robotics.

Pittsburgh Robotics Network to Show Regional Strengths at Discovery Day 2022

September 21, 2022 · The Pittsburgh Robotics Network will connect the general public with robotics researchers, educational institutions, and employers at its first Discovery Day.

GreyOrange Receives SPARK Matrix Recognition for Ranger Robots, GreyMatter Software

September 21, 2022 · GreyOrange has combined its Ranger autonomous mobile robots and GreyMatter optimization software for multi-agent management of warehouse operations.

Kivnon Brings K55 Pallet Stacking Robot to Logistics and Automation 2022

September 21, 2022 · Kivnon, a Spanish provider of mobile robots, said its new K55 Pallet Stacker is reliable, safe, and easy to integrate.

Arbe and HiRain Technologies Power Perception Radars for Autonomous Trucks and AGVs Across Ports in China

September 20, 2022 · Arbe Robotics is working with HiRain to outfit autonomous vehicles with perception radar systems.

NVIDIA Puts Isaac Sim on the Cloud, Releases Isaac Nova Orin for Mobile Robot Developers

September 20, 2022 · NVIDIA said that Isaac Sim is now available on the cloud, that Jetson Orin Nano has 80x performance over Xavier, and that Isaac Nova Orin reference platform is out.

ASTM International Creates Subcommittee on Robotic Grasping and Manipulation

September 20, 2022 · ASTM International's new subcommittee intends to help robotics users select end effectors by developing standards for grasping and manipulation.

Bespoke Manufacturing Selects Fetch Robots and Zebra Industrial Scanners to Increase Efficiency

September 20, 2022 · Bespoke Manufacturing Co. worked with S&H Systems to use Zebra and Fetch technology to increase visibility into workflows, from printing fabric to shipping.

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