Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.10
August 28, 2023
…training cart that provides fast and accurate robotic welding programming, operation, and even the manufacturing of small parts,” said KUKA. “It is ideal for schools, universities, and company training.” The cart can fit through standard-size doors and can be used without the welder for general training, the company noted. It also includes a fume extractor, a built-in fixture table, and optional simulation software. KUKA will also will also premier the KUKA ready2_educate_print, a training cart for robotics and additive manufacturing. Partners to share demos at FABTECH Machina Labs, a KUKA System Partner, will showcase precision metal forming and rapid prototyping…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.33
August 25, 2023
…require little time to deploy and re-purpose by reducing programming, training, and calibration efforts through machine learning and AI. The Path to Adopt Multi-Modal AI and Rapid Re-tasking & Robot Agility Project Project team: Siemens (principal investigator), University of Southern California Topic areas addressed: Discovery workshops and market studies Description: This project will build assess the state of the art and propose technology roadmaps for the following topics: Multi-modal inputs for AI: Recent advancements of foundation model developed at a surprisingly rapid pace (such as ChatGPT). These models are designed for multi-modal inputs and will dominate the AI landscape over…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.39
August 25, 2023
…to automate everything from debugging and adding notes to programming function blocks from scratch,” it asserted. Beckhoff will provide TwinCAT programming stations so that PACK EXPO visitors can try these features out for themselves. Motion systems to see at PACK EXPO Beckhoff Automation also plans to present the latest updates in adaptive automation with its XPlanar “flying motion” system and linear XTS linear transport solution. XTS, which the company said has “revolutionized thousands of machines worldwide,” will return to PACK EXPO in a washdown, IP69K-rated format: XTS Hygienic. In addition, Beckhoff will again show how its No Cable Technology (NCT)…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.75
August 24, 2023
…Processing. Gelston had very little direct experience with robot programming and used the resources he found through the free online portion of the UR Academy. “There were self-training modules in both video and read-along formats that were very helpful for us to learn from in terms of applications and improvements in procedures that would benefit a variety of our applications,” he said. “By utilizing the resources in the UR training database and support site, as well as the Universal Robots’ community of value-added resellers and add-on components, it really enabled that project to come to a great success,” said Gelston.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.69
August 15, 2023
…said Robotic Auto Path Generation can simplify the robotic programming process and is suitable for high-mix and low-volume manufacturing. The company added that its system is three to four times faster than traditional CNC grinding or manual finishing. Acme automates different processes within aerospace maintenance, repair, and operations. Source: Acme Manufacturing Acme outlined the following features: Swift robot path generation: The company said its advanced 3D surface scanning technology is based on a “golden part” to facilitate the automatic generation of a part-specific robot path, reducing manual intervention and programming time. Once a new part is introduced to the system,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.20
August 11, 2023
…the robotics ecosystem in Massachusetts. Venture Café Cambridge provides programming for innovators and entrepreneurs for the Boston area and beyond. Boston Engineering shares insights into commercialization The speakers at RoboSource represented a robotics integrator, a startup, and a component supplier. Mark Smithers, chief technology officer at Boston Engineering Corp., explained that his company provides services to help companies commercialize their technologies. Waltham, Mass.-based Boston Engineeering has centers of excellence around robotics, embedded systems, digital solutions such as augmented reality (AR), controls, and “DFX” or design for manufacturing. With more than 25 years of experience in working with innovators and federal…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.99
August 09, 2023
…it will show its SprutCAM X Robot offline robot programming software and the 17th version of its SprutCAM X system for computer-aided design and manufacturing at the EMO Hannover manufacturing trade fair. The company will show its innovations at Booth E06 in Hall 9 from Sept. 18 to 23 in Hannover, Germany. After a four-year hiatus, the EMO exhibition is back, and SprutCAM said it will be the venue for European premiere of its latest technologies. Limassol, Cyprus-based SprutCAM claimed that its team was inspired by nature to create software for programming CNC machines and industrial robots. The company said…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.62
August 08, 2023
…Omniverse Audio2Face — Provides access to generative AI application programming interfaces (APIs) that create realistic facial animations and gestures from only an audio file. It now includes multilingual support and a new female base model, said NVIDIA. OpenUSD expands Omniverse ecosystem NVIDIA also announced a broad range of frameworks, resources, and services for developers and companies to accelerate OpenUSD adoption. In addition, the company announced new Omniverse Cloud APIs, built by NVIDIA, for developers to more seamlessly implement and deploy OpenUSD pipelines and applications. For example, ChatUSD is a large language model (LLM) copilot that can answer USD questions or…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.82
August 08, 2023
…ForwadX’s Lynx U1000 autonomous tuggers integrate into the service programming system (SPS) and transport materials from the staging area to the line-side workstations. The AMRs navigate to the material staging area with empty racks, and pickers use light indicators as guidance for picking and matching. Once the AMR reaches the unloading point on the line side, the full racks are automatically unloaded, said the companies. After completing the material delivery, the AMRs can independently mount empty racks at the rack collection point and return. In the chassis line process, Chery Super Factory said it prioritizes sustainability by reusing old racks…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.13
August 04, 2023
…cobot is suitable for medium-volume lines and offers hand-guided programming for fast deployment on demand. It also features a 1,700 mm (66.9 in.) maximum reach, a 30 kg (66.1 lb.) payload capacity, an easy-to-clean surface, and NSF H1-certified, food-grade grease as standard. In addition to meeting established safety standards, the HC30PL provides four modes of operation and can easily shift between collaborative speed in power and force limiting (PFL) mode or full speed in industrial mode, based on risk assessment and process requirements. The cobot can accommodate fluctuating demands, said Yaskawa. A Schmalz dual FQE gripper can facilitate fluid handling…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.20
July 28, 2023
…Also last year, Hyundai Elevator unveiled an open application programming interface (API) to synchronize elevators with robots, smartphones, home networks, smartphones, and other systems, said the Icheon, South Korea-based company. “We would like to initiate diverse collaborations with system and device enterprises through the launch of our open API,” said Cho Jae-cheon, CEO of Hyundai Elevator, in a press release at the time. “We plan to build a new elevator service ecosystem and expand our platform businesses.” The API can also connect to the building management systems (BMS) to expand into services and home networks that can control elevators in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.66
July 24, 2023
…The consistent, strong performance of navigation technology and site-specific programming enable robots to adapt to surroundings and real-time conditions, while strictly following safety protocols. This capability helps reduce the risk of accidents, collisions, or other safety incidents, including when compared to lift trucks with human operators. Yale robotic lift trucks are compliant with ANSI/ITSDF B56.5, always default to stop, and sense ground-level obstacles as well as suspended items, such as a ladder on the back of a burden carrier. How can relieving retention problems increase operational productivity? Smart: Robotics can help curb employee turnover and maximize workforce productivity by automating…
