Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.82
…industrial applications such as pick and place, sorting, screwing, inspection, gluing, welding, transporting, polishing, and palletizing. Compared with the previous model, the CRA cobots offer a more powerful gearbox that shortens a work cycle by an average of 25%, according to the company. The control boxes of the devices are also about 25% smaller. The boxes can come with optional IP54 protection for challenging environments, reducing the need for extensive maintenance in the long term, said Dobot. Cobots come with safety, communications features In addition, electromagnetic brakes can stop the gripper arms from descending within 18 milliseconds, protecting workers in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.07
…Oceaneering International. The Houston-based company supplies underwater robots for inspection, maintenance, repair, and decommissioning operations to the oil and gas industry. Oceaneering has also developed products and services for the aerospace, defense, entertainment, maritime logistics, renewable energy, and science and research markets. Oceaneering meets demand for remote services Oceaneering said it is a leader in remote operations. In 2015, the company established its first dedicated onshore remote operations facility in Stavanger, Norway. It said it has conducted more than 100,000 hours of piloting from shore. In addition, Oceaneering claimed that it has pioneered Remotely Operated Survey since 2016, helping to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 24.31
…with Shell PLC. The initial scope of work includes inspection services on a Shell subsea field development in the Gulf of Mexico, and the contract could lead to future inspection projects. The new contract follows Nauticus' successful qualification phase for autonomous inspection, maintenance, and repair (IMR). The Houston-based company said its flagship Aquanaut robot will perform noncontact and contact inspections across an extensive subsea complex. “I am incredibly pleased with the progress the team has made in our collaboration with Shell and to embark on this new project with one of the world’s leading energy companies,” said Nicolaus Radford, CEO…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.57
…a simulated rivet into the part, and perform quality inspection of the rivet press. The company said this will demonstrate the versatility of the CRX cobot combined with the PMi-A, a high-performance and scalable general motion control supporting applications that require one to 32 axes. The PMi-A, which offers CNC-style motion control for automated assembly and other applications, integrates into virtually any production system using Ethernet connection, said FANUC. The company said that users who trust its reliable control and servo technology along with overall support for machine tools can expect the same performance and value from its general-purpose motion…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.99
…of the agreement, the Spot quadruped will support tunnel inspections and predictive maintenance activities for equipment. They will include thermal monitoring, analog gauge reading, and acoustic detection of pressurized air and gas leaks. The fleet of legged robots will also run autonomous missions, collecting data for machine learning models to support tasks such as fire-exit monitoring and detecting slight changes in storage racks to help keep Otto Group’s warehouses safe. In addition, the Otto Group will use Stretch in warehouse applications. The box-moving robot will begin unloading containers at 10 facilities next year, with the goal of having all of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 28.96
…is available in 16 configurations, so can handle any inspection process, as well as a wide range of part geometries and sizes – from 1.5 to 3 m (4.9 to 9.8 ft.). Not only does the R-Series not require robotics expertise of shop-floor operators, but it is also compatible with existing metrology software and digital twins, Creaform said. The scanner works with industrial and collaborative robots. The MetraSCAN 3D-R BLACKIElite is designed to work with parts with multiple surfaces, while the BLACKIElite HD provides resolution for parts with many edges, trims, and boundaries. The CUBE-R, which also uses the MetraSCAN…
Found in Robotics Companies & Businesses, with a score of 13.18
Prime Robotics is a global provider of intelligent end-to-end automation and autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, for the warehousing, distribution, e-commerce, and material handling industries. The company said its suite of robotic hardware and software is designed and tailored to optimize the fulfillment ecosystem—providing greater efficiency, scalability, accuracy, and cost savings. By automating tasks such as sorting, picking, packing, and shipping, facilities can significantly reduce the time and labor required to fulfill orders while also minimizing the risk of errors and improving overall accuracy, according to Prime Robotics.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.63
…company said its products can automate the location, identification, inspection, and measurement of discrete items such as mobile phones, electric vehicle batteries, and e-commerce packages. Cognex said it has shipped more than 4 million image-based products, representing over $10 billion in cumulative revenue. It has offices and distributors throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. “Cognex is proud to partner with OSARO to solve the most difficult barcode-reading challenges on behalf of its customer, Zenni,” said Ben Carey, director of logistics product management at Cognex. “Our DataMan barcode-reading solutions can read barcodes in challenging conditions, ensuring that customers can maintain an…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.00
…developer of collaborative robots used in logistics, testing and inspection, machine tools, and services iRobot Corp. – A leading service robot developer South Korea already has the world's highest robot density, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR)—do you expect that leadership to continue? Sharma: In South Korea, the application of robots extends beyond basic manufacturing industries. The market for service-oriented robots is expanding and diversifying across a wide range of sectors, including food preparation, serving, delivery, surgery, security, architecture, and even military applications. The share of service robotics in the domestic robot market grew by 12%, and the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.46
…additional fields such as space exploration, climate monitoring, and inspection operations in hostile settings. “Robots can go to places beyond human reach,” he said. “Equipped with sensors such as microphones and cameras, these robots will enhance the capabilities of rescuers, especially during natural disasters.” “To ensure a dynamic and rapid response to emergencies, we must continually innovate and develop new technologies,” added Nemitz. “Robotics is at the forefront of this development.” About WPI Founded in 1865, Worcester Polytechnic Institute focuses on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) research and said it is a global leader in project-based learning. WPI offers…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.22
…or PIN codes Enforce the completion of pre-operation forklift inspections Improve driver behaviors using impact detection and management Real-time capture of forklift hour meters and usage (engine, travel, lift, etc.) Automated notification of exception events to include failed pre-operation inspections and impacts Track important planned maintenance milestones to aid on-time planned maintenance service Communicate with operators with two-way communication Optional: Speed monitoring (available on select equipment), external alarm, location tracking, and load sensing With Lift Link, customers can choose between a factory-installed or field retrofit option across Logisnext’s material handling portfolio in addition to competitors' equipment. Customers can benefit from…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.22
…surface finish for material removal. Combined with advanced automated inspection, Acme said its new system can eliminate part-to-part variations and enable repair facilities to meet strict tolerances in the aerospace MRO industry. Seamless integration: The company said its human-machine interface (HMI) provides a user-friendly way for quick and easy system integration, with an intuitive process for operators. Consistency and quality: There is limited access to original CAD data in the high-mix, low-volume aerospace MRO industry, said Acme. In-service components that have been subject to wear may not match original specifications. The system uses a golden part as a reference to…