Virtual Incision’s spaceMIRA surgical robot to test long-range remote capability on ISS
January 31, 2024
Virtual Incision sent its spaceMIRA surgical robot to the ISS to test long-range remote capabilities on surgical devices in hopes of greater utilization on Earth in under-served communities.
Skyline Robotics granted patent from Japan for robotic window-cleaning platform
January 17, 2024
Skyline Robotics obtained a patent from Japan related to the automation of work and using robotic arms on a building's façade.
Special Focus Issue
Cobots Democratize Automation
December 14, 2023
This month's Robotics 24/7 looks at cobots that can safely and effectively work alongside humans have found particular success in high-mix, low-volume applications like machine tending, piece picking and welding.
ABB Expands SCARA Robot Portfolio
December 6, 2023
IRB 930 is aimed at fast point-to-point tasks that demand high payloads and large work areas.
Improve Your Pipetting Process With Automation
December 5, 2023
Pipetting is a highly technical skill, requiring precision and repetition over potentially long periods of time. Without the proper training & execution — along with steady hands and a healthy dose of...
Automated Pipetting Technique
December 5, 2023
The precise dosing of minute liquid volumes in a matter of seconds is crucial to the fields of medicine and natural sciences. As a result, the use of automated pipetting...
Movu Eligo Advances Order Picking
November 27, 2023
New robot picking arm fully automates bin picking, from a single SKU source bin into multiple mixed SKU destination bins, with higher pick accuracy and quality.
Cobots Help Balance Reshoring and Worker Challenges
November 16, 2023
The dual-armed cobots are helping aluminum component supplier reduce assembly time, increase productivity, and increase flexibility.
Dallas Manufacturing Sector to See at Cowboys Stadium How Robots Can Mitigate Labor Shortages
November 3, 2023
Olympus Controls plans to show at the Waves of Innovation event how manufacturers can benefit from robotics with workforce optimization and increased productivity.
ATI Industrial Automation Introduces MC-50 Manual Tool Changer for Robots
November 1, 2023
ATI Industrial Automation said its MC-50 Manual Tool Changer is designed for safety, ease of use, and to support a wide range of robotics applications across industries.
Porsche Consulting Collaborates With ABB Robotics to Automate Modular Construction
November 1, 2023
Porsche Consulting is working with ABB Robotics to apply automation and software to large-scale manufacturing of modular housing, helping the construction industry meet workforce and sustainability challenges.
Finland’s Robotics Industry Specializes in Small Series Production, Finds HowToRobot
November 1, 2023
Finland has 201 robotics suppliers, largely focused on the country's metals and manufacturing sectors, according to the latest national profile by HowToRobot and the Robotics Society in Finland.
Promise Robotics Raises Series A Funding to Automate Home Production as a Service
October 31, 2023
Promise Robotics has raised $15 million to commercialize its AI-driven software for turnkey automation of building production.
Nulogy Partners With Formic to Provide Software and Robotics as a Service
October 31, 2023
Nulogy and Formic said the combination of supply chain software and manufacturing robotics will help businesses digitalize and compete.
Skyline Robotics and Principle Cleaning Services to Bring Window Cleaning Robots to London
October 31, 2023
Skyline Robotics and Principle Cleaning Service plan not only to clean windows in London, but also to collect useful building data.
Pittsburgh Robotics Network Names Jennifer Apicella as Executive Director
October 30, 2023
The Pittsburgh Robotics Network has made its former interim director permanent, moved into the Robotics Factory, and prepared for its next Discovery Day.
Aerobotix to Demonstrate Collaborative Mobile Robot for Aerospace and Defense at WESTEC/AeroDef
October 30, 2023
Aerobotix plans to show a new collaborative mobile robot developed under the U.S. Air Force's SBIR program to inspect aircraft.
Sarcos Names Laura Peterson as President and CEO, Ben Wolff Rejoins Executive Team
October 27, 2023
Sarcos made Laura Peterson, who had been interim president and CEO, permanent. Former CEO Ben Wolff has rejoined leadership at the teleoperated systems company.
What Are Pick and Place Robots, and How Do They Work?
October 26, 2023
Pick-and-place robots come in many different forms, from gantries and deltas to robotic arms and cobots. Each has a specific niche within the broader scope of all pick-and-place applications. Read...
Mecalux Launches Robotic Picking System With Siemens AI Technology
October 26, 2023
Mecalux said its collaborative robot incorporates Siemens' SIMATIC Robot Pick AI technology based on deep learning algorithms to streamline picking.
