Wednesday, April 21, 2021 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT The introduction of collaborative robots, robotic systems that can work safely in close approximation with human co-workers, has increased task flexibility and expanded the number and types of applications for which robots can be used. Both large, existing robotics suppliers, as well […]
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Radio frequency perception helps cobot grasp hidden objects
RF Grasp could one day perform fulfillment in packed e-commerce warehouses. Its RF sensing could even instantly verify an item’s identity without the need to manipulate the item, expose its barcode, then scan it.
YuMi cobot helps food company automate labeling process
In addition to the integration and programming of a YuMi cobot, moveline also designed a pneumatic/mechanical device with two vacuum suction pads so that YuMi can insert the labels into the holder.
Evatronix receives UR+ certification for 3D scanner
The interaction of the eviXscan 3D scanner with UR’s cobots is possible due to a extension (URCap) to the cobot software. It enables the cobot to communicate with the eviXscan 3D Suite scanner software.
UR cobot interface available for Siemens engineering platform
With the TIA portal’s integrated design, users can now independently implement the UR cobots within major production lines and teach them functions such as jog mode or path point creation.
SICK, Universal Robots partner on cobot safety
Safety system monitors two protective fields simultaneously around a cobot, making it possible to dynamically reduce or stop the robot’s movement only when a person is too close to the working area.
Comau launches new 5 kg Racer5 collaborative robot
The Racer 5 COBOT is a new cobot from Comau that has the ability to switch between industrial robot speeds and safe, collaborative speeds.
Destaco launches TC1 manual tool changer for cobots
The TC1 has four integrated pass-through air ports plus optional electrical passthrough modules that connect directly to cobots from Universal Robots.
Desmasa launches new mobile manipulator
Desmasa launches a new mobile collaborative robot (MCR) that includes a cobot amr an autonomous mobile robot base.
OnRobot MG10 electric magnetic gripper designed for collaborative applications
The OnRobot MG10 electric magnetic gripper features a built-in proximity sensor and doesn’t require compressed air or cables for operation.
Nominations open for 2021 RBR50 Awards
For over a decade, Robotics Business Review’s RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards have highlighted the most creative and influential innovations from around the world that have advanced the state of robotics. Robotics Business Review is currently seeking nominations for the 2021 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards. Innovation and transformation For the robotics sector, the importance of innovation […]
Webinar: Collaborative Robotics 2021 – New Systems, Applications and Opportunities
Wednesday, April 21, 2021 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT The introduction of collaborative robots, robotic systems that can work safely in close approximation with human co-workers, has increased task flexibility and expanded the number and types of applications for which robots can be used. Both large, existing robotics suppliers, as well […]
OnRobot VGP20 electric vacuum gripper targets heavy-duty palletizing
After a busy year product-wise in 2020, OnRobot released its first new end-of-arm tool (EOAT) for 2021. The VGP20 is an electric vacuum gripper that can handle payloads of 20kg (44.09lbs). OnRobot said the VGP20 is “compatible with all leading robot brands” and is designed primarily for heavy-duty palletizing applications, but it can be used for […]
How ActiNav automated a challenging bin-picking task
Allied Moulded said using manual labor on bin-picking applications produces inconsistent results.
ABB launches next-gen GoFa, SWIFTI cobots
ABB expanded its cobot portfolio with the GoFa and SWIFTI lines that offer higher payloads and speeds to complement its YuMi cobots.
Niryo Ned is an open-source cobot for education & research
Ned offers repeatability of 0.5mm, a payload of 300g, and a maximum reach of 400mm. The cobot is based on Ubuntu 18.04 and ROS Melodic.
AMRs, voice picking help e-commerce supplier double output
Vector AMRs, equipped with Kingpin top modules, pick up high-capacity custom carts for workers to use in the picking process.
Kim Povlsen named president of Universal Robots
Povlsen, a Danish native, held various executive business and technology leadership roles at Schneider Electric, a global energy management and automation company.
How cobots are automating rapid COVID-19 tests
The system contains a 7-axis cobot arm, robotic liquid handlers for collection tube plating, PCR testing prep, a RT-qPCR analyzer, a hazardous waste bin, and control software.
Developing a ROS 2 driver for UR cobot arms
The new driver will take advantage of ROS 2 features such as component nodes and zero-memory copy integration with ros_control. From a performance perspective, the major benefit is decreased latency.
Seegrid introduces Palion Pallet Truck Series 8
The Palion Pallet Truck Series 8 can be used for staging/sortation, putaway, end-of-line, trash removal, replenishment, long haul and other materials handling applications.
TripleA robotics launches WINGMAN tool changer for cobots
The WINGMAN Tool Changer can be installed in only a few minutes and provides fast and easy manual and automatic tool change on collaborative robot arms.
