Robotics and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Robotics Transforms Cell Therapy: Multiply Labs Drives Staggering 74% Cost Reduction, Unlocking Global Patient Access
Breakthrough partnership with Universal Robots transforms "artisanal" manufacturing, making personalized, life-saving cancer treatments affordable and widely available.
Order Picking Methods: Finding the Right Strategy for You
Order picking is widely reported to account for 50% to 55% of total warehouse operational costs. Identifying the right picking strategy can have a significant impact on the bottom line.
Why Sensor Resolution Matters More Than You Think in Vibration Control
In high-precision motion control systems like those used in precision manufacturing, the terms "sensor resolution" and "servo bandwidth" are often tossed around interchangeably, sometimes even confused as being functionally synonymous. But they're not.
The Collaborative Revolution: How AI, Digital Twins, and Cobots are Reshaping Manufacturing & Industry
The manufacturing and logistics industries are undergoing a significant transformation due to the integration of AI, digital twins, and collaborative robots. AI acts as the intelligent core, optimizing cobot control, predictive maintenance, and supply chain management.
Real-Time KPI Dashboards: Lessons from the Top 10 Car Makers
Let us once discuss what these industry leaders teach us about tracking lean manufacturing software, why manual KPI tracking methods are losing relevance, and how your factory- from the smallest to a giant-would benefit from the power of digital solutions for manufacturing.
Meet, Find, Follow: Comparing 3 Ways to Automate With Order Fulfillment Robots
When considering implementing an AMR fulfillment solution, it’s important to compare your options and pick the right robotic system for your operations’ unique challenges and needs.
Calculating the ROI of Offline Robot Programming Software
Capital investments in advanced manufacturing environments require careful consideration, especially if that investment is for a new process or technology. If you are looking at investing in OLP here are some things to consider about the potential return on investment
Robotics and Automation - Featured Stories
Why precision components, like thin-section bearings, will be crucial to making humanoid industrial robots work
For humanoid robots, size and weight are critical. The form factor must mimic human proportions while housing a complex network of sensors, motors and mechanical joints. This is where thin-section bearings prove essential.
The Rise of Autonomous Freight: 7 Robotics Innovations Reshaping Logistics
The rise of autonomous freight is more than a technological upgrade — it’s a fundamental shift in how goods move around the globe. Robotics innovations are rewriting the rules of efficiency, sustainability and safety.
ABB and Cosmic use AI-powered robots to rebuild homes in Los Angeles area
Onsite mobile robotic microfactory builds homes faster, safer and with minimal waste. AI-enabled automation slashes build time by 70%, costs by 30% compared to conventional methods.
Robotics and Automation - News Headlines
Supply4Industry Strengthens Global Presence as a Reliable Partner in Industrial Equipment Supply
Supply4Industry is expanding its footprint across the UK, France, Morocco, and beyond. With a customer-first approach, the company delivers trusted industrial equipment, spare parts, and automation solutions that keep businesses moving forward.
Students Step into the Spotlight at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025
PMMI Foundation Showcases Career-Driven Programs for the Next Generation of Packaging and Processing Talent
Galbot Clinches Gold Medal at World Humanoid Robot Games, Redefining Autonomous Robotics in Real-World Applications
At the Robot Skills Competition, Galbot competed fully autonomously, with no reliance on teleoperation, setting it apart from most of the 22 teams that depended on human remote control.
AI-Powered Robot by Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute Takes a Key Step Towards General-Purpose Humanoids
Joint research collaboration enables the Atlas humanoid robot to achieve autonomous whole-body manipulation and locomotion behaviors using Large Behavior Models
Kodiak Taps NXP's ISO 26262-Compliant Processors and Interfaces to Help Operate Autonomous Trucks
-NXP's high-performance S32G3 vehicle network processor in combination with its S32K3 microcontroller and PMIC solutions support Kodiak's AI-powered autonomous system's controls for redundant braking, steering, throttle, and more.
-NXP's suite of processors used by Kodiak are compliant with ISO 26262's highest automotive functional safety level, providing a foundation that supports systems designed to meet the stringent safety requirements set by Kodiak
Robotics and Automation - Featured Product
New incremental encoder IERF3 L from FAULHABER
FAULHABER is expanding its product range with the ultra-precise incremental encoder IERF3 L. Thanks to the optical measuring principle and state-of-the-art chip technology, the device offers the highest resolution, excellent repeatability, and outstanding signal quality. In typical applications, the positioning accuracy is 0.1° and the repeatability 0.007°. This makes the encoder the perfect solution for high-precision positioning applications in confined spaces.
Robotics and Automation - Featured Company
MMP Inc. / MIDWEST MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.
The Leader in Rapid Prototyping of High-Quality Motion Control Solutions. MMP is actively engaged in the design, manufacturing and distribution of standard and custom motion control equipment, including fully reversible brushed and brushless DC gearmotors, motors with failsafe brakes and servomotors with feedback devices such as analog tachometers and encoders. We also provide fully-sealed IP-65 motor speed controls @ 12/24/48 VDC, AC~DC power supplies and a wide variety of 12/24 VDC linear actuators. If you need a sample right away, we can be a project saving convenience for you. We provide more than 8000+ released DC Gearmotor designs with cost-effective solutions for robotics and automation companies. These designs are unique and custom-built to suit the specific application requirements of the motion control projects.
