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Robot Hand Could Harvest Blackberries Better Than Humans

The robotic gripper has three “fingers,” each made of a soft, pliable material. When a “tendon” — in this case a guitar string — is pulled, the fingers retract.

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

Purpose-Built, Specialized Robots are the Future

Wheeled robots like ours are more efficient for the same reason cycling is more efficient than running, which includes less of a fight with gravity. The efficiency, as well as the sheer complexity of humanoid robots adds up to something that may be very much higher cost.

How to Integrate New Robotics Without Disrupting Your Workflow

Many fulfillment and 3PL facilities struggle with the idea of automation, fearing downtime, technical headaches, and compatibility issues. But what if robotics could smoothly enhance your workflow instead of disrupting it?

Mobile manipulators: Flexibility through mobility

Mobile robots are now a key element in various factories, responsible for transporting raw materials, moving items between work stations, and delivering finished goods to storage or dispatch areas. These adaptable platforms can carry tools, components, and entire assemblies.

The Future of Work: How Humanoid Robots Will Revolutionize Industries

Advanced humanoid robots are not destined to replace human workers entirely. Instead, they are poised to revolutionize industries by complementing human skills and addressing critical labor shortages in hazardous environments.

Wearable Robotics and Exoskeleton Technology

Through onboard intelligence and cloud connectivity, Exia delivers personalized support, injury prevention, and ergonomic optimization – essentially becoming a smart, adaptive partner for physical work.

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The Pressure of Perfect Precision in Robotics Manufacturing

Precision robotics manufacturing is slowly becoming normalized because of its irrefutable positive impact on organizations. However, the journey to create error-free machinery never stops.

igus Introduces Iggy Rob: An Affordable Humanoid Robot for Industrial and Service Applications

The robot, offered at a market-disruptive price of approximately $54,500, presents a cost-effective entry point into humanoid robotics for companies seeking automation solutions.

Automation and sustainable chemistry in manufacturing

The integration of all-electric injection moulding machines and industrial robots offers a practical path, reducing energy consumption, cutting costs and boosting productivity.

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Palladyne AI Corp Provides 2025 Mid-Year Business and Financial Update

First Half 2025 Financial and Product Development Objectives Met; Focus Shifts to Completion of Version 2 of Palladyne™ IQ, Demonstrating Enhanced Capabilities for Palladyne™ Pilot with Defense Community and Securing Customers

Serve Robotics and Little Caesars Launch Autonomous Robot Delivery Via Uber Eats

Little Caesars customers in the Los Angeles area may receive their next order via a Serve robot

REGAL REXNORD AND ABB ROBOTICS COLLABORATE FOR SEAMLESS INTEGRATION OF COBOT 7TH AXES

This collaboration makes the Thomson Movotrak™ CTU the first cobot 7th axis technology that ABB Robotics has certified for use in its partner ecosystem.

Pleora Appoints Anis Hanna as President as Company Marks 25-Year Anniversary

Mr. Hanna joined Pleora in 2014 and has held progressive leadership roles, most recently serving as Chief Operating Officer. Throughout his career at Pleora, he has led strategic initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency, strengthened customer relationships, and supported the company's growth in the industrial, defense, and medical sectors.

Apellix™ Announces First Deliveries of Revolutionary B2 Power Wash Drone, Reinforcing Leadership in Aerial Cleaning Technology

The Apellix B2 Power Wash Drone represents a significant evolution, ensuring Apellix continues to remain far ahead of competitors and imitators in the industrial power cleaning drone sector.

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ResinDek® TRIGARD® ESD ULTRA FOR HIGH-TRAFFIC ROBOTIC APPLICATIONS

ResinDek® TRIGARD® ESD ULTRA FOR HIGH-TRAFFIC ROBOTIC APPLICATIONS

To maximize the productivity of an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) or automatic guided vehicle (AGV) deployment, it's critical to create the optimal environment that allows the vehicles to perform at their peak. For that reason, Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products, LLC® (www.resindek.com) created the TriGard® ESD Ultra finish for its ResinDek® engineered flooring panels. The TriGard ESD Ultra finish is ideal for high-traffic robotic applications characterized by highly repetitive movement patterns and defined travel paths.

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Palladyne AI Corp.

Palladyne AI Corp.

Welcome to Palladyne AI, where we unleash the power of robotics with our revolutionary AI software platform for the physical world. In a world where robots are progressing toward human-like adaptability, seamlessly navigating dynamic environments and conquering complex tasks with unparalleled efficiency, Palladyne AI stands as the beacon of innovation toward that future reality. Through our cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) software platform, we are redefining the boundaries of robotics. Our goal is simple: Help companies with autonomy in their robotics operations by addressing key challenges of traditional robotic deployments.