Robotics & Automation News

Where Innovation Meets Imagination

David Edwards

Mecalux launches an AI-driven robotic order picking system with Siemens technology

by

Large storage systems supplier Mecalux has unveiled what it describes as “a state-of-the-art technological solution” to optimise order picking: an innovative collaborative robotic picking system based on the latest artificial intelligence technology.

Mecalux’s new automated solution incorporates Siemens’ SIMATIC Robot Pick AI technology, a groundbreaking vision software that employs deep learning algorithms to significantly streamline picking in warehouses.

With artificial intelligence integrated into the programmable logic controller (SIMATIC S7-1500, the collaborative robot (cobot) performs order picking with total autonomy and maximum accuracy. [Read more…] about Mecalux launches an AI-driven robotic order picking system with Siemens technology

Implementing Robotic Process Automation (RPA) In Nonprofits Organizations: Benefits And Challenges

by

Robotic process automation, RPA in short, refers to technological software and systems that help improve productivity and make work easier by mimicking human activities and automatically performing repetitive tasks.

These software are compatible with other platforms such as websites, various applications, and databases, which allows them to perform different tasks such as data entry and filling forms with accuracy and efficiency.

This article explores the fascinating world of RPA and its implementation in the non-profit sector, delving into its benefits and challenges. [Read more…] about Implementing Robotic Process Automation (RPA) In Nonprofits Organizations: Benefits And Challenges

To What Degree Should You Outsource Your Logistics?

by

Unless you offer a solely digital-based product or service, logistics will need to be factored into your business plan.

For the most part, it’s easy to use third parties for a great number of these services. For example, you might use a third-party courier service to deliver your custom products to clients.

But that’s not the end of the story. After all, some companies may have more in-depth logistical needs, perhaps running trucks on the road seven days a week, or using custom vehicles to transport sensitive goods from one place to another. [Read more…] about To What Degree Should You Outsource Your Logistics?

Construction automation: ABB and Porsche collaborate to develop modular housing manufacturing systems

by

ABB Robotics and Porsche Consulting have revealed their collaboration to drive automation in the construction industry with a pilot project to develop innovative new practices in modular housing manufacture.

The collaboration will help to meet the need for more affordable and sustainable buildings and reduce the environmental impact of construction, amidst widespread labor and skills shortages.

Eberhard Weiblen, chairman of Porsche Consulting, says: “The construction industry is facing numerous challenges. Highly automated factories for buildings can deliver higher quality and more affordable housing. [Read more…] about Construction automation: ABB and Porsche collaborate to develop modular housing manufacturing systems

Robots a tenth the size of a human blood cell: Welcome to the world of nanobots

by

In this article, Chu Canh Chieu, managing director of global healthcare center at FPT Software, explains more about nanobots that hunt and kill diseases

Nanobots, miniature robots 10 times smaller than a blood cell, are poised to revolutionise the healthcare industry. Nanotechnology, in combination with next-generation software platforms and supervised machine learning, provide a wide range of powerful diagnostic, monitoring and treatment tools.

Designed to carry out a very specific task, a nanobot, also known as nanorobots, can hunt for cells with identifiable characteristics; carry a payload of medicine for delivery to a specific place in the body and take a camera through a particular route to organs.

With delivery options including an oral pill and injection, nanobots can be guided and accurately targeted while remaining minimally invasive and avoiding collateral damage, such as occurs with treatments like chemotherapy. [Read more…] about Robots a tenth the size of a human blood cell: Welcome to the world of nanobots

How to Reduce Chatter in Robotic Milling Applications

by

Have you optimized the performance of your robotic arm as it performs milling operations? Machining with articulated robot arms is an attractive alternative to machine tools because they offer ease of set-up, repeatability, a large workspace, and versatility.

However, machine tools are as much as 50 times stiffer than robotic arms. This lack of stiffness in robots makes it challenging to produce the desired performance. Minimizing chatter is a frequent concern and should not be overlooked to ensure the right results the first time.

In this article, we explore some best practices for reducing chatter with a focus on the spindle and tooling. [Read more…] about How to Reduce Chatter in Robotic Milling Applications

Fugro SpAARC’s space operations set to grow with further funding

by

Fugro’s Space Automation, AI and Robotics Control Complex (SpAARC) in Perth, Western Australia (WA), is to receive an additional AUD 5 million (just under $3.2 million US) in funding from the WA Government.

Roger Cook, the WA Premier, made the announcement at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Perth on the morning of the opening of IPSEC 2023, Perth’s Indo-Pacific Space and Earth Conference for leaders in space and cross-sector technologies.

This additional funding cements Fugro SpAARC’s position as an international hub for space activities and will boost both WA’s and Fugro’s capacity for space mission operations. [Read more…] about Fugro SpAARC’s space operations set to grow with further funding

Hippo Harvest employs Zebra robots for indoor farming operations

by

Hippo Harvest, a California-based controlled environment agriculture startup, has successfully integrated autonomous mobile robots from Zebra Technologies, a supply chain technology solution provider, into its indoor farming operations.

The robots have been put to use mainly to grow greens. Zebra says the robots enabling the company to “save up to 92 percent of water and use 55 percent less fertilizer than conventional produce growers”.

Hippo Harvest is using advanced plant science, machine learning, and robotics to grow leafy greens and other produce in sustainable greenhouse environments. [Read more…] about Hippo Harvest employs Zebra robots for indoor farming operations

Nvidia expands robotics platform to ‘meet the rise of generative AI’

by

Powerful generative AI models and cloud-native APIs and microservices are coming to the edge, according to Nvidia

Generative AI is bringing the power of transformer models and large language models to virtually every industry. That reach now includes areas that touch edge, robotics and logistics systems: defect detection, real-time asset tracking, autonomous planning and navigation, human-robot interactions and more.

Nvidia has rolled out “major expansions” to two frameworks on the Nvidia Jetson platform for edge AI and robotics: the Nvidia Isaac ROS robotics framework has entered general availability, and the Nvidia Metropolis expansion on Jetson is coming next.

To accelerate AI application development and deployments at the edge, Nvidia has also created a Jetson Generative AI Lab for developers to use with the latest open-source generative AI models. [Read more…] about Nvidia expands robotics platform to ‘meet the rise of generative AI’

Theobroma releases single-board computer dedicated to autonomous mobile robots

by

Theobroma has released a single-board computer dedicated to autonomous mobile robots. Jaguar SBC-RK3588-AMR is specifically designed for use in robust and reliable autonomous mobile robots (AMR).

Typical applications include industrial automation, agriculture and horticulture, construction, retail intralogistics, and hospitality.

Jaguar features Rockchip’s high-end ARM-based SOC RK3588. A variety of interfaces allow the integration of a broad range of sensors, actuators, and communication modules such as high-resolution cameras, LiDAR and ToF sensors. [Read more…] about Theobroma releases single-board computer dedicated to autonomous mobile robots

Please switch off your ad blocker.

Our website relies on ads to provide free content and sustain our operations. By turning off your ad blocker, you help support us and ensure we can continue offering valuable content without any cost to you.

We truly appreciate your understanding and support. Thank you for considering disabling your ad blocker for this website