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Caracol takes part in installation at Milan Design event

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In collaboration with Decibel and Vizcom, Caracol brings its cutting-edge robotic additive manufacturing technology to PORTAL, a living design installation debuting at Alcova (Former SNIA Factory, Room SN7a) during Milan Design Week 2025 (April 7-13, 2025).

Created by Decibel and Charles Birshaw, PORTAL explores the future of sustainable furniture design through Vizcom’s AI-assisted creative tools, circular production models, and robotic additive manufacturing.

Set within the abandoned SNIA factory – a raw, post-industrial space now overtaken by nature – PORTAL presents a striking juxtaposition: high-tech fabrication meets organic decay. [Read more…] about Caracol takes part in installation at Milan Design event

Kawasaki unveils hydrogen-powered robotic horse that you can ride

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries has unveiled Corleo, a hydrogen-powered, four-legged robotic vehicle designed for riders, at the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025. This innovative concept integrates artificial intelligence and clean energy technologies to navigate diverse terrains. ​(See video below.)

Corleo’s four independent robotic legs enable balanced and stable movement across various surfaces. Each leg operates separately, allowing the robot to traverse rough and uneven terrain with ease. ​

Equipped with a 150cc hydrogen engine, Corleo generates electricity to power its limbs. This clean energy approach positions the robot as an environmentally friendly off-road mobility platform. ​ [Read more…] about Kawasaki unveils hydrogen-powered robotic horse that you can ride

Rollon unveils new robot transfer system

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Rollon, a specialist developer of linear motion solutions, has launched its new Cobot Transfer Unit (CTU), designed to push the boundaries of collaborative robot applications.

With a series of key enhancements, the latest CTU model offers improved flexibility, easier integration, and increased performance, making it the ideal solution for automation processes requiring extended reach.

The new CTU introduces a range of updates aimed at simplifying installation and maximizing efficiency. A transition to a new motor helps ensure reduced lead times, as it is readily available in stock. Additionally, the adoption of a 220V power supply – matching the voltage of Universal Robots – eliminates the need for industrial voltage, simplifying integration and reducing electrical complexities. [Read more…] about Rollon unveils new robot transfer system

5 Best Lab Characterization Services for Semiconductor Projects

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When embarking on a semiconductor project, selecting the right lab characterization service is crucial to ensure your devices meet performance and reliability standards.

Below is a curated list of top companies offering lab characterization services for semiconductor projects, highlighting their unique offerings to assist you in making an informed decision. [Read more…] about 5 Best Lab Characterization Services for Semiconductor Projects

The Art of Embroidery: Exploring Embroidery Designs for Projects

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Embroidery is one of the oldest and most cherished textile arts, allowing creators to add intricate details and personal flair to fabrics. Whether you’re a professional embroiderer or a hobbyist, having access to high-quality free embroidery designs can elevate your projects and inspire creativity.

While exploring various sources for embroidery patterns, I came across a platform offering a vast collection of free embroidery designs, making it easier for enthusiasts to experiment with different styles and applications. [Read more…] about The Art of Embroidery: Exploring Embroidery Designs for Projects

Opinion: Turnkey robotic systems are already behind the times

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By James Taylor, general manager of Americas, OnRobot

If you needed to buy a device to provide transportation from point A to point B, you wouldn’t buy a motor and then try to turn it into a vehicle. But many manufacturers who need a device to load and unload machines or stack pallets take exactly that approach when they buy a robot arm.

That’s especially true of manufacturers who are the primary targets for the ease-of-use, DIY marketing claims from many robot providers.

Unfortunately, what these manufacturers end up with – for tens of thousands of dollars – is just a robotic arm. It’s a component. An important one, certainly, but the device they need to tend their machine or stack their pallets is a complete robotic system. That includes – at a minimum – the robot arm, one or more grippers, user interface, and programming. [Read more…] about Opinion: Turnkey robotic systems are already behind the times

Vention launches robotic sanding solution for carpenters

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Vention, creator of the world’s only full-stack automation platform and hardware ecosystem,  has launched its first “turnkey” – or ready to use – robotic sanding solution in response to growing demand for robot work cells for sanding applications, especially in cabinet making.

Vention’s Rapid Sanding Solution (RSS) comes standard with a Fanuc CRX-30iA, a collaborative robot with advanced safety features for working alongside humans.

An affordable, easy-to-maintain laser system makes panel measurement easy for the robot arm, which comes equipped with a PushCorp rectangular sanding tool. [Read more…] about Vention launches robotic sanding solution for carpenters

The Role of Customizable Booths in Advancing Robotics and AI Exhibitions

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Artificial intelligence (AI) holds a special place in transforming exhibitions, optimising engagement and visitors‘ experience. Professionals in executive accommodation and services, exhibition events and meetings know the importance of creating a lasting impression at their exhibitions.

Therefore, most of them mix AI in their exhibition booths to captivate the audience and elevate their presence in the market. Below is a discussion on how customisable booths are transforming AI exhibitions and robotics. [Read more…] about The Role of Customizable Booths in Advancing Robotics and AI Exhibitions

Segway’s Navimow robotic lawn mower range wins seven awards at CES

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Segway Navimow, the robotic lawn mower arm of Segway, received seven awards at CES 2025 − hosted in Las Vegas at the start of this month – for its lineup of robotic lawn mowers. Showcasing a portfolio comprised of the X3 Series, i Series and H Series, the successes highlight the brand’s position at the forefront of automated lawncare.

The X3 Series, which will launch in Spring this year, is designed to maintain up to 2.5-acre (10,000 sq m) lawns with unparalleled efficiency by leveraging a self-developed EFLS 3.0 -enhanced RTK coverage system, vSLAM (Visual Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping), and VIO (Visual Inertial Odometry) technologies.

The machine received three awards at the show, including acknowledgements in the following categories: Geekspin’s ‘Best of CES 2025’, The Ambient’s “Best in Show” and ZDNet’s “Best Robot Lawn Mower at CES 2025”. [Read more…] about Segway’s Navimow robotic lawn mower range wins seven awards at CES

Hyundai’s Robotics Lab wins 17 Good Design Awards

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Hyundai Motor Group’s Robotics LAB , along with Hyundai Motor itself, have won 17 prestigious Good Design Awards victories in 2024 across multiple categories. Hyundai Motor took 12 wins and the Group’s Robotics LAB achieved five awards in the Robotics category.

SangYup Lee, executive vice president and head of Hyundai and Genesis Global Design, says: “We are honored to receive recognition from the Good Design Awards, reaffirming our design excellence across various fields.

“This recognition underscores our design team’s dedication and the competitiveness of Hyundai’s design identity globally.” [Read more…] about Hyundai’s Robotics Lab wins 17 Good Design Awards