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Delta Electronics to showcase new collaborative robots at Automatica

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Delta Electronics, a Taiwanese company specializing in power management and smart green solutions, says it is “redefining intelligent manufacturing for small and medium-sized enterprises” (SMEs) at automatica 2025 with the debut of two next-generation D-Bot cobot solutions.

The D-Bot MAR, developed and assembled in Germany, handles payloads of up to 500 kg with a lift height of 55 mm, ideal for European pallets and materials handling applications. The Dynamic D-Bot 2-in-1 boasts a detachable cobot arm to execute both autonomous pallet transport and independent cobot operations.

Michael Mayer-Rosa, head of intelligent robot systems and senior director, industrial automation business group, Delta Electronics EMEA, says: “At automatica, we’re showcasing a complete and future-ready solutions ecosystem tailored to help businesses, especially SMEs, thrive in the age of smart manufacturing. [Read more…] about Delta Electronics to showcase new collaborative robots at Automatica

Universal Robots launches new online simulation tool

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Universal Robots (UR), the world’s largest collaborative robot (cobot) company and a part of Teradyne Robotics, has launched UR Studio, which it describes as “a powerful online simulation tool built on PolyScope X, UR’s most advanced, open and AI-ready software platform”.

UR Studio – showcased at the UR booth at the automatica trade fair in Munich this week – enables customers, partners and integrators to build 1:1 online simulations of their work cell and simulate every key aspect of their setup.

With UR Studio, users can test robot movements, simulate reach, speed and workflow, and calculate cycle time, making it the simplest way to configure an optimised cell, maximising return on investment before deployment even starts. [Read more…] about Universal Robots launches new online simulation tool

Autonomous racecar beats human-driven lap record at Autodromo di Modena circuit

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The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC), a global university competition advancing autonomous technologies through high-speed racing, has once again made history. (See video below.)

For the first time ever, an autonomous vehicle has set a track record faster than one achieved by a human driver.

The milestone was achieved at Italy’s Autodromo di Modena, where an IAC AV-24 racecar, engineered by IAC and piloted by AI driving software from Unimore Racing, surpassed the previous lap record held by a Lamborghini Huracán STO. Watch the full video of this record-breaking autonomous lap here. [Read more…] about Autonomous racecar beats human-driven lap record at Autodromo di Modena circuit

IMI to showcase suite of automation solutions at automatica

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IMI’s Industrial Automation business will be exhibiting at Automatica, the leading trade event for smart automation and robotics in Munich from 24th to 27th June.

The company will be showcasing a variety of innovative solutions to help overcome machine design challenges, including live production line demonstrations of a Hybrid Automated Assembly System with cobots to highlight the real-world benefits of IMI’s Industrial Automation products.

The demo will share how to achieve optimised intelligent collaboration between humans and machines, gain operational benefits from real-time data communication via IO-Link, and enable visitors to view a solution that is ergonomic, efficient, and future-proofed. [Read more…] about IMI to showcase suite of automation solutions at automatica

The future of saffron: From ancient fields to high-tech indoor farms

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Saffron, often dubbed “red gold”, is the world’s most expensive spice – a testament to its unique flavor, vibrant color, and labor-intensive cultivation.

Historically, this prized spice has been a luxury commodity, with its high price maintained by traditional farming methods and limited supply.

However, a new wave of innovation, driven by high-tech indoor farming and robotics, is poised to revolutionize saffron production, promising to make this elusive spice more accessible and sustainable. [Read more…] about The future of saffron: From ancient fields to high-tech indoor farms

AS/RS reimagined: The next generation of warehouse automation and micro-fulfillment

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The modern supply chain is a battlefield of rising expectations. E-commerce demands faster deliveries, labor shortages persist, and the pressure to optimize every square foot of warehouse space is relentless.

In this environment, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), once considered foundational automation, are no longer just about static storage; they are being reimagined as dynamic, intelligent components at the very heart of advanced logistics.

This feature explores the cutting-edge designs, sophisticated integration with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Warehouse Execution Systems (WES), and their pivotal role in enabling the burgeoning micro-fulfillment trend. [Read more…] about AS/RS reimagined: The next generation of warehouse automation and micro-fulfillment

Underwater robots take to the deep to map unexplored oceans

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Autonomous underwater robots from the University of Sydney supported an Australian Museum scientific expedition mapping unexplored reefs around Norfolk Island.

Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV) from the University of Sydney has taken a deep dive in the oceans surrounding Norfolk Island on an scientific expedition to document previously unexplored reefs.

The robots collected high-resolution seafloor images which will then be used to create three-dimensional underwater models of these unique reef ecosystems and marine habitats. [Read more…] about Underwater robots take to the deep to map unexplored oceans

Opinions: IEEE experts weigh in on future of remote robotic surgery and AI in healthcare

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Healthcare has seen a major technological development in recent times, with a recent news report detailing one of the world’s first remote robotic surgery procedures.

The groundbreaking human clinical trial saw a patient in Angola undergo a prostatectomy procedure, with the surgeon operating from Orlando, Florida.

This significant achievement in transcontinental robotic telesurgery highlights how healthcare is rapidly evolving, marking a shift that could have significant humanitarian implications, particularly for remote or underserved areas of the world. [Read more…] about Opinions: IEEE experts weigh in on future of remote robotic surgery and AI in healthcare

The rise of embodied AI: Robots that learn by doing

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By Laura Pérez, PAL Robotics

As robotics becomes more deeply integrated into society, a new paradigm is taking shape: embodied artificial intelligence (AI).

Unlike traditional AI, which operates in abstract digital environments, embodied AI enables robots to learn by doing; connecting perception, cognition, and action through direct physical interaction with the world.

This shift toward embodied intelligence is rapidly gaining traction in both academic and industrial fields, particularly since embodied AI has become more accessible and relevant. [Read more…] about The rise of embodied AI: Robots that learn by doing

Kodiak selects Roush as manufacturing partner to upfit trucks

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Kodiak Robotics, a provider of AI-powered autonomous vehicle technology, and Roush Industries, a product development supplier serving various industries, say they will work together to scale upfitting of autonomous trucks equipped with the Kodiak Driver, Kodiak’s advanced AI-powered autonomous solution.

Starting in the second half of 2025, Roush will upfit these trucks in its facility in Livonia, Michigan.

The first trucks Roush will upfit are expected to be for Kodiak’s customer, Atlas Energy Solutions, as Kodiak and Atlas work to expand the driverless operations they began in December 2024. [Read more…] about Kodiak selects Roush as manufacturing partner to upfit trucks