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Comau develops ‘innovative’ industrial collaborative robotic solutions as part of the EU’s Converging Project

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Comau says it is contributing “innovative industrial collaborative robotic solutions” to the European Union’s Converging project, which aims to advance smart and reconfigurable production systems to meet the challenges of modern manufacturing.

By integrating collaborative robots, autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), artificial intelligence and human operators, Converging seeks to create human-centric production systems that can perceive, reason, adapt, collaborate and innovate.

As part of the multi-faceted project, Comau has spearheaded two cutting-edge, collaborative robotic solutions, each designed to address a distinct industry challenge. [Read more…] about Comau develops ‘innovative’ industrial collaborative robotic solutions as part of the EU’s Converging Project

Robot orders in key sectors ‘jumped 105 percent’, says A3

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North American robot orders climbed in the third quarter of 2025, signaling renewed momentum in manufacturing automation.

According to the latest data released by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), 8,806 robots valued at $574 million were ordered in Q3, an 11.6 percent increase in units and 17.2 percent rise in revenue compared to the same period last year. [Read more…] about Robot orders in key sectors ‘jumped 105 percent’, says A3

HBK launches new robotic touch system with custom 6-DoF sensors

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HBK, a long-established specialist in precision measurement, is advancing the frontier of robotic “touch” through its development of custom six-degree-of-freedom (6-DoF) force and torque sensors.

The company’s technology is enabling robots to sense and adapt to their environment in real time – a capability increasingly essential for safe, intelligent automation.

Ryan Young, global head of engineering – OEM Sensors at HBK, says the company’s goal is to give robots a “true sense of touch” through advanced physical intelligence. [Read more…] about HBK launches new robotic touch system with custom 6-DoF sensors

Aptiv and Robust.AI to co-develop AI-powered collaborative robots

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Aptiv, a technology company focused on enabling a safer, greener, and more connected future, and Robust.AI, a provider of AI-driven industrial automation, have announced a strategic cooperation to co-develop AI-powered collaborative robots (cobots).

This partnership combines Aptiv’s industry-leading portfolio, including Wind River platforms and tools – with Robust.AI’s robotics expertise and human-centered design to accelerate innovation in warehouse and industrial automation.

Javed Khan, EVP and president of software, advanced safety and user experience, Aptiv, says: “Aptiv, together with our strategic partners, is enabling the future of the intelligent edge through technologies that sense, think, act, and optimize in real time. [Read more…] about Aptiv and Robust.AI to co-develop AI-powered collaborative robots

Doosan Robotics wins two CES Innovation Awards 2026

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Doosan Robotics, a provider of collaborative and industrial robotics, has been named a CES Innovation Awards Best of Innovation in the Artificial Intelligence category and an Honoree in the Robotics category for its Scan & Go Autonomous Robotic Solution.

The awards, presented by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), recognize outstanding design and engineering across cutting-edge technology products ahead of CES 2026, the world’s most influential tech event, taking place January 6 to 9 in Las Vegas.

The Scan & Go Autonomous Robotic Solution is being developed in collaboration with Maple Advanced Robotics Inc. (MARI), a partner company of Doosan Robotics. [Read more…] about Doosan Robotics wins two CES Innovation Awards 2026

Yamaha Motor launches 7-axis collaborative robot with dedicated 48V controller

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Yamaha Motor has released the Yamaha Motor Cobot, a new seven-axis collaborative robot designed to operate safely alongside humans. The company has also introduced a compact, dedicated controller developed specifically for the new model.

The Yamaha Motor Cobot marks the company’s first commercially available collaborative robot and employs a seven-axis configuration that provides a degree of freedom similar to a human arm.

According to Yamaha, the additional axis enables “delicate movements, such as reaching into confined spaces that cannot be accessed by 6-axis robots or approaching targets by moving around obstacles”. [Read more…] about Yamaha Motor launches 7-axis collaborative robot with dedicated 48V controller

HD Hyundai Robotics launches new industrial robot controller with ‘enhanced safety and AI integration’

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HD Hyundai Robotics has launched its next-generation industrial AI robot controller, the Hi7, which the company says “significantly enhances safety, AI capabilities, and user convenience”.

The newly released controller is equipped with HD Hyundai Robotics’ proprietary AI-based safety control solution, SafeSpace 2.0, enabling advanced safety simulations and motion control features.

By analyzing situational data collected from sensors, the AI predicts potential risks during operation and autonomously halts robot movements upon detecting motion or impact, effectively preventing safety incidents. [Read more…] about HD Hyundai Robotics launches new industrial robot controller with ‘enhanced safety and AI integration’

Universal Robots launches new collaborative robot

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Universal Robots, the world’s leading collaborative robot (cobot) company, has expanded its UR Series with the launch of the UR18, an industrial collaborative robot designed to deliver both power and speed in a compact form.

With a 950 mm reach, payload capacity for larger end effectors, and motion speeds up to 4 m/s, the UR18 is ideal for fast-paced pick-and-place, assembly, and material handling in industries such as logistics, automotive, and food and beverage.

Its lightweight 39 kg design makes installation simple on most standard gantry systems, enabling flexible mounting without costly infrastructure changes. [Read more…] about Universal Robots launches new collaborative robot

Comau showcases welding and robotics portfolio at Schweissen & Schneiden 2025

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Comau used this year’s Schweissen & Schneiden trade fair in Essen to showcase a wide range of welding and robotics technologies, including collaborative robots, wearable exoskeletons, mobile welding systems, and advanced training platforms.

The Italian automation company presented its portfolio at Booth C27 in Hall 2, positioning itself as a supplier of both industrial and collaborative solutions designed to improve productivity and flexibility across different sectors.

Among the systems on display was a new arc welding cell built around the company’s S-Series robot, in its 18 kg payload version (S-18). Comau said the robot was designed for high performance and precision in space-constrained industrial environments. [Read more…] about Comau showcases welding and robotics portfolio at Schweissen & Schneiden 2025

Regal Rexnord partners with ABB for ‘seamless integration of cobot seventh axes’

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Regal Rexnord has joined forces with automation giant ABB Robotics to simplify integration of its GoFa cobots into 7th Axis Cobot Transfer Units (CTUs) from Thomson, one of Regal Rexnord’s linear motion brands.

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

Kevin Zaba, EVP and president, automation and motion control segment of Regal Rexnord, says: “Until now, anyone wanting to use a single, plug-and-play ABB cobot on multiple workstations faced what could be days of programming and communications challenges. [Read more…] about Regal Rexnord partners with ABB for ‘seamless integration of cobot seventh axes’