Robotics
Novel vision-based “ViseJoint" for remote sensing
Visevi Robotics offers novel vision-based encoders ViseJoint now for generic angular measurement applications without sensors on the joint. Measurement of one or multiple joints is performed remotely, using a computer vision software and a camera that looks onto the joints from a distance.
Underwater robot welds underwater ship hull repairs
The development of a 'world-first' underwater robot which can repair a damaged ship’s hull using pioneering friction stir welding technology is at an advanced stage after a concept design for the system was finalised.
Dead reckoning ‘shows the way’ for robots
To design an autonomous robot, one of the most important features to consider is how it can find its way around. An ‘intelligent walk’ approach is often chosen, which means that the robot combines information from multiple sensors (excluding visual sensors) to help it plan a path and navigate. As Charles Pao, Senior Marketing Specialist at CEVA explains, an essential part of the intelligent walk technique is ‘dead reckoning&rsqu...
3D-printed fingertip gives robots a sense of touch
A highly sensitive, 3D-printed fingertip could help robots become more dexterous and improve the performance of prosthetic hands by giving them an in-built sense of touch.
ROIBOT 2022
igus's cost-effective robotics and automation solutions automate packaging, sort products, and help with dangerous tasks in everyday operations. In 2022, igus will present the ROIBOT (Return on Investment in Robotics) Award once again for the most creative applications.
Robotvision with the EyeVision image processing software
Palletising or depalletising is always based on the fact that objects (e. g. boxes, bags, etc.) are recognised quickly and reliably and the determined gripping data is then passed on to the robot.
Mouser to sponsor FIRST Robotics Competition
Mouser Electronics is continuing its sponsorship of FIRSTRobotics Competition, which inspires innovation and fosters well-rounded life capabilities in tens of thousands of young people every year.
Safety requirements for industrial robots
As the rise of human-robot collaboration expands the possibilities of automation, industry will integrate increasing numbers of robots factory-wide. Stewart Robinson MIET MInstMC, Principal Engineer and Functional Safety Expert at TÜV SÜD discusses here.
VR training for soft-tissue surgical robotics system
CMR Surgical (CMR), a global surgical robotics business, is launching a virtual reality headset and VR professional education programme for the Versius Surgical Robotic System.
Active matter: the future of robotics
Led by the University of Bath, physicists have discovered an innovative way to coat soft robots in materials, allowing them to operate more purposefully. This breakthrough modelling on active matter could be a turning point in the design of robots.