Robotics
Future fusion maintenance with autonomous robot
A fully autonomous robot has been deployed to inspect the interior of a fusion energy facility, marking a world-first achievement in robotics and energy research.
Electrohydraulic robotic leg: energy-efficient mobility on tough terrain
A team of researchers has unveiled a new robotic leg design that could transform the way robots move over challenging landscapes.
Roborock uses hybrid ToF system by Infineon
Roborock, a global pioneer in intelligent home robotics, has launched the intelligent sweeping and mopping all-in-one robot Roborock Qrevo Slim at IFA 2024 in Berlin, equipped with a 3D camera module for navigation and obstacle avoidance using the REAL3 Time-of-Flight (ToF) imager by Infineon Technologies.
Flexxbotics and GelSight partner on solution for robotics
Flexxbotics has announced a new partnership with GelSight, a company operating in tactile intelligence technology.
Nanobots offer new method for treating brain bleeds
The University of Edinburgh is developing tiny robots, or nanobots, designed to treat life-threatening brain aneurysms.
Melexis showcases robotics and mobility innovations at electronica 2024
Melexis, a global leader in micro-electronic semiconductor solutions, will present its latest technological innovations at electronica 2024 (Booth B4.540), the world’s leading trade fair for electronic components, systems, and applications. Renowned for its advanced sensor and driver technologies, Melexis will unveil new products across key markets, including automotive, robotics, and alternative mobility.
How highly integrated embedded processors are advancing industrial robotics
Industrial robotics has undergone a remarkable evolution in recent years, driven by advancements in semiconductor technology and the increasing demand for smarter, safer, and more efficient systems.
Force torque sensors set to bring industrial robotics to the next level
Today’s robots can walk, crawl, and replicate human work with amazing speed and precision. Accurate data from onboard sensors, with the integration of AI, allows the automation of tasks that have previously seemed impossible.
Preserving the cityscape: automated bicycle storage
Japanese manufacturer Giken implements automated underground parking system with igus energy chains
Robotics in unstructured environments
Many different technologies are initially perceived as threatening, unnatural, disruptive, and sometimes even dangerous.