Robotics
New robotics products to be showcased by Comau
Comau is helping companies all over the United Kingdom develop and implement process and technology solutions for sustainable automation and production. Now, one of the full-service industrial automation experts is taking part in multiple technology, trade and cultural events with a comprehensive offer ranging from stand-alone robotics to complete automation solutions, simultaneous engineering and powerful process integration capabilities.
Drone owners confident they will fly through government exams
According to new research, almost two-thirds of drone owners would welcome compulsory flying exams similar to Government proposed assessments. The Drone Usage Report 2017 compiled by drones and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) retailer DronesDirect.co.uk revealed 61% of drone owners would welcome a compulsory flying exam before taking to the skies with their gadget as they think it would increase public safety.
Renishaw robot makes guest appearance in BBC drama
Did you spot Renishaw's neuromate stereotactic robot that featured in an episode of the BBC drama Holby City? During the episode, neuromate assists with the treatment of an Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) patient who undergoes a stereotactic Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) procedure.
Drone altitude measurement demo using TI mmWave sensors
Watch this demonstration of a drone detecting velocity and altitude using an IWR1443 mmWave EVM.
Drone ground vs. water detection demonstration
Watch this demonstration of TI’s high accuracy IWR1443 mmWave sensor detecting the reflectivity and small vibrations and classify material as water vs. ground.
Airspeed sensors to increase the safety of VTOL drones
Manufacturer of digital microsensors and systems, Sensirion has announced the SDP3x, what the company claims to be the world's smallest differential pressure sensor, which is now available in an airspeed sensor development kit for Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) and fixed-wing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) applications.
Software designed for robotic tracking and measurement
A new multifunctional software application has been released by Riftek which utilises the RF625 series 2D laser scanners for automated seam tracking and measurement with welding robots. Available with full support in the in the UK & Ireland from Ixthus Instrumentation - Riftek´s distributor - the Riftek Lamia software is intended for recognising, tracking and measuring geometric parameters of objects such as weld seams in accordanc...
AR drone technology used to help after Hurricane Harvey Disaster
An augmented reality technology company, Edgybees has been providing augmented reality (AR) software for the drones being used by first responders in the Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. Drones are already providing a valuable asset for first responders in speeding up the search for survivors. However, the emergency relief efforts are hindered by poor visibility and mapping technology.
Now that’s what I call robotics
We’ve seen robots pick fruit, walk your dog and even protect you from the rain, but now they’re really taking centre stage. YuMi, ABB’s collaborative dual-arm robot, made its conducting debut in Italy on 12th September. Not one to shy away from the spotlight, YuMi directed none other than world famous tenor, Andrea Bocelli (pictured left). At a charity concert for the gala of the First International Festival of Robotic...
Putting STEM into motion with new robotic car for the classroom
Texas Instruments (TI) has announced the TI-Innovator Rover, the company's first robotics solution for middle and high school students that makes learning STEM subjects a moving experience. Students can write programs on their TI graphing calculators that get Rover's wheels turning and their minds learning in a fun, interactive and hands-on way.