A pilot project between ABB Robotics and US non-profit organisation Junglekeepers is demonstrating the role Cloud technology can play in making reforestation faster, more efficient and scalable. ABB Robotics is supporting Junglekeepers in its mission to protect 55,000 acres of…
ABB’s AI-enabled Robotic Item Picker
ABB Robotics has enhanced its logistics automation portfolio with the launch of the Robotic Item Picker – a new AI and vision-based solution that can accurately detect and pick items in unstructured environments in warehouses and fulfilment centres. “The explosion…
Comau unveiled as Intrinsic’s first industrial and innovation partner
Comau has been unveiled as the first industry partner of Intrinsic, which is on a mission to make industrial robotics accessible and usable for millions more businesses, entrepreneurs, and developers. On stage, Pietro Gorlier, Comau’s CEO, demonstrated how the company…
India´s robot boom hits all-time high
Sales of industrial robots in India reached a new record of 4,945 units installed. This is an increase of 54% compared to the previous year (2020: 3,215 units). In terms of annual installations, India now ranks in tenth position worldwide.…
Scaling cybersecurity in robotics businesses
During the forecast period, cybersecurity in the robotics market is anticipated to grow at a consistent CAGR of 11.7%. In 2023, the market is projected to generate $3.8 billion in sales, and by 2033, it is predicted to reach $11.6…
Automatica 2023: Stäubli Robotics to showcase digital solutions
Digital transformation will be one of the major topics and trends dominating this year’s Automatica. At Stand 359 in Hall B5, Stäubli Robotics will demonstrate the facility and speed with which its four- and six-axis robots can be integrated into…
Robots manufactured for emergencies at nuclear plants
Remotely operated rescue robots capable of withstanding hazardous environments will make emergency jobs across UK nuclear plants significantly safer and more cost-effective. Pioneering engineering firm Forth has designed and manufactured the Rescue Robot which can be sent into disaster zones…
Agriculture and robotics
The field of agriculture is undergoing a revolution of sorts, one that is continually being brought on by the integration of robotics technology. The once-traditional way of farming has been changing gradually, with farmers adopting modern farming techniques to enhance…
Robot caterpillar demonstrates new approach to locomotion for soft robotics
Researchers at North Carolina State University have demonstrated a caterpillar-like soft robot that can move forward, backwards and dip under narrow spaces. The caterpillar-bot’s movement is driven by a novel pattern of silver nanowires that use heat to control the…
Automated chores? Yes please!
Unpaid housework and caring responsibilities currently occupy a significant portion of people’s time. However, what if by the end of the decade, four in ten of those hours could be automated – sounds great right? According to research from the…
