The RobotSculptor at work

DISNEY CLAY ROBOTSCULPTOR

The Disney Research Institute and Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich have created RobotSculptor to train robots to sculpt clay. They have complete robotics and artificial intelligence programs. Recent publications show that they are developing new functions for robots: emotional communication, sculpting clay and making metal shapes. The experts have been

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FANUC America’s robotic automation tool

FANUC AMERICA AND PLUS ONE ROBOTICS A NEW SOLUTION

Plus One Robotics is a company offering cutting edge 3D vision and artificial intelligence capabilities for robots. Recently, FANUC and Plus One Robotics collaborated on a flexible solution for the development of the electronics industry. These two companies combined their know-how and cutting-edge technology to keep up with the ever-evolving customers’ need. This new, flexible

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FANUC production factory in Yamanashi prefecture, Japan

FANUC INCREASES THE PRODUCTION OF INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS

According to Nikkei Asian Review, FANUC has paid special attention to its product line of collaborative robots CRX. These “collaborative robots” are designed to work together with team operators and can be directly controlled by workers using touch and orientation. Increasing the manufacturing of industrial robots is one way to maintain the economic productivity of

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An illustration of various mechanical robot designs

POWERFUL SMALL SIZE TOOL

The demand for industrial robots has dramatically increased in the last two decades—making it a more competitive and stable automation option in the market. However, as technology advances, more specific and demanding requirements also arise, and most of them can be fulfilled by robotic automation solutions. Continue reading to learn how small-sized- robots are making

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A robotic arm preparing fast food at a KFC franchise

ROBOTIC TECHNOLOGY AT KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (KFC) MEETS SOCIAL DISTANCING

Robot-prepared foods have been around for many years, but haven’t been as successful as investors expected. Given that the current pandemic situation mandates social distancing and personal hygiene practices, KFC has implemented a new way of contactless food serving. As COVID-19 infections increase, implementing a solution that promotes social distancing makes the idea of robotic

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An ABB 3D robotic inspection cell working in a factory

ABB 3D ROBOTIC INSPECTION CELL (3DQI)

ABB has introduced the 3D Quality Inspection System (3DQI) recently, a quality control unit that can detect even the smallest errors with high precision. ABB brings 3D applications and artificial vision together to increase productivity in quality control. ABB’s new 3D Robot Quality Inspection unit facilitates measurement and reduces time taken by providing fast and

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Fast moving robots working in an automotive assembly line

APPLYING ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS TO THE VEHICLE BODY WITH KUKA ROBOTS

Sustainable and efficient production is vital for the automotive industry. Two crucial aspects of this in an automotive assembly line are gluing and sealing technologies, as they bond various materials during the bodywork manufacturing process.  KUKA’s sensitive automation solution provides important corrosion protection and ensures a slick vehicle body, such as at Mercedes-Benz. KUKA’s Sealant

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