Automation

Aerospace engineering professor Nanshu Lu with the stretchable e-skin she created.
Automation
Stretchable e-Skin Could Give Robots Human-Level Touch Sensitivity
Existing e-skin technology loses sensing accuracy as the material stretches.
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The YV01 autonomous vineyard robot from Yanmar Vineyard Solutions provides solutions to innovate and improve the efficiency and safety of vineyard work.
Automation
Champagne Maker Partners with Vineyard Solutions Firm on Advanced Robotics
Moët & Chandon will use autonomous tech in a effort leveraging Yanmar Vineyard Solutions.
May 1, 2024
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Automation
Kassow Robots Launches World’s First 7-Axis Cobot Series with Controller Integrated Into Base
Offering flexibility for mobile solutions ad additional space savings for cramped facilities.
May 1, 2024
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Automation
Teachable Sensor Ideal for Panel Present Detection in Automated Sheet Metal Stamping
This teachable sensor is an ideal choice for backup or redundant signaling detection.
April 30, 2024
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Automation
Third NASA Engineer Joins Cannabis Automation Firm Sorting Robotics
He'll lead the company's team developing solutions for cannabis manufacturers and processors.
April 25, 2024
IEC 62443 is a key standard to reduce risk of cyberattacks in industrial workplaces.
Automation
How to Build a More Secure Connected World with IEC 62443
The goal is better efficiency, improved sustainability and interoperability, enhanced reliability and greater cost-effectiveness for system integrators, product suppliers and other stakeholders.
April 24, 2024
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PICMG InterEdge, OPAF Partner to Advance Open Process Control Technology
April 24, 2024
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Hyundai to Test New Humanoid Robot from Boston Dynamics
April 18, 2024
Comau will be exhibiting at Automate 2024 at Chicago’s McCormick Place from May 6-9, 2024 in Booth 4441.
Comau to Showcase New Robots, Solutions at Automate 2024
April 15, 2024
Automation
Intelligent Automation Conference North America: Machine Automation for Business Success
April 12, 2024
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April 19, 2024
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Operations
Hyundai, Kia Debut Redesigned Delivery Robot
DAL-e Delivery has undergone improvements in both design and performance.
April 3, 2024
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Operations
Baton Rouge Automation Manufacturer to Expand Headquarters
The $4.2 million investment will allow BBP to create 75 direct new jobs.
April 3, 2024
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Operations
Galco Expands Portfolio Through Partnership with Balluff
The partnership is expected to enhance efficiency and productivity in automation projects.
April 2, 2024
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Automation
Why Is Automation the New Norm in Metalworking Precision?
Machining and welding require fine movements despite encountering a considerable amount of friction.
March 20, 2024
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Automation
California Authorizes Expansion of Waymo's Driverless Car Services
The expansion comes after authorities revoked the license of a rival robotaxi service after determining its driverless cars were a dangerous menace.
March 4, 2024
AI engineer Jenna Reher works on humanoid robot Figure 01 at Figure AI's test facility in Sunnyvale, Calif., Oct. 3, 2023.
Automation
Humanoid Robot-Maker Figure Partners with OpenAI
The company also got backing from Jeff Bezos and other tech giants.
February 29, 2024
Georgia Governor Kemp, company, state leaders celebrate Hyundai Motor Group’s positive impact on the state during Hyundai Day at the State Capitol, Feb. 26, 2024.
Automation
Hyundai Moves Up Production Start Date for Georgia Metaplant
The company had previously been targeting early 2025.
February 27, 2024
This robot mimics simple life forms.
Automation
'Swarm of One' Robot a Single Machine Made of Independent Modules
The robot is composed of many building blocks like the cells of a multicellular organism.
February 27, 2024
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Product Development
Kawasaki Robotics Partners with Olis Robotics to Offer Remote Monitoring, Control of Industrial Robots
The partners will demonstrate a state-of-the-art robotic corner board system at MODEX 2024.
February 23, 2024
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Automation
OMRON Launches New Integrated Autonomous Mobile Robot Solutions
The medium-payload autonomous mobile robots are launching as complete solutions with top modules.
February 22, 2024
Hyundai's Supernal's CEO Shin Jaiwon speaks to The Associated Press during an interview along the Singapore Airshow in Singapore, Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024.
Product Development
Hyundai's Supernal Sees Future in Electric-Powered Air Taxis
Supernal's S-A2 electric aircraft, equipped with eight rotors, is designed to carry a pilot and four passengers.
February 22, 2024
A worker prepares a Hexagon machine at Reata Engineering and Machine Works, Englewood, Colo., Feb. 15, 2024.
Automation
Productivity Surge Helps Explain Economy's Surprising Resilience
Worker shortages have led many companies to invest in machines.
February 21, 2024
Mississippi State University engineering professor Hussein Gharakhani with a prototype robotic cotton harvester.
Automation
Robot Harvests Cotton By Reaching Out, Plucking It
Like a lizard's tongue snatching flies.
February 16, 2024
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Automation
ArcBest Launches Vaux Smart Autonomy
Combining AMR forklifts and reach trucks, intelligent software and remote teleoperation capabilities.
February 16, 2024