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Omron and Neura Robotics Usher in New Era of Robotic Cognition

Omron and Neura Robotics Usher in New Era of Robotic Cognition

Omron and Neura Robotics embark on a collaborative pioneering journey to establish a firm footprint in the field of cognitive robotics for industrial automation.


News Apr 22, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
A Look at the Latest Pneumatic and Robotic Products From SMC

A Look at the Latest Pneumatic and Robotic Products From SMC

SMC has announced several new products for pneumatic control and robot assembly systems, including longer life pneumatic air cylinders, a new air flow controller, and a multi-hand robot adapter.


News Apr 19, 2024 by Seth Price
Beginner’s Guide to Automation: How to Choose the Right Project

Beginner’s Guide to Automation: How to Choose the Right Project

There are a lot of companies considering in-house automation or consulting with integrators for automated systems. But where do you start, and how do you even pick a project for automation?


Robot-To-PLC Handshaking

Robot-To-PLC Handshaking

Controlling an industrial robot can be done through the use of well-crafted signal handshakes. Follow along as we dive into several robot-to-PLC communication strategies.


Agility Robotics Develops Cloud Automation Platform for Robot Fleet Management

Agility Robotics Develops Cloud Automation Platform for Robot Fleet Management

Addressing labor shortages in logistics and manufacturing, Agility Robotics has released Agility Arc, a cloud-based automation platform that enables the deployment and management of bipedal robot fleets.


News Apr 11, 2024 by Seth Price
Take a Look Inside a Research and Demo Lab at Epson Robotics

Take a Look Inside a Research and Demo Lab at Epson Robotics

Recently, the Control.com engineering team had the opportunity to visit the R&D demo lab facility for the robotics division of Epson, located in Los Alamitos, CA. Come learn how the magic happens!


Big Boxes? No Problem With Festo’s New Heavy-Duty Palletizing Gantry

Big Boxes? No Problem With Festo’s New Heavy-Duty Palletizing Gantry

Festo has eased the jobs of OEMs and engineers by releasing a new heavy-duty palletizing gantry with a 400-pound pick capacity and online tools to reduce design time to as little as 20 minutes.


News Apr 09, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
The KR Pulse Ecosystem: Kassow Robots Latest Push Toward Flexible Cobot Solutions

The KR Pulse Ecosystem: Kassow Robots Latest Push Toward Flexible Cobot Solutions

Kassow Robots has partnered with major automation device and software industry players to build an ecosystem of compatible components, application kits, and engineering tools for its 7-axis KR cobots.


News Apr 06, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
ABB Robotics Partners With Start-up To Promote Sustainable, Affordable Housing

ABB Robotics Partners With Start-up To Promote Sustainable, Affordable Housing

In an effort to make housing more sustainable and affordable, ABB Robotics and technology start-up AUAR have teamed up to build an ecosystem of robotic micro-factories.


News Apr 05, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Tech Tips: Considering Payload and Inertia in 6-Axis Robot EoAT Design

Tech Tips: Considering Payload and Inertia in 6-Axis Robot EoAT Design

In the field of robotics, designing proper end-of-arm tooling (EoAT) is a crucial step. This article includes critical material and inertia factors to consider when designing EoAT for 6-axis robots.


Robots in Space? Remote Surgery and Extraterrestrial Habitation

Robots in Space? Remote Surgery and Extraterrestrial Habitation

An advanced robotic assistant has successfully demonstrated its surgical capabilities aboard the International Space Station. Researchers are also working to create robots that maintain human habitats in space.


News Mar 28, 2024 by Stephanie Leonida
Recap: Control Automation Day 2024

Recap: Control Automation Day 2024

Control Automation Day 2024 is now in the rear-view mirror. Thanks to our presenters and attendees for making the inaugural event a huge success!


News Mar 26, 2024 by David Peterson
RoboDK and Comau Deliver Next-generation Robotic Simulation

RoboDK and Comau Deliver Next-generation Robotic Simulation

The latest collaboration between RoboDK and Comau gives users enhanced, user-friendly robotic simulation and offline programming with Roboshop Next Gen software.


News Mar 24, 2024 by Bob Odhiambo
Comau and Leonardo Pilot Automated Inspection for Helicopter Blades

Comau and Leonardo Pilot Automated Inspection for Helicopter Blades

Robot manufacturer Comau has joined forces with Leonardo, an aerospace and defense manufacturer, to develop an intelligent robotic inspection system for helicopter blades up to seven meters long.


News Mar 22, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Three Control Automation Day Sessions You Just Can’t Miss

Three Control Automation Day Sessions You Just Can’t Miss

Join the experts as they present robotics theory on topics including 3D vision applications from Keyence, robot motion and precision from Mecademic, and developing open control from Arduino Pro.


News Mar 21, 2024 by David Peterson
It’s a MIRAI-cle: Tough Tasks Made Easier With Micropsi and KUKA

It’s a MIRAI-cle: Tough Tasks Made Easier With Micropsi and KUKA

Challenging robotic tasks will now be easier to manage for KUKA customers, as KUKA now offers the power of Micropsi’s MIRAI AI-powered vision systems to their robotics users.


News Mar 19, 2024 by Joshua Tidwell
How-To Guide to Robot Programming: All About User Frames

How-To Guide to Robot Programming: All About User Frames

In this article, we'll explore user frames in the context of a 6-axis industrial or collaborative robot. Learn the definition, practical applications, and advantages that user frames have to offer.


Control.com: Feeling The Supply Chain Mojo at MODEX 2024

Control.com: Feeling The Supply Chain Mojo at MODEX 2024

Atlanta was buzzing with technology, demonstrations, and innovative supply chain solutions from over 1000 individual exhibitors at MODEX 2024, March 11-14 at the GA World Congress Center.


News Mar 16, 2024 by David Peterson
A Hands-On Solution: Humanoid Robots in Automotive Manufacturing and Beyond

A Hands-On Solution: Humanoid Robots in Automotive Manufacturing and Beyond

Two companies, Figure AI Inc. and Ubtech Robotics, are working to make humanoid robots viable for use in tasks traditionally developed for human hands.


News Mar 15, 2024 by Damond Goodwin
Control Bits: A Roundup of Automation News You May Have Missed

Control Bits: A Roundup of Automation News You May Have Missed

Flow controllers, sensors, AI, motors, conveyors… Check out the Control editorial team's top picks for news and headlines from the world of robotics and control automation over the past few weeks!


News Mar 14, 2024 by David Peterson