Researchers introduced a two-finger haptic robotic hand capable of manipulating objects with diverse stiffness levels and shapes. Utilizing force sensors and an impedance control algorithm, the hand demonstrated precise grasping and lifting abilities without causing damage or slippage.
The old saying ‘time is money’ reaps true across many industries. However, in the world of food processing, good quality control is money, with errors the costly enemy.
Researchers introduce a novel control scheme in Electronics journal to improve the trajectory tracking accuracy of car-like mobile robots (CLMRs) amidst modeling errors and external disturbances. By combining an extended state observer (ESO) and a backstepping controller, they effectively estimate and compensate for system uncertainties, promising enhanced performance for various CLMR applications.
Kawasaki Robotics, a manufacturer of high-quality, intuitive and productive industrial robots for every industry, will offer a first look at its new family of collaborative robots (cobots) next week at Automate 2024 in Chicago May 6-9.
Researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) of the US Department of Energy have effectively used robotic assistance in the production of wind turbine blades to reduce labor-intensive conditions for humans and possibly increase product consistency.
Researchers in the UK have introduced a cable loop gripper (CLG) designed to adeptly grasp objects of various shapes and sizes in chemistry labs. This innovative gripper, utilizing flexible cable loop technology, showcases promising potential for robotic automation in conducting chemistry experiments, offering adaptability, reliability, and efficiency in handling diverse laboratory supplies and equipment.
Researchers from China proposed a novel method for reducing vibrations in industrial robots through time-lag filtering based on trapezoidal trajectory interpolation. This technique targets enhancing motion accuracy and stability by reducing harmonic components' amplitudes within specific frequency bands.
Researchers from the UK presented a robotic platform designed to automate the non-destructive disassembly of plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (EV) battery packs. By employing industrial robots equipped with various end-effectors and sensors, the platform efficiently extracts battery modules while preserving their structure and function.
A recent study presented the design and implementation of a robotic arm for efficiently cleaning porcelain bushings in high-voltage substations. Leveraging artificial intelligence and 5G technology, the robotic arm demonstrated improved cleaning efficiency and safety compared to conventional manual methods.
Cirtronics will exhibit and host a dynamic panel on successful robotics commercialization at the 2024 Robotics Summit and Expo on May 1st and 2nd at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center.
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