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Comau advances automated workflow with powerful mobile robotics
The platform, which integrates a six-axis articulated robotic arm and an autonomous mobile vehicle, can be used across multiple different industries.
New functionalities of edge products from Softing Industrial facilitate integration into IT solutions
The edgeConnector products and the edgeAggregator from Softing Industrial offer a range of functionalities in version 3.40 that make integration into IT solutions much easier.
Start-up unveils life-like robot dog
Capable of moving like a real dog, Sparky can run, jump and do tricks and features a built-in camera and microphone so that it can respond to commands and initiate conversations.
Biosensor technology promises to bring mind control one step closer
To create these dry wearable sensors and overcome issues of corrosion, durability and skin contact resistance, researchers used graphene and combined it with silicon.
AI-based robot to reassemble relics from Pompeii
The RePAIR tech uses AI to solve puzzles, examining the dispersed pieces of a Roman vase, for instance, and determining how they fit together while a set of robotic arms physically pieces the relic together.
Earthworm-inspired robot developed for underground exploration, search and rescue
To mimic the locomotion of earthworms, the IIT team constructed a peristaltic soft actuator (PSA) that elongates when air is pumped into it and that compresses when air is removed.
Discover PRECiV: Modular and versatile microscope image and measurement software
Extend your microscope's capabilities with PRECiV software. Automate your workflow and simplify repetitive tasks today.
Video: Meet the new ODM robot from AGILOX at PROMAT 2023
Meet the fleet of AGILOX autonomous mobile robots live and performing in a swarm.
'Magic Eye' identifies maintenance needs on assembly lines
The system, dubbed Magic Eye, uses image analysis to detect deviations in assembly line equipment — girders, cabling and bolts, for instance.
New CMS HD VX multistage vacuum pumps from COVAL with added intelligence and communications capability
The CMS HD VX multistage pumps are fully connected to Industry 4.0.
Gecko- and inchworm-inspired robot climbs walls
Dubbed GeiwBot, the tiny, 4 cm long, 3 mm wide, 1 mm thick robot reportedly mimics the gripping ability of geckos and the movement of inchworms using a combination of ultraviolet light and magnetic force.
Geeplus introduces bigger, more powerful voice coil motor
The new motor uses a highly optimized magnet assembly to produce exceptional force/mass ratio for high acceleration in dynamic applications.
SABIC to showcase at OFC 2023 new near-IR transparent thermo-optical resins to enhance bandwidth and energy efficiency in optical components
The company will display several specialized, high-heat thermoplastics that can facilitate the adoption of cutting-edge optical technologies.
Carbon-based nanocomposites for EMI shielding
Carbon-based nanocomposites have emerged as effective electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding materials.
Leader Tech thermal gap fillers address the most difficult of thermal demands
These products are ideal for use in high-power electronics, high-performance computing, data centers and other applications where reliable thermal management is crucial.
Case study: Ignite™ creating a new thermal process for developing lightweight materials
One of Harper’s clients is currently utilizing the Ignite process to successfully bring groundbreaking materials to market.
Polarization controllers: key differentiators to optimize your testing and manufacturing applications
Polarization control has become an integral part of optical R&D labs and manufacturing lines.
Silicone adhesive tape — A powerful product for demanding applications
Silicone is well known as a material for challenging uses and environments.
Watch these insect-inspired robots jump
The researchers were able to mimic so-called snap buckling in beetles wherein a rapid release of elastic energy occurs when a coiled muscle within a click beetle’s thorax is triggered, enabling the beetle to propel itself great distances in the air.
Watch as this fairy-like robot takes flight
As part of their aptly named Flying Aero-robots based on Light Responsive Materials Assembly (FAIRY) project, the researchers created a polymer-assembly, light-controlled robot that flies using wind.