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Ogura's new large bore brakes for robotic and medical equipment
The MCNB-HS series power-off spring applied brakes have oversized bores to allow wires to pass through the shaft’s hollow bore.
How robotics is changing the drywall industry
Canvas’s response to current building industry challenges is to focus on safety, efficiency and quality, while training workers for the jobs of the future.
A robotic hand that can lift 1,000 times its body weight
The artificial muscles, dubbed GeometRy-based Actuators that Contract and Elongate (GRACE), are composed of 18 3D actuators combined in the shape of a robotic hand.
'Mind-reading' helmet being developed for next-gen fighter jets in the UK
As part of the Future Combat Air System program currently underway in the U.K., a consortium is developing an AI system that can step in when a pilot is overwhelmed or not in control.
Robotics-driven kiosks promise smoothies in under a minute
The ROBOJuice kiosks feature humanoid robots that rely on artificial intelligence (AI) for recognizing ingredients, recipes and food preparation techniques.
AI promises to automate dental implant design
Using AI technology based on a 3D Generative Adversarial Network(3D-GAN) algorithm, researchers reconstructed the shape of a natural healthy tooth and automated the process of false teeth design with high levels of accuracy.
Report: Manufacturers suggest robots are not taking over jobs in the manufacturing space
According to the report, 57% of global manufacturers report that robots aren’t taking over jobs in the manufacturing space, but instead improving human-robot collaboration in that field.
OceanOne robot gets name change following 1 km achievement
Now aptly dubbed OceanOneK in honor of its 1 km achievement, the diving robot has been used to explore sunken ships, planes and even submarines, giving operators the sensation that they are also interacting with these deep-water destinations.
Valmet launches Neles Q-Disc flow balancing trim for extreme flow control service
The Q-Disc is an efficient solution for challenging flow conditions and can be utilized to avoid cavitation in low opening angles. It is a welded-on addition to the Neles Neldisc and Jamesbury Wafer-Sphere high performance butterfly valve ranges.
Rapid Robotics boasts robot with ‘fastest setup time in the industry’
The secret is Smart Setup, a new capability that enables anyone to move RMOs onto a new job in as little as 60 seconds via built-in computer vision — no programming or robotics expertise required.
Understanding torsion springs and some key design calculations
What makes torsion springs so special over other types of springs?
Oxford Flow introduces gas regulator for precision control
Oxford Flow recently launched the new IM-S series pilot-operated regulator range featuring an axial flow design for process gases to deliver high levels of performance across various operating conditions.
Starfish underwater robotic gripper designed for mine countermeasures, EOD
The STARFISH, which was developed under the U.S. Navy’s Office of Naval Research (ONR) end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) project, can reportedly grasp and hold an assortment of objects.
New algorithm predicts crimes in urban areas one week in advance
In addition to successfully predicting crime likelihood in Chicago where the algorithm achieved a 90% rate of accuracy, the social scientists also tested the algorithm on eight other U.S. cities.
BAE Systems releases military drone design details
Both concept 1 drone and concept 2 drone will reportedly be capable of engaging in electronic warfare with technology onboard that can jam radio signals.
Video: A new generation of robot-ready frameless servo motors
The motors introduce features that simplify the design of collaborative, surgical, aerospace and defense and other robots while optimizing performance in a lighter, more compact package.
CERN looks to boost energy efficiency of critical cooling systems
Digital twins will be developed to support online diagnostics and maximize cooling system efficiency.
These valves for hydrogen fueling stations ensure maintenance safety, minimize leaks
The 15,000 psi double block bleed and hand valves offer redundant protection from high pressure and superior sealing technology to avoid leaks.
Device detects fresh food ripeness, spoilage
The GoMicro's Spotcheck device, which pairs with its accompanying GoMicro Spotcheck App, features a $1 phone attachable magnifier that accurately determines the level of ripeness or spoilage of fresh foods.
Video: Airlines to explore carbon capture technology
A group of major airlines is pursuing the purchase of carbon removal credits and carbon sequestration technology to offset the emissions from air travel.