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Drives for speed in intralogistics
Competitive intralogistics requires extensive automation, something that is inconceivable without micromotors. Drive systems from FAULHABER prove their ability to perform here during sorting, transporting and with robotics solutions.
Sara, the Emirates robot, checks travelers into flights
As part of its new City Check-in and Travel Store, Emirates’ Sara check-in robot assistant can match the faces of travelers with their corresponding passports.
Jizai Arms introduces its spider-inspired robotic arms
The robotic arms can reportedly be attached, detached or replaced entirely, thereby impacting how humans interact with robots and artificial intelligence (AI).
Computex 2023: Innodisk expands its AIoT presence, ventures beyond traditional industries to empower smart applications
The company will showcase various artificial intelligence internet of things (AIoT) solutions for the manufacturing, transportation and retail sectors.
Study: ChatGPT outperforms doctors in terms of bedside manner
The researchers assembled a panel of licensed healthcare professionals to assess the replies of both human doctors and the chatbot in response to a medical scenario.
Companies jointly announce launch of air cargo automation system for ULD palletizing
The new robotic system is expected to change the way air freight ground handlers store and move cargo at airports around the world.
Motion Plus launches new Motus1 linear actuator family
The belt- and screw-driven linear positioner delivers reliable motion control for industrial applications.
Fully automatic quick coupler for large material handlers introduced by OilQuick
The system is comprised of a 360° rotator mounted on a fully hydraulic quick coupler and is suspended from the handling equipment’s stick, enabling operators to remain in the cab while switching lifting hooks, wood chip buckets, clamshell grapples, grapples magnets and other attachments.
Centipede-inspired robots to be deployed for search and rescue, space exploration
To mimic the scurrying nature of centipedes with their tens to hundreds of legs that can traverse various terrains without interruption, the team developed a new theory of multi-legged locomotion and built many-legged robotic models.
Osaro launches AI-powered kitting robots
Kitting is both a merchandising strategy and a logistics technique whereby curated boxes of complementary items are packaged and shipped together as a single ‘kit’ with a unique SKU.
Model could improve first responder response times
The researchers suggest that the model maximizes the coverage area, thereby enabling first responders to respond to as many accident sites as possible while minimizing the time to reach an accident site.
How are engineers using ChatGPT?
Follow along as GlobalSpec explores how the technology will specifically impact the field of engineering.
Automate to return in 2024
Due to overwhelming demand, Automate — the largest robotics and automation trade show in North America — will return in 2024 and then continue as an annual event.
Motus Labs launches its next generation ML2000 robotic gear series with Orbital Flex Design
The robotic gear series boasts zero backlash, high torque density, linear torsional stiffness and a cross roller output bearing.
What is HDDM+ technology?
Learn all about this patented and innovative technology for distance measurement from SICK.
Toyota Material Handling introduces its Tora-Max Walkie Stacker
The Tora-Max Walkie Stacker adds to Toyota’s lineup of electric products and is an ideal solution for customers in the warehousing, manufacturing, beverage, retail and distribution industries.
ChatGPT: Job killer or job creator?
Follow along as GlobalSpec explores some of the job titles that are expected to emerge or grow in popularity in lockstep with chatbots.
Renishaw launches new line of industrial automation products
The RCS product line solves fundamental challenges associated with manual set-up, calibration and maintenance of robots, such as operational accuracy and repeatability.
Beckhoff displays adaptive automation for manufacturing at Automate 2023
Beckhoff will demo two emerging technologies designed to transform industrial automation: the new modular robot, ATRO, and the completely cabinetless MX-System.
NORD Drivesystems to display efficient, reliable airport drive solutions at AAAE 2023
The latest airport technology includes the high efficiency IE5+ product portfolio and standardized LogiDrive complete drive solution.