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Robotics

Mitsubishi Electric sets new record with TokuFastbot

The robot demonstrated how controls engineers might enhance factory machinery for faster response times and precision movements
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Robotics

NVidia AI enables Universal Robots applications

At IMTS 2024, UR+ Ecosystem Manager Chris Savoia reveals how artificial intelligence from NVidia is broadening perception capabilities
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Robotics

Methods Machine Tools enhances EDM by adding cobot for unattended production

Technical Sales Director Bill Burba walks us through the RoboCut CiC Series Wire EDM during IMTS 2024
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Robotics

Rethink Robotics’ Riser line combines cobot and AMR technology

Chris Harbert explains the Reacher, Ryder and Riser lines of robotic offerings at IMTS 2024
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Motion

Core technologies for motion control

Emerging technologies, such as EtherCAT over Time-Sensitive Networks and silicon-carbide-based axis modules, offer advancements that promise both enhanced performance and cost...
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Robotics

3 robots prevalent in packaging equipment

Rick Rice
Cartesian, delta and SCARA robots remain common, but cobots are on the uptick
Robotics

How additive-manufactured grippers spur technological advancement

Simulation tools like Siemens Tecnomatix Process Simulate help quantify the environmental and cost implications of gripper design iterations
Electromechanical

How to lessen backlash in ball screw application or replace with another option

Anna Townshend
A keyless coupling unit in the servo motor, an electric cylinder or preloaded ball screws can help manage the lost motion
Motors

Stepper motors provide precise motion control

Joey Stubbs
Advances in high-torque designs, closed-loop control and material science make steppers more energy efficient and reliable
Robotics

3 robot types pave the future of industrial manufacturing

Tobey Strauch
Artificial intelligence gives cognitive robots a legitimate seat at the table with industrial and collaborative
Electromechanical

How to reduce backlash errors or compensate for mechanical system inaccuracies

Anna Townshend
Preloaded ball screws, direct feedback mechanisms or control-based or drive-based lost motion compensation can manage backlash
Robotics

Core competency vs. partnership

Robert Brodecki
When does it make sense to find automation-ecosystem partners instead of investing in new-technology development?