Robotics Assembly

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A cordless nutrunner and a robotic screwdriving system are among several new fastening technologies worth your attention.

A new R&D initiative hopes to improve the dexterity of machines and enhance human-robot interaction.

The goal of the initiative is to foster the next generation of skilled professionals in advanced manufacturing and automation.

BOSTON, MA—Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) are joining forces to accelerate the development of general-purpose humanoid robots.

Rethink’s new portfolio seems more mature, straightforward and targeted at manufacturers.

XIAOLAN, China—Comau has designed and deployed a flexible body-in-white (BIW) manufacturing line for JMC Ford’s assembly plant here, which produces high-end pickup trucks. 

Boston startup is lauded for its fully automatic motion planning software for industrial robots. The software develops an optimized “choreography” for robots that work closely together in cells. By coordinating the motion of each robot, the software prevents collisions.

Low-cost robotic systems are available through an online platform that aggregates components from various industrial suppliers, enabling engineers to design, build and buy a robotic system that meets their application and budget requirements. 

FRANKFURT, Germany—More than 4.2 million robots were employed in factories worldwide in 2023—a record high and an increase of 10 percent from 2022.

SAN FRANCISCO—Micropsi Industries Inc., a provider of AI software for industrial robots, has moved its corporate headquarters from Berlin to San Francisco.