Fugro partners with ASA on new robotics control complex
29 June, 2020The Australian Space Agency is building a Space Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Control Complex (SpAARC) in WA.
Giving soft robots feeling
22 June, 2020In a pair of papers from MIT CSAIL, two teams enable better sense and perception for soft robotic grippers.
Cohesio Group to bring Fetch Robotics solutions to ANZ
15 June, 2020The two companies say they will collaborate to help retailers and logistics providers in the Asia–Pacific region deliver advanced automation.
A good egg: robot chef trained to make omelettes
10 June, 2020Cooking is an interesting problem for roboticists. The question is: how do we assess whether the robot has done a good job?
Human–robot collaboration for improved welding seam inspection
02 June, 2020Robots are being used in many situations that involve collaboration with humans. The challenge now is how best to integrate them into the working environment.
OnRobot launches system for vision-guided robotics
01 June, 20202.5D vision adds depth perception and parts recognition for all leading robotic arms and can be mounted both on the robot wrist or externally.
Singapore approves robotic drones to fly over city
25 May, 2020To support public health during the pandemic, Singapore has become the first in the world to approve completely automated commercial drone flights over a city.
How many jobs do robots really replace?
12 May, 2020Research by an MIT economist puts a number on the job costs of automation in the USA.
Robotics industry braced to weather the coronavirus storm
11 May, 2020After record investment in 2019, the robotics industry will find it more challenging in 2020 due to the global pandemic, according to ABI Research.
Advanced robotics hub offering help to manufacturers in need
04 May, 2020Queensland's Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub is offering expertise to help manufacturers meet supply needs during the coronavirus pandemic.
Robots provide surgeons with superhuman stability and precision
04 May, 2020Although they are not yet operating autonomously, robots are nevertheless commonly used in the operating theatre today.
Cobots improve palletising and ergonomics at Unilever
09 April, 2020Unilever fully automated two production lines in Katowice where six collaborative robots now handle tasks related to the packing of tea.
Improving human-to-robot handovers
09 April, 2020Grasp classification system improves cobot interaction.
How the coronavirus pandemic can deliver new opportunities for Australian industry
06 April, 2020 by Harry MulderThese tough times are obviously a worry for many organisations, but it could also be a period of new opportunity for others.
COVID-19 impact: mobile robotics market to grow
03 April, 2020A new ABI Research white paper identifies the short- and long-term impacts the global pandemic will have on industrial, collaborative and commercial robotics.