Industrial Robotics - Articles, Stories & Interviews

How to Achieve the Full Benefits of a Warehouse Digital Twin

A warehouse digital twin needs more than a highly capable WMS, it also needs a reliable technology to capture all the necessary inventory data, and this is where computer vision plays a pivotal role.

Physical AI: Embracing AI’s Moment in Robotics

Manufacturers currently use automation to streamline workflows, enhance efficiency, cut costs, and meet growing consumer demands. Yet they face a myriad of disruptions such as labor shortages, limitations of current technologies, and costly downtimes on production lines.

From Displacement to Empowerment: How Robotics Developers Can Lead the Workforce Reskilling Revolution

As automation continues to integrate into our factories, warehouses, and supply chains, the conversation around workforce transition and reskilling has become one of the most urgent and defining challenges of our time.

Multi-axis motion control drives pipe-based robots

Surveying and maintaining underground pipes can be complex and resource intensive. To streamline the process, construction and facility management teams are increasingly turning to robots that can provide inspection as well as repair.

Multi-camera system with AI and seamless traceability leaves no chance for product defects

VIVALDI Digital Solutions GmbH has developed an exemplary, innovative solution for AI quality inspection in real time. In addition to an edge server with an Intel processor, intelligent image processing plays a key role in the so-called SensorBox.

What is the role of cameras in pick and place robots?

Pick and place robots perform repetitive handling tasks with speed and consistency, making them invaluable across industries. These robots depend heavily on the right camera setup. Get insights about the challenges faced by cameras, use cases, and their biggest benefits.

Automate 2025 Product Preview

Automate 2025 takes place May 12th - 15th in Detroit, MI. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.

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Industrial Robotics - Featured Stories

How AI, Robotics, and Automation Power Next Generation Pack Assembly

Successful pack assembly systems balance throughput, quality, and safety in real time. Integration matters more than buying the most sophisticated robots; it comes down to seamless software logic, modular failover paths, and smart system design.

How Is Modular Robot Design Reshaping Factory Automation?

How industrial robots work constantly adapts to increased demand and novel technologies, but it enhances automation potential the most. What is shifting and how can production engineers and electronics experts in these sectors fully leverage the benefits?

System lets robots identify an object's properties through handling

With a novel simulation method, robots can guess the weight, softness, and other physical properties of an object just by picking it up.

Industrial Robotics - News Headlines

EngineAI Releases Comprehensive Open-Source Resources to Accelerate Robotics Development

This initiative marks a significant step in promoting collaborative development and lowering technical barriers in the robotics industry.

Shibaura Machine brings full range of SCARA and 6-axis robots to Automatica 2025

Shibaura Machine and TM Robotics to showcase ceiling-mounted, cleanroom and IP65 SCARA options

Flexiv and NVIDIA Join Forces in Robotics Simulation

Flexiv launches the Flexiv-Isaac Bridge App, empowering developers to design, test, and deploy force-controlled robotics applications in hyper-realistic virtual environments.

Industrial Robotics - Featured Product

IP Seals for Robots
IP Seals for Robots

IP Seals for Robots

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies' IPRS (Ingress Protection Seals for Robots) provides reliable protection for robotic systems operating in harsh environments. Designed to prevent dust, moisture, chemicals, and wear from compromising performance, IPRS extends service life and reduces maintenance. The adaptive Z-shaped geometry ensures sealing integrity under continuous motion, making it ideal for high-speed automation and outdoor applications. Manufactured with high-performance elastomers such as Fluoroprene XP and EPDM, IPRS offers exceptional resistance to lubricants, cleaning agents, and extreme temperatures. This makes it the perfect solution for six-axis robots, SCARA robots, AMRs, AGVs, and cobots. With its low-friction design and durable materials, IPRS enhances energy efficiency and operational reliability in industrial and autonomous robotics. Learn more about our IPRS Seals

Industrial Robotics - Featured Company

Bota Systems AG

We give robots the sense of touch - Bota Systems' vision is for robots to work and move safely and as naturally and freely as human beings.​ As a developer and manufacturer of multi-axis force-torque sensors, torque sensors, and custom sensors, we strive to provide the best force-torque sensing solutions and user care experience. Our team of robotics, software and mechanical engineers continually develops highly-integrated and advanced sensors to support a wide range of applications.