Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Robotics",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Light ball bearings lengthen working lives from
Schaeffler (UK), which we summarised at the time by saying "The KN B-PP range of ball bearings offers design engineers smoother running characteristics, higher load carrying capacity and up to 50% longer operating life".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Distribution system slashes installation time from
Contrinex UK: "Contrinex distribution boxes provide interconnection between sensors and control units by means of a range of quick-lock cable connectors and different sized distribution boxes".
In January 2008, we covered the news from TM Robotics (Europe)
- take a look at Machine vision partnership offers one-stop shop
which says: "PCS Industries can integrate vision products from almost any supplier across the globe".
Take a look also at the news release from RobotWorx, Refurbished robots do the work for less,
as well as Free experimental software available online from SolidWorks Corporation,
and Distributor takes robots to Australia and NZ from Adept Technology.
See also:
Compact drive comes together
(December 2007)
Motor, sensor and controller combine to form a highly dynamic space-saving, maintenance-free positioning drive with great efficiency
Compact drive keeps its cool
(December 2007)
Acoposmicro is an extremely compact drive for operating stepper and servo motors in the lower performance range
Controller takes on four servos and four steppers
(November 2007)
Offering control for servo and stepper motor axes, together with onboard I/O and fieldbus connectivity, the NextMove-ESB2 expands servo control capability from three to four axes
Polish universities receive fieldbus help
(November 2007)
Donated equipment will be used by both undergraduates on general engineering and production courses and postgraduates studying robotics and automation in greater detail
Measurement unit aids navigation and control
(November 2007)
MEMS inertial measurement unit contains an internal ultra-low-power attitude and heading reference system processor and a real-time Kalman filter
Cables cope with rigours of robotics
(November 2007)
Single-core cable is designed to withstand high levels of torsion in all three dimensions
Robotics highlight space possibilities
(October 2007)
Alliance Spacesystems is providing the robotics and associated control electronics to enable FREND to autonomously grapple satellites
Servo driver offers easy setup
(October 2007)
First-time users can make their EZSV10 DC brush servo driver move intelligently in usually less than half an hour
Dates announced for metal fabrication symposiums
(October 2007)
The metal fabrication symposiums will feature guest speakers from Pilz, Fox Valley Technical College, AWS, Servo Robot and Friction Stir Link
Programme supports young engineers
(September 2007)
The Yes programme aims to raise the profile of high-performance polymer products and build awareness of their advantages among the engineers of tomorrow
Universal joint aids keyhole surgery
(September 2007)
The Radius Surgical System provides the freedom to operate without the complexity of electromechanical robotic devices
Cable gland prevents bending
(September 2007)
Lapp's Skintop Click glands are easy to install and now have an additional spiral to protect against bending and to protect and secure flexible cables
Slide system meets demanding robotics needs
(August 2007)
The HepcoMotion slide system provides the main horizontal motion for a snake arm robot used in a nuclear reactor
Exhibitors show safe materials handling products
(August 2007)
Around 50 exhibitors will showcase materials and manual handling products and services at Sydney Materials Handling
Robotics partnership targets aerospace
(August 2007)
The huge amounts of manual labour associated with building an aircraft introduce inefficiency, inconsistencies and time delays into the process
Robots donated for science exhibit
(August 2007)
In the Fun Factory, a Kuka KR15 robot is interacting with a video that demonstrates how robots are used for welding, in foundries and other manufacturing applications
Robot operates in small areas
(August 2007)
Staubli's RS20 provides all the benefits of a Staubli SCARA robot but in ultra compact form, ideal for use on table or bench top automation
Drum filling robot offers new flexibility
(July 2007)
One leading Danish enzyme manufacturer has started filling its products using an automated robotic line developed by Feige using ABB Robots
Robots install defroster technology
(July 2007)
The Kuka KR 30 HA high-accuracy robot is being used to dispense a special material that will form the defroster on the polycarbonate window
French students work on underwater exploration
(July 2007)
Four French students came to Wales to work on a series of ongoing projects at the Mechatronics Research Centre in the University's Departments of Computing and Engineering
Robot suits fast assembly of small components
(July 2007)
TM Robotics' Toshiba Machine TH250A will find applications in the electronics industry, where uses could include general assembly and placing small components
Robotic system improves laboratory efficiency
(July 2007)
Applied Robotics' Smart Gripper 2.0 features accurate robotic finger positioning, adjustable grip force, easy integration and requires no proprietary software or controllers
Robot suits the food industry
(July 2007)
Fanuc Robotics' M-430iA/2F Robot has a reach of 900mm and five-axis flexibility to accommodate horizontal or vertical product placement positions
Robots improve tile making efficiency
(July 2007)
ABB's FlexPicker delta robot is the optimal, flexible robot solution for high-speed pick and place
Six-axis robotics transforms Jaguar production
(June 2007)
Jaguar's new facility can process the complete range of Jaguar car bodies, including the XK sports car, the S Type and the XJ saloon
Japanese university places large CAD order
(June 2007)
Waseda University in Japan has ordered the largest deployment of SolidWorks Education Edition software in the country
High-speed robot works in tight environments
(June 2007)
The LR Mate 200iC has a rigidly constructed lightweight arm which enables it to be positioned in confined spaces
Robot handles heavy lifting
(June 2007)
The Kuka KR 1000 titan six-axis robot has a payload capacity of 1000kg and a reach of 3200mm, suitable for the building materials, automotive and foundry industries
Sensor monitors 1-200bar pressures
(June 2007)
The Sensit Economic Industrial Transmitter incorporates an ASIC circuit to ensure accuracy and temperature compensation across all environmental conditions
Robots chosen for injection moulding
(June 2007)
Negri Bossi is set to use Kuka Robotics' floor and shelf-mounted robots for its injection moulding systems
Precision stages aid automation
(May 2007)
ADC's custom design applications include; fabrication and assembly of gantry tables, spectrometers, hex poles, machine tool, assembly and packaging applications
Robotics distribution deal reached
(May 2007)
Barr and Paatz is set to distribute the Elau Delta 3 robot, which is ideal for high-speed pick and place application
Sponsors support robotics competition
(May 2007)
A total of 344 teams of high school students competed in the First Robotics championship
Company upgrades staff and machinery
(May 2007)
William A Lewis Engineering believes apprenticeships are cost-effective for companies as well as for individuals