
Merger with AutoGuide Mobile Robots
The two Teradyne companies Mobile Industrial Robots and AutoGuide Mobile Robots have merged to form a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMR).

The two Teradyne companies Mobile Industrial Robots and AutoGuide Mobile Robots have merged to form a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMR).

Scalable Robotics and ABB enter into a strategic partnership to expand the range of robotic welding solutions.

Following successful joint projects, Wiferion and PohlCon agree on an exclusive partnership. The aim is to bundle their expertise in industrial contactless energy supply.

One of the most important research institutions in Germany in the field of artificial intelligence has opened a new building in Bremen. The DFKI intends to use the extension to advance research into future topics, according to a press release.

Tesla announced a new delivery record for electric cars. But if the company boss has his way, robots could become more important for Tesla than cars in the future. A prototype presented for the first time runs less reliably than its competitors - but should score points with its "brain".

Igus is investing in the expansion of its activities in low-cost automation and has now acquired a majority stake in Commonplace Robotics, based in Bissendorf near Osnabrück.
With the human-like robot 4NE-1, Neura Robotics is launching a "robot for everyone that supports people in all areas of life, learns through interaction and has cognitive abilities".

RK Rose+Krieger at the Motek 2022
Among other things, RK Rose+Krieger is presenting the "Anti-Twist" twist insurance at Motek.

Affordable robot automation for small and medium-sized companies is the goal of the 'Low Cost Automation' division of Igus. Computer&Automation asked Alexander Mühlens how the offer is being received.
How can a 100% inspection at the end of a production line be automated cost-effectively? A manufacturer of chargers for electric vehicles relies on a 5-axis articulated arm robot that takes over the test cycle and uses various test equipment.

The KDT 105 NM cross table from Steinmeyer Mechatronik is robust and free from magnetic materials.
Check with Thomas Rettig, Beckhoff
Beckhoff presented its ATRO modular system at Automatica 2022, which can be used to realize any robot design. The background to entering the robotics market.

Dobot has announced the product launch of the CR10 collaborative robot in Germany. The CR10 robotic arm is part of the AI-controlled Cobot CR series and has a maximum reach of 1,525 mm and a payload of 10 kg.
Universal Robots is sending its collaborative robots on tour: From October 4 to November 23, interested visitors can experience hands-on automation using collaborative robotics.

The Motoman GA50 expands Yaskawa's industrial robot portfolio. With a repeat accuracy of +/-0.015 mm, the new development is particularly suitable for 3D welding of complex contours and challenging workpieces.
The process of bin picking, or 'reaching into the box', is replacing outdated methods such as vibrating tables with separation technology or manual sorting. What exactly is behind it?

Exoskeleton pioneer German Bionic collaborates with lightweight construction specialist Mubea. The automotive supplier is entering into production with the robot exoskeleton manufacturer.

A new machining cell is part of ABB's OmniVance portfolio of standardized manufacturing cells. It can run up to eight different applications in one cell.

The Melfa RH-CR Scara robots from Mitsubishi Electric are particularly suitable for companies that are at the beginning of their automation and digital transformation.

Kuka can look back on the first six months of 2022 with satisfaction: At a good 2.5 billion euros, incoming orders are 34.8% above the previous year's figure. Sales revenue also increased by 13.5% to around 1.7 billion euros.