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Husqvarna relies on ABB's Yumi cobots: The Swedish manufacturer of outdoor power products has recognized the value of automation in improving its competitiveness.

Launched in 2017, the SeRoNet project aims to significantly simplify the design, development and use of service robots. With 'xito.one', an open IT platform is currently being created for users, solution providers, robotics and component manufacturers.
The 'Cray X Power Suit' from German Bionic provides active support for lifting loads in logistics workstations. In addition, manual work in the warehouse is integrated into digital processes, optimized and made safer.

A project carried out by Heidelberg University in collaboration with Iuvo aims to expand the scientific basis to prove the usability and efficiency of Comau's 'Mate-XT' exoskeleton for reducing biomechanical stress.

When it comes to safety, cobots place high demands on the knowledge of their human colleagues. A digital service developed by European research institutions aims to help companies share knowledge and carry out safe cobot installations.
In Germany, too, the implementation of robots in companies is expected to increase in the medium term. Which trends will accelerate this development? An assessment by the investment banking consultancy Cowen.
The strengths of robots come to the fore when they work alongside and not in the absence of humans. It can help to perceive the robot as an edge component. An assessment.

At an extraordinary meeting, the Kuka Supervisory Board appointed Alexander Tan as a member of the Executive Board. On July 1, 2021, he took over the position of Chief Financial Officer.
Why do fish swim in shoals, birds fly in flocks or bees in swarms? Because they are more intelligent and efficient together. This also applies to swarm robotics - decentralized, self-organizing systems.

Cobot expert and DRV founder Helmut Schmid is the new Managing Director of cobot company Franka Emika.