CNC, Motion Control
Technology developed that computes and responds without centralized processing
North Carolina State researchers have developed a structure called soft tactile logic, which senses, computes and responds without any centralized processing and has the characteristics of a robot and computer.
Engineers develop multimaterial fiber ink for 3-D-printed devices
A method developed by MIT researchers uses standard 3-D printers to produce functioning devices with the electronics already embedded inside and can sense their surroundings, store energy or perform other actions.
5 enduring developments in electronic motion control
Motor drives, power-switching transistors and microprocessors, sophisticated control algorithms, software influences, and mechatronic integration are among the standout electronic motion control developments.
Four ways industrial automation will evolve
Industrial automation has continued evolving as machines become more connected and smarter while reducing maintenance costs for companies.
Eye-tracking technology as the future of human-computer interaction
Eye-tracking technology is being used for research and industrial applications and will improve right along with virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) systems and become the basis for human-computer interaction
Mobile collaborative robot benefits on the plant floor
Small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are turning to collaborative robots to increase flexibility on the plant floor, and companies are looking to improve the technology behind the robots. In a flexible robot cell, the installation and commissioning time is reduced by up to 90%.
3-D machine vision for safer collaborative robot automation
3-D machine vision lets a robot sense, process information and mimic the way two humans adjust to working around each other.
Motion controller gives old presses new life
Case study: Retrofit controller on four hydraulic presses used a new programmable logic controller (PLC) to control the moving platen and the levelling cylinders would be controlled by a new electrohydraulic motion controller.
Collaborative robotics deliver faster ROI
Technology update: Collaborative robots used in industrial applications can be easier than traditional robotics for set up and redeployment, producing rapid return on investments (ROIs) in many diverse applications, according to one robot manufacturer.
Controlling soft robot movements with light, magnets
Researchers have developed a technique that allows them to remotely control the movement of soft robots using light and magnetic fields.