Robotics

From left to right: Medtronic’s Hugo surgical robot, Intuitive’s da Vinci surgical robot, and Stryker’s latest Mako surgical robot. | Source: Medtronic, Intuitive Surgical, and Stryker Intuitive Surgical Inc. remains the leading surgical robotics provider — but other companies with savvy strategies are generating buzz and raising money. Surgical robotics experts agree that the most promising technologies provide robot-assisted surgery options that don’t directly compete with Intuitive. The decades-long leader in soft-tissue procedures launched its next-gen

Empa researchers are working on artificial muscles that can keep up with the real thing. They have now developed a method of producing the soft and elastic, yet powerful structures using 3D printing. One day, these could be used in medicine or robotics — and anywhere else where things need to move at the touch of a button. Artificial muscles don’t just get robots moving: One day, they could support people at work or when

A robotic palletizer using the D:PLOY platform is an example of an off-the-shelf system that is pre-configured and available now. | Source: OnRobot In today’s fast-paced manufacturing landscape, automation is no longer a luxury but a necessity. However, with various approaches available, choosing the right one can be daunting. The Robot Report spoke with James Taylor, chief commercial officer at end effector provider OnRobot, to discuss the benefits of “off-the-shelf automation.” How off-the-shelf automation is

RISE claims the Beltdraulic SuperJammer electric actuated arm is stronger and more precise than hydraulic robots. Source: RISE Robotics While industrial automation is more established than other types of robots, there are still new capabilities to reach and records to be set. RISE Robotics plans to attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the strongest robotic arm prototype. “We are thrilled to showcase how RISE Robotics is transforming industrial automation,” stated Hiten Sonpal, CEO

In Episode 186 of The Robot Report Podcast, co-hosts Mike Oitzman and Eugene Demaitre interview Mark Messina, the new managing director and CEO of ANSCER Robotics America. Mark Messina, managing director and CEO, ANSCER Americas Messina discusses his journey in the robotics industry, including Kiva, Amazon Robotics, Geek+, and Addverb. He also explains the vision and technology behind ANSCER Robotics and its approach to market differentiation. In addition, Messina emphasizes the importance of building valuable

ANYbotics’ ANYmal for industrial inspection was among the robots at the AI+Robotics Summit last year. Source: SCSP With a new administration in the White House comes an opportunity for new technology and economic policies. The Special Competitive Studies Project, or SCSP, last month released a memorandum for President Donald Trump to address critical technologies such as robotics and artificial intelligence. “Securing U.S. leadership in AI and robotics is crucial for America’s economic competitiveness and national

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the University of Cologne have developed an AI-based learning system that recognizes strengths and weaknesses in mathematics by tracking eye movements with a webcam to generate problem-solving hints. This enables teachers to provide significantly more children with individualized support. An up-to-date PC, a good graphics card and a standard webcam: according to research by Prof. Achim Lilienthal, that’s all you need to identify pupils’ strengths and

PSYONIC said its Ability Hand offers 32 grip patterns, with 19 pre-defined and available for use. | Source: PSYONIC There are currently an estimated 2.1 million people in the U.S. who are missing a limb, according to the Amputee Coalition. Globally, more than 1 million limbs are amputated each year, one every 30 seconds. Robotics experts like those at PSYONIC are hoping to apply advanced technology to give individuals missing limbs more independence. PSYONIC offers