Barriers to automation and robotics in construction
Many industries have widely adopted automation and robotics, but the construction industry has not reached the same level of adoption.
Construction is a critical global...
The advent of robot software platforms
Recently, within the robotics industry, platforms have been gaining much attention. Platforms are divided into two: software and hardware.
Software platforms include tools used to...
The best ways to maintain industrial robots
A company won’t get the most out of its robotics investments if there aren’t any people within the workforce who know how to maintain...
Robot anatomy: Four configurations – Pros and cons
The anatomy or the structure of a robot depends on the basic components such as the wrist, arm, and body used to build it...
Three methods of programming industrial robots
Establishing a physical relationship between the robot and the equipment or task is the first step in programming a robot. The robot must be...
How automation and robotics transform on-site construction
Any building's construction process includes several stages, ranging from earthworks to structure construction (concreting, frame assembly, and walling) to finishing works. Traditionally, the construction...
7 robotic applications upgrading food packaging processes
Robots are taking food packaging into the future with streamlined, high-efficiency processes that deliver on quality. Robotics is taking on important roles in this...
How close are we to robots that repair roads?
Road repair robots are on the rise in the construction industry, but they still have some key obstacles to overcome. They are at the...
Path Planning Algorithms for robotic systems
Human errors and negligence are the leading causes of vehicle collisions, and autonomous vehicles (AVs) have the potential to drastically reduce them. These autonomous...
Space robotics – Orbital robots and surface robots
Sending robots to space for exploration and other critical missions is cheaper and more efficient than sending human astronauts. Why? Robots can survive in...
Easy access to robotics training for building manufacturing skills
Accessible robotics training will ensure employees build the manufacturing skills they need as technology revolutionizes the industry. Manufacturing companies are grappling with a growing...
How is the energy sector using robots for inspections?
Energy sector infrastructure relies on regular inspections to ensure it continues to provide power to millions, and robots are helping to make that happen....
