In recent years, the issue of e-waste has become increasingly acute worldwide as the amount of used electronic devices grows at a rapid pace. In this context, companies and organizations are seeking innovative solutions to manage and recycle these wastes efficiently and sustainably. One innovative approach is the use of blockchain technology to monitor the Read more about Innovative approaches to solving e-waste problems[…]
The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on a new Machinery Regulation. It revises the existing Machinery Directive and adapts the rules to address the emerging risks and challenges posed by new technologies to machinery products and ensure these can be operated safely. The Read more about New rules to ensure the safety of machinery and robots[…]
Androids, or robots with humanlike features, are often more appealing to people than those that resemble machines but only up to a certain point. Many people experience an uneasy feeling in response to robots that are nearly lifelike, and yet somehow not quite “right.” The feeling of affinity can plunge into one of repulsion as Read more about Human perception about anthropomorphize an android[…]
Industry Insights The global collaborative robots (co-robots or cobots) market size was valued at USD 112.2 million in 2015 owing to their higher return on investment and low price and are considered to be the major factors for driving the market growth over the forecast period. The low price of co-robots has attracted the small Read more about Global Collaborative Robots Market[…]
China has rapidly become a global leader in automation. From 2018 to 2020, a sales increase between 15 and 20 percent on average per year is possible for industrial robots. Annual sales volume has currently reached the highest level ever recorded for a single country: Within a year, sales in China surged by 27 percent Read more about Robots: China breaks historic records in automation[…]
The traditional Japanese art of origami transforms a simple sheet of paper into complex, three-dimensional shapes through a very specific pattern of folds, creases, and crimps. Folding robots based on that principle have emerged as an exciting new frontier of robotic design, but generally require onboard batteries or a wired connection to a power source, making them Read more about Battery-free folding robots[…]
In its ongoing efforts to advance food and beverage carton recycling, the Carton Council of North America announced today that it has been conducting a pilot program that uses artificial intelligence to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of carton recycling. Through a collaboration led by the Carton Council with two Denverbased companies, AMP Robotics and Read more about PILOT PROGRAM TEACHES ROBOTS HOW TO MAKE CARTON RECYCLING MORE EFFICIENT[…]
EU-wide rules are needed for the fast-evolving field of robotics, e.g. to enforce ethical standards or establish liability for accidents involving driverless cars, say MEPs in a resolution voted on Thursday. MEPs ask the EU Commission to propose rules on robotics and artificial intelligence, in order to fully exploit their economic potential and to guarantee Read more about Robots and artificial intelligence: MEPs call for EU-wide liability rules[…]
Despite plans to invest in machines and artificial intelligence as part of their strategy to boost productivity, many automotive and industrial equipment companies are failing to implement the measures needed to harness these capabilities, according to a new report from Accenture. The report, “Machine dreams: Making the Most of the Connected Industrial Workforce,” is based Read more about Many Manufacturers Not Prepared to Harness Benefits of Digital Technologies Despite Plans to Invest Heavily in AI and Related Technologies, According to Accenture Report[…]
Groundbreaking humanoid robotics startup UBTECH Roboticstoday announced the launch of its new Alpha2 humanoid robot, the first ever designed for practical household service and . WithSmartphone’s ubiquitous and intelligent, interactive apps and features becoming an integral part of our lives, the need for increasingly human-like, responsive technology is growing. But applying intelligence from the Smartphone world to the world Read more about The World’s First Humanoid Robot for the Family[…]
CellRobot allows anyone to build hundreds of different functional robots or toys using robotic cell modules. Just like the cells in our bodies work together to create life and function, CellRobot is made up of individual robotic cells that can be put together to form practical and functional robots. At the core of the robot, Read more about Modular Robots for Futuristic Applications[…]