A growing trend in encoder technology is the integration of additional sensors to add diagnostic functions and handle thermal and/or vibration issues. For example, an encoder mounted on a robot’s arm ...

High accuracy localization is important for mobile robots in a variety of scenarios, including domestic and public places. In this paper, we present a fusion approach for indoor localization of a ...

The inclusion of sensors is imperative to their automation, however, developers need to take care when choosing which sensors to incorporate in the design. As stated previously, sensor type, ...

Novanta discusses the development of the sensors, motors, and actuators necessary for the development of safe humanoids.

Open-loop estimation methods are commonly used in mobile robot applications. Their strength lies in the speed and simplicity of an estimate. However, these methods can sometimes lead to inaccurate or ...

Developing a new automation system is never easy. There were occasional roadblocks along the way, but with perseverance US Digital designed an entirely new system, based on a delta robot, and achieved ...

Background A revolution in collaborative robots (cobots) promises to change how assistive care is delivered to the elderly, how people interact with their work environment and even how surgeons ...