AI Capabilities Expand in Robots – And More Robot AdvancementsAI Capabilities Expand in Robots – And More Robot Advancements

In a wide range of robot developments, we’re looking at the transformative power of artificial intelligence and more.

Rob Spiegel

March 29, 2024

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At a Glance

  • AI finds purchase in multiple robotic applications.
  • It's getting easier to direct mobile robot fleets.
  • Even the ancient world or robot welding is advancing.

Robots are getting smarter. Advancements in robot technology are helping users deploy automation solutions without the need for original programming. It’s a handy development in a world where manufacturers are hard pressed to find skilled workers. We’re also seeing new workcell digitalization for robot-driven manufacturing.

Advances in Mobile Robots

Among mobile robot advances, first-time robot users can now easily program and operate entire fleets of mobile robots. We’re also seeing new mobile robot conveyancing technology.

New Tech on Old Manufacturing

In the age-old world of welding technology, we’re seeing intelligent manufacturing solutions that make the welding process more efficient.

We’re also seeing the emergence of multi-axis force torque sensors for robotics applications, and we’re checking out a new robotic dispensing machine as well as tools that seamlessly combine cobots with end-of-arm tools.

And just for the fun of it, here's another great video from Boston Dynamics:

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About the Author

Rob Spiegel

Rob Spiegel serves as a senior editor for Design News. He started with Design News in 2002 as a freelancer covering sustainability issues, including the transistion in electronic components to RoHS compliance. Rob was hired by Design News as senior editor in 2011 to cover automation, manufacturing, 3D printing, robotics, AI, and more.

Prior to his work with Design News, Rob worked as a senior editor for Electronic News and Ecommerce Business. He served as contributing editolr to Automation World for eight years, and he has contributed to Supply Chain Management Review, Logistics Management, Ecommerce Times, and many other trade publications. He is the author of six books on small business and internet commerce, inclluding Net Strategy: Charting the Digital Course for Your Company's Growth.

He has been published in magazines that range from Rolling Stone to True Confessions.

Rob has won a number of awards for his technolloghy coverage, including a Maggy Award for a Design News article on the Jeep Cherokee hacking, and a Launch Team award for Ecommerce Business. Rob has also won awards for his leadership postions in the American Marketing Association and SouthWest Writers.

Before covering technology, Rob spent 10 years as publisher and owner of Chile Pepper Magazine, a national consumer food publication. He has published hundreds of poems and scores of short stories in national publications.

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