Stop Spending Millions on Robot Downtime Now
By David Sandiland Quite often, when a robot cell is designed, the method with which the cables and hoses will be managed is something that is considered entirely too late in the process. When...
Category: Robotics
Is virtual reality the future?
Article originally appeared on https://blog.igus.co.uk/is-virtual-reality-the-future/ Virtual reality, often abbreviated as VR, is a topic that has gained much attention alongside artificial intelligence (AI). These technologies are at the forefront of discussions, with opinions divided on...
Educational robots: Enriching students’ education
By Jared Worth New technological advancements and achievements are impacting nearly every aspect of daily life across the globe. One such groundbreaking advancement is the integration of robotics into education, primarily high school and...
RBTX robotics marketplace now available in 18 countries
Powered by igus, RBTX continues to expand international offers, making Low Cost Automation accessible in ten additional countries 16 February 2023 – igus®, the global leader in motion plastics, is expanding its broad range of...
Corrugated tubing vs. triflex® R cable carriers
By Jared Worth All robotic arms need a quality cable management system if they’re to avoid frequent downtime. Corrugated tubing is a popular choice, but there’s a better option that will keep your cables...
Changing airport gangways: igus® e-chains® and smart plastics for the future
By Richard Habering Airports rely on gangways to allow passengers to board and disembark conveniently. If a gangway fails, getting into the connected aircraft is much more difficult. One way to prevent gangway disruptions...
How did the TRX come about and is it THE robotics innovation?
By Marius Glaue One day after the trade show It happened near the beginning of the Hannover Messe, not all that long ago. They say that sometimes the best ideas come from a mix...
Changes in the economy due to the industrial metaverse: More than just hype
By Marco Thull The industrial metaverse is like a digital parallel universe where people from all over the world work together as avatars – faster, more efficiently, and in a more environmentally friendly manner...
How easy is it to design a robot?
One of the most common questions we get asked is, “how easy is it to design a robot?”. Personally, I think people ask the question because they perceive that robots and automation are complicated....
What are the different types of industrial robots?
By Avory Brookins Automating laborious tasks can help save time, increase production and improve the quality of your products. But before giving automation a go, it’s important to know the difference between the industrial...