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IFR says harnessing AI in robotics can make work better

Robotics Business Review

And in warehousing and logistics — a sector whose growth is outstripping the labor supply, thanks to the explosion of e-commerce and online shopping — AI-enabled robots learn to recognize different objects and know how to pick and pack them at high speed. Editor’s note: This article was syndicated from the IFR’s blog.

Robotics 101
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ProMat 2023 exhibits show what is possible in warehouse automation, motion control

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Motion control advances, robotics help warehousing, distribution centers and logistics in factories, as shown by ProMat 2023 exhibitors. At left vertical warehousing was shown at the North Hall entrance; right, some of the South Hall ProMat 2023 exhibits are shown. Courtesy: Mark T.

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Collaborative robot market has strong long-term future

Control Engineering

The impact of delays to warehousing logistics projects has also resulted in a slower growth rate than expected. In addition, collaborative robots have also seen relatively stable growth in industries such food & beverage and chemicals & pharmaceuticals.