OCTOBER - 20196 MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY INSIGHTSWhen picturing robots in an industrial setting, robotic arms are one of the first things that cross one's mind. Recent years have witnessed tremendous improvements in the dexterity and strength of robotic arms while newer breakthroughs will continue to redefine the market. The most prevalent applications of robotic arms include the automotive and metal fabrication industries to lift and position extremely heavy loads as well as entire vehicles safely, allowing assembly and maintenance workers to focus on more specialized tasks. One notable offshoot of robotic arms, known as the "mobile manipulator," combines a robotic arm's raw strength with portability and advanced path-finding. These mobile manipulators can go anywhere an operator needs a helping hand and often require little navigational intervention, thanks to collision detection and map-making features.Another latest trend sees the use of cobots--a portmanteau for "collaborative robots"--becoming widespread. This branch of robotics epitomizes the idea that autonomous machines will supplement rather than outright replace human labor. Today, cobots are becoming increasingly compact and certain enough in their movements, thus moving more freely between areas within factories or even between separate worksites. Earlier, heavy manned trucks were the tool of choice for performing internal deliveries of critical components, which posed various risks to the workers involved. But with the emergence of cobots, such risks and the associated workplace injuries have reduced substantially.As robots continually evolve into more agile and adaptable machines with sensing, perception, and navigation control capabilities, companies must employ robotics solutions that best address the industrial requirements, enhance productivity, and create a safer work environment for humans. In the same vein, we bring you a list of some of the most promising industrial robotics solution providers.Do let us know your thoughts.Cobots and Mobile ManipulatorsEditorialCopyright © 2019 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Contact Us:Phone:510.936.8381Fax:510-894.8405Email:sales@manufacturingtechnologyinsights.comeditor@manufacturingtechnologyinsights.commarketing@manufacturingtechnologyinsights.com October - 15 - 2019, Vol 05 - Issue 19 (ISSN 2644-2493) Published by ValleyMedia, Inc. To subscribe to Manufacturing Technology InsightsVisit www.manufacturingtechnologyinsights.com Editor-in-ChiefLaura DavisEditorial StaffSalesVisualizerJaxon JaseAndrew D'souzaandrew@manufacturingtechnologyinsights.comAva Gracia Peter ThomasRose DcruzAaron PaulTECHNOLOGY INSIGHTSTECHNOLOGY INSIGHTSLaura DavisEditor-in-ChiefManufacturing Technology InsightsWrite to useditor@manufacturingtechnologyinsights.com*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staff
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