The second version of the RA family with MRAM built in a 22nm process, 1 chip realises motor control and network communication. Renesas Electronics Corporation, a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, has introduced the RA8T2 microcontroller (MCU) group for high-end motor control. Based on a 1 GHz Arm® Cortex®-M85 processor with an optional 250 MHz Arm® Cortex®-M33 processor, the RA8T2 devices deliver an unmatched level of performance to address real-time control of (…)

Pioneering Embodied Intelligence with Real-World Applications, Open-Source Platforms, and Global CollaborationHumanoid robots, widely recognized as one of the most promising carriers of artificial intelligence, are moving rapidly from the lab into everyday life and industry. To accelerate this transition, a large-scale Humanoid Robotics Data Training Center has officially been launched in Beijing, creating an innovative hub that unites core technology R&D, scenario-based application (…)

The UR8 Long combines reach, stability and precision in a rugged, compact, lightweight form, featuring an 8 kg (17.6 lbs) payload. Universal Robots (UR), the world’s leading collaborative robot (cobot) company, introduced a new addition to its portfolio, the  UR8 Long. Showcased for the first time this week at FABTECH in Chicago, the long-reach industrial collaborative robot is designed to tackle the most demanding automation challenges across industries. With the same 1750 mm (68.9 in) (…)

Comau’s MyCo Cobots offer collaborative safety, easy installation and programming, and flexible automation for precise, safe, and ergonomic workflows in any company. Comau announced the worldwide launch of MyCo, its new family of collaborative robots, at Automatica 2025 (June 24-27) in Munich, Germany. The MyCo lineup features six distinct cobot models with payload capacities ranging from 3 kg to 15 kg, specifically designed to meet the growing global demand for versatile, safe and (…)

Yamaha Robotics SMT Section upgrades its YSUP factory software with automated programming, improving accuracy, efficiency, and real-time quality control across its 1 STOP SMART SOLUTION lineup. Yamaha Robotics SMT Section has announced automated programming capabilities in YSUP factory software that streamline program generation for all surface-mount processes, including dispensing, printing, placement, and inspection. With the latest version of the YSUP-PG programming module, users can (…)

Mitsubishi Electric has launched its MELFA RH-10CRH and RH-20CRH SCARA robots, providing manufacturers with greater flexibility in adopting digital manufacturing while addressing skilled workforce shortages. These new robots enhance industrial automation through high-speed operation, easy installation, and exceptional efficiency. Compact and lightweight, they are ideal for manufacturers aiming to boost productivity while navigating space and weight constraints.Image: Left: MELFA RH-20CRH, (…)

A high-caliber jury of experts in robotics has announced the list of nominees for the coveted ROBOTICS AWARD 2025. The award honors companies that are driving pioneering developments in industry with their robot-assisted automation and logistics solutions. This year, three companies have made it onto the shortlist. The winner will be announced on 19 February during the HANNOVER MESSE Press Preview. The jury has selected three companies from among the numerous entries submitted from (…)

Pioneering lightweight robotic arms for a smarter future. RealMan ECO65 Series Robotic Arm RealMan Robotics, a global leader specializing in the development, production and sales of ultra-lightweight humanoid robotic arms, is unveiling its latest robotic arms, joint model and embodied intelligence platforms at Advanced Manufacturing Madrid 2024 in Spain. Highlights from the Exhibition At this year´s event, RealMan is showcasing its ultra-lightweight humanoid robotic arms, including the (…)

Delta, a global leader in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, today announced a major advancement in robotics simulation. Its flagship product, the D-Bot Series Collaborative Robots (cobots), now integrates with NVIDIA Omniverse — a platform of application programming interfaces (APIs), software development kits, and services that enable developers to harness Universal Scene Description (OpenUSD) for physical AI — and NVIDIA Isaac Sim, a reference (…)

Discover KUKA’s new KR SCARA robots and learn about their wide range of applications - from the automotive industry to the pharmaceutical industry. Our SCARA robots (Selective Compliance Assembly Robot Arm) are characterized by special features such as their high speed and repeat accuracy. With the KR SCARA in the now available 20-kg payload class and soon-to-be-released 60-kg payload class, we are further expanding our portfolio of four-axis robots. These latest additions offer an (…)