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The Cobot Experience: Lionel P Robert Jr. & The Risks and Rewards of Human-Robot Interaction

The University of Michigan's Lionel P Robert Jr. talks human-robot interaction, anthropomorphism, the importance of education and the potential for cobot designs to reduce anxiety about widespread automation. 

Emmet Cole
By Emmet Cole
on Jun 15, 2019 in Collaborative Robots. 7 min read time
The Cobot Experience: Lionel P Robert Jr. & The Risks and Rewards of Human-Robot Interaction

The University of Michigan's Lionel P Robert Jr. talks human-robot interaction, anthropomorphism, the importance of education...

Emmet Cole
By Emmet Cole
on Jun 15, 2019
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9 of the Dullest, Dirtiest & Most Danger-Loving Robots!

In appreciation of all the boredom, ill health and danger that robots have spared us, come celebrate 9 of the dullest,...

Emmet Cole
By Emmet Cole
on Jun 13, 2019
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Why People Believe Cobots Can't Do Finishing Tasks

Collaborative robots are great for a huge range of tasks… including finishing (e.g. sanding, polishing). But, some people...

Alex Owen-Hill
By Alex Owen-Hill
on Jun 06, 2019
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Why a Vacuum Gripper Can Improve Your Packing Tasks

Packing tasks can be challenging for some robot grippers, especially with delicate or strangely shaped objects. Here's why...

Alex Owen-Hill
By Alex Owen-Hill
on May 30, 2019
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The Simple Guide to Picking the Right Robot Vacuum Gripper

Choosing a vacuum gripper can be tricky. There are a ton of vacuum grippers on the market and picking the right one involves...

Alex Owen-Hill
By Alex Owen-Hill
on May 23, 2019
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10 Fundamental Factors for Superb Sanding and Polishing

How can you ensure that your robot finishing application will be a success? Here are some fundamental factors which will...

Alex Owen-Hill
By Alex Owen-Hill
on May 15, 2019
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Fusion OEM Doubles Production Capacity in CNC Machining Operations

Fusion OEM specializes in part machining for customers in the midwestern USA. This high-mix, low-volume factory operates 14...

David Maltais
By David Maltais
on May 09, 2019
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What's New In Robotics?  03.05.2019

Good morning. In this week's news mix: Universal Robots to expand operations in China & Taiwan, a new recycling cobot is...

Emmet Cole
By Emmet Cole
on May 03, 2019
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The 3 Ways to Automate a Sanding Task

What's the best way to automate a sanding task? Material removal is vital for many manufacturing processes, but it take a lot...

Alex Owen-Hill
By Alex Owen-Hill
on Apr 30, 2019
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