Industrial Robot: Volume 15 Issue 3
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The international journal of robotics research and applicationCategory:
Mechanical and Materials EngineeringTable Of Contents
Difficulties of developing autonomous mobile robots
The Technology Applications Group is developing low‐cost mobile robots. Simon Smith, senior partner at TAG, details developments so far.
Crocus blossoms in the robot component field
A philosophy of meeting practical needs rather than displaying impressive but unnecessary technology has paid off for Crocus. Brian Rooks reports.
Customised cutting leaves automotive options open
Robomatix Laserobot systems have altered the concept of customisation at VW and Ford, cutting only the required openings as late as possible in production.
Daewoo leads Korea into robot production
John HartleyArc and spot welding are the main uses for robots in Korea, as Daewoo builds up experience.
A fast, accurate package for generating robot codes
Colin DaillyCambridge Consultants has developed an improved approach to programming robots off‐line
Testing technologies for large‐scale welding jobs
MTS Systems Corporation in Minneapolis has developed a Laser Articulating Robotic System for work on the application of sensors to real‐time control.
Robotic cell improves heavy workpiece welding
Marthill Engineering of Lancashire installed a £150,000 robotic welding cell two years ago which has resulted in productivity improvements of 300–400%.
Direct‐drive robot motors find some new uses
John HartleyApplications for the high‐torque motors developed for direct‐drive robots have widened, despite the robots' slow take‐up.
Renault's robot opens up new opportunities
A novel laser‐cutting robot is being used to customise Renault cars at the company's Sandouville plant. Anna Kochan reports from France.
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0143-991xOnline date, start – end:
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Emerald Publishing LimitedOpen access:
hybridEditor:
- Dr Clive Loughlin