Does anyone doubt that it really is just a matter of time before human assembly line workers are a thing of the past? And automakers are doing their best to gain a competitive edge by roboticizing their manufacturing plants. Here’s a glimpse of some of the robots that have recently stepped onto the assembly line floor.
When Ford’s 2013 Escape hits the road later this year, it’s a safe bet that no one will notice just how precisely it’s parts are put together, compared to past models. The improved assemblage is due to a group of robots which use lasers and cameras to fit windshields, door panels, and fenders together more closely. When installing a windshield, a robot deposits adhesive evenly around the glass border, then uses a suction cup to move and secure it. Gaps between pieces are smaller, which makes for a more aerodynamic and quieter ride due to decreased wind noise.
via Singularity Hub
May 4, 2012
featured blogs
Apr 25, 2024
Cadence's seven -year partnership with'¯ Team4Tech '¯has given our employees unique opportunities to harness the power of technology and engage in a three -month philanthropic project to improve the livelihood of communities in need. In Fall 2023, this partnership allowed C...
Apr 24, 2024
Learn about maskless electron beam lithography and see how Multibeam's industry-first e-beam semiconductor lithography system leverages Synopsys software.The post Synopsys and Multibeam Accelerate Innovation with First Production-Ready E-Beam Lithography System appeared fir...
Apr 18, 2024
Are you ready for a revolution in robotic technology (as opposed to a robotic revolution, of course)?...