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The second generation of robotics is now upon us, as end of line and bench robotics are becoming economically accessible, robotic integration within industry is no longer only associated with large scale production and automotive assembly lines. Pick and place single arm, multi-axis robots are more popular than ever as users see both their cost and operational benefits. Capable of working along-side humans they perform the repetitive precision work required, faster and without fault.
This hub is the place to find out more about robotics, whether its kits or design ideas you need, or simply to just discuss more about this technology. Check back for latest updates.
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@DavidLockett I've just been sent the Raspberry Pi Zero adaptor for review. Looks good.
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5 days ago
I just ordered a few of these for my robotics students. Will definitely provide updates. -
1 week ago
@Bonzadog No fake news on @WilliamMarshal1 ! :-) Otherwise click the Follow button at the top of this article. -
1 week ago
Very interesting -- I would love to build a Mars rover.
Can one follow you outside of Twitter....I dislike using Twitter...to much fake news there -
3 months ago
can you please share dimensions of the parts??
January 2, 2020 11:58
Build a ‘real’ Mars rover
Most ‘hobby’ mobile robots on the market are usually of the 2-, 4-, or 6-wheeled variety with no suspension or steering systems. Changes in direction are achieved by varying wheel-speeds – so-called skid or tank steering. Not this one.
December 20, 2019 13:32
University of Southampton team go for gold at Eurobot 2020
Eurobot is a mechatronics competition founded in 1998. The aim is to build autonomous robots which compete against each other in a timed pick and place exercise. This article details the initial stages of an entry into the 2020 competition.
Robot Challenge coming to WNIE Live 2019
With dedicated conferences and exhibition opportunities for the electronics design, manufacturing, embedded software and test and debug industries, WNIE Live really is an unmissable event for anyone involved in electronics.
July 30, 2019 09:38
Working together as equals - Sensor Solutions for Robotics
Sensors help robots make intelligent decisions and give them the ability to sense objects, the environment, or their own position with Robot Vision, Safe Robotics, End-of-Arm Tooling and Position Feedback. Discover the right solutions with SICK.
July 23, 2019 07:17
Mekamon: The gaming robot that can help to shape the future?
At a recent family trip to STEMfest, there was one attraction that truly caught my eye. One product that had equal appeal to not only my 6 and 10-year-old daughters, but also my 9-year-old nephew (not an easy hat-trick to achieve).
July 18, 2019 10:49
The Intelligence of a Swarm
The behaviour of swarms of insects and birds has always fascinated scientists because it appears to demonstrate collective intelligence way beyond that of an individual member. Engineers are now trying to exploit this phenomenon using robots.
June 13, 2019 07:30
RS Sponsored International Robotics Competition Entry
Eurobot is an exciting robotics competition founded in 1998. The objective of the competition is to build autonomous robots to complete numerous tasks on a set course. This article details a student entry into the 2019 edition of Eurobot.
June 10, 2019 07:36
Experiments with Submersibles
In this article I experiment with the design of a submersible camera drone for subsea surveying applications, utilising a mix of 3D printed and cost-effective COTS components to fabricate a basic prototype for a series of light duty missions.
April 26, 2019 08:21
Who’s afraid of Intelligent Machines?
Fictional robots have always been supremely intelligent and physically much stronger than feeble humans. The reality is that yes, they can be made more robust than us, but as intelligent? Nowhere near. So, should we be afraid of them?
AVALON ROV: Meet the world of underwater robotics
Avalon ROV is an underwater robotics team from the University of Sheffield competing in the international underwater robotics competition MATE ROV in the USA in June 2019.
March 13, 2019 09:32
What is project Marsworks and welcome to the team
We are a team of just under 30 engineers from the University of Sheffield and we will be taking part in the European Rover Challenge. This article goes over the basics of what we aim to achieve and who we are as a team.
Lifting off with The Open University
When DesignSpark regular, Dr Bill Marshall, reached out to us with a request to help support the crowdfunding activities of The OU Planetary Robotics Student team we were delighted to be in a position to offer some help.
5 days ago