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Demo of easier motion planning during the European Robotics Forum (ERF)! 🤖 This prime platform for the latest in robotics innovation within the EU is the perfect location to showcase our newest capabilities.   Aashish Vatsyayan and Eugenio Bernardi presented SAM XL’s new web interface that greatly simplifies motion planning 🦾📍. With just a few clicks, you can load a mesh, plan waypoints and then execute a robot trajectory. The platform allows us to focus on our expertise, while enabling you as a client to easily tailor the solutions to your specific needs, reducing initial costs and overheads for collaboration 💡.   As a TU Delft fieldlab, it is especially rewarding to meet up with the thriving robotics community, with companies displaying innovative products and scientists unveiling pioneering research. The spirit of the ERF aligns perfectly with SAM XL’s mission to bridge the gap between academics and industry🤝.   The presented technologies were developed as part of the NXTGEN Hightech and PeneloPe EU projects. Interested to learn more or collaborate? Check out our website: www.samxl.com   Delft University of Technology, TU Delft Campus   #ERF2024 #RoboticsInnovation #NXTGEN #PeneloPe #CollaborativeInnovation #MotionPlanning #EUResearch #PartnersInInnovation #Engineering #robotics #industry40

Our next #SoftTalk virtual seminar will be given by Amir Ghalamzan from the University of Surrey on 23 May 2024 at 1:00 pm CET. This seminar is organized by SDU Soft Robotics and is open to the public. Zoom: https://lnkd.in/efdH6szr ______________ Soft Tactile Sensing and Robotic Technology for Picking Soft Fruits 🍓 The selective harvesting of soft fruits presents intricate challenges for robotics, requiring advancements in active perception, interactive sensing, and motion planning. This presentation delves into the specific hurdles faced in tactile sensing within agricultural robotics. It addresses constraints such as confined spaces, varied object shapes, cost considerations, and the necessity for softness. Recent breakthroughs in Acoustic Soft Tactile sensor technology are explored, including advancements in both 1-D and 2-D tactile sensors tailored to various robot finger shapes for object manipulation, notably strawberries. Furthermore, a novel robotic system developed for strawberry picking in agricultural fields is showcased, elucidating the complexities involved and the integration of diverse components such as computer vision, motion planning, and control. ______________ More info can be found here: https://lnkd.in/e-d8gEUz The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute Syddansk Universitet - University of Southern Denmark #tactilesensing #softrobotics #agrorobotics

🔊 “Harnessing Human-Centricity in Robotics Solutions for (E)DIHs and SMEs”. Today is the day, don't forget to participate in our #workshop in just a few hours! 🕵♂️ We want to delve deeper into the role of funding mechanisms commonly used in #HorizonEurope projects to distribute funds. The main goal of this workshop is to gather pertinent #BestPractices and lessons learned from several EU-funded projects that can effectively assist #FSTP beneficiaries in aligning with #EC objectives while delivering tangible value to their organizations. In our panel session Francisco Melendez and Antonio M. will present the perspectives of #EndUsers, #TechnologyProviders, and (E)DIHs that have participated in FSTP programs led by the organizers. The workshop's main goal is to refine the definition of challenges, eligibility criteria, and selection processes for future #EU funding opportunities, focusing on ongoing #HumanCentric #robotics projects like TALOS, COROB, and ARISE - advancing industrial HRI, which we will be presenting during the event. Let's take a moment to ponder: ❓ What breakthroughs in robotics are you most looking forward to seeing in the near future? ❓ Are there any specific industries or applications where you believe robotics will make the biggest #impact? 💡 Join us today at 11:40-13:00, and unlock the future of robotics! 🤖 European Digital Innovation Hubs Network FundingBox FIWARE #SME #DIH #EDIH #innovation #network #landscape #ARISE_HRI

What an exciting panel on #robotics in #agriculture. Such a great opportunity to discuss and share insights about #sustainability and #regenerative #Organic as cross cutting themes. What a privilege to join this great panel. See you all next week!

We have seen the use of automation and robotics in agriculture brings cost reductions, productivity improvements, minimized downtime, enhanced capacity utilization, reduced operating risks, and optimized resource utilization. Technologies developed for other industries can be readily applied in agriculture, offering promising solutions. Join us as we host a panel of experts discussing industry challenges, recent technological advancements, and innovative solutions for agriculture.

Working with PCR? Don't miss this upcoming masterclass where experts from Quantabio and Flow Robotics will be discussing the hot topic: Automating PCR! In this 45 minute masterclass, Quantabio and Flow Robotics will demonstrate the effect of automating liquid handling in your PCR workflow and show you how to easily transform your lab from a manual to automated setup. After the masterclass you will: -Know whether it makes sense to automate your lab processes. -Be aware of the advantages and challenges. -Have a deeper insight into working in an automated setup. -Know how to set up a program on the flowbot ONE in no time. SPEAKERS: Subrata Panja, Associate Director of Field Applications at Quantabio Adela Huseinzade, Application Specialist at Flow Robotics 📢WHEN: Wednesday 29th November, 2:00 PM GMT Secure your spot here https://lnkd.in/gCPDXWmE #automation #masterclass #webinar #lifescience #flowbot #flowbotONE Quantabio Flow Robotics Subrata Panja Adela Huseinzade

50 Years Of #Robotics @ Fraunhofer IPA - thank you Dr.-Ing. Werner Kraus & Dr. Birgit Graf for the #invitation and this great #event! More than 500 participants were discussing #whatsnextrobotics - and a special #highlight for me (and furthermore for us United Robotics Group) was also the #keynote: "Future Robotics Trends - a view from California" from Torsten Kroeger (Intrinsic part of Google) With focus topics such as: ✔️robotics activities happening in Silicon valley and surrounding ✔️generative AI / foundation models and the disruption regarding robot perception and programming ✔️immense start-up movement in robotics for logistics & agriculture Other great #voices and #thoughtleaders participating were: Patrick Schwarzkopf (VDMA), Tom Schneider (TRUMPF), Susanne Bieller (International Federation of Robotics ), Timo Gessmann (SCHUNK - Hand in hand for tomorrow) Thomas Bauernhansl, Christoph Hellmann Santos (ROS-Industrial) #servicerobotics #automation #agingsociety #pflegenotstand #socialrobots #newdigitallife

📢 RESEARCH EVENT ALERT! Franka Robotics goes #ICRA2024! We're happy to share that Franka Robotics will be participating in the IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA2024)! 🌟 This year, the event is set to take place from May 13th to 17th in the vibrant city of Yokohama, Japan. Visit our booth IC050, where we'll be showcasing our new research products: Franka AI Companion and Franka Toolbox for MATLAB which are designed to expand the horizons of research possibilities, equipping our users with state-of-the-art tools to catalyze their research projects. As one of the leading events in #research and #robotics, ICRA brings together #researchers, #students, and #industry experts to explore the latest advancements and #trends. We can't wait to join this dynamic platform to showcase our groundbreaking #technologies and connect with fellow #innovators. 🤝 Book a time slot with our robotics experts now! [email protected] Find out more about Franka Robotics tools for AI and robotics research: www.franka.de/research   #ICRA2024 #RoboticsInnovation #ResearchTools #AICompanion #FrankaToolbox #CuttingEdgeTech #InnovationHub #ResearchCommunity #YokohamaConference #RoboticsConference #Japan #FrankaRobotics

🚀 2024 is shaping up to be a landmark year for robotics and nanotechnology, and I'm stoked for it! Think about it – robots not just working for us but doing it with nanotech precision. We're talking about tiny but mighty changes that pack a massive punch in how we solve big problems. Medical nanobots? More resilient robots in our factories? Housekeepers robots? That's just the tip of the iceberg. We're stepping into an era where the lines between science fiction and reality blur – and I'm thrilled to be a part of it! What do you think 2024 will unveil in this awesome tech space? Drop your thoughts! 🤖🔬 #RoboticsRevolution #Nanotech #FutureIsNow #TechInnovation

China is -- for now -- import-dependent for robots, but it is investing heavily in its domestic robotics capabilities. As the digital and AI revolutions unfold, robotics will become increasingly important in ensuring a thriving industrial ecosystem. "How competitive is the United States in the high-stakes field of robotics and automation, and what can the U.S. government do to support a strong, vibrant U.S. robotics industry?" To find out, come to this special event hosted by Information Technology and Innovation Foundation at SCSP's The AI Expo for National Competitiveness on May 7. Be sure to register for the Expo to gain access to this and dozens of other panels, demos, and speakers (registration link in comments). https://lnkd.in/e2dywG4Q Special Competitive Studies Project - SCSP Rob Atkinson Addis Goldman Lauren Comito Brady Helwig Paige Kelly Ariana Orne Tara Rigler