Manufacturing technology, industrial IoT, automation, and materials science.
Industrial Automation
Robotic and automated systems for industrial production processes
The field
At a glance
Definition
Robotic and automated systems for industrial production processes
Technologies
AI-powered robotic manipulation handles variable objects without explicit programming. Machine vision enables robots to perceive and adapt to their environment. PLC and SCADA integration connects new automation with legacy control systems. Simulation and digital twins test automation before physical deployment. Collaborative robot safety systems enable human-machine coworking.
Applications
AI-powered pick-and-place handles variable products in fulfillment centers. Welding robots adapt to part variation in real time. Collaborative robots assist human workers with heavy lifting and repetitive tasks. Autonomous mobile robots transport materials between workstations.
Market and funding
Industrial automation encompasses robots, control systems, and AI-powered platforms that automate manufacturing and logistics processes. With 2 funders. AI is enabling robots to handle unstructured tasks that traditional automation cannot.
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