Posts

Iván Hernández Dalas: Tesollo commercializes its lightweight, compact robotic hand for humanoids

Image
On the left, the DG-5F-S 20-DoF model, and on the right, the 15-DoF model. | Source: Tesollo Tesollo Inc. today said it is officially commercializing its compact and lightweight humanoid robotic hand, the DG-5F-S. The company developed this updated model based on its dedicated gripper actuator technology. While maintaining the core structure and manipulation performance of the company’s flagship DG-5F-M, Tesollo redesigned the DG-5F-S with a strong focus on miniaturization and weight reduction. Through this redesign, the company has expanded the range of applications by enabling more flexible responses to the mounting requirements and system configurations. A wide variety of humanoid robot platforms helped to drive these changes, Tesollo said. Founded in 2019, Tesollo said its name is a combination of “technology” and “sole,” representing its commitment to opening new horizons in the robotic automation market. The Incheon, South Korea-based company originally debuted the DG-5F-S...
Read more

Iván Hernández Dalas: Fictiv and MISUMI report on the state of manufacturing, supply chain digitalization

Image
Simpler design and more use of AI for management can boost manufacturing, said survey respondents. Source: MISUMI Americas Artificial intelligence and digitalization are transforming global industry in response to persistent volatility, according to a the “11th Annual State of Manufacturing & Supply Chain Report” by Fictiv and MISUMI Global. The companies surveyed more than 300 senior supply chain and manufacturing leaders. “Global manufacturing has entered a new phase, where quality, compliance, and transparency are non-negotiable,” stated Ryusei Ono, representative director and president of MISUMI. “This research reflects what we see across our customer base: a growing expectation for consistent performance at scale amid increasing regional, regulatory, and technological complexity.” Fictiv said businesses use its manufacturing centers in India, Mexico, China, and the U.S. to access high-quality production, optimize logistics, and mitigate supply chain risk. The San Francisc...
Read more

Iván Hernández Dalas: Integrated motion control enables sophisticated robot motion

Image
Motion control is enabling new levels of robotic precision. Source: Adobe Stock Garnering much attention these days are industrial robots and their integration of motion components and incorporation into workcells with other motion-based automated equipment. Such robotic workcells also feature conveyors, vision systems, and machines to automate specific tasks. So, what makes a motion system a robot or machine? In other words, what’s the distinction between motion systems used in automated machinery and that taking the form of robots? The latter are capable of automatically executing complex and programmable (and especially reconfigurable) movement sequences. This definition is admittedly quite vague, and even the ISO 8373 definition could describe machines not usually considered robots. It says a robot is an “automatically controlled multipurpose manipulator” reprogrammable in three or more axes. This igus setup features AI-powered machine vision. In contrast with robot...
Read more

Iván Hernández Dalas: Visual drone detection moves into critical infrastructure playbooks

Image
Concern about drone defense is growing. Image was created using OpenAI’s ChatGPT. As unauthorized drone activity around critical infrastructure becomes increasingly common, trusted authorities and regulatory bodies are advising facility operators to update existing safety systems and explore specialized anti-drone security measures. Critical infrastructure like energy grids, oil and gas pipelines and transit stations have long stood as primary targets for physical and cybersecurity attacks, but as global socioeconomic tensions rise, the frequency and sophistication of attacks against critical sites are increasing. Amidst a 30% rise in cyber-attacks , many of which are designed to impact or disable physical Operational Technology (OT) systems, government agencies and trusted authorities around the world are publishing updated guidance intended to help operators address novel threats. One such example published by the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in...
Read more

Iván Hernández Dalas: Ghost Robotics: Innovating for safety

Image
The Robot Report Podcast · Ghost Robotics: Innovating for Safety In Episode 232 of The Robot Report Podcast, Gavin Kenneally, co-founder and CEO of Ghost Robotics, discusses the journey of his company, from its inception to becoming a leader in legged robotics. Kevin Kenneally, CEO and cofounder, Ghost Robotics. | Credit: Ghost Robotics He highlights the unique challenges and advantages of legged robots compared with their wheeled counterparts, emphasizing their ability to navigate difficult terrains. In 2014, Kenneally and Avik De founded Ghost Robotics after successfully developing multiple direct-drive robots, like Minitaur. Gavin originally held the role of chief technology officer when Jiren Parikh joined the company as CEO. The company launched the Vision 60 in 2020, while the team grew to 10 employees. Ghost Robotics also deployed the first base security robot at Tyndall AFB. In the past year, the company has grown to 60+ employees, delivered enhancements to the V...
Read more

Iván Hernández Dalas: NORD releases digital twin simulation platform for robotics developers

Image
With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD promises quicker availability of systems, even those with complex drives. | Source: NORD Drivesystems NORD Drivesystems has announced that it now offers digital twins for system development. Based on a myNORD configuration, users can request individually created drive systems as simulation models. The company said this allows engineers to verify whether the drive concept is suitable for a system early in the planning phase. Virtual commissioning can significantly reduce project time, even for complex systems, it claimed. Since the publication of the functional mock-up interface (FMI) technical standard in 2010, it has become more and more common to work with simulation models in system planning. NORD Drivesystems also uses data-based simulations to develop its components and drive solutions. The system provider is now using this know-how to help its customers achieve greater efficiency and availability of its drive systems, ev...
Read more

Iván Hernández Dalas: Amazon Robotics shuts down Blue Jay sortation project

Image
Blue Jay was designed to pick, stow, and consolidate about 75% of all items stored at Amazon’s sites. | Source: Amazon Amazon.com Inc. this week said it is shutting down its Blue Jay robotics project after only six months. The Blue Jay project was  unveiled in October 2025 . At the time, Amazon described it as a  sortation  system capable of picking, stowing, and consolidating tasks simultaneously. The Seattle-based  company  said the technology would effectively collapse three assembly lines into one, creating greater efficiency in less space while supporting front-line employees. Amazon has reassigned many employees working on Blue Jay to other  fulfillment  initiatives,  according to   Business Insider . Amazon invests in multiple moonshots besides Blue Jay Amazon has invested in multiple “moonshot” projects over the years, and Blue Jay was one example of such a project. The company is getting faster at its innovation process, ...
Read more