Aerospace

Robotics key to automated aeroplane assembly

Robotics key to automated aeroplane assembly

KUKA has devised a flexible robotic solution for performing a variety of drilling and fastening tasks on the upper and lower wing covers of a lateral wing box demonstration unit being built at the Airbus facility in Filton. The wing box is due to be delivered to Toulouse this summer where it will undergo a series […]

By September 3, 2010 Read More →
Robots make early impact on MASS agreement at BAE Systems

Robots make early impact on MASS agreement at BAE Systems

A recently commissioned manufacturing facility for the machining of 105mm artillery shells has made an early impact on the aims of the MASS contractual partnership between BAE Systems and the UK MoD.  MASS (Munitions Acquisition – the Supply Solution) –aims to deliver increased supplies of ammunition to front line troops by modernising and ensuring sustainability […]

By May 25, 2010 Read More →
Robots show how to boost aero assembly operations

Robots show how to boost aero assembly operations

KUKA is playing a key role in the development of an innovative automated system for assembling complex aircraft structures in collaboration with Europe’s leading airplane manufacturer. The automation specialist has devised a flexible robotic solution for performing a variety of drilling and fastening tasks on the upper and lower wing covers of a lateral wing box […]

By May 5, 2010 Read More →