Medical

Data transmission challenges in surgical robots

Data transmission challenges in surgical robots

In the medical device industry, the focus is on innovative surgical robotic systems that revolutionise the precision and efficiency of surgeries. These sophisticated devices require reliable data transmission at tremendous speed and low latencies, as the experts at ODU explain. Special fibre optic connections meet this high demand. The connectors used to implement this data […]

By November 17, 2023 Read More →
Automated labs advance pharmaceutical manufacturing

Automated labs advance pharmaceutical manufacturing

Martin Gadsby, VP at Optimal Industrial Technologies, looks at how to automate analytical laboratories to improve pharmaceutical operations. Taking targeted action, pharmaceutical manufacturers can advance their operations in a way that is rapid, cost-effective and does not need process re-validation. The solution lies in automating off-line testing in analytical laboratories. By doing this, companies can […]

By September 25, 2023 Read More →
Ethical perceptions and acceptance of robot care

Ethical perceptions and acceptance of robot care

The global population of people older than 65 years of age is rapidly increasing the need for care. Although care robots are a promising solution to fill in for caregivers, their social implementation has been slow and unsatisfactory. A team of international researchers has now developed the first universal model that can be employed across […]

By August 29, 2023 Read More →
Fast molecular diagnosis tests at a low cost

Fast molecular diagnosis tests at a low cost

A new near-patient diagnostic testing system which promises to slash the waiting time for results relies on handling gantries and electric axes from Festo for pipetting and dispensing. The recent pandemic taught us that rapid and reliable tests at low cost are key to future prevention and control of transmissible diseases. High throughput testing for […]

By March 14, 2023 Read More →
Fanuc puts hygiene at the fore in automated handling

Fanuc puts hygiene at the fore in automated handling

Fanuc has launched two new ultra-hygienic additions to its SCARA pick-and-place robot range: the cleanroom-standard, pedestal-mounted SR-3iA/C three-axis and SR-6iA/C four-axis robots. Said to be ideal for replacing manual labour in handling tasks, they also boast anti-contamination features, meeting the highest safety and hygiene standards in even the most challenging food, pharma and general manufacturing […]

By March 9, 2023 Read More →
ESD and cleanroom SCARA robots from Omron

ESD and cleanroom SCARA robots from Omron

New i4H SCARA robots from Omron are optimised for ESD and cleanroom environments for example in digital and automotive industries, such as semiconductor manufacturing. Omron says the i4H SCARA robots are the perfect solution for industrial automation applications that require heavy payload handling together with precision and speed. The latest i4H SCARA ESD (electrostatic discharge) […]

By March 8, 2023 Read More →
Automating the UDI laser marking process

Automating the UDI laser marking process

TLM Laser’s Andy Toms looks at combining robotics with the laser marking process to achieve flexibility within a UDI compliance marking environment. In order to comply with UDI regulations, a permanent UDI code must be applied to a wide range of medical devices, surgical instruments, and implants. Laser marking has become the prime technology for […]

By July 18, 2022 Read More →
Robotic exoskeleton in development to assist stroke patients

Robotic exoskeleton in development to assist stroke patients

A team from the Essex Innovation Centre, a strategic partnership between the University of Essex and TWI, is currently working with fellow consortium members Generic Robotics and Castalia Innovation on the NeuRestore project which seeks to aid patients that have suffered a stroke, or other ailment that resulted in loss of mobility, by improving their […]

By January 7, 2022 Read More →
Automation helps revolutionise medical device manufacturing

Automation helps revolutionise medical device manufacturing

The world created by Industry 4.0 technologies is all about flexible and agile just-in-time manufacturing. These technologies allow companies to effectively address market variability and customer demand by supporting a high level of complexity and customisation as well as delivering the right volume of products at all times. The latter being particularly beneficial to medical […]

By November 3, 2021 Read More →
Igus linear robot is key on face mask production line

Igus linear robot is key on face mask production line

The latest in the Igus video of the week series shows how a range of the company’s products are utilised in the production of disposable face masks. Unfortunately, facemasks have become a staple in our lives. So much so, manufacturers have now recognised the benefits of Igus products within this manufacturing sector. The face masks […]

By May 8, 2021 Read More →