Jun Zhang, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research interests lie in the intersection of control theory, robotics, ...

Demonstrating and applying control theory has long presented a complex challenge, encompassing a broad range of engineering ...

Automation technology suppliers are integrating robot kinematics directly into PLCs, simplifying programming, reducing costs, ...

Robots are being put through all kinds of abuse these days. They’re being kicked, punched, shoved, and even dragged by a chain around their neck — all in an apparent effort to teach them how to adapt ...

Robots are becoming part of our everyday lives, from health care to home assistance. But for humans to truly trust and ...

A human-centered remote monitoring and control system for industrial robots upgrades remote connectivity and control. Olis Connect provides users with a unique remote ...

Robotics combines computer science, engineering, and technology to design, construct, and utilize machines that are programmed to replicate or substitute human actions and decision-making. These ...

Precision is everything in robotics, says Kia Rahbar, marketing manager for isolated converters at Texas Instruments. His technical article “How advanced current and voltage sensing enable ...