Advancements in Automatica 2025: Increased Interest in AI Minds for Practical Application
In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial automation, companies like Stäubli and German startup Robominds are leading the charge in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to address the growing demand for flexible automation.
## Robominds and Stäubli Collaboration
The collaboration between Robominds and Stäubli is set to redefine AI-supported robotics, with the goal of enhancing the capabilities of industrial robots for improved efficiency and adaptability in manufacturing processes [1][2].
## Benefits of AI Robotics
The integration of AI in robotics offers numerous benefits. Firstly, AI allows robots to learn from their environment and adapt to new tasks, making them more versatile and suitable for diverse production needs. Secondly, AI can optimize production workflows by predicting and preventing potential bottlenecks or errors, thereby reducing downtime and improving overall productivity. Lastly, AI can analyze data from the production line in real-time, providing insights that help in making informed decisions and improving operational quality.
## Industry Impact
The impact of this collaboration is far-reaching, particularly in the automotive industry, where AI-enhanced robotics are setting new benchmarks by optimizing production processes, minimizing downtime, and improving flexibility in production lines [1]. Additionally, AI allows for more efficient customization and personalization, catering to the demand for customized products.
## Live Demonstrations at Automatica
The main attraction at this year's Automatica, a leading trade fair for automation and mechatronics, was a live demo of a Paket handling robot from robominds, equipped with the robobrain®. This robot, capable of achieving a constant 2,000 picks per hour in a speed picking showcase, demonstrated its ability to recognize different packages, pick them accurately, and sort them onto conveyor systems [3].
Moreover, the robominds stand offered a live demonstration of the adaptability of the robobrain®, where visitors could place any object and watch a gripper immediately place it in a box [4].
## Industry Response
Tobias Rietzler, CEO of robominds, stated that users in the industry are seeking innovative AI solutions to manage unstructured processes [5]. The response to the collaboration between Robominds and Stäubli has been overwhelming, with the robominds stand welcoming more trade visitors than ever before at this year's Automatica.
With an expected 47,500 visitors this year, the Automatica is expected to break records [6]. The success of this collaboration underscores the growing demand for flexible automation in industries and the potential for AI robotics to open up new application areas, particularly for small batch sizes with high variety.
Sources: [1] https://www.robominds.de/en/news/ai-supported-solutions-now-available-for-the-smallest-batch-sizes/ [2] https://www.robominds.de/en/news/ai-supported-solutions-now-available-for-the-smallest-batch-sizes/ [3] https://www.robominds.de/en/news/ai-supported-solutions-now-available-for-the-smallest-batch-sizes/ [4] https://www.robominds.de/en/news/ai-supported-solutions-now-available-for-the-smallest-batch-sizes/ [5] https://www.robominds.de/en/news/ai-supported-solutions-now-available-for-the-smallest-batch-sizes/ [6] https://www.automatica-muenchen.com/en/home/
- The collaboration between Robominds and Stäubli, utilizing artificial intelligence (AI), aims to revolutionize AI-supported robotics, ultimately enhancing the efficiency and adaptability of industrial robots.
- Leveraging AI, robots in manufacturing processes can learn from their environment and adapt to new tasks, thereby showcasing the Technology's potential to facilitate diverse production needs and optimize workflows.
