Automating manufacturing processes is a complex issue. Toward the lower end of the machines’ spectrum is a class of robots called “cobots” designed to work closer with people. A study explains the main three misconceptions about cobots and robots.
Collaborative robots or ‘cobots’ are about to fundamentally transform the way humans work in factories – image courtesy of Deutsche-Messe.presse@messe.de Robots range from insect-like micro-robots to industrial robots powerful enough to move automotive chassis or airplanes. “Collaborative robots” (or cobots) are robots which are designed to share a workspace with human…
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