Five Key Trends for Tomorrow’s Industrial Robots

The use of industrial robots is expected to grow in the coming years according to the World Robotics Report 2021 by the International Federation of Robotics. Here is a list of industrial robots trends to keep an eye on. 

Faster Data Transmission in Industrial Robots

The innovation and advancement of the manufacturing industry relies heavily on the ability to translate data into insights. Because of this, high-speed data transmission is vital to upgrading data-reading capabilities. Wireless transmission isn’t super reliable, so manufacturers have turned to single cable-wired data transmission. Wired transmission in robotics provides the secure, real-time communication industrial robots need to act instantly on the assembly line. Further down the line, there will be applications that require wired and wireless communication.

Miniaturization

Minimizing components and maximizing capabilities has resulted in significant innovations and efficiencies in industrial manufacturing. The mobilization of industrial robots has increased the importance and need for miniaturization in the design of all components of industrial robots.

Modular, Mobile Connectivity

Manufacturing will soon shift from linear assembly lines to modular workstations and production zones. Soon robots will be able to pivot between workstations. Interconnection between machines is possible but relies on a dependable form of real-time communication. Because the modular system is designed to be flexible, the communication and connectivity must match that flexibility. Modular connectors are designed for secure and reliable connections, many offering locking systems that prevent accidental unplugging and mismatching. These designs increase flexibility tremendously.

Rugged, Robust Connectivity

On the production floor, many complex processes are occurring. One disconnection can halt production, making it always important to implement rugged and robust connectivity solutions. Along with the need for these solutions comes the need for dependable data connectivity. As the quantity of data increases, manufacturers need connections that can handle the load.

Single-Pair Ethernet (SPE)

Single-pair ethernet is vital to manufacturers that value efficiency. SPE requires just a single cable, reducing costs, saving space and increasing flexibility and reliability. 

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