Industrial Robot: Volume 23 Issue 3
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The international journal of robotics research and applicationTable of contents
Development of partially‐automated disassembly plants for regaining reusable parts
Gerrit Kiesgen, Mike E. Emenako, Frank SlawikRecycling of glass and paper found in household refuse is recognized as environmentally desirable but, as yet, little has been done to facilitate the recycling of hard‐wearing…
Rapid palletizing: simulation in the fast lane
Peter SorentiGives an example of the use of offline 3‐D graphical simulation to assist in program generation for a robot palletizing operation, a technique which is proving increasingly cost…
Robot disassembles explosive devices
L.P. RayDescribes a robotic workcell developed to disassemble explosive components, which could present a hazard to humans taking them apart. The task is staightforward for a person but…
Sturdy tool changer
K. BrillowskiDescribes the development of sturdy tool changes for robots employed in harsh environments such as water and mud, for example in the offshore industry. Various companies offer…
Tool changers, collision and force sensing
Thomas J. PetronisChoosing end‐effectors for robotic applications can be a mind‐boggling task, unless you are familiar with what is available and the appropriate application for each. Presents the…
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0143-991Xe-ISSN:
1758-5791ISSN-L:
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Emerald Publishing LimitedOpen Access:
hybridEditor:
- Dr Dimitrios Chrysostomou