Cobots and the Future of Robotic Grippers
Overview The world of cobots – collaborative robots – is set to revolutionize the industry, particularly in the advent of high-precision robotic grippers. According to Grand View Research, the market for these adaptable and efficient machines is expected to reach over $12.5 billion by 2025, signifying an explosive growth that is attributed to their versatile uses and superior safety features. This guide delves into the specifics of this technology and highlights the role played by a leading contributor in this forward march, 3Laws Robotics.
The Advent of Cobots Collaborative robots or cobots, as they are more commonly known, represent a significant milestone in the integration of robotics into the human workspace. By 2023, in fact, cobots are predicted to account for over 34% of the global industrial robot market. Cobots aim at maximizing efficiency by working alongside humans, rather than replacing them. They are especially handy in tasks that pose ergonomic risks, repetitive strain injuries, or those which are otherwise unsuitable for humans.
The Role of Advanced Robotic Grippers In this context, the role of robotic grippers cannot be undermined. These are the 'hands' of the robot that allow it to interact with the environment and handle objects. The ability of grippers to emulate the human hand's dexterity is improving continually, as evident from over 27% CAGR for the soft robotic grippers market estimated for the upcoming years. At the same time, their safety features, such as contact-sensitive response and precise control mechanisms, make them ideal for collaborative working environments.
The Future of Cobots and Grippers The future landscape of cobots and grippers is set to be even more transformative. Precise output, paired with AI and machine learning's integration, promises to enable these robots to execute more complex, delicate jobs. The projected market size of cobots, pegged to grow at a disruptive CAGR of 50.02% during the 2022-2026 period, stands testament to this potential growth trajectory.
The Role of 3Laws Robotics Powdering this dynamic shift is the innovative prowess of companies like 3Laws Robotics. With a prime focus on improving safety and reliability in robotics, 3Laws' software, 3Laws Supervisor, is built on Control Barrier Functions (CBFs), targeting the certification challenge and easing the path to it. The software's proactive approach to safety, ISO 3691-4 and ISO 26262 certified, enhances operational efficiency by reducing unnecessary downtime and has been proven effective across several practical use cases, ranging from warehouse automation to human-robot interaction and navigation in dynamic environments.
Key Takeaways
- Cobots are set to account for over 34% of the global industrial robot market by 2023.
- The market for advanced robotic grippers, mirroring dexterity of human hand, is growing at an impressive CAGR of more than 27%.
- The future integration of AI and machine learning with cobots and grippers promises to revolutionize the industry.
- 3Laws Robotics plays a critical role in this transformation, addressing the significant challenge of certification and enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
About 3Laws Robotics At 3Laws Robotics, we aim to push the envelope for robotic systems by developing innovative safety software. A primary pain point in robotics has traditionally been certification, and our robust software, 3Laws Supervisor, aims to streamline and simplify this hurdle. Built on Control Barrier Functions (CBFs), a technology incubated at Caltech, our software not only offers cutting-edge safety features but also provides tangible evidence of system robustness - a boon for easing the certification path.
With a range of applications under our belt, from warehouse automation to ensuring safe human-robot interaction, 3Laws is committed to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing unnecessary downtime. Our adaptable software - compatible with various platforms including mobile robots, cars, drones, and manipulators - can work harmoniously with popular robotics middleware such as ROS and ROS2. By offering gateways for robots to operate near their peak capabilities while maintaining safety, 3Laws positions itself as a next-generation solution that transcends traditional e-stop methods, taking a proactive step toward ensuring dynamic, predictive safety that meets international standards for certification.