The implementation of a collaborative robot with a flexible gripper at Tomenson Machine Works in West Chicago, Ill., is a prime example of how small to mid-sized manufacturers are embracing some of ...

“We all want our own robot to help with housework, chores, and yardwork,” says roboticist, professor and Diligent Droids founder Andrea Thomaz, Ph.D. “So what’s holding us back?” Safety. Today, most ...