advancements in robotics
The field of robotics has witnessed remarkable advancements, revolutionizing various industries and transforming how we live and work. Robots and cobots are usually equipped with sensors, actuators, and sophisticated algorithms to perceive and interact with their environment. Interface sensors are utilized in designing, testing, and using robotics. Engineers turn to Interface for load cells, torque transducers, multi-axis sensors and instrumentation for testing and to embed into robots for real-time feedback.
Robotics and collaborative robots, often called cobots, have gained significant attention due to their ability to work alongside humans, enhancing productivity, safety, and efficiency in numerous applications. Cobots collaborate with humans in shared workspaces and are designed to work alongside human operators, supporting them in various tasks. These robots are designed to be safe, easy to program, and capable of adapting to dynamic environments.
Whether it’s crafting special transducers to meet your unique needs or creating fully customized sensors, instrumentation, and software systems, we collaborate closely as part of your team to ensure precision and satisfaction.
Interface Products Used in Robot and Cobot Applications
- Load Cells
- Multi-Axis Sensors
- Digital Instrumentation
- Torque Transducers
- Wireless Telemetry Solutions
- Weighcheck Systems
- S-Type Load Cells
- Load Pins
- Load Buttons
- Interface Mini™ Load Cells
- Signal Conditioners
- Instrumentation
Robots and cobots are highly versatile and adaptable to changing production demands, offering enhanced efficiency and agility in manufacturing processes. As the field of robotics progresses, cobots are set to play a significant role in shaping the future of work, creating a harmonious synergy between humans and machines.
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Using Interface load cells and torque transducers in robotics offers several benefits. First, they can help to improve safety by detecting excessive forces or overloads. Second, they can help to optimize performance by providing feedback about the forces being applied by the robot. Third, they can enable more sophisticated control of robotic systems by providing real-time data about the generated forces and torques. Our miniature load cells are commonly used by robotic OEMs to provide control and feedback. Download our brochure to learn more.
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Recap of Precision Machine Building and Automation Webinar
/in Blog /by Jamie GlassInterface’s webinar, Powering Up Precision Machine Building and Automation explores the essential role of sensor technology in today’s industrial landscape. Learn about load cells, torque transducers, multi-axis sensors and instrumenation used testing machines, robotics, IIoT and automation. The recorded event captures key trends, tips, and applications valuable to machine builders, engineers, testing labs, and manufacturers.
The Marvels of Interface Mini Load Cells
/in Blog /by Jamie GlassInterface Mini Load Cells are engineered for use in applications that require a light touch, are lightweight, or require less space. The Interface miniature sensor line offers not just small in physical size load cells and torque transducers, they also have a range to test minimal forces with extremely high accuracy. They are making a big impact in industrial automation, aerospace, automotive and medical device OEM products.
Force Sensors Automate Safety Systems in Industrial Facilities
/in Blog /by Jamie GlassInterface force sensor technologies help modernize industrial facilities by providing valuable data to monitor and improve worker safety. Our load cells, torque transducers, and multi-axis sensors are used for overload protection, quality control systems, lockout and alarm systems, equipment monitoring, robot and cobot safety programs, maintenance alerts, and operator safety guides.
ForceLeaders Summit Houston
/in Trade Show /by Jamie GlassInterface ForceLeaders Summit 2024 in Houston, Texas, happens May 9, 2024. Interface and T&M force measurement solution engineers and experts will share valuable tips and experiences using load cells, torque transducers, multi-axis sensors, and advanced instrumentation. Whether you are lab technician in the oil and gas industry or a product designer of robotics, we’ll have something for you. We’ll highlight sensor solutions for all industries. Register to join the technical conversation. Seating is limited.
Powering Up Precision Machine Building and Automation Webinar
/in Virtual Event /by Jamie GlassInterface’s new webinar explores the world of load cells, torque transducers, multi-axis sensors, wireless technologies, and instrumentation used in machine building and automation. Get engineering tips on the latest advancements in sensor technology, including miniaturization, wireless integration, and the rise of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Join us to explore building smarter, more responsive machines.
Do You Call it a Thru-hole, Donut, or Load Washer?
/in Blog /by Jamie GlassInterface Thru-Hole Load Cells and Torque Transducers have a center-hole design that makes them versatile, accurate, and compact measurement solutions. Sometimes referred to as donuts, washers, or through holes, they offer high-precision measurements, ensuring reliable data collection for quality control and performance monitoring tasks. Their compact size allows space-saving installation even in tight areas, making them ideal for applications with limited footprints, like robotic systems or custom machinery.
Why Choose a Single Point Impact Cell?
/in Blog /by Jamie GlassInterface Single Point Impact Load Cells (SPI) are sensors that accurately measure the impact force or load exerted on a single point. The Interface SPI and MBI are two models for platform scale single point impact load cells used for materials testing, impact testing, product durability testing, and quality control processes. Learn about the design and use cases for SPI load cells.
Year in Review of Top Interface Solutions and Applications
/in Blog /by Jamie GlassInterface is at the forefront of innovative use cases and applications, providing quality devices worldwide to gather precision measurements. Interface unveils the top industry solutions, product use cases and applications that define force measurement in 2023.
Conveyor Belts Use Load Cells to Keep Things Moving
/in Blog /by Jamie GlassInterface force measurement solutions are used for conveyor belt design, testing, monitoring, and maintenance systems. Load cells can monitor the load distribution across belts on a production line, ensuring balanced operation, alignment, and preventing the overloading of individual components. Sensor-enabled conveyors are critical in construction, mining, manufacturing, logistics, maritime, and agriculture heavy equipment, systems, and machinery.
Examining Machine Builder Applications
/in Blog /by Jamie GlassInterface sensor technologies are used in machines that weigh raw materials, test component designs, and build finished products. Machine builders use Interface load cells for tooling, assembly, press operations, automated guides, and cobot applications. Machine builders turn to Interface force measurement solutions that support Industry 4.0 innovations that enable efficiency and machine advancements.