Beach Life – Robotic System for Boat Hull Sanding

Fabcube Srl has introduced B.O.C.A.S. (Boat Care Automation System) at Porto Turistico di Jesolo, a robotic solution designed for sanding and polishing boat hulls.

The system applies automation to tasks that are traditionally labor-intensive, improving consistency and reducing physical strain on workers. It supports controlled, repeatable surface finishing across a range of hull sizes and shapes.

B.O.C.A.S. is built around a JAKA PRO16 collaborative robot, selected for its outdoor-capable design, precision, and flexibility, enabling reliable operation in marina environments.

Video source: Jaka Robotics

Automated Trailer Unloading by Contoro Robotics

Contoro Robotics provides an autonomous system for unloading trailers, addressing a task that is typically labor-intensive and physically demanding. The solution integrates robotic hardware with AdaptAI software and real-time human oversight to support consistent and safe unloading operations.

The system is designed to handle cartons ranging from 8 to 30 inches and weighing up to 80 lb. It can be deployed in approximately five minutes without specialized tooling and includes integrated safety features for both operators and cargo. Multiple units can be used together to increase throughput.

The OceanTrix Dexterous Robotic Hand R2, manufactured in China, is designed to provide precise control and flexibility for robotic applications.

Specifications:
Control Method: Python / C++
Control Interface: RS-485 / CAN FD / EtherCAT
Degrees of Freedom: 6
Optional Upgrade: Touch sensor

This integrated dexterous hand is suitable for a variety of robotic projects requiring accuracy and adaptability.

Hannibal: A Bionic Prosthetic Arm Focused on Strength and Control

Hannibal is a bionic prosthetic arm engineered to provide improved grip strength and movement accuracy, enabling users to perform a wider range of daily tasks.

Video source: Cure Bionics

SolarCleano L1 for Solar Panel Cleaning

The SolarCleano L1 is designed for cleaning a wide range of solar installations, including rooftop systems, carports, and ground-mounted arrays such as trackers and East-West panel configurations.

The system is operated by a single person and is intended to provide efficient and controlled cleaning performance across different terrains and panel types.

In power electronics, one of the first considerations in designing a DC system is whether to use a regulated or an unregulated DC/DC converter. The choice directly affects voltage stability, accuracy, efficiency, cost, and overall reliability.

Understanding how regulation influences performance in industrial automation, medical instruments, and IoT devices can determine whether a product succeeds in real-world use.

This article outlines the differences between regulated and unregulated DC/DC converters, highlighting where each type excels and where its limitations become apparent.

Learn more: https://www.wevolver.com/article/regulated-vs-unregulated-converters-when-to-choose-which

Renishaw has launched its NC4+ Blue laser tool setter models, which incorporate third-generation technology. The F100 and F100-10C models are designed for tool setting on CNC machine tools and align with Renishaw’s ongoing development of metrology solutions for precision manufacturing.

Video source: Renishaw

Falconry-Inspired Palm Landing for Flapping-Wing Drones Using Gesture Interaction and Distance-Aware Flight Planning

This study presents a falconry-inspired interaction system that enables a flapping-wing drone to safely land on a human hand using gesture-based interaction and distance-aware motion planning. The approach accounts for physical and psychological safety factors such as distance, altitude, approach direction, and velocity. Experimental results using a commercial flapping-wing platform demonstrate safe and smooth palm-landing interactions.

Video source: DRAGON Lab

Levity™: Support-Free 3D Printing Using Suspension Gel

Levity™ is a 3D printing system that enables support-free fabrication by printing directly into a reusable suspension gel, with post-processing completed through water rinsing. The system is designed to reduce material waste and support the production of complex geometries.

The platform is powered by Veer™, proprietary software that uses non-planar, form-first toolpathing. This approach allows users to adjust properties such as thickness, hardness, color, and local fit within a single workflow.

Video source: RLP, Rapid Liquid Print

KEENMOW K1: Autonomous Robotic Lawn Mower

The KEENMOW K1 is a robotic lawn mower developed by KEENON Robotics that uses a 3D LiDAR–vision system for navigation. The system operates without perimeter wires or RTK base stations, enabling autonomous lawn maintenance with minimal manual setup.

Designed as a next-generation robotic mower, the KEENMOW K1 focuses on automated operation for residential and commercial lawn care applications.

Human-centric robotics can enhance physical work across multiple industries. German Bionic’s AI-driven exoskeletons, including the Exia model, are designed to support workers in logistics, manufacturing, construction, and healthcare.

These systems provide assistance for lifting, lowering, prolonged bent-over tasks, and walking, helping reduce physical strain and lower the risk of injury. The focus is on improving workplace safety and sustainability by augmenting human capability rather than replacing it.

What does a robot actually see when it loads a truck?

Not a single image, but a continuously updated world model built from vision, depth, and motion data. This model lets the robot reason about geometry, constraints, and contact in real time—enabling reliable manipulation in complex, unstructured loading environments.

Video source: Dexterity, Inc.

AEON, developed by Hexagon’s Robotics Division, is designed to address practical industrial requirements, including labor constraints and operational efficiency. The system integrates Hexagon’s sensor technologies with mobile locomotion, AI-based mission planning, and spatial mapping capabilities.

This combination enables AEON to support a range of industrial tasks such as manipulation, asset inspection, reality capture, and operator assistance. The platform is intended to improve safety and support increased levels of autonomy across sectors including automotive, aerospace, transportation, manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics.

The Cavorite X7 prototype is capable of vertical takeoff and transition to fixed-wing flight through its HOVR wing configuration. After takeoff, the aircraft reconfigures to operate as a conventional airplane, enabling higher cruise speeds, extended range, and increased payload capacity compared to traditional rotor-based VTOL designs.

The aircraft uses a fan-in-wing architecture intended to combine vertical lift capability with fixed-wing flight efficiency. Fourteen lift fans embedded within the wings provide thrust for vertical takeoff and landing. Once sufficient altitude and airspeed are achieved, the lift fans are covered by sliding panels, allowing the aircraft to operate in conventional forward flight.

For landing, the X7 can operate from a standard runway or deploy the lift fans for vertical landing on a helipad or similarly sized confined area.

Video source: Horizon Aircraft

The Agricultural Technology Report, published in partnership with Nordic Semiconductor and Mouser Electronics, explores how modern farming is being reshaped by the convergence of automation, sensing, AI, biotechnology, and renewable energy. From autonomous machinery addressing labor shortages to connected sensors turning fields into real-time data environments, the report shows how technology enables smarter decision-making. It also highlights how genetic innovation and sustainable energy systems are becoming essential tools for climate adaptation and resource efficiency.

Get it here: https://wevlv.co/agtech2026-grps

The SmartFlower is a solar energy system characterized by a distinct mechanical design that integrates photovoltaic generation with sun-tracking capability. As solar adoption continues to expand, the system represents an alternative approach to fixed-panel installations by emphasizing optimized energy capture through continuous orientation toward the sun.

The design enables higher energy yield compared to static photovoltaic systems and may be suitable for applications that combine on-site power generation with public-facing sustainability or educational initiatives.

Video source: SmartFlower Solar

DOBOT CRAF Series – Force-Controlled Precision Automation

The DOBOT CRAF Series extends the CRA Series by integrating a high-precision six-axis force sensor. This addition enables more controlled force feedback and improved positional accuracy, making the system well suited for applications that require precise or delicate interaction with objects and surfaces.

Video source: Dobot Robotics

Linkerbot L20 High-DOF Robotic Dexterous Hand

The Linkerbot L20 is a 21-degree-of-freedom robotic dexterous hand designed for advanced manipulation tasks in research and industrial applications. It provides high positional accuracy, force control, and repeatability, supporting operation in complex and unstructured environments.