The robotics industry, projected to reach $283 billion by 2032, is rapidly expanding across many sectors.
As robots become integral to various industries, addressing technological challenges is paramount. Here at Techni Measure, we are proud to offer a wide variety of products for the robotics sector, including IMU’s, strain gauges, pressure mapping solutions and much more.
How are our products used in the Robotics Industry?
Inertial Measurement Units (IMU’s)
In robotics, Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) play a crucial role as the robot’s main ‘sense of balance.’ They facilitate navigation, stabilisation, and control without depending entirely on external signals such as GPS. By utilising IMUs, robots can move and engage with their surroundings more accurately and precisely.
Strain Gauges
Strain gauges play a vital role in robotics by delivering real-time feedback on force, torque, and deformation. This capability allows for precise control, improved safety, and effective structural health monitoring. They serve as the fundamental sensing component in the majority of robotic force/torque sensors and load cells.
Vibration Test
In the robotics industry, vibration testing plays a crucial role in ensuring stability, optimising performance, and anticipating maintenance requirements of robotic systems. This process includes simulating real-world conditions during both design and testing phases, as well as continuous monitoring during operation. At Techni Measure, we provide vibration solutions from Dynalabs and Sentek Dynamics.
FlexiForce
Tekscan FlexiForce sensors play a crucial role in robotics by offering tactile sensing and haptic feedback. This enhances a robot’s capability to handle delicate items, sustain balance, and execute intricate tasks with accuracy. Their ultra-thin and flexible design allows for seamless integration into robotic parts, even in confined spaces.
Force Sensors
Force sensors enhance the design of robotics applications by enabling advanced control technology. Force sensors provide a robot with haptic feedback, which allows for better overall performance. This includes verifying grip forces, ensuring proper balance, and providing active feedback to an external source.
Displacement Sensors
Displacement sensors serve as the “sensory organs” of robots, delivering essential real-time feedback on position and movement. This information facilitates accurate control, navigation, and interaction with their surroundings. Notable applications include tracking for robotic arms, automated assembly processes, and medical and surgical robots, among others.
