Industry Robots

What happens when artificial intelligence moves into your home, drives your car, and starts making your decisions? Wall Street Journal senior tech columnist Joanna Stern surrendered her life to artificial intelligence for one year. The results are both hilarious and alarming. We’ve all heard...

The book cover features a captivating image of a futuristic robot, standing tall and sleek against a backdrop of a technologically advanced cityscape. The robot's design showcases the cutting-edge advancements in robotics, with its intricate metallic structure and glowing sensors. The title, "The Robotic Revolution," is displayed prominently in bold, modern typography, emphasizing the central theme of the book. The subtitle, "From Innovation to Integration: How Robots are Transforming Industries and Society," reinforces the book's focus on the multifaceted impact of robotics on various ...

Step into the next generation of industrial automation with Conquer the FANUC Certified Robot Technician Exam. This comprehensive guide takes you from the foundations of robot mechanics and motion control to advanced topics in vision systems, communication protocols, and digital integration. Each chapter blends clarity with precision, walking you through setup, calibration, programming logic, fault recovery, and preventive maintenance — all with a focus on real-world application. You’ll gain mastery in system configuration, network communication, and data management while developing the...

Conquer the Omron Mobile Robot Programming and Fleet Management Exam gives you more than a feature tour of autonomous mobile robots. It offers a practical, end-to-end view of how Omron AMRs fit into real facilities, from the first pilot route through stable daily operations. You learn how navigation maps, stations, jobs, and fleet rules come together to move material safely and predictably in warehouses, factories, and logistics centers. This guide walks through the full lifecycle of deployment. It explains how to read and refine navigation maps, design ergonomic stations, and structure job...

Conquer the ABB Robot Operations Exams is a complete and structured guide for mastering industrial robot operation across multiple ABB applications. Designed for operators and entry-level technicians, this study guide provides clear coverage of FlexPendant controls, manual and automatic modes, and fundamental safety practices for material handling, welding, laser cutting, and painting systems. Readers gain a practical understanding of motion control, event messages, I/O configuration, and diagnostic techniques through concise, paragraph-based explanations ideal for both study and review. ...

Conquer FANUC Robotics Certification: Guide to Robot Operation, Programming, Vision, Safety, and Automation Across All FANUC Platforms is the ultimate all-in-one reference for students, technicians, and professionals seeking mastery of FANUC’s global robotics ecosystem. This comprehensive guide unites material from five specialized certification pathways—Robot Operator, Collaborative Robot Operator, Applied Robot Operator, Certified Robot Technician, and Applied Robot Technician—into one resource. Written in an audiobook-friendly narrative, it covers every aspect of FANUC robotics: ...

Step confidently into the world of collaborative robotics with this comprehensive guide for the FANUC Collaborative Robot Operator certification. Designed around the FANUC CRX platform, this study guide blends practical control skills with a deep understanding of modern automation principles. Learn how to set up, program, and maintain collaborative robot systems using intuitive tablet interfaces and Dual Check Safety controls. Each chapter builds mastery through clear explanations of motion, vision, and communication functions — from powering up safely to performing advanced tasks such as...

A true story of innovation that “reads like a movie” (Seth Godin), centered on a scrappy team of engineers—far from the Silicon Valley limelight—and their quest to revolutionize the traditional trade of masonry by building a robot that can lay bricks. Humans have landed men on the moon...

"Polyfunctional Robots 2030: The Future of Intelligent Automation and AI" offers a comprehensive exploration of the transformative potential of polyfunctional robots as we approach the year 2030. These advanced machines, no longer limited to singular functions, are poised to revolutionize diverse sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, defense, personal assistance, and even space exploration. The book delves into how advancements in AI, machine learning, and adaptive intelligence are equipping these robots with multi-purpose capabilities, enabling them to seamlessly ...

Conquer the Omron ACE4 Programming Exam is your focused guide to understanding, configuring, and programming Omron industrial robots with ACE Version 4.You get a clear, structured walkthrough of the concepts that matter most in real production cells: project setup, controller structure, and the relationships between robots, controllers, I/O, and devices. You explore how to organize ACE4 projects, define coordinate systems, configure motion types, and manage digital and analog I/O in a way that keeps cells both flexible and understandable. You see how interlocks, safety signals, and startup ...

Programming a Kawasaki industrial robot requires a calm understanding of how the controller interprets motion, safety conditions, coordinate systems, external signals, and the structure of every program line. This guide provides a clear foundation for operators moving into full programming responsibilities on E-series and F-series controllers. Each chapter explains core concepts in short, steady paragraphs that support confident learning for both new and experienced users. Readers are introduced to program structure, block step logic, point creation, position editing, interpolation behavior...

Conquer the Yaskawa DX100 Certification: Study Guide for Programming, Ladder Logic, and Motion Coordination provides a complete and structured exploration of Yaskawa’s legacy controller platform. Designed for advanced learners and professionals, this guide covers every aspect of DX100 operation—from power-up and controller architecture to programming, safety integration, and system optimization. Readers gain a deep understanding of job structure, coordinate frames, servo motion, arc welding control, and integrated ladder logic functions. Each chapter focuses on clear, concise ...

New York Times bestselling author Dan Lyons exposes how the "new oligarchs" of Silicon Valley have turned technology into a tool for oppressing workers in this "passionate" (Kirkus) and "darkly funny" (Publishers Weekly) examination of workplace culture. At a time of soaring corporate profits...

Robots aren’t coming—they’re already here, quietly stacking cars, sweeping kitchens, delivering packages, and assisting surgeons. Robots Among Us strips away the shiny hype and shows, in plain language and sharp examples, how real robots work (sensors, motors, software), what tasks they actually do well, where they fail, and why those limits matter for jobs, safety, and daily life. You’ll get clear, classroom-ready explanations and no-nonsense reality checks—factory arms vs. Roombas, teleoperated surgery, warehouse fleets, and the privacy trade-offs in smart homes. Read this to ...

Step into the future of advanced manufacturing with a clear, steady guide designed for the modern technician. Conquer the AI-Enhanced Manufacturing Technician Career introduces the technology, workflows, and practical skills that define today’s smart factories. As automation, robotics, data analytics, and predictive tools transform production, technicians play an increasingly vital role in keeping systems stable, reliable, and safe. This book explains those responsibilities in simple, accessible language that supports both new learners and experienced workers looking to grow into Industry...

Conquer the FANUC Certified Robot Operator with ROBOGUIDE Exam is a complete, audiobook-friendly guide to industrial robotics operation and simulation. Designed for students, technicians, and automation professionals, this study guide walks through every key domain of modern robot operation—from foundational safety procedures and system installation to motion programming, teach pendant control, file management, and ROBOGUIDE virtual simulation. You’ll explore how robot controllers process motion commands, how to calibrate tool center points and coordinate frames, and how to back up, ...

Operating a FANUC robot requires a clear understanding of how the machine behaves, how to control its motion, and how to maintain awareness of the entire cell. This rapid guide provides operators with the essential skills needed to manage startup, navigate the teach pendant, jog the robot safely, and understand how frames influence motion. Every concept is presented in short, direct paragraphs designed for fast learning and reliable skill development. The book focuses on the real-world tasks operators perform every day. You will learn how to read messages and alarms, recover from faults ...

Master the Kawasaki E Controller with the clarity, confidence, and precision demanded in modern automation. This study guide walks you through every major aspect of E Controller operation, from startup behavior to motion fundamentals, signal coordination, safety states, fault recovery, and multi-station workflows. It gives operators a structured understanding of how the controller evaluates conditions, interprets inputs, and manages safe, stable robot movement. You’ll explore servo power behavior, program flow, jog control, emergency stops, workspace boundaries, system configuration, ...

This study guide gives you an understanding of Kawasaki’s AS Language, the high-level programming environment used across modern industrial robotics. Through clear explanations and structured concepts, you learn how AS instructions shape robot behavior, how the controller executes logic, and how frame systems and transformations define every motion. The guide builds a strong foundation and moves steadily into deeper, application-level skills. You explore variables, expressions, position structures, TCP definitions, PC programs, IO interaction, and coordinated tasks, gaining a practical ...

Electromechanical and mechatronic technicians support the foundation of modern industry by working at the intersection of mechanical systems, electrical devices, control technology, and automated machinery. This guide introduces readers to the core skills, concepts, and workplace practices that define this expanding field. From system installation and alignment to troubleshooting, precision measurement, robotics integration, and predictive maintenance, each chapter offers clear, practical explanations tailored for learners preparing to enter or advance within this career path. The book ...