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Robot Vision System Combines High Speed and Flexibility

At CES 2025, Nikon unveiled its advanced robot vision system, a groundbreaking technology distinguished by exceptional speed, high recognition capabilities, and user-friendly operation. Leveraging high-speed sensing—far surpassing the human eye—through integrated 2D/3D cameras and hand-eye coordination, Nikon’s system enables robots to operate with agility and precision. Tasks such as picking randomly stacked components or assembling parts onto moving workpieces are streamlined, reducing the complexity of programming and teaching, making automation accessible to a wider audience.

Advancing Collaborative Robotics with Intelligent Actuator Unit

Nikon also showcased its Intelligent Actuator Unit (C3 eMotion), a collaborative robot joint unit that empowers engineers without specialized expertise to develop ‘human-collaborative robots’ with ease. This innovation embodies the potential of seamless human-robot collaboration, aligning with Nikon’s vision of sustainable, future-ready industries.

Nikon demonstrated the synergy between its robot vision system and intelligent actuator unit, highlighting their combined value in reshaping the robotics landscape and advancing manufacturing capabilities.

Nikon Robot Vision System Key Features:

High Speed: The system’s high-speed image processing, reaching up to 250 frames per second (fps), ensures uninterrupted operation. Robots can identify workpieces and adjust their actions dynamically without pausing, delivering unprecedented efficiency.

High Recognition Capabilities: Nikon’s robot vision excels at recognizing complex targets, including glossy, black, and overlapping parts that challenge conventional systems. It can dynamically adjust its perspective by tilting the robot arm to improve accuracy, minimizing unprocessed items and ensuring reliable performance even for challenging workpieces.

Ease of Use: The system integrates seamlessly with robots, eliminating the need for additional equipment such as mounting stands or encoders for conveyor synchronization. Its intuitive interface and automated calibration make it remarkably easy to set up, with workpieces added in as little as 20 minutes under typical conditions.

Enhanced Flexibility Through Cloud Integration

Nikon’s robot vision system supports cloud connectivity, enabling offline management of tasks such as workpiece updates, error analysis, and performance monitoring. Centralized control of multiple machines facilitates efficient production of diverse products, making it an ideal solution for modern, adaptive manufacturing environments.

Transforming the Future of Robotics and Manufacturing

Through innovations like the robot vision system and the C3 eMotion actuator unit, Nikon continues to drive advancements in robotics and manufacturing. By combining cutting-edge technology with ease of use, Nikon is expanding the boundaries of automation while contributing to the realization of sustainable industries and a smarter, more adaptable future.

For more information: www.jp.nikon.com

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