collaborative robots

VR Training for Multimodal Cobot Interaction

VR Training for Multimodal Cobot Interaction

Virtual learning environments for collaborative robots
Christoph S. Zoller, Justus Langer, Kristoffer Waldow ORCID Icon, Merle Meyer, Arnulph Fuhrmann ORCID Icon
The VIRAMM research project is developing and prototyping a VR-based training concept for the integration of collaborative robots (cobots) in assembly-oriented U-cells. Since the benefits of cobots depend heavily on process, layout, and role integration, VIRAMM addresses the previously lacking consistent scenario design for variant comparisons with Key Performance Indicator (KPI)-based evaluation.
Industry 4.0 Science | Volume 42 | 2026 | Edition 3 | Pages 106-112
Trends and Challenges in Factory Software

Trends and Challenges in Factory Software

Norbert Gronau ORCID Icon
Any networked information system that is used in the context of manufacturing and logistics in a factory can be referred to as factory software. This article describes six trends that will significantly influence the way software is used in factories in the near future. The trends are described in ascending order in terms of significance of impact.
Industry 4.0 Science | Volume 39 | 2023 | Edition 1 | Pages 114-119 | DOI 10.30844/I4SE.23.1.114