RBTX.com is the new platform that is focused on uniting users and suppliers who seek low-cost robotic components. With the help of the platform, users can put together low-cost robotic solutions that work with their requirements. Suppliers of robotic components will be able to present their range of products to a larger market. The goal of the site is to combine the possibility of having robotics that is affordable on one platform. According to the press release, the company says that the ultimate idea is to enable customers to solve their own robot solution.
Suppliers reach new target groups
The purpose of the online platform is to enable manufacturers to open new sales channels for their low-cost automation products and reach new target groups. new components can be added to the platform continually. In the future, users will have access to a rapidly developing market segment. Christian Batz, Head of igus digital, says: “The RBTX.com concept intended for companies, start-ups, research institutes and mechanical engineering companies offers fast, customised robot solutions at low starting costs of just a few thousand euros and with short amortisation times.” He adds and says that what the company is talking about is a low-risk way of entering the era of automation and investing in the competitiveness of tomorrow. In the future, he says, the platform intends to enable configuration of the robot mechanics beginning with gearboxes, joints and connecting parts.
Digital twin: the real and digital worlds of robotics come together
At the trade fair stand in Hanover, Augmented Reality (AR) can be used to simulate the digital twin of a robot in a fictional production environment, inclusive of all the robot’s movement. This provides visitors with an interesting look into a possible future of the platform.
The customer can observe the robot in its cell as well as its range in reach movements. In addition, the press release states that a user can watch the interplay of reality and the digital robot on a tablet. “The user can also find out whether the configuration works and whether it is suitable for the place where it is to be used”, says Christian Batz. This vision of RBTX.com shows how users directly profit from the combination of low-cost automation and digitalisation, he adds.
