PickNik Robotics released MoveIt Pro 9.0, enhancing robotic arm applications with improved perception-to-motion and teleoperation capabilities. The update supports surface-driven tasks with automated contour extraction and AI-driven perception reliability, enabling robots to adapt to changing geometries in real time. MoveIt Pro 9.0 also introduces whole-body motion control, native support for mobile manipulation robots, and a modernized user interface.
What Happened
MoveIt Pro 9.0 includes automated contour extraction from point clouds, AI-based 2D mask filtering, ICP point cloud alignment, and collision-aware toolpath generation. Teleoperation features now support multi-arm coordination and integrated collision checking. Denver-based Autowash uses MoveIt Pro to automate vehicle washing, reducing energy and water use by 40% through customized wash plans.
Why It Matters for the AECM Industry
These advancements enable robots to perform complex, variable-surface tasks like painting, cleaning, and vehicle care with higher reliability and efficiency. The platform supports high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments, improving operational flexibility. Teleoperation enhancements facilitate faster deployment and safer robot training, reducing risk and accelerating project timelines.
What's Next
PickNik Robotics will showcase MoveIt Pro 9.0 capabilities at the upcoming Robotics Summit & Expo, featuring panel discussions on AI production in robotics. Adoption is expected to grow in sectors requiring adaptable robotic solutions for surface-sensitive tasks.
Source: https://www.therobotreport.com/picknik-robotics-says-moveit-pro-9-0-enhanced-perception-to-motion-teleop-capabilities/. Read the original story →
