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Humans and Robots Collaborate to Build Vehicle Armrests at Yanfeng

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The KUKA LBR iiwa robot, which is capable of human-robot collaboration (HRC), is used in production operations at automotive supplier Yanfeng Automotive Interiors in Lüneburg (Germany). The sensitive robot fastens screws to assemble armrests for the doors of the Opel Insignia, sharing the workspace with the human operators.

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New office and production building in Gdansk

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Four brands become one

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Moldex3D donation enhances educational experience

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Major milestone with a valued customer

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Innovation through collaboration

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