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Teradyne Robotics sues Chinese cobot maker over UR software

Teradyne Sues Chinese Cobot Maker Over Stolen Software

Teradyne has filed a lawsuit against a Chinese collaborative robot manufacturer, alleging it copied proprietary software from Universal Robots to build competing products.

Key Takeaways

Teradyne alleges Chinese firm copied Universal Robots' Polyscope software code for competing cobots
Collaborative robot market projected to exceed $10 billion by 2030 with intensifying competition

DT Editorial Team·Mar 11, 2026·5 min read·via therobotreport.com

Designing Safe Cobot Workspaces: The Critical Factors Beyond the Robot Itself

Force- and power-limited collaborative robots are only as safe as the workspaces they operate in. Industry experts emphasize that comprehensive risk assessments, multi-layered safety systems, and thoughtful ergonomic design are essential to unlocking the full potential of human-robot collaboration.

Key Takeaways

Cobots are only as safe as the workspaces surrounding them — built-in force limits are not sufficient alone
Risk assessments under ANSI/RIA R15.06 and ISO 10218 must precede any cobot installation

DT Editorial Team·Feb 17, 2026·5 min read·via therobotreport.com

How Advances in Motor Design Are Shaping the Next Generation of Robots

From permanent-magnet brushless servomotors dominating six-axis industrial arms to axial-flux configurations enabling lightweight surgical systems, motor technology is driving both specialization and convergence across the robotics industry. Understanding these design choices reveals where the field is heading next.

Key Takeaways

Permanent-magnet brushless servomotors now dominate industrial six-axis robots with frameless direct-drive designs
SCARA systems prioritize high-torque AC servomotors for rapid pick-and-place cycle times

DT Editorial Team·Feb 17, 2026·4 min read·via therobotreport.com