Kassow Cobot Arm Technology Enhances Precision, Safety!

Kassow Robots has unveiled its Sensitive Arm technology, an advanced force control system designed to elevate the precision, safety, and versatility of its entire seven-axis collaborative robot (cobot) lineup. This innovation integrates high-resolution torque sensors into all seven joints of each robot, enabling manufacturers to automate even the most delicate and contact-sensitive operations with remarkable accuracy and responsiveness.

The Sensitive Arm system delivers real-time, low-latency force feedback through its sophisticated torque sensors, which boast a resolution of up to 0.024 Nm/bit and operate at a control frequency of 30 kHz. This high degree of responsiveness allows the cobots to execute compliant, fine-tuned motions essential for intricate manufacturing processes such as precision assembly, surface finishing, quality inspection, and gentle part handling.

A key advantage of the system lies in its user-friendly interface, which allows operators to easily adjust how the robot reacts to external forces. Parameters such as stiffness, damping, and end-effector compliance can be fine-tuned for specific applications, ensuring optimal control and adaptability across diverse production environments. The Sensitive Arm also supports one of the most refined hand-guiding capabilities available in the market, offering minimal resistance and exceptional sensitivity. This feature enables intuitive programming by demonstration, allowing operators to teach the robot new tasks quickly and efficiently without complex coding or external assistance.

By incorporating integrated torque sensors within each joint, the system eliminates the need for external force or torque sensors, simplifying both installation and system architecture. This design not only improves feedback accuracy but also reduces the overall setup cost and maintenance requirements. Moreover, the built-in sensors enhance collaborative safety by allowing the robot to detect unexpected contact or collisions more rapidly, making human-robot interactions safer and more reliable in shared workspaces.

The Sensitive Arm technology represents a major step forward in making cobots more intelligent, aware, and responsive to their environment. Its combination of advanced sensor technology and adaptive control algorithms allows Kassow Robots’ cobots to handle materials and components that were previously challenging to automate — such as fragile electronics, precision assemblies, or polished surfaces requiring a controlled touch.

Available across Kassow Robots’ full range of seven-axis cobots, including new high-payload models, the Sensitive Arm expands automation possibilities for industries that demand both high precision and gentle handling. Whether in automotive, electronics, or advanced manufacturing sectors, this breakthrough offers manufacturers an opportunity to improve efficiency, reduce human error, and enhance workplace safety.

With the introduction of the Sensitive Arm, Kassow Robots continues to solidify its position as a leader in collaborative automation, offering cutting-edge solutions that seamlessly combine strength, sensitivity, and intelligence to redefine the future of manufacturing automation.