Techman Robot, in collaboration with National Taiwan University (NTU), has become an indispensable partner in the field of smart manufacturing. The Robotics Practical Laboratory at NTU was officially unveiled today, offering students a comprehensive learning experience in smart robotics.

In its third year of collaboration, the NTU Department of Mechanical Engineering has appointed Mr. Ho Shi-chi, Chairman of Techman Robot, as an adjunct professor. Together with Professor Guo Chongxian, they have launched the “Smart Robotics Applications and Practices” course, focusing on Problem-Based Learning (PBL) to cultivate students’ interdisciplinary problem-solving skills. This course integrates common industry needs such as defect detection in collaboration with robotics functions, AI, 3D applications, big data analysis, and smart factory management, providing a multifaceted approach to nurturing talents in smart manufacturing. These courses not only impart academic knowledge but also involve students in hands-on operation of actual factory equipment and ROS system development. The emphasis is on practical application and problem-solving, encouraging students to think independently and propose solutions within the framework of PBL to address various industry challenges.

▲second from left is Professor Jia-Yang Juang, fourth from right is Ho Shi-chi, Chairman of Techman Robot.

The Robotics Practice Laboratory is currently equipped with 7 sets of TM AI cobots and will soon include 2 sets of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) for specialized course projects. The establishment of this laboratory was made possible through the support of the Ministry of Education’s “Smart Manufacturing Interdisciplinary Talent Cultivation Alliance Program.” As the center school within the alliance, NTU’s Department of Mechanical Engineering is committed to integrating mechatronics and artificial intelligence technologies, providing students with a crucial learning environment to practice smart manufacturing technology. In addition, the department expressed gratitude to Mr. Ho Shi-chi, Chairman of Techman Robot, for his generous support as an alumnus, which enabled the successful completion of this laboratory.

Techman Robot and National Taiwan University aspire to cultivate more innovative and competitive talents through the Robotics Practice Laboratory. As demonstrated in the recent Taiwan Smart Manufacturing Application Competition, the winners of the AI Innovation category were all students from the program courses. It is believed that more students interested in automation and robotics technology will have the opportunity to showcase their talents in this laboratory and delve deeper into the fields of smart manufacturing and AI, benefiting from specialized knowledge.

Techman Robot is collaborating with NVIDIA’s Isaac Sim platform to develop digital twin that enhance the efficiency of robot production line inspection. This collaboration aims to reduce robot programming time by 70% and cycle time by 20%, resulting in significant time and cost savings. Digital twin provides robust support for collaborative robots by virtually modeling their behavior and working environment. By accurately simulating the perception and actions of collaborative robots, they can be tested, optimized, and algorithmically improved within a virtual workspace, bringing about transformative changes across various industries.

Techman Robot is redefining the next generation of collaborative robots with its AI-enabled TM AI Cobot. Its standout feature lies in its built-in intelligent vision and AI capabilities, enabling precise recognition and defect detection. In a recent demonstration video showcased in collaboration with NVIDIA, Techman Robot employed its own robots for assembly and inspection tasks, leveraging AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) technology. Throughout the development process, they utilized Isaac Sim, a robot simulation application built on NVIDIA Omniverse, for testing. They also utilized NVIDIA AI and GPU for cloud-based training and inference on the robots themselves.

Techman Robot’s AOI solution distinguishes itself by directly mounting inspection cameras on robotic arms and incorporating GPUs into robot controllers. This setup allows for multi-angle detection of areas beyond the reach of fixed cameras and utilizes AI for quality inspection. According to Techman Robot’s COO, Scott Huang, “Techman Robot stands out among other robot brands due to its built-in vision system and AI inference engine. NVIDIA RTX GPUs have greatly enhanced their AI capabilities.”

Through their collaboration with NVIDIA, Techman Robot is creating digital twin to optimize design structures, test work tasks and environmental conditions, simulate work performance and processes, and redefine AI collaborative robots, bringing innovative reforms to various industries.