Orbbec shows AI-powered vision systems at Automate 2026
Orbbec exhibited its robotic vision systems at Automate 2026. Source: Orbbec In Chicago this week, Orbbec showed off its latest 3D vision products to meet growing industry demand for intelligent automation. The Shenzhen, China-based company said it has tailored its industrial-grade 3D cameras for challenging scenarios. Its portfolio also includes integrated AI systems designed to enhance robotic perception capabilities. AI-enhanced 3D vision addresses industrial blind spots As industrial vision
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A company exhibited AI-powered 3D vision systems designed to improve how robots perceive and understand their environments. The systems combine high-precision 3D cameras with AI models to handle industrial scenarios where conventional vision struggles, such as transparent objects, reflective materials, and low-texture surfaces. This matters because improving robotic perception addresses automation bottlenecks in precision assembly, warehouse operations, and other demanding industrial tasks. The company has expanded manufacturing across multiple locations to support growing global adoption of these vision systems by automation companies worldwide.
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