Toward the Realization of Physical AI: Where Robots Think and Act Autonomously
Physical AI is a technology that enables artificial intelligence to operate autonomously not only in virtual spaces but also in the physical world.
FANUC supports open platforms across three key pillars, accelerating the realization of Physical AI using FANUC robots for developers and researchers worldwide.
- CONCEPT
More AI, More Automation For the World
Three Pillars to Enable an Open Platform
1. ROS 2* Support
FANUC develops the official ROS 2 driver, which serves as the core for robot operation, and publishes it on GitHub***. This enables users worldwide to freely reconfigure software and control FANUC robots from a PC through the open-source ROS 2 platform. In particular, FANUC’s ROS 2 driver supports industry-leading ultra-fast communication at 1 ms, enabling real-time control.
2. Python** Support
FANUC’s robot controllers can now execute Python programs directly, without the need for a PC. This enables robot control using AI developed with Python, a language widely used in AI development.
3. Stream Motion Implementation
FANUC has developed and implemented the Stream Motion feature, a high-speed position command communication function, in its robots. This enables the execution of motion commands sent from a PC at an industry-leading ultra-fast communication speed of 1 ms, allowing real-time robot control through robot path generation software.
Case Studies
Generative AI × Robots – Voice your Command
AI robots recognize voice commands in multiple languages, automatically generate Python programs using generative AI, and execute commands while perceiving their surroundings.
AI Robots that Avoid People
AI robots recognize people and retreat in real time without interrupting their tasks. Once the people are gone, the robot returns to its original path.
Two Arms Install a Flexible Cable
Two robot arms work collaboratively to handle soft cables with human-like dexterity, recognizing tension while performing wiring tasks.
AI Robot Tracks Moving Parts, and Tightening Screws
AI robots identify workpieces moving in three dimensions and follow them in real time. They deliver high tracking performance in 3D space, enabling screw tightening while the parts are in motion.
* ROS is a trademark of the Open Source Robotics Foundation.
** Python is a registered trademark of the Python Software Foundation.
*** GitHub is a registered trademark of GitHub, Inc.
