Source: Universal Robots USA Inc.
Universal Robots (UR) showcases an approach to industrial automation designed for the era of physical AI — changing how applications are deployed, scaled and continuously improved. This approach moves beyond traditional programming and standalone robot systems toward solutions that can be configured, adapted and enhanced over time. It reflects a broader shift from fixed automation cells to more intelligent, connected and evolving robotic environments capable of addressing a wider range of real-world applications.
The foundation for these advancements is PolyScope X, UR’s control software. Built on a modern technology stack with JavaScript, containerized applications and native ROS 2 support, PolyScope X combines UR’s proven motion-control platform with a significantly improved user experience. Graphical node-based programming, guided workflows and deep scripting capabilities are designed to make it easier to deploy applications quickly while enabling more advanced, AI- and vision-assisted use cases.
Developed from more than two decades of industry experience and informed by over 100,000 real-world deployments, the company says this approach lowers the barrier to automation while enabling more adaptive and intelligent operation over time.
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