Umbratek, a new robotic tech startup based in China, has released its first robotic arm series on Kickstarter.
With five different robot arm models to choose from, the UTRA series ranges from four to six axis and has been built with a modular structure design that enables it to be configured to meet different business needs.
According to Umbratek, the UTRA series has been 90% produced in-house, which reportedly makes it approximately 70% more affordable than comparable solutions currently on the market.
Driving the UTRA series is Umbratek’s ADRA actuator series, which comes with a high-precision harmonic reducer made of high-strength aviation aluminium and high-carbon chromium steel.
A high-torque density and compact structure enable the motor to be integrated into the actuator and lessens the actuator weight.
Each actuator is fitted with high-performance servo drivers, which use field-oriented control, to protect against overvoltage, overcurrent, over-temperature, reverse connection, undervoltage ESD, short-circuiting, and rotor lock.
The ADRA series also uses dual GMR+TMR hybrid detection technology and comes with a 16-bit off-axis multi-turn absolute encoder.
Evan Deng, founder and CEO of Umbratek, said: “Umbratek focuses on high-performance dynamic robots and control systems.
“We’ve spent the last few years developing simplified, customised, affordable robotic solutions for your various needs.
“Our robots provide fresh energy for industrial automation, logistics, medical, agricultural, and many more settings.”
Suitable for automation and AI-related applications, the UTRA series is currently available from US$2,999 (£2,183) and the ADRA actuator series from US$529 (£385).
