SEOUL, October 24 (AJP) - Samsung Heavy Industries said on Friday that it has partnered with Rainbow Robotics to develop artificial intelligence–powered welding robots, part of the shipbuilder’s broader push to automate production and build a “smart shipyard” for the future.
Under the agreement, Samsung Heavy will provide operational data and testing environments for the robots, while Rainbow Robotics will handle hardware development and technical support. The companies aim to produce lightweight, mobile robots capable of welding complex block structures — including inside confined spaces and on sloped surfaces.
Samsung Heavy already deploys more than 90 types of automated equipment and robots across its shipyards for tasks such as block welding, painting, liquefied natural gas cargo welding, and pipe inspection.
In September, the company also began 24-hour operations at its newly automated steel-cutting plant, which runs without human operators.
The collaboration marks another step in Samsung Heavy’s strategy to integrate artificial intelligence and robotics into its manufacturing processes as it seeks to enhance productivity and address labor shortages.
“We are confident that our partnership with Rainbow Robotics will strengthen our automation technology and boost construction competitiveness,” said Kim Jin-mo, vice president for future business development at Samsung Heavy. “We will actively pursue the integration of AI and robotics to expand their applications and commercialization.”
* This article, published by Aju Business Daily, was translated by AI and edited by AJP.
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