kArms

kArms is a technology company that designs and manufactures robotic arms and automation solutions. The brand focuses on modular, scalable systems intended for manufacturing, research, and education. The name uses a stylized lowercase "k" followed by "Arms."

Product line and technology: Core offerings include modular robotic arms with configurable reach and payload, interchangeable end-effectors, and integrated controllers. They support standard interfaces and robotics software stacks, including ROS. Safety features for collaborative operation and soft limits are emphasized. The architecture favors plug-and-play assembly, off-the-shelf sensors, and an open software ecosystem to enable customization by users and researchers.

Applications: kArms products are used in electronics assembly, lab automation, packaging, education, and prototyping environments. In research settings, kArms is valued for flexibility and relatively lower cost compared with larger industrial robots, making it accessible for experimentation and learning.

Development and ecosystem: The company collaborates with academic institutions and system integrators to develop modules and reference configurations. It maintains partnerships with software vendors and hardware suppliers to support multi-sensor workflows, data collection, and interoperability with other automation platforms.

See also: Robotics; Industrial automation; Collaborative robots; End effector; ROS; Modular robotics.