A research team from the Center for Autonomous Robotic Systems (KUCARS) at Khalifa University has been granted its second patent of the year by the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The patent covers a novel robotic machine that can adapt its structure and movement for more efficient, agile, and precise industrial tasks.
Key Highlights
The new patent represents a significant breakthrough in adaptive industrial automation:
- Second U.S. Patent This Year: This is the second patent granted to a KUCARS research team in 2025.
- Innovation: The patent is for a ‘Reconfigurable Hybrid Kinematics Machine,’ an intelligent, modular robotic arm system with adjustable components.
- Commercialization Path: The technology is set to be licensed to Dexter Robotics, a technology startup under incubation at the Khalifa Innovation Center.
A Breakthrough in Adaptive Industrial Automation
Developed by a team including Khalifa University’s Professor Bashar El Khasawneh and Dr. Abdur Rosyid Patrum, the robotic system is designed to tackle intricate industrial challenges by providing tools that can operate with greater flexibility, helping improve productivity and reduce downtime. The patented technology enables machining tools to move around workpieces more efficiently through a rotatable frame and reconfigurable arms that can lock into various positions. Its potential applications are in sectors such as aerospace, automotive manufacturing, and advanced materials processing.
A Testament to a Thriving Innovation Ecosystem
The achievement operates in close alignment with the initiatives led by the Abu Dhabi Executive Office to position the UAE as a hub for advanced technology.
Prof. Bashar El Khasawneh stated, “This achievement highlights KUCARS’ unwavering commitment to drive innovation in science and technology and reinforces our position as a leading research and innovation hub in the region. This success is a testament to the visionary leadership of the UAE and Khalifa University in fostering an ecosystem where groundbreaking innovations thrive and world-class research excellence comes to the forefront”.
Source: Khalifa University
