This review discusses various means of locomotion developed in a number of countries and concludes with the description of a mobile robot developed at the Technical University of Torino in Italy.

Cambridge Consultants undertakes systems integration work in high speed packing and flexible assembly. And, as Brian Rooks found out its own developments and cooperation with two Swiss companies is resulting in a growing product range to back‐up that service.

Being part of an international group has meant increased opportunities for UK‐based ABB Robotics. Brian Rooks reports on a thriving operation.

DeVilbiss, the surface‐coating company, is introducing an electrically‐driven robot for paint‐spraying. Brian Rooks takes a look at some applications.

Jaguar's advanced body‐in‐white assembly line is now in production. Jeff Norman, manager of manufacturing engineering, talked about it to Jack Hollingum.

100 robots have been installed at Ford's Cologne plant for manufacturing the new Fiesta car body. An investment of DM130 million in automation aims to improve productivity and quality.

The need for efficient handling of large items of stock has led to the home‐improvement equipment vendor investing in robotised plant. Brian Rooks reports.

Kohol Systems Inc. of Dayton, Ohio, has found a demand in the basic process industries for refurbished robots. Company president Vernon Mangold outlines the operation.

Anna Kochan reports on an in‐process inspection of a multi‐component chemical solution. This is part of a total quality approach that requires robot precision.

We have the technology: a DTI‐sponsored initiative is exploring health‐care applications for robots.