ABB new GenAI assistant makes robot programming simpler, faster, and more accessible for both experts and new users.
ABB Robotics has introduced a GenAI assistant within its RobotStudio Suite to make programming robots easier and faster. The update addresses key challenges such as skill shortages, complex coding, and lengthy commissioning cycles that often limit the adoption of robotics.
The assistant is powered by a large language model that interprets natural language. It pulls knowledge from ABB’s extensive documentation to deliver context-rich answers to user queries. This allows engineers to troubleshoot faster, generate code automatically, and reduce reliance on specialized skills. As a result, both experts and less experienced users can work more efficiently.
For smaller businesses and new industries, the tool lowers barriers to entry. Many lack in-house robotics expertise, making automation adoption difficult. By embedding GenAI directly into RobotStudio’s cloud-based environment, ABB provides a training ground for students, early-career professionals, and small firms. The assistant also supports real-time collaboration across teams, helping users build skills while accelerating deployment.
ABB sees this as part of its vision for “autonomous versatile robotics.” By merging GenAI with simulation and path-planning tools, the company enables robots to adapt more intelligently and complete tasks with less human intervention. Available at no extra cost to premium subscribers, the AI assistant transforms RobotStudio into a more accessible and powerful platform for the next generation of automation.
