Defense & National Security

supercharge your mro activities

Mission-Critical Robotic Solutions for Depots & Beyond

Manufacturing and MRO functions are an essential component of defense asset availability, ensuring the operational readiness of aircraft, ships and vehicles through various maintenance, repair and overhaul responsibilities. To meet the growing demands of modern military operations and evolving global threats, facilities such as Air Logistics Complexes (ALCs) and Fleet Readiness Centers (FRCs) must continue to evaluate its processes and adopt new technologies.

Answering the need to automate key processes and streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance overall fleet readiness, Cohesive Robotics leverages a deep expertise in mission-critical systems to provide smart, automated solutions that meet these challenges head-on.

We specialize in advanced robotic workcells that streamline complex high-mix manufacturing processes, ensuring consistent quality and protecting the warfighter from hazardous operations.

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SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS

The newest addition to your shop floor

Finishing Solutions

Our Smart Finishing™️ Robotic Workcell systems are pre-engineered with several kit options perfect for MRO activities. And, kits can be combined for truly multi-process support.

Sanding Kit

Deburring Kit

Spraying Kit

Polishing/Graining Kit

Composite Scarf Repair Kit

And More!

Welding Solutions

Our Smart Welding Robotic Workcell systems are pre-engineered with support for a variety of welding source and robot OEM options. And, solutions can be combined for a truly multi-process, upstream/downstream automated setup.

GTAW (TIG)

GMAW (MIG)

Laser (LBW)

Perfect For These Defense MRO Processes

  • Surface preparation
  • Non-directional and directional sanding
  • Surface scuffing
  • Graining to No. 3 / No. 4 / No. 6 satin finishes
  • Weld grinding/leveling
  • Precision welding on non-ferrous metals
  • Composite part repair
and more ...
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Take the first step to supercharge your high-mix operations. Speak with one of our automation experts and we'll provide a customized, free analysis for your operations.

F.A.Q.

Frequent Questions About Automation in MRO Operations

Can I automate finishing in my depot where every asset is different?

Whether due to battlefield damage or modifications over the life of an asset, CAD files aren't always available or accurate. Our Smart Finishing™️ Robotic Workcell leverages our proprietary Argus OS technology to scan, understand, and automatically program and operate the robot for whatever part, or batch of parts, is present. Artisans and technicians have the ability to preview actions and tweak settings using their domain expertise.

Can I automate welding in my forward-deployed setting?

Yes you can! Our Smart Welding Robotic Workcell is designed with the high-mix environment in mind and supports a variety of welding processes and welding power sources. Our integrated vision system and proprietary AI software scans, understands, and automatically programs and operates the robot for whatever part, or batch of parts, is present.

What is the accuracy of your Argus OS-powered robotic workcells?

Our Argus OS-powered solutions support a variety of hardware configurations to meet the precision and throughput needs of your application. Our AI-powered scanning technology can achieve sub-millimeter accuracy, while force control for our finishing solutions can achieve resolutions under 1 N (0.225 lbf). That's much more accurate than a human operator can discern, and more consistent from the beginning to the end of a shift.

What are the benefits of advanced robots in defense and MRO settings?

When performed manually, common MRO operations can be hazardous to warfighter and artisan health, especially without the proper personal protective equipment (PPE). This can include long-term effects due to dust inhalation and vibrational impact. Advanced automation and robots protect workers from these hazards while offering more consistent quality, higher production output levels, and more predictable consumables material usage.