Fifty years of automotive experience—now moving toward robotics

As smart manufacturing, automation, artificial intelligence and humanoid robotics continue to advance, CTE TECH is taking a strategic step into the robotics field.

Building on 50 years of experience in automotive electronics and wiring harnesses, CTE TECH plans to extend the quality discipline, engineering collaboration and manufacturing capabilities developed as a Tier 1 automotive supplier into a new generation of robotic interconnect applications.

From high- and low-voltage wiring harnesses to power distribution, signal transmission, customized engineering and production planning, CTE TECH aims to work with robotics OEMs, equipment manufacturers and system integrators to explore reliable, production-ready interconnect solutions.

Why do robots require specialized wiring harnesses?

A robotic wiring harness connects power, control, sensors and communication signals throughout a robotic system. Its performance can directly affect the reliability, motion and serviceability of the equipment.

Unlike static wiring, robotic cables and harnesses may be exposed to continuous bending, rotation, torsion, tension, vibration and temperature changes. Industrial applications may also involve dust, oil, chemicals, electromagnetic interference or other demanding operating conditions.

Robotic interconnect design must therefore consider:

• Continuous-flex and torsion requirements
• Integration of power, control and high-speed signals
• Restricted routing space inside robotic systems
• Connector retention and mechanical protection
• Installation and maintenance requirements
• Prototype validation and production consistency
• Quality traceability and long-term supply

Transferring Tier 1 automotive capabilities to robotics

Automotive and robotic systems operate in different environments, but both require dependable power and signal transmission, disciplined quality management, engineering coordination and consistent manufacturing.

CTE TECH plans to build on its experience in high- and low-voltage harnesses, OEM and ODM collaboration, new product introduction, change management, quality traceability and global manufacturing support.

These capabilities provide a foundation for jointly developing robotic power, control, sensing and communication interconnects.

Exploring four robotics application areas

CTE TECH is currently evaluating opportunities in:

1. Industrial robots for welding, assembly, handling and factory automation.
2. Collaborative robots requiring flexible, compact and lightweight interconnects.
3. Mobile robots, including AMRs, AGVs and warehouse automation equipment.
4. Humanoid robots with multiple joints, sensors and high-density power and signal requirements.

The final product scope, specifications and validation requirements will be defined according to each customer program and operating environment.

From requirements to production planning

CTE TECH intends to collaborate with customers from the early stages of application requirements, electrical architecture and space evaluation. Potential cooperation may include cable, terminal, connector and protection-material selection, harness routing, prototyping, validation, new product introduction and production planning.

This direction represents more than an expansion into a new market. It is an opportunity to bring 50 years of automotive reliability, engineering knowledge and manufacturing discipline into the rapidly evolving robotics industry.

CTE TECH welcomes discussions with robotics OEMs, equipment manufacturers and system integrators seeking to explore dependable and scalable interconnect solutions.

FAQ

Is CTE TECH already mass-producing robotic wiring harnesses?
CTE TECH is currently extending its capabilities and developing its robotics strategy. The development, validation and production status of individual products will depend on specific customer programs.

At which stage can CTE TECH participate in a robotics project?
Collaboration may begin with requirement and feasibility reviews, followed by electrical architecture, harness design, prototyping, validation and production planning.

Which robotic applications is CTE TECH targeting?
Industrial, collaborative, mobile and humanoid robotics are current areas of evaluation. Actual capabilities and deliverables will be confirmed according to project requirements.