German 1960s rope braiding machine inspires 3D braiding for robots
lukas_m_ziegler · x · 2026-08-15
During a visit to Allonic Robotics, Lukas Ziegler observed a German mid-1960s rope braiding machine and explained its mechanism: spools travel in circular paths, interweaving threads to form rope. The team at Allonic Robotics, led by Benedektasi, is building a similar machine but for 3D braiding robots and components, showing how traditional craftsmanship inspires modern robotics manufacturing.
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