Kuka has introduced Kuka.MixedReality, a software leveraging smartphones and augmented reality (AR) to enhance robot startup processes. Users can identify potential hazards and resolve them before operations begin, improving efficiency and safety. AR technology integrates digital information with the real world, offering insights into robot motion and potential collisions. The associated Kuka.MixedReality Assistant mobile app provides live visualization of robot cell environments and offers real-time monitoring of relevant variables and configuration parameters.