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Sensors in American football can help the game

Design World

By Anson Yeganegi and Song Li, InvenSense Sensors can improve player safety and performance through data collection. Both soccer and American football have embraced advanced technologies to varying degrees, including the use of sensors to elevate tracking and data collection in both games. The first sensor-enabled game ball using Connected Ball Technology, for instance, was […] The post Sensors in American football can help the game appeared first on Design World.

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Is Low-Code Software Practical for General Manufacturing Use?

Automation World

Ray Kok, CEO of Mendix, explains how the development of common-use templates makes it easier for manufacturing operations managers and engineers to create the apps they need without having to depend entirely on IT.

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Hog today, hero tomorrow?

Design World

Before each dinner, I ask my son to consider everything that went into preparing his meal. We start with Mom or Dad cooking, which leads to working hard to provide healthy food, and so we give thanks for everyone and everything that makes working and living well possible. Then we acknowledge the grocery stores, farmers,… The post Hog today, hero tomorrow?

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Wayve launches PRISM-1 4D reconstruction model for autonomous driving

Robotics Business Review

A scene reconstructed by Wayve’s PRISM-1 technology. | Source: Wayve Wayve, a developer of embodied artificial intelligence, launched PRISM-1, a 4D reconstruction model that it said can enhance the testing and training of its autonomous driving technology. The London-based company first showed the technology in December 2023 through its Ghost Gym neural simulator.

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Guide to Agile Manufacturing and Its Advantages

Forward-thinking manufacturers are recognizing the limitations of traditional project management and quality control methods. For modern companies seeking to accelerate product development cycles and increase their speed to market, adopting agile methodology is becoming increasingly essential.

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What interconnects are used with memory for HPC and AI?

Design World

High-performance computing (HPC) for artificial intelligence (AI) applications places extreme demands on memory connectors. They must deliver high-speed connectivity, high levels of signal integrity (SI), and support high-density solutions. This article reviews connector needs for Peripheral Component Interconnect Express 6.0 (PCIe 6.0), Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) including SAS 3.0, 4.0 and SAS/PCIe 5.0, and Data […] The post What interconnects are used with memory for HPC and AI?

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Teledyne’s new 8k super-resolution GigE Vision line scan camera in production

Design World

Teledyne DALSA, a Teledyne Technologies company, is pleased to announce that its Linea Lite 8k Super Resolution camera is now in production. This compact and cost-effective GigE line scan camera delivers 8k resolution images, a performance that normally requires a camera body twice the size. Built for a wide range of machine vision applications, Linea… The post Teledyne’s new 8k super-resolution GigE Vision line scan camera in production appeared first on Design World.

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Ont. and First Nations announce partnership to support economic and resource development

Canadian Manufacturing

GREENSTONE — On Jun. 18, the Government of Ontario signed Letters of Confirmation that will support renewed partnerships with Animbiigoo Zaagi’igan Anishinaabek, Aroland First Nation, Ginoogaming First Nation and Long Lake #58 First Nation to unlock economic and resource development opportunities in northern Ontario, including future critical minerals projects. “As we rebuild Ontario’s economy, our government is developing meaningful partnerships with First Nations across Ontario that crea

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Softing’s “plantPerfect Monitor” for industrial communication networks at ACHEMA 2024

Design World

At ACHEMA 2024, Softing Industrial presents “plantPerfect Monitor”, an innovative solution for comprehensive condition monitoring of industrial communication networks and installed systems. “plantPerfect Monitor” provides detailed insights into the status of industrial networks. Version 1.00 is designed for use with Softing’s hardware gateway “smartLink HW-DP”, which enables controller-independent access to PROFIBUS DP networks.

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How AI and Insurance Have Changed in 2023

Robotics Automation News

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and the insurance industry has sparked a revolution. It’s transforming the way insurers operate and how policyholders experience coverage. As we inch towards the end of year 2023, it’s fascinating to witness the metamorphosis that AI has brought to the insurance sector.

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A Journey to Efficiency & Excellence in Manufacturing

Foundation Wellness, an orthotic and foot care product leader, transformed its manufacturing by implementing the Manufacturing Execution System FORCE MES FLEX from FORCAM ENISCO. Previously hindered by manual data collection, the company needed more efficiency and a proactive approach. Adopting an MES enhanced data visibility and enabled data-driven decision-making.

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Norstat’s MBI Black industrial enclosures offer almost invisible installation

Design World

Norstat Inc. now offers a line of industrial enclosures in stealth black, incorporating modern design and technical performance with an almost invisible installation in specific applications. The MBI Black series combines discrete presence, modern design, and excellent technical performance. These enclosures integrate seamlessly into industrial environments and enable discreet, almost invisible installation thanks to their… The post Norstat’s MBI Black industrial enclosures offer almost in

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Campaign Spotlight: Driving Demand with Marketing Velocity Central and User Protection Campaign

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

User Protection challenges security buyers; they add vendors for new threats, increasing IT complexity. Cisco and partners aim to simplify with a holistic user protection strategy.

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Norstat now offers an easily programmable inclination switch

Design World

The DNS Inclination Switch from M-P Sensor is a flexible and highly accurate switch using four independently adjustable switching angles and a high-quality MEMS sensor unit. These switches are also easily and quickly programmed using menu-driven buttons and displays. They offer fast visual feedback through a display with 4 status and crosshair LED’s.

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Deeper Service-centric Visibility Drives New Revenue and Simplifies Operations

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

The addition of service-centric assurance brings a deeper, more precise, and real-time view of network and service performance for service providers and enterprises that run complex critical… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Advanced Traceability: Implementing Reliable, Compliant Tracking in Manufacturing

The rising complexity of today’s complex hardware products, regulatory requirements, and manufacturing processes has introduced an increased risk for companies. In the event of a defect, recall, or customer complaint, manufacturers must quickly identify and trace the affected parts and components, including their maintenance, installation, and purchase history – back to the purchase order.

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METCASE’s TECHNOMET-CONTROL VESA-mount HMI enclosures can be specified, customized, and installed

Design World

TECHNOMET-CONTROL is perfect for indoor applications such as industrial machine control, factory processing, security systems, test and measurement, point-of-sale, IIoT, and detection equipment. It can house a variety of touch screens and displays, notably Siemens TP, Beckhoff, and B&R. These aluminum enclosures feature smart modular construction, enabling them to be manufactured in fully customized versions.… The post METCASE’s TECHNOMET-CONTROL VESA-mount HMI enclosures can be specif

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Business intelligence software helps Maysteel Industries grow

The Fabricator

Maysteel Industries taps into software that helps automate the flow of information, including productivity and on-time delivery metrics for its five facilities across the country. That has helped the fabricator broaden its services and earn a spot on the FAB 40 for the third year in a row.

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ADF’s first directed-energy weapon

Manufacturer's Monthly

AIM Defence co-founder Dr Jae Daniel explains the operation of the AIM Defence Fractl Portable High Energy Laser to Australian Army Director General Systems and Integration Brigadier Kurt Brown and personnel at the Puckapunyal Military Area, Victoria. Image: CPL Jacob Joseph / Australian Government Defence The Australian Defence Force’s first directed-energy weapon, the Fractl Portable High Energy Laser, has been developed and is now in its testing phase.

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Industry 4.0 and cybersecurity – How to protect your investment

NIST

Digital transformations are notoriously difficult for small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs). SMMs need to meet production goals, recruit and retain talent, and reduce risks in their supply chains all while trying to adapt to an evolving technological landscape. Fortunately, Industry 4.0 is gaining momentum to address these challenges by providing pathways to efficiencies, innovation and growth.

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Provide Real Value in Your Applications with Data and Analytics

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Why Product Carbon Footprinting is the key to emissions reduction in Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Siemens Australia Sustainability sits close to the heart for Australia’s Food and Beverage sector. To date the industry has made significant strides to move towards a circular economy model, but it’s a race against the clock. More urgent work is needed across the entire supply chain. Author: Milan P.S. Bawa, General Manager, Factory Automation and Motion Control, Siemens Ltd.

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US plans to invest $900m to ramp up deployment of small modular reactors

E&T

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced it will fund up to $900m to support the deployment of small modular reactors (SMRs).

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AutoStore to introduce new FusionPort Workstation and R5 Pro Robot at CeMAT 2024

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: AutoStore AutoStore , the global cube storage pioneer with an established local presence, will be returning to CeMAT this year where it will demonstrate its new FusionPort TM Workstation with R5 Pro TM Robot, as well as its space-saving ConveyorPort TM solution. The company will also use CeMAT as an opportunity to formally introduce new Australian Business Development Manager and president of the New South Wales Division of the Supply Chain & Logistics Association of Australia, Julian

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AR app shows machine data on phone or tablet

Drives & Controls

Sick has unveiled an augmented reality (AR) app that merges machine, sensor and diagnostic information with images of a real environment to display machine data and errors where they are occurring. The Sara (Sick Augmented Reality Assistant) app takes data from any source, maps it into an AR engine and displays it on a tablet or smartphone, without needing costly devices such as headsets or fixed HMIs.

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5 Ways CMMS Software Transformed Broderick's Manufacturing Plant: A Case Study

Discover how CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) transformed and revitalized Broderick's manufacturing plant in 5 productive ways. Before the CMMS, the plant faced challenges such as reactive maintenance due to staff shortages, inefficient inventory management, and poor team communication. With the CMMS, the plant experienced increased equipment uptime, streamlined maintenance processes, enhanced inventory management, improved communication, and better decision-making through real-

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Achieving 100% Class Zero excellence for engine manufacturer

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Atlas Copco Specialty When a leading turbine engine manufacturer required 100% Class Zero, dry oil-free air at a flow rate of 3500 cfm and 24 bar pressure, they entrusted us with providing the solution. The project’s success not only met the customer’s stringent requirements but also transformed this new client into an advocate for Atlas Copco Specialty Rental.

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How to Monitor Network Traffic: Findings from the Cisco Cyber Threat Trends Report

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

The Cisco Cyber Threat Trends report examines malicious domains for trends and patterns. See what the data tells us about the threat landscape.

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ARENA’s new $100 million challenge to solar innovators

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: tong2530/stock.adobe.com The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has today launched its global $100 million ‘Solar ScaleUp Challenge’. The challenge invites innovators, developers, engineers, financiers, and solar customers around the world to accelerate innovation in large-scale solar and help drive down costs. The aim of the challenge is to stimulate greater innovation and collaboration in the solar sector in the areas of installation, operations, and maintenance.

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The State of Cloud Security Platforms and DevSecOps

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

A new survey by Cisco and Enterprise Strategy Group reveals the true contours of cloud native application development and security

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Deliver Mission Critical Insights in Real Time with Data & Analytics

In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.

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Budget funding boost for Rockhampton Railyards rejuvenation

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Ruud Morijn/stock.adobe.com $23.7 million of funding in the Miles Government’s 2024-25 Budget is set to provide a massive boost to the Rockhampton Railyards project. The funds will be invested over the next four years into remediation works and capital upgrades to continue the transformation of the old railyards into a commercial hub. The rejuvenation of the historic Rocky Railyards will create more local jobs and therefore support Queensland’s rollingstock supply chain capabilities and

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U.S. Department of Commerce Announces Two New Voluntary Company Commitments to the CHIPS Women in Construction Framework

NIST Manufacturing

Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced GlobalFoundries and Polar Semiconductor have voluntarily committed to adopt the CHIPS Women in Construction Framework. The Framework is part of U.S.

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HII and Babcock International Group enter into partnership

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: David/stock.adobe.com HII and Babcock International Group have entered into a strategic agreement to collaborate on naval and civil nuclear decommissioning and construction opportunities in the UK and US. HII and Babcock will apply their complementary capabilities to existing nuclear decommissioning contracts for US ships and UK submarines. This will allow the companies to share best practices and upskill both organisations’ capability for the benefit of the US and UK programmes.