Robotics Business Review

MARCH 31, 2024

SwRI Workbench for Offline Robotics Development allows manufacturing engineers to independently use complex robotics and simplifies motion planning for seasoned developers. Source: Southwest Research Institute An industry push for more automation is advancing the Robot Operating System, or ROS, beyond the academic and manufacturing domains into agriculture, automotive, retail, healthcare and more.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 31, 2024

Source | Progressive Components Progressive Components announces the release of its new M-2 ejector pins, which are especially suited for high wear resistance with abrasive materials. Engineered and manufactured to meet the demanding conditions of today’s injection molds, Progressive’s ejector pins feature tight tolerances held for sizing, roundness and straightness.

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 31, 2024

Source: ANCA CNC Machines US ANCA ’s TapX grinding machine is designed and integrated with automation to provide high productivity in mass production. As a one-machine solution with single clamping, it is well suited for manufacturing standard and special taps by eliminating the need for multiple grinding machines. Flexibility is a key feature of the tap grinding process on the TapX.

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Metrology

MARCH 31, 2024

The REVO system uses synchronised motion and 5-axis measurement technology to minimise the dynamic effects of CMM motion at ultra high measurement speeds. The post REVO Multi-Sensor 5-axis Measurement System For CMMs appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 31, 2024

Source: Getty Images The Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) has announced the election of 20 members to its 2024 board of directors, who begin their terms on April 1, 2024. WiM is the a national and global trade association specifically dedicated to supporting, promoting and inspiring women who have chosen a career in the manufacturing sector.

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Metrology

MARCH 31, 2024

Watch how our rotary inspection cell setup is set to revolutionize shop floor 3D inspections with its high accuracy, full 6 AXIS movement, and 20,000 points per second data collection. The post LADAR Application | Automated Inspection Cell appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Metrology

MARCH 31, 2024

Recognized last year at HANNOVER MESSE with the 'Digital Startup of the Year' award from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection, Threedy, a specialist in industrial 3D data processing, has recently secured 10.4 million dollars in the latest Series A investment round. The post Threedy Secures $10.4 Million In Series A Investment Round appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

MARCH 31, 2024

The industrial landscape is undergoing a profound transformation —from predictive maintenance to autonomous functions, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way machines operate. Furthermore, the growing use of renewable energy is also playing a critical role in shaping the domain, prompting manufacturers to explore innovative business models to capitalize on this shift in energy sources.

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Metrology

MARCH 31, 2024

The quantum magnetometer from Q.ANT enables high-precision magnetic field measurements. Its compact size and operation at room temperature open up a whole range of new applications in science and industry. The post Quantum Magnetometer Measures With Picotesla Precision appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

MARCH 31, 2024

Is your organization prepared for the transformation in digital content services, and the strategic imperatives that are fueling this change? The digital content services ecosystem is on the cusp of a transformation driven by the exponential growth of internet users, increasing social media engagement, prolific mobile phone usage, and Web 3.0. Now, technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and extended reality (XR), coupled with evolving consumer behavior, and the ri

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Metrology

MARCH 31, 2024

Kitov.ai, a leading company in intelligent visual inspection solutions has announced significant improvements to its flagship software platform with the introduction of version 2.7. The latest version brings about enhanced user experience and expanded functionality, offering a more efficient and user-friendly workflow along with increased control options.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 31, 2024

Source | Progressive Components Progressive Components announces the release of its new M-2 ejector pins, which are especially suited for high wear resistance with abrasive materials. Engineered and manufactured to meet the demanding conditions of today’s injection molds, Progressive’s ejector pins feature tight tolerances held for sizing, roundness and straightness.

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Metrology

MARCH 31, 2024

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has developed a process that automatically evaluates the surface conditions of objects using video images, neural networks and machine learning. Intelligent surface inspection can help to improve defect testing. The post Intelligent Surface Inspection Detects Defects appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 31, 2024

When the fiber laser beam contacts the surface, it interacts with the coating on the mold — but not the mold itself — and then cleans the mold surface by transforming the coating into vapor or dust that then flakes off. Photo Credit: Rocklin Mfg. When a mold is contaminated with rust, dirt, grease, oil or other substances, it can damage the injection molding process and harm the quality of the molded products.

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Metrology

MARCH 31, 2024

Sound waves can reveal surface properties. Parameters such as surface or coating quality of components can be analyzed nondestructively using lasers and sensors. In research and some industrial laboratories, this laser-induced surface wave spectroscopy has already become an established measurement technology. The post The Sound Of The Perfect Coating appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 31, 2024

The supplier of thermoplastic elastomer compounds will showcase its extensive portfolio of sustainable materials at NPE2024.

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DO Supply

MARCH 31, 2024

Selecting the most suitable PowerFlex drive for your application is essential to guarantee its effectiveness, dependability, and smooth functioning. There are a number of different PowerFlex drive series available, and each one has special characteristics and capabilities. Knowing the features and subtle differences of every drive is crucial to helping you make an educated choice.… The post Selecting the Right PowerFlex Drive for Your Application first appeared on Do Supply Tech Support.

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 31, 2024

Wolfram Manufacturing’s use of machine monitoring data from its own program, OnTakt, is evident from the equipment on its floor. The data showed chip management was causing a bottleneck, so the shop now has more chip conveyors than machine tools. Photos provided by Wolfram Manufacturing. Wolfram Manufacturing started in 2011 as a machine shop in Austin, Texas.

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