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5G reliability enters the automated warehouse

Design World

The flexibility of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), which use a wireless navigation system to guide them around a facility, is the reason these self-sufficient machines are so popular in warehouse environments. However, 50 AMRs on the floor will overload the traditional WiFi network. That leads to network latency and interrupts communication between AMRs and the… The post 5G reliability enters the automated warehouse appeared first on Design World.

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Supercommunicators

Gary Mintchell

I remember, barely, being a freshman engineering student. My mindset reflected many (most? all?) of my colleagues—“I don’t need no stinkin’ English and speech classes!” Math and science. What else is there? Then I got a job. Turns out that communication skills are essential for career success. Want to be an effective engineer? The ability to listen, talk, and write will serve you better than how quickly you can solve differential equations.

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Smart M12 capacitive proximity sensors with IO-Link communications

Design World

Carlo Gavazzi is excited to introduce three new series of M12 Capacitive Sensors with IO-Link Communications. Based on our 4th generation TRIPLESHIELDTM sensors, these CA12 Series Sensors represent the ideal solution for industrial automation equipment in applications where sensing performance must be continuously and accurately monitored and logged.

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Agility Robotics’ Digit wins inaugural Robot of the Year award

Robotics Business Review

2023 was the year that humanoid robots took big strides onto the public stage, and Agility Robotics pulled ahead in that race with Digit, which is our first-ever RBR50 Robot of the Year. At ProMAT last year, Digit stole the show by demonstrating its ability to pick up totes from a shelf, walk over to a conveyor, and place the totes onto the conveyor.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Dorner to showcase innovative automation technologies at Automate 2024

Design World

Dorner and its partner company montratec are set to unveil its latest innovations in assembly technology in booth 1224 at Automate 2024, May 6-9, at McCormick Place in Chicago. With a focus on enhancing efficiency and reliability in production environments, both Dorner and montratec will present a lineup of demo conveyors designed to meet the… The post Dorner to showcase innovative automation technologies at Automate 2024 appeared first on Design World.

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5 things that could shape surgical robotics in the next decade

Robotics Business Review

You’ll see a lot of surgical robotics talk at this year’s DeviceTalks Boston. Surgical robots are smaller, smarter, and being launched into space. 2024 is going to be a huge year — here’s why. I believe 2024 will be remembered as the year when the surgical robotics sector — not just one company — planted both feet on the ground, slowly rose up, and stood tall in the medical device industry.

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Cruise resumes manual robotaxi operations in Phoenix

Robotics Business Review

Cruise is restarting operations in Phoenix, but not in San Francisco where the company is based. | Source: Cruise After a bumpy end to 2023, Cruise, the self-driving unit of GM, is restarting manual driving in Phoenix. Cruise says the goal is to eventually resume driverless operations, but humans will be doing all of the driving for now. Restarting in manual mode is an important step, the company says.

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RF edge connectors shrink in size, cover DC to 67 GHz

Design World

Samtec has released a new line of RF edge launch connectors with a narrow body design that is 33% smaller than traditional edge launch connectors. These connectors are commonly used in a lab setting for high-frequency test and measurement applications, high-speed digital component tests, and evaluation boards. Frequency capabilities are DC to 67 GHz (185-EL Series), […] The post RF edge connectors shrink in size, cover DC to 67 GHz appeared first on Design World.

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MassRobotics Robotics in Agtech event brings together industry leaders

Robotics Business Review

MassRobotics recently hosted a Robotics in AgTech event, bringing together innovators and industry leaders to explore challenges and solutions in the agriculture industry. The event served as a catalyst for discussions and offered a glimpse into the transformative potential of robotics for farming, said the Boston-based organization. Danfoss discusses AgTech industry challenges The event kicked off with a presentation by Peter Bleday, senior director and head of the Autonomy Business Unit at Dan

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Mitsubishi collaborates with Dispel to launch zero-trust remote access solution

Design World

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. has closely collaborated with Dispel, a software provider for secure, remote connectivity in OT environments, to provide customers with solutions to grant on-site zero-trust network access from remote locations securely. Facilities can connect to the remote region through Dispel-enabled Mitsubishi Electric iQ-R Series WinCPU R102WCPU-W or the RD55UP12-V C Intelligent Function… The post Mitsubishi collaborates with Dispel to launch zero-trust remote acces

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

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AMD releases Versal Gen 2 to improve support for embedded AI, edge processing

Robotics Business Review

The AMD Versal AI Edge and Prime Gen 2 are next-gen SoCs. Source: Advanced Micro Devices To enable more artificial intelligence on edge devices such as robots, hardware vendors are adding to their processor portfolios. Advanced Micro Devices Inc. today announced the expansion of its adaptive system on chip, or SoC, line with the new AMD Versal AI Edge Series Gen 2 and Versal Prime Series Gen 2. “The demand for AI-enabled embedded applications is exploding and driving the need for solutions

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More options for OKW’s DIATEC low-profile wall-mount enclosures

Design World

OKW’s stylish DIATEC plastic enclosures for wall-mount and table-top electronics are now available in two standard colors: off-white (RAL 9002) and lava. These highly attractive enclosures are ideal for communications and network equipment, IoT/IIoT, gateways, peripherals, data systems engineering, security and access control, measurement and control, medical/wellness, and laboratory technology.

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Google launches ‘Find My Device’ with privacy protections against stalking

E&T

Google has finally unveiled its Find My Device service, which uses a crowdsourced network to discover the location of devices and Bluetooth trackers that may not have internet connection.

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18mm front/bottom threaded rectangular photoelectric sensors from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added Leuze 28 series 18mm threaded rectangular sensors that feature flexible mounting options with front and bottom 18mm threads and 3.1mm through-holes, sensing distances up to 10m, and rugged ABS thermoplastic housings with an IP67 protection rating. These new photoelectric sensors are offered in diffuse, polarized retroreflective, and through-beam sensing styles, and in… The post 18mm front/bottom threaded rectangular photoelectric sensors from AutomationDirect app

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Weld Australia urges investment in network of Indigenous welding schools

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Weld Australia Weld Australia is urging the Federal Government to invest in a national network of Indigenous Welding Schools to help create real skills and real jobs for Indigenous Australians – and close the gap. Now is the time to ensure Indigenous Australians have the skills needed to secure meaningful jobs. According to the Productivity Commission’s recently released first review of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap, governments are not adequately delivering on their commitmen

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Pfannenberg PYRA and PATROL series signal beacons from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added Pfannenberg PYRA and PATROL series heavy-duty signal beacons to their growing lineup of visual and audible signaling devices. These versatile devices can withstand severe environments, are suitable for indoor and outdoor use, and satisfy numerous alarm, warning, and indication requirements. The PYRA series focuses on visual alerts and is ideal for discrete… The post Pfannenberg PYRA and PATROL series signal beacons from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design W

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FABS-9B Series: Food Safe Stainless-Steel Fanless Industrial Panel PCs

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Interworld Electronics Interworld Electronics is excited to feature the FABS-9B series of food safe stainless-steel fanless industrial Panel PCs from APLEX Technology. The FABS-9B series features a powerful built-in Intel 8th generation energy efficient core i3/i5 processor, as well as a 260-pin SO-DIMM DDR4 slot, offering up to 32GB of RAM. It has a wide range of rugged industrial features and customisable options which makes it ideal for a wide variety of industrial applications, includ

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Rohde & Schwarz First to Show Measurements on Novel Bluetooth® Channel Sounding Signals for Positioning Accuracy

i4.0 today

Rohde & Schwarz will present the first real-time measurements on the planned new Bluetooth® signals to support Channel Sounding. The demonstration at the Embedded World Exhibition & Conference in Nuremberg, Germany, will be run on an R&S CMW500 wideband radio communication tester. The Bluetooth® Channel Sounding feature will enable unprecedented positioning accuracy for consumer and commercial applications.

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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UGL awarded contract to construct Bellevue railcar maintenance facilities

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: APchanel/stock.adobe.com UGL, a member of the CIMIC Group, has been awarded a contract, in joint venture with ADCO, to construct new railcar maintenance facilities at Bellevue, Western Australia, for the State’s Public Transport Authority. The project expands the existing Bellevue Railcar Manufacturing and Maintenance Facility and is expected to generate revenue of more than $110 million for UGL.

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Syntiant Unveils NDP250 Neural Decision Processor with Next-Gen Core 3 Architecture

i4.0 today

Syntiant Corp., a leader in low power edge AI deployment, today introduced its Syntiant® NDP250 Neural Decision Processor (NDP), the company’s most powerful chip that delivers 5x the tensor throughput than its previous generation of deep learning hardware. Built using the Syntiant Core 3 programmable deep learning architecture, the NDP250 is designed for numerous imaging, speech and sensor applications in power-constrained devices, such as person detection, object classification, automatic speec

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Revolutionise your asset monitoring with ZeOn-Demand Printable Indicators

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Zebra Technologies ZeOn-Demand printable indicators offer a comprehensive solution for tracking assets’ environmental exposure while providing vital identifying information. When product quality is affected by environmental conditions, immediate identification becomes crucial. Our indicators deliver an easy-to-read environmental marker on a thermally printable label, offering insight into an item’s exposure to varying conditions.

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EXAIR.com Launches a Digital and Interactive Version of Catalog 35

Fabricating & Metal Work

EXAIR’s catalog offers readers an incredible source of innovative solutions for common industrial problems like conveying, cooling, cleaning, blowoff, drying, coating and static buildup. To make this useful resource more readily available, EXAIR.com has now launched a fully digital and interactive version of Catalog 35 for easy browsing and added accessibility.

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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MVTec opens its first subsidiary in Taiwan

Manufacturing Tomorrow

• New subsidiary underlines MVTec's ambition to be close to customers worldwide • Great potential for machine vision in Taiwan's semiconductor industry • MVTec experts in Taiwan with in-depth industry knowledge

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FANUC America Showcases its Latest Robotic and Automation Technologies for Warehousing and Logistics at Modex 2024

Fabricating & Metal Work

FANUC America, the leading supplier of CNCs, robotics and ROBOMACHINEs will showcase its automation solutions designed to help companies future proof their supply chain at Modex 2024 in Atlanta, March 11-14, booth #B-4026. CRX Cobot Demonstration – Order Fulfillment FANUC CRX cobots combined with a Locus AMR and Vision technology will demonstrate a highly flexible autonomous solution for order fulfillment that can be easily scaled up or down.

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Wheeled dual-arm robot manipulator rolls into view

Drives & Controls

The Korean robot developer Rainbow Robotics, has announced a two-armed robot manipulator that moves around on wheels. The company argues that the RB-Y1 mobile robot overcomes some of the limitations of existing industrial robots and could find uses in many industrial sites.

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£100m plan to electrify London’s buses announced

E&T

The UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB) and investors have formed a £100m fund to electrify hundreds of London’s buses.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Dow and P&G Partner on Dissolution Solution

Plastics Today

Polyethylene is the target polymer of a novel recycling technology for hard-to-recycle plastic packaging.

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Replacing plastics with alternatives not always better for the environment, study finds

E&T

In a study led by the University of Sheffield, researchers found that substituting plastics with alternative materials actually results in increased greenhouse gas emissions.

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Quebec-based Averna acquires automated test solutions provider ELCOM

Automation Mag

Averna, a global test and quality solutions provider, has acquired ELCOM and its subsidiaries. ELCOM specializes in test and measurement, power engineering and industrial automation. In a statement regarding the acquisition, president and CEO of Averna, François Rainville said, “We are excited to welcome ELCOM into the Averna family. Their expertise and strategic positioning in the automotive/EV, energy, and machine vision markets perfectly complement our own.

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Steel Warehouse rebrands its Cold Mill division as Specialty Strip

The Fabricator

Steel Warehouse Co., a service center in South Bend, Ind., has announced the rebranding of its Cold Mill division as Specialty Strip, a boutique cold mill. This change includes capital investments in its cold rolling mill equipment to help ensure repeatability and predictability of cold-rolled.

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!