Automation World

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Danfoss Drives plans to use the 1500Vdc power converter technology to scale up its advanced electrification portfolio within energy storage.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

As long as I have been working with and covering vision technology in manufacturing bandwidth has been the constraint to robust applications. A Canadian company called Pleora Technologies has introduced a patented lossless compression technology called RapidPIX that is said to increase data throughput by almost 70 percent while meeting the low latency and reliability demands of machine vision and medical imaging applications.

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Control.com

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

ABB‘s recent report “Circularity: No Time to Waste” stresses the need for industrial businesses to embrace circularity practices for sustainable growth and economical product lifecycles.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

EXAIR provides customers with confidence when selecting the right product for their process. To continue facilitating a high-quality user experience, EXAIR.com has upgraded the resources available to users by adding Augmented Reality (AR) capabilities while visiting the site on a mobile device. Customers will now can not only view a 3D version of their selected… The post EXAIR’s new augmented reality web application helps improve customer experience appeared first on Design World.

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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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SMMT

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

British car manufacturing output grows 21.0% in January, to 82,997 units. Export volumes up 11.6%, while production for UK market surges 64.5%. Electrified vehicle production continues to grow, up 4.5% to 29,590 units. UK car production got off to a fast start in January, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 1, 2024

Modern flow control software driver based on FDT/DTM technology extends standardized device management to mobile and OPC UA applications. Glad to see movement with the latest technology from the FDT Group. It certified the first Device Specific DTM based on FDT 3.0 standard supporting the HART protocol from Flowserve Corp. The newest certified Logix 3820 Series DTM is deployable using their positioners supporting HART 6 / 7, tackling flow control challenges designed for modern IIoT architectures

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Design World

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Inventor Ted Lin is a personage of innovation and expertise in the demanding field of dc motor technology. His 25th patent is a testament to his lasting contributions to motion control engineering. A half-century ago, Lin began his journey with a B.S. in Physics from Tsing Hua University in Taiwan and an M.S. in Physics… The post Interview with motor pioneer Ted Lin on his 25th patent appeared first on Design World.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Describe what Trakm8 does? At Trakm8, we are committed to delivering comprehensive fleet management solutions that empower our clients to achieve optimal performance and efficiency. Trakm8’s holistic approach to fleet management, encompassing cameras, telematics, AI Fleet/Route Optimisation, and vehicle health monitoring, offers a 360-degree view of fleet operations from a single platform.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 1, 2024

New OT threat groups include VOLTZITE linked to Volt Typhoon; ransomware attacks grew 50 percent; state actors and unsophisticated hacktivist groups gained ground against OT systems. Cybersecurity companies busily conduct surveys and issue reports. This news concerns Dragos’ release of its sixth annual OT Cybersecurity Year in Review report. The report named the emergence of three new threat groups, including VOLTZITE linked to Volt Typhoon, and found that ransomware continued to be the most re

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Black History Month is a time to consider efforts to increase diversity in robotics. Image courtesy of Adobe Stock If you ask people to imagine what a roboticist might look like, they will probably describe similar faces. Historically, the industry has been overwhelmingly white and male, an image that can make it seem impenetrable to individuals who fall outside of those groups.

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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?

Design World

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

According to Gartner’s research, up to 25% of organizations surveyed annually since 2019 said they plan to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) within the next 12 months. However, only up to 5% have deployed AI to production. Companies know that generative AI can dramatically improve operations, but inexperience and potential risks postpone the benefits.

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Automation World

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A message posted in error by Microsoft about the retirement of Azure IoT Central caused concern about the effects on technology applications connected to the service.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Tenable One has some news today about the release of Tenable One. It is a visibility product that allows managers and others to see assets across an enterprise regardless of IT, OT, or IoT. You will notice a new marketing term in the release—at least new to me. The company is now called an “Exposure Management” company. They tell me that means it enables organizations to understand cyber risk in order to make more effective business decisions.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Verdie uses AI to edge and trim lawns and bushes and to blow leaves. | Source: Electric Sheep Electric Sheep Robotics Inc. today launched Verdie, a new robot using its proprietary artificial intelligence and software. It said it aims to be the first large-scale outdoor maintenance company powered by AI and robotics. The San Francisco-based company said Verdie can autonomously edge and trim lawns and bushes, as well as blow leaves.

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Design World

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Emerson is changing some things up for this year’s Hannover Messe trade fair, scheduled for April 22-26 in northern Germany. The engineering and automation company is moving to Hall 11, known as the Automation, Motion & Drives area, to better represent its vast product and solution range. Last year, Emerson invited attendees to see how… The post Emerson switching things up for Hannover Messe 2024 appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

While acknowledging the potential benefits of Python and C++, engineers caution against their indiscriminate use, particularly if there are existing IEC 61131 functions available.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

It had to happen sooner or later—GenerativeAI Large Language Model (LLM) for human-machine interface applications. Funny that nowhere in the press release do they mention HMI while using more awkward workaround phrasing. Maybe that is a Finish translation? Generative AI Large Language Model (LLM) technology for operational environments, bridging knowledge and language barriers between industrial workers and OT systems On-premise edge based MX Workmate solution enables connected workers to get co

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

TWIN is made of lightweight materials, and it has modular components for usability and transportation. | Source: IIT Italian researchers last week announced the TWIN powered exoskeleton for lower limbs. They said they have designed it to be easier to wear than competing exoskeletons on the market. TWIN is the product of a collaboration between Rehab Technologies IIT – INAIL, the joint laboratory between the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia ( IIT – Italian Institute of Technology) in G

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Design World

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The last decade has seen advancements in controls and motor drive technologies to boost efficiency, safety, and ease of use. Now commonplace are drives that: Let end users leverage autotuning functions for faster commissioning Detect and correct for vibration issues — including the shaping of power into motors to avoid resonances Spur increasingly compact motors… The post Trends: Drives and controls incorporate more safety and feedback appeared first on Design World.

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NIST Manufacturing

MARCH 1, 2024

Six universities will create programs to help develop solutions to problems created by the production and consumption of plastics.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Here is one of my favorite companies—using “waste” bioplastic to mold those plastic eating utensils ubiquitous in fast food restaurants and picnics. They have a small operating plant and just closed an $8 million round to increase production. How many more energy and resource saving ideas are lurking out there in the minds of my readers? PlantSwitch has developed revolutionary bioplastic technology that converts cellulosic agricultural waste streams into a low-cost, compostable plastic resin alt

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

MIT researchers have applied AI for traffic mitigation to managing multiple warehouse robots. Source: Adobe Stock Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have applied ideas from the use of artificial intelligence to mitigate traffic congestion to tackle robotic path planning in warehouses. The team has developed a deep-learning model that can decongest robots nearly four times faster than typical strong random search methods, according to MIT.

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Design World

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

By Stephanie Neil When designing packaging machinery for adaptability, it’s important to understand how the controls and components impact the way the machine moves, and even more critical to ensure those movements — and the machine itself — are safe. The obvious safety mechanisms include adding emergency stop (e-stop) buttons that will shut down equipment… The post Packaging machines that are safe by design appeared first on Design World.

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Plastics Today

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The new US patent for a “lignin-based bioplastic material” is restrictive in its wording, but the process has potential to be far-reaching.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Computing at the Edge of the network remains a crucial and growing part of a plant’s architecture. Digi International positioned itself as an enabler of data transmission for a long time. This news is a new product exploiting some of the 5G cellular technology benefits. Digi International announced market launch of Digi IX40 , a 5G edge computing industrial IoT cellular router solution.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 1, 2024

2024 is heating up for the robotics industry. In February we saw new product launches, and some companies in hot water with funding losses or shutdowns. It was an exciting month for the industry, and there was no shortage of robotics new to cover. Here are the top 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report in February 2024. Subscribe to The Robot Report Newsletter or listen to The Robot Report Podcast to stay updated on the robotics stories you need to know about. 10.

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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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Design World

MARCH 1, 2024

Belden announced new products around data orchestration and management and data acquisition and transmission that enable better connectivity, faster speeds, and more power to help mission-critical environments perform at their peak. The data orchestration and management products include: Belden Horizon Console includes enhancements that allow organizations to take greater control of data collection and transfer.… The post Belden launches data acquisition and orchestration products for miss

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Tata Group has confirmed it will build a £4bn “gigafactory” that will produce batteries for electric vehicles (EV) in Somerset.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

People have been moaning about Boomers leaving the workforce and a coming worker gap for 20 years. Perhaps the time has arrived? How is your hiring of young people going? Now, I know that you can’t really evaluate each candidate by what marketing-designated generation they were born into. However, consider some statistics gathered by a data company who performed an analysis of TikTok and Google search data.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The Robot Report Podcast · Harvesting innovation: The story behind Tortuga’s autonomous harvesting robots Eric Adamson, CEO and co-founder of Tortuga, joins us in this episode to discuss agricultural robotics. Tortuga is one of the agtech companies leading the charge to transform greenhouse farming with their autonomous harvesting robots. Eric discusses the difficulties and successes of developing robots for use in greenhouses, shedding light on the processes involved in harvesting strawbe

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