Research Shows High Priority for AI Among Manufacturers
Automation World
JUNE 17, 2024
Fluke Reliability survey indicates that more than 60% of manufacturers are planning to achieve initial AI goals in the next year.
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Looking at OSHA as a partner, not an adversary
The Fabricator
JUNE 16, 2024
Metal fabricators that work with OSHA, instead of trying to avoid the agency, might end up with better and safer manufacturing processes.
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Optimizing manufacturing production through HMI/controller integration
Design World
JUNE 20, 2024
In modern manufacturing, the adoption of digital transformation and automation has generated heightened demand for the smooth integration of HMI software and controllers. Susan Burtch Lead Commercial Portfolio Manager, Visualization Software Rockwell Automation Manufacturers are continuously aiming to streamline operations, boost efficiency, lower production costs, and optimize resource use and capacity.
Nokia Survey Reveals Enterprises Are Scaling Private Wireless Networks
Gary Mintchell
JUNE 18, 2024
It always appeared to me that 5G and other private wireless networks held promise for many applications within industry. This report from Nokia reveals enterprises are scaling private wireless for additional uses cases and industrial sites. 45% of the organizations are leveraging private wireless to support more use cases than planned when first deployed. 100% of enterprises expanded private wireless networks use or deployed them within another location and 78% reported positive ROI in six month
15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence
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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?
How Open Systems Enable Practical IIoT Data Use
Automation World
JUNE 21, 2024
Weidmuller demonstrates how the open architecture of its control systems and the built-in intelligence of its edge devices enable straightforward applications of operations data—remote and on site.
GrayMatter raises $45M Series B to ease robot programming for manufacturers
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 20, 2024
GrayMatter automated manually intensive tasks at Lawrence Brothers. Source: GrayMatter Robotics Like businesses in other industries, U.S. manufacturers face widening labor shortfalls and need automation to help fill those gaps. GrayMatter Robotics today announced that it has raised $45 million in Series B funding. The Carson, Calif.-based company said it plans to use the investment to expand to meet customer demand. “We founded GrayMatter to enhance productivity while prioritizing workforc
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Orbbec Cameras Integrated with NVIDIA Isaac Robotics Platform    Â
Gary Mintchell
JUNE 17, 2024
One place where technology and integration and partners advances lies in the vision and robotics area. This news concerns Orbbec 3D vision systems integrating with NVIDIA Isaac Perceptor robotics platforms. In brief: Gemini 330 cameras with built-in depth processing deliver high-precision Depth+RGB vision for NVIDIA Isaac Perceptor AI-based perception workflow for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in indoor and outdoor environments.
Robotic High-Force Torque Driving
Automation World
JUNE 21, 2024
A look at the Universal Robots-Estic high-torque screwdriving platform.
Neya Systems, AUVSI to develop cybersecurity certification program for UGVs
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 21, 2024
Neya offers autonomy, mission planning, and open architecture for uncrewed ground vehicles. | Source: Neya Systems Neya Systems yesterday announced that it is partnering with the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International, or AUVSI. The partners said they plan to develop a cybersecurity and supply chain framework and certification program for uncrewed ground vehicles (UGVs).
Hog today, hero tomorrow?
Design World
JUNE 18, 2024
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?
Orca Semiconductor Exits Stealth with Customized Analog Solutions
Gary Mintchell
JUNE 21, 2024
Market niches that open when incumbent companies grow large and mature leaving opportunities for startups hold interest for me. I’ve been watching for this situation for the past few years as the automation market matures with consolidating companies and slow market growth. Marketing people for a company just exiting stealth contacted me. I just had an enjoyable conversation with CEO Andrew Baker about the opportunity the founders saw in the analog semiconductor market.
Wago and Radiflow Partner on Industrial Security
Automation World
JUNE 21, 2024
The companies’ partnership aims to strengthen resilience against potential cyber threats and make industrial networks as secure as possible.
At CVPR, NVIDIA offers Omniverse microservices, shows advances in visual generative AI
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 17, 2024
As shown at CVPR, Omniverse Cloud Sensor RTX microservices generate high-fidelity sensor simulation from an autonomous vehicle (left) and an autonomous mobile robot (right). Sources: NVIDIA, Fraunhofer IML (right) NVIDIA Corp. today announced NVIDIA Omniverse Cloud Sensor RTX, a set of microservices that enable physically accurate sensor simulation to accelerate the development of all kinds of autonomous machines.
Research shows value of plastics over grease
Design World
JUNE 17, 2024
Many bearing points are protected against environmental influences and wear by so-called loss lubrication, where grease is pressed out from inside the machine and enters the environment. This is said to result in 27 million tons of lubricating grease released worldwide every year. More environmentally friendly oils and greases are an option, but these can […] The post Research shows value of plastics over grease appeared first on Design World.
CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction
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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.
Extend Robotics integrates virtual reality to achieve ‘high levels of variability and rapid automation of production’
Robotics Automation News
JUNE 20, 2024
A new partnership between an industrial parts manufacturer and a virtual reality robotics company is proving that high levels of variability are no obstacle to achieving rapid automation of production.
Wago and Radiflow Partner on Industrial Security
Automation World
JUNE 21, 2024
The companies’ partnership aims to strengthen resilience against potential cyber threats and make industrial networks as secure as possible.
NASA spinoff Seatrec offers a new power source for underwater robots
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 15, 2024
Seatrec’s infiniTE float is a subsurface ocean profiling platform that uses new power-generation technology. | Source: Seatrec Around 80% of the ocean floor remains uncharted today, and for good reason. The deep sea is an unforgiving environment. Between intense pressure, zero visibility, and extremely cold temperatures, individuals and organizations looking to shed some light on the area have massive challenges to overcome.
Angle sensor features four redundant outputs for safety-critical applications
Design World
JUNE 20, 2024
TDK Corporation expands its tunnel-magnetoresistance (TMR) angle sensor portfolio with the launch of the TAS8240 sensor for automotive and industrial applications. This latest addition, available in both compact QFN16 (3 x 3 mm²) and TSSOP16 (5 x 6.4 mm²) packages, offers four redundant analog single-ended SIN/COS outputs and low power consumption. This sensor facilitates precise […] The post Angle sensor features four redundant outputs for safety-critical applications appeared first on De
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.
Construction has commenced on the first Hunter Class Frigate
Manufacturer's Monthly
JUNE 20, 2024
Image: Walter_D/stock.adobe.com The Albanese Government has announced a significant step in delivering Navy’s enhanced lethality surface combatant fleet with construction commencing on the first Hunter Class Frigate. This milestone was marked by the deputy prime minister and the premier of South Australia cutting the first piece of steel to be used on the first ship of the class.
The decarbonisation goal: UK road transport’s journey to sustainability
SMMT
JUNE 20, 2024
As an ever growing number of road transport companies look to improve their environmental performance while remaining profitable in a competitive market, demonstrating that commitment to customers – who have the same objective – is also becoming increasingly important. Nottingham-based logistics firm Mitchells of Mansfield, for example, as a member of Palletways UK has launched a customer-facing Carbon Co-op initiative.
Korechi Innovations Pik’r-1500 robot retrieves golf balls at the U.S. Open
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 16, 2024
The Pik’r ball-picking robot at the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst. Source: Korechi Innovations While the 124th U.S. Open is all about human talent, skill, and composure under competitive pressure, robots are finding their place. As golfers practice their drives on the newly converted Cradle 9-hole course at Pinehurst Resort, the new Pick’r robot from Korechi Innovations Inc. is safely and efficiently retrieving balls.
Tutorial: Analog Signals with Phoenix Contact’s PLCnext Platform
Control.com
JUNE 21, 2024
Learn how to connect analog inputs, either voltage or current, to the Phoenix Contact’s IIoT PLC platform and design simple data processing programs with the PLCnext Engineer IDE.
How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management
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ADF’s first directed-energy weapon
Manufacturer's Monthly
JUNE 18, 2024
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.
How One Machine Shop Adopted (and Defined) a Four-Day Work Week
Modern Machine Shop
JUNE 20, 2024
The “business of machining” includes a broad set of topics that, in an industry facing tectonic generational and economic shifts, will demand more attention in the coming years. Succession planning, HR, marketing, mergers and acquisitions, investment strategies — as production automation helps to level the playing field and shop leadership transitions from Baby Boomers and Gen X to Millennials and Gen Z, strong business acumen in these fields will provide a greater and greater
Realtime Robotics celebrates motion-planning collaboration with Mitsubishi Electric
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 18, 2024
Realtime Robotics demonstrates a multi-robot workcell during Mitsubishi Electric’s visit. Credit: Eugene Demaitre BOSTON — As factories and warehouses look to automate more of their operations, they need confidence that multiple robots can conduct complex tasks repeatedly, reliably, and safely. Realtime Robotics has developed hardware-agnostic software to run and coordinate industrial workcells smoothly without error or collision. “The lack of coordination on the fly is a key r
Banner Engineering Adds Two New Series to Radar Sensor Offerings
Control.com
JUNE 18, 2024
The K50R and Q90 R series of radar sensors bring versatility and cost-effectiveness to object detection across applications. Both series are designed to be superior alternatives to ultrasonic sensors.
The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study
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Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.
Coldplay Finds New Grooves in Plastic Waste
Plastics Today
JUNE 17, 2024
The band's new album will be available in various versions, including an EcoRecord made from nine recycled PET bottles and a Notebook Edition comprising river plastics collected by The Ocean Cleanup in Guatemala.
Cryptomathic Assures Security of Belgium’s New Digital Identity Wallet
i4.0 today
JUNE 18, 2024
The Federal Public Service Policy and Support (BOSA), a key component of Belgium’s federal administration, with support from Cryptomathic , a global leader in data security and cryptography, has successfully launched one of Europe’s first digital identity wallets. In line with the European Digital Identity Framework Regulation, eIDAS 2.0, the Federal Government of Belgium has launched MyGov.be , a single app providing access to a wide range of digital public services, information and official do
Wayve launches PRISM-1 4D reconstruction model for autonomous driving
Robotics Business Review
JUNE 18, 2024
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.
Fluid Control, Plastics, and Flexibility: Festo Expands Manifold Catalog
Control.com
JUNE 17, 2024
Diffusion bonding is a process used extensively in medical and lab manufacturing. Festo is expanding its micro-fluidic distribution portfolio by providing customized, efficient, space-saving designs.
How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
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