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Turning The Giant: Leadership Challenges in Control and Automation

Gary Mintchell

October 2003. We had a couple of issues of our new trade publication, Automation World , out into the world. There were two user conferences the same week that month. Foxboro (Invensys at the time) held its meeting in Houston. Emerson Process gathered users in Orlando. Co-founder Jane talked it over with me. “I’m more acquainted with Emerson, so why don’t I go there, and you go to Foxboro?

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3 Ways Artificial Intelligence Will Revolutionize Machine Shops

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Getty Images Not a day goes by without seeing another article on artificial intelligence (AI). It has become the buzz phrase of the last year. The problem with AI is that it gives many the same fear that robotics had in the past. The human mind quickly goes to a place where this technology is going to destroy mankind. When robotics was introduced into the mainstream shop, people could not help but think robots were going to hurt them and take over the world.

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Acing a custom manufacturing job

Design World

If you golf, or even attempt mini-golf, you know it all comes down to putting. Whether you are trying to lower your handicap, make the tour, or simply putt your way through the laughing clown obstacle while on a family vacation, the entire game comes down to putting. Bruce Rearick from Burnt Edges Consulting in… The post Acing a custom manufacturing job appeared first on Design World.

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Why 5G is the Secret to a Successful Warehouse Automation Strategy

Automation World

As warehouses become increasingly automated, they need reliable and flexible connectivity to integrate automated systems while bolstering security and having the capacity to scale.

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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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NVIDIA announces new robotics products at GTC 2024

Robotics Business Review

NVIDIA CEO Jenson Huang ended his GTC 2024 keynote backed by life size images of all of the various humanoids in development and powered by the Jetson Orin computer. | Credit: Eugene Demaitre SAN JOSE, Calif. — The NVIDIA GTC 2024 keynote kicked off like a rock concert yesterday at the SAP Arena. More than 15,000 attendees filled the arena in anticipation of CEO Jensen Huang’s annual presentation of the latest product news from NVIDIA.

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Schneider Electric Debuts New Collaborative Robots

Gary Mintchell

MODEX is a material handling show, so it’s not surprising that robotics of various kinds should take a featured place. I’ve written about several lately. I have to say that ever since I was introduced to robots in 1984 that Schneider Electric is not a name that pops easily to mind when I think of the market segment. However, they introduced the Lexium Cobot (collaborative robot) last October and continue to work on it.

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Experimenting with Low-Cost Edge Devices

Automation World

How to maintain critical processes at the plant level while leveraging cloud resources for non-essential tasks, ensuring operational continuity and mitigating risks associated with network dependencies and outages.

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Mobile Industrial Robots launches MiR1200 autonomous pallet jack

Robotics Business Review

NVIDIA provided new AI capabilities for the MiR1200 Pallet Jack. Source: Mobile Industrial Robots Autonomous mobile robots, or AMRs, are among the systems benefitting from the latest advances in artificial intelligence. Mobile Industrial Robots A/S today at LogiMAT launched the MiR1200 Pallet Jack, which it said uses 3D vision and AI to identify pallets for pickup and delivery “with unprecedented precision.” “The MiR1200 Pallet Jack is our latest effort to push the boundaries in auto

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Seeq Announces Generative AI Capabilities with Seeq AI Assistant

Gary Mintchell

I sincerely hope you are not tired of reading about generative AI, because that will be the news for the rest of the year as each company introduced it as part of their software solution. This one comes from Seeq. Seeq unveiled the Seeq AI Assistant, a generative AI (GenAI) resource embedded across its industrial analytics platform. The Seeq AI Assistant provides real-time assistance to users across the enterprise, empowering them to accelerate mastery of the Seeq platform, build advanced analyt

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Integrated linear-motion variations becoming the norm

Design World

Automation over the last several years has expanded use of electric linear actuators to leverage their technological advancements in smart homes, aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. In fact, the global linear actuator market could (in large part because of electric options) surpass U.S. $52.67B this year and grow at a compound annual growth rate through […] The post Integrated linear-motion variations becoming the norm appeared first on Design World.

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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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DC Motors: Brushed vs. Brushless

Automation World

Exploring the complexities of motor selection for custom machines in consumer-packaged goods manufacturing.

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Teradyne’s Ujjwal Kumar to keynote Robotics Summit & Expo

Robotics Business Review

Teradyne’s Robotics Group is one of the world’s leading providers of collaborative robot arms and autonomous mobile robots. In 2023, the group generated $375 million in revenue from Universal Robots (UR) and Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR). Teradyne has said its market penetration for robotics is under 5%, leaving Teradyne with plenty of room for long-term growth.

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Easing into AI and Machine Learning

Industry Week

By starting with targeted use cases on edge devices, manufacturers can quickly demonstrate and gain value.

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DigiKey and LabsLand release Prism4 remote engineering hardware system

Design World

DigiKey, a global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, announces the exclusive release of the LabsLand Prism4, a modular structure for building interactive real-time, remote hardware systems faster and more efficiently. The Prism4’s design supports remote hardware systems with cameras, modular lights, and evaluation… The post DigiKey and LabsLand release Prism4 remote engineering hardware system

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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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Small Aerospace Supplier Grows with Robotic Machine Tending

Automation World

Using Mitsubishi Electric’s LoadMate Plus, TL Aerotek triples its output and meets one month’s production quote in one week.

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Teradyne partners with NVIDIA to add AI to cobots

Robotics Business Review

Universal Robots cobots are gaining precision thanks to a collaboration with NVIDIA. Source: Teradyne Robotics SAN JOSE, Calif. — Artificial intelligence is already making robots smarter. Teradyne Robotics announced at GTC 2024 a collaboration with NVIDIA to add new AI capabilities to collaborative and mobile robots. North Reading, Mass.-based Teradyne owns collaborative robot maker Universal Robots A/S ( UR ) and autonomous mobile robot ( AMR ) company Mobile Industrial Robots A/S ( MiR ), both

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The age of the flying taxi is nigh with the UK government’s new action plan

E&T

Drone technology will transform our skies by the end of the decade, according to the Department of Transport’s Future of Flight action plan

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ABB showcases motor solutions for the aggregate industry at AGG1

Design World

ABB, a manufacturer of industrial electrical motors for the aggregate industry, will showcase its innovative solutions at AGG1, the top exposition and education resource, in Nashville on March 25-27. Attendees are invited to visit Booth 717 to learn about the company’s motor line, designed to meet rigorous demands and harsh conditions reliably and efficiently while… The post ABB showcases motor solutions for the aggregate industry at AGG1 appeared first on Design World.

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

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eBook: Automating for Growth: Incentivising EV Production

Automation World

Software-defined design is an undeniable disruptor in global automotive trends. Countless use cases show how top carmakers are harnessing the potent power of connected car platforms to redefine and enrich their automotive value propositions with connected solutions.

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ABB Robotics unveils new AMR with Visual SLAM navigation

Robotics Business Review

ABB says it will continue to advance its portfolio to meet the growing market needs for mobile robots. | Source: ABB ABB Robotics has announced its first Flexley Tug T702 autonomous mobile robot (AMR). ABB equipped the Flexley Tug with AI-based Visual SLAM navigation technology and its new AMR Studio software. The company says this technology simplifies configuration and can reduce commissioning time by up to 20%.

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5G Networks Can Revolutionize Manufacturing (If You Know How To Run Them)

Industry Week

Personnel, not technology access, may determine whether 5G is worth manufacturers’ time.

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Johnson brings wealth of experience to new position

Design World

Recently, WAGO named Paul Johnson the new Industry Manager for Railroads and Transportation. After serving time in the military, Johnson spent 23 years with Norfolk Southern Railway where he eventually became Controls System Engineer overseeing the installation and upgrades to the yard as well as new Process Control Systems. Paul comes to WAGO having spent… The post Johnson brings wealth of experience to new position appeared first on Design World.

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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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Flowserve Obtains FDT 3.0 DTM Certification

Automation World

The flow control software driver for Flowserve’s new Logix 3820 Series digital positioner is based on FDT/DTM technology that extends standardized device management to mobile and OPC UA applications.

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The Intuitive da Vinci 5’s top design changes: ‘This is groundbreaking for robotic surgery’

Robotics Business Review

Intuitive Surgical’s da Vinci 5 is the device developer’s fifth-generation surgical robotics system. | Source: Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical’s da Vinci 5 has more than 150 design enhancements and innovations since the surgical robotics developer’s fourth-generation systems, including one feature that an Intuitive leader described as “groundbreaking.

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Radiology Revolution: Exploring the Impact of AI in Medical Imaging

Robotics Automation News

Over the years, radiology has undergone significant changes with the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into medical imaging practices. AI has become a game changer, transforming how healthcare professionals analyze and diagnose diseases using imaging technologies.

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Emerson’s new acoustic particle monitor minimizes erosion risk

Design World

Emerson has announced the release of the Rosemount SAM42 Acoustic Particle Monitor for measuring the amount of entrained sand in the output from oil and gas wells. The monitor can detect extremely low concentrations of entrained sand in challenging conditions with a high level of measurement repeatability and sensitivity. Accurate real-time data helps minimize erosion… The post Emerson’s new acoustic particle monitor minimizes erosion risk appeared first on Design World.

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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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Case Study: I/O Keeps Medical-Grade Water Flowing

Automation World

Specialty Water Technologies' automated water-quality monitoring systems use Weidmuller USA's u-remote I/O to monitor sensors in the water-purification process.

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Micropsi Industries’ MIRAI 2 offers faster deployment and scalability

Robotics Business Review

MIRAI 2 is the latest generation of Micropsi Industries’ AI-vision software. | Source: Micropsi Industries Micropsi Industries today announced MIRAI 2, the latest generation of its AI-vision software for robotic automation. MIRAI 2 comes with five new features that the company says enhance manufacturers’ ability to reliably solve automation tasks with variance in position, shape, color, lighting, or background.

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World First: Manufacturer Runs 128-Cavity Mold in 1.9-second Cycle Time

Plastics Today

The system used by Alltrista to mold the 26-mm water closures will be replicated in Netstal’s booth at NPE2024.

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ABB unveils mobile robot with Visual SLAM AI-technology and AMR Studio Suite

Design World

· Equipped with Visual SLAM, ABB’s AMR T702 trolley robot offers increased speed, accuracy, and autonomy in navigation and logistics. · Integration with ABB’s AMR Studio software allows new users to easily configure AMR routes and jobs. · Intuitive Visual SLAM and user-friendly AMR Studio together can reduce commissioning time by up to 20 percent.… The post ABB unveils mobile robot with Visual SLAM AI-technology and AMR Studio Suite appeared first on Design World.

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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!