Automation World
JULY 19, 2024
Understanding the difference between seeing and detecting defects, and the limitations of current technology, is essential for setting realistic project goals and achieving successful implementations.
Design World
JULY 19, 2024
SMW Autoblok has introduced the KIT-RR Chuck System, available in sizes from Ø 210 to Ø 400 and suitable for manual or robotic use. The system incorporates the RR Adapter and the RR soft top jaws, which through the company’s two-point contact design, can be switched from O.D. clamping to I.D. clamping in seconds. The… The post Convert a standard chuck into a quick-change chuck in seconds appeared first on Design World.
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Gary Mintchell
JULY 18, 2024
Aras invited me to their annual customer event this year. Energy and ideas abounded. The next edition will be held in Boston March 31-April 3, 2025. Aras, a leader in product lifecycle management (PLM) and digital thread solutions, today announced today the date for its annual event, ACE 2025, taking place March 31-April 3, 2025, in Boston at the Hilton Boston Park Plaza.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 17, 2024
A&K Robotics’ autonomous mobility pods are all-electric and offer a new way for people to navigate venues. | Source: A&K Robotics Delta-Q will be providing its battery chargers for A&K Robotics’ autonomous mobility pods. The companies say the partnership will help advance sustainable urban mobility initiatives across British Columbia.
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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?
Automation World
JULY 15, 2024
Yaskawa Electric’s Motoman Next also employs Nvidia’s Jetson Orin modules alongside Wind River Linux.
Design World
JULY 18, 2024
How linear motion solutions help one CNC machine manufacturer solve the problem of machining long drills. Russell Riddiford President of ANCA Americas ANCA CNC Machines Linear motion components play a central role in CNC machines. From linear actuation to bearings to the drive and control system, these components are key to the motion system […] The post Tackling long drill production challenges appeared first on Design World.
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Robotics Business Review
JULY 19, 2024
Continental mobile robots are deployed in logistics operations at manufacturing facilities. | Credit: Continental Continental Mobile Robots, a Frankfurt am Main, Germany-based division of Continental’s Automotive Group Sector, has developed mobile robots for use in automotive plants. The company provides a complete autonomous mobile robot ( AMR ), including hardware, an autonomy software stack, and fleet management software powered by artificial intelligence and backed by its partners.
MRPEasy
JULY 15, 2024
Supported by an MRP system from the ground up, Australian custom metal fabricator Aston Precision grew from a spare bedroom to an established industry player in just three years. “I got MRPeasy even before I got my first warehouse,” says CJ Prem, Founder and Director. Becoming an established supplier in just 3 years Aston Precision […] The post Metal Fabricator Implements MRP Software Before Even Renting a Warehouse appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Distributors.
Design World
JULY 18, 2024
Anyone who follows which major topics are currently “trending” is sure to have come across the term “simplexity“ Composed of the two words “simplicity” and “complexity”, it is, at first glance, a combination of two opposites. Essentially, the term encompasses the desire for simple and intuitive operability of complex systems and programs, as well as… The post Everything is getting easier, thanks to ‘simplexity’ and some software a
Gary Mintchell
JULY 19, 2024
A major cybersecurity failure. I have not written about the “Blue Screen of Death” or BSOD since the late 90s and the PC-based control movement. Waking up this morning, that dreaded phrase returned to my mail reads. By now you’ve seen photos of lines at airports and other inconveniences. Someone in my community posted about difficulties finding a ride home from O’Hare in the early morning hours.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 17, 2024
There are lots of questions about humanoid robots as they start to make their way into commercial markets. While the “wheels versus legs” debate is the go-to topic, questions about the business model — cost, ROI, etc. — are also top of mind. Agility Robotics CEO Peggy Johnson gave us a quick peek behind the curtain for Digit while speaking at a tech conference this week.
The Fabricator
JULY 13, 2024
Fabricators are tapping into AI’s potential, using it to automate presentations and seeing how it can help with strategic planning. And they’re just getting started.
Design World
JULY 18, 2024
Nominees are sought for a new recognition program that celebrates the accomplishments and abilities of up-and-coming engineers. Engineering.com, one of Design World’s sibling publications, has launched Future Engineering Leaders, a recognition program designed to celebrate the achievements and contributions of engineers still in the early stages of their careers.
Gary Mintchell
JULY 19, 2024
• ResumeTemplates.com Survey Finds ChatGPT Helps 4 in 10 Users Get Raises, as Workers’ Fears of AI Fizzle Workers report that ChatGPT helps them save time, complete tasks more efficiently, and increase their productivity Everyone performs surveys these days. This company would not normally hit my radar. ResumeTemplates (think CV, not beginning again) provides a platform for free professional resume templates and examples.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 19, 2024
The F45.07 Robotics Applications Subcommittee will develop standards for A-UGVs such as this Husky agricultural robot. Source: Clearpath As robots spread from factories and warehouses to fields, standards need to keep up. ASTM International today said it has approved the formation of a new subcommittee on robotics applications. Its goal is to provide a venue where representatives from a variety of industries can come together to develop standards specific to their sectors.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 14, 2024
[ Editor’s Note: Longtime Modern Machine Shop contributor Barry Rogers, president of Illinois-based sales and marketing consultancy Alpha Strategies, died on May 18, 2024. Over the course of his long career in the machine tool industry, he worked for LK, Renishaw, Sunnen, Haas and Tornos, and had the opportunity to travel the world as a sales and marketing expert.
Design World
JULY 17, 2024
Contributed by Del Williams When the demand for electronic chips outstrips supply, prices rise, impacting consumers and manufacturers alike. Just as volatile oil markets succumb to geopolitical tensions, shortages, and natural disasters, such factors also impact computer chip supply chains. Fluctuations in chip prices can ripple through the economy, affecting the cost of electronics, vehicles,… The post Manufacturers are “banking” electronic chips to protect against shortages a
Robotics Automation News
JULY 14, 2024
Richtech Robotics, a Nevada company and a provider of AI-driven service robots, has launched its latest robot: Medbot, an elevator delivery robot designed to streamline pharmacy operations with uninterrupted, 24/7 medications delivery. With high operational accuracy, Medbot improves healthcare facility efficiency with a secure delivery, reducing operating costs and improving the overall patient experience.
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.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 18, 2024
Humanoids such as Tesla’s Optimus need commercial pilot studies, says Silicon Foundry. Credit: Eugene Demaitre Lately, not a week goes by without some announcement around humanoid robotics. However, developers should invest time and money into pilot studies now to identify the best tasks and commercial applications for their systems, according to Silicon Foundry. “We’ve been tracking the technology for a while to see the predicted timeline of what’s useful and viable,R
E&T
JULY 16, 2024
Twenty Starlink satellites have fallen to Earth and burned up in the atmosphere just days after being launched into orbit due to a faulty rocket.
Design World
JULY 15, 2024
By Mike McGuire When a fastening application involves fastener performance or fastener product quality complaints, the following list of questions should be considered in an effort to understand the reason(s) and the scope of the problem being experienced and how to evaluate it and solve it. + Who is the supplier? When was the product… The post Fastening application troubleshooting appeared first on Design World.
Robotics Automation News
JULY 14, 2024
The Healey-Driscoll administration, of Massachusetts, has awarded $10,280,407 in grants to 13 companies to support sustainable alternatives to traditional manufacturing through the Massachusetts Manufacturing Innovation Initiative (M2I2), a program through MassTech Collaborative’s (MassTech) Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) that bridges the gap between innovation and commercialization by providing capital grants and supporting pioneering projects in […]
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Robotics Business Review
JULY 15, 2024
VidGen-1 applies generative AI to produce video sequences for training autonomous systems. Source: Helm.ai Training machine learning models for self-driving vehicles and mobile robots is often labor-intensive because humans must annotate a vast number of images and supervise and validate the resulting behaviors. Helm.ai said its approach to artificial intelligence is different.
The Fabricator
JULY 13, 2024
Two-time Indy 500 winner Takuma Sato drove No. 75 at the iconic race held the Sunday before Memorial Day, a weekend when the sheet metal industry gained some significant exposure. AMADA was his car’s primary sponsor.
Design World
JULY 15, 2024
Pallet conveyors are hardly a new development, but the increasing speed and precision of these systems have made them the go-to conveyance option for a growing number of industries that are trying to boost throughput to keep up with demand. By Dave Giffels • Senior business development manager | Dorner Corp. Small electronics is one… The post Pallet conveying — for pacing small electronics and more appeared first on Design World.
Control.com
JULY 19, 2024
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology researchers have developed a proof-of-concept multispectral 3D camera that features optical components made using an inkjet printer.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 16, 2024
Fourier Intelligence has rebranded and is now operating under Fourier and Fourier Rehab. | Source: Fourier Fourier Intelligence Co. this month said it is rebranding to Fourier and Fourier Rehab. The Shanghai-based company said the strategic move reflects its commitment to expanding its innovations in humanoid robotics and rehabilitation technology. Founded in 2015, Fourier said it has developed robots equipped with dexterity and intelligence for medical rehabilitation, scientific research, and o
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 18, 2024
Shop owners today are spending more time focusing on efficiency, repeatability and automation using digital tools such as AI, or artificial intelligence. From large production facilities to businesses with a handful of employees, creating efficiencies in workflows is top of mind and is the key to growing profitability. IMTS 2024 offers visitors access to exhibitors with a wide swath of technology to help achieve these goals.
Design World
JULY 19, 2024
As versatile as the IDS industrial camera families are, sometimes customer requirements are so particular that a customized development would be desirable. However, this often only makes sense for larger quantities. For this reason, the company has developed the uEye ACP series: its modular design principle allows for a vast range of camera variants.
Control.com
JULY 17, 2024
University of Bristol researchers successfully developed a four-finger robot hand with tactile fingertips. The hand is capable of rotating objects in all directions while maintaining its grasp.
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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