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The Potential of Microcontroller-Based Systems in Industrial Automation

Automation World

While traditional PLC suppliers offer established software and support, the low-cost, highly customizable nature of Arduino and Pi systems is driving their adoption in industrial settings.

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Technical thinking: Rare cases of technology decline

Design World

By Mark Jones The norm is technology just gets better. Cars are better. The feeler gauges I used to adjust the valves in my first car still reside in the upper right drawer of my toolbox. I haven’t adjusted valves in decades. Same for my grease gun. There isn’t a grease zerk on my current… The post Technical thinking: Rare cases of technology decline appeared first on Design World.

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Robots, People, Jobs

Gary Mintchell

Another article just appeared on my news feed—Will Robots Take My Job? OK, that’s just click bait. People searching for something to touch a fear emotion have written these articles for probably 40 years. I first worked with robotics in the 1980s. Writers tripped over themselves to write doom articles either about Japan having so many more robots than America or about how robots will take all the jobs.

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Two straight years of growth for new car market

SMMT

UK new car market rises 2.5% in July to deliver 24 consecutive months of growth. Battery electric vehicle uptake outpaces overall market, up 18.8%, but remains behind mandated transition trajectory. New outlook reduces expectations to 1.968m units for 2024, with BEVs anticipated to comprise 18.5% of uptake. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The UK new car market rose by 2.5% in July, delivering two years of consecutive growth, according to the latest figures fr

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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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Schneider Electric Swells Electrification in the U.S.

Automation World

Schneider's commitment to advancing its domestic supply chain signals increased demand for innovative automation solutions in certain sectors.

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Celera Motion announces Aura P extension to absolute chip encoder series

Design World

Celera Motion has announced Aura P, an extension to the Aura series of precision rotary and linear optical encoders with MicroE technology. Eccentricity, caused by off-center scale mounting and bearing runout, is a common source of angular error. Two encoders are often employed to compensate for the error increasing cost and power consumption. Aura encoders… The post Celera Motion announces Aura P extension to absolute chip encoder series appeared first on Design World.

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READY Robotics, maker of ForgeOS, shuts down

Robotics Business Review

READY Robotics, a Columbus, Ohio-based company founded in 2016, has shut down. It was best known for its ForgeOS robot-agnostic operating system, but it recently branched out into automation consulting and launched a palletizing system. Multiple sources told The Robot Report a funding round fell through at the last minute, which caused the company to lay off its staff and close its doors.

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Cobots Take on Manufacturing Challenges

Automation World

From basic bin picking and placing to welding, soldering and assembly line operations, manufactures are finding collaborative robots suitable for more applications.

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EVs drive surge in used car sales

SMMT

UK used car market grows 7.2% in second quarter, marking sixth successive quarter of growth. Used battery electric vehicles record highest ever market share at 2.4%, as sales soar 52.6%. First half transactions rise by 6.8% year on year, with market now just -3.0% below pre-pandemic volumes. Download the used car sales report for Q2 2024 The UK’s used car market has grown for the sixth consecutive quarter, rising 7.2% in Q2, 1 according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Mot

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Fluke Reliability Partners with Augmentir Empowering Plant-Floor Workers 

Gary Mintchell

Tools for connecting workers with each other and with processes empower faster and better decision making crucial with reduced workforces. This partnership between Fluke Reliability and Augmentir pushes the meme forward. Augmentir’s connected worker solution helps to digitize frontline operations and increase worker productivity. This aligns with Fluke Reliability’s commitment to provide workers with enhanced decision-making capabilities across their enterprise asset management operations.

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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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Figure 02 humanoid robot is ready to get to work

Robotics Business Review

Figure AI Inc. today unveiled its second-generation humanoid robot. Figure 02 refines every element of the original Figure 01 design, and the company said it is one step closer to its goal of selling production humanoids to industrial users. Figure AI received a 2024 RBR50 Innovation Award for the accelerated pace of development that it demonstrated last year.

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Nvidia Announces Cloud Sensor for Autonomous Operations

Automation World

Generation of synthetic data is expected to speed development of AI for mobile robots and other autonomous vehicles as well as humanoid robots.

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Advanced MIPI camera modules from Innodisk and Advantech

Design World

Innodisk announced its cooperation with Advantech. This collaboration leverages Innodisk’s customizable MIPI camera modules and Advantech’s Intel x86-based AFE-R360 solution to enhance AI-powered object detection and recognition capabilities, expanding visual applications for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) in smart factories, warehouses, and retail environments.

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Advanced Product Configurator Launched

Gary Mintchell

This product is not in my sweet spot, but it’s one of those applications I’d have loved in a previous stop in my career. Compatio AI has unveiled Compatio Configure. The tool is aimed at the electrical and industrial automation industries, providing insights into product compatibility and application relevance. It enables staff, regardless of experience level, to configure solutions adhering to technical specifications, intricate inter-product compatibility and sales history.

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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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Coalition to shed light on economic impact of autonomous vehicles

Robotics Business Review

The U.S. AV Jobs Coalition says autonomous vehicles could create up to 450,000 jobs over the next 15 years. | Source: U.S. AV Jobs A group of businesses, nonprofits, and advocates from the autonomous vehicle ecosystem launched the U.S. AV Jobs Coalition. The organization aims to provide research about the economic impact of autonomous vehicles (AVs).

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Nokia Automates Inventory Counting with Drones

Automation World

The drones can complete cycle counts up to 10x faster than humans, enabling workers to focus on higher value add tasks such as picking and packing.

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The Connected Future of High-Volume Battery Production

Design World

To become a leading high-volume LiB producer, a company must overcome the considerable operational challenges of battery production to achieve the desired financial results. In a conventional Gigafactory, the levels of automation are generally low when compared with more mature industries. As a result, thousands of manual operations are required to produce hundreds of thousand… The post The Connected Future of High-Volume Battery Production appeared first on Design World.

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Tenable Unveils Vulnerability Intelligence Data and Response Capabilities 

Gary Mintchell

Without context more data becomes as useful as counting stars on a clear night in the desert. Too much; can’t comprehend. Such is the state of cybersecurity. Tenable has released a couple of new capabilities to its portfolio using understanding of its vast data to provide context to users seeking to find real vulnerabilities in their systems. First up, two definitions that Tenable provided (and I hate shortened words): Vulnerability Intelligence: brings together a vast number of sources pulled f

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

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Symbotic acquires Veo Robotics

Robotics Business Review

Symbotic, a leading developer of logistics automation, has acquired “substantially all of the assets” of Veo Robotics for an undisclosed amount. Symbotic confirmed the deal via email to The Robot Report. We are trying to learn exactly what Symbotic acquired, but it sounds like most of Veo’s IP and employees are now at Symbotic. Symbotic told The Robot Report it now owns Veo Robotics’ FreeMove technology that supports safeguarding for industrial robots and promotes human-r

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Amy’s Kitchen Boosts Yields and Production with Chef Robotics

Automation World

Since implementing the Chef system, Amy’s Kitchen has improved product consistency of runs by 12%, reduced food giveaway by 4% and increased labor productivity by 17%.

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New LS Electric XGB PLC models from AutomationDirect support high speed

Design World

AutomationDirect released three new LS Electric XGB PLC models that provide advanced control at a lower cost. Two 16-point two-axis motion PLC units and a 14-point relay output model are now available. The two-axis PLC versions support pulse-direction control from the embedded I/O, featuring four high-speed inputs, two high-speed outputs, and EtherCAT motion using EtherCAT… The post New LS Electric XGB PLC models from AutomationDirect support high speed appeared first on Design World.

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Transforming business communication with generative AI

The Fabricator

Although Kapco Metal Stamping has just begun using generative AI tools like Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT, the potential use cases could change how business leaders communicate.

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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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Robotic buoys make their mark at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Robotics Business Review

The Olympics are the ultimate showcase for human endurance, speed, and skill. The equipment that the athletes use and the venues in which they compete continue to evolve every four years. Innovation enables people from around the world to continually push the boundaries of competition in their respective sports. In Olympic sailing, all of the boats and sails are identical.

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ABB Drives Helps MPS Make Egg Farming More Sustainable

Automation World

By adopting the Kipster concept and specifying ABB drives as a requirement for their operations, MPS Egg Farms moves a big step closer to achieving its goal of full circularity in egg farming.

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mk conveyor QR code makes documentation more accessible

Design World

For convenience and to reduce paper waste, mk North America will now provide operating manuals, project drawings, and recommended spare parts lists through a QR code integrated into the conveyor system’s serial number tag. By scanning the mk conveyor QR code, customers will be directed to a dedicated webpage tailored to their specific project.

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Risk Is Different With AI. Here’s How to Think About It.

Industry Week

Most people in the current workforce had no exposure to AI technology when they attended school. This makes it challenging to identify, manage and mitigate its risks.

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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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Soft Robotics exits gripper business, launches AI-focused company

Robotics Business Review

Soft Robotics spinoff Oxiptal AI’s vision tech can detect bruises on produce, excess fat on proteins, burn marks on snacks, and more. | Credit: Oxipital AI After two straight record years during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, industrial robot sales have crashed back to reality, especially in North America. According to industry association A3, sales of industrial robots in North America declined 30% in 2023.

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Reducing Quality Defects with AI

Automation World

A marine diesel engine manufacturer integrates artificial intelligence into its operations and, within 90 days, the application detected 20 real-time events, prevented more than $4.5 million in engine damage and delivered a 10x project ROI.

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Lindsay updates its Watchdog Tracker LT2 and SentraLink LD for remote monitoring

Design World

Lindsay Corporation updated two Elecsys products for the oil and gas pipeline industries: Watchdog Tracker LT2 and SentraLink LD. Both products are powered by Elecsys Connect, a web-based platform that provides real-time insight and control over monitoring assets. Vast sections of pipeline can be difficult to monitor, so Watchdog Tracker LT2 and SentraLink LD are pre-configured… The post Lindsay updates its Watchdog Tracker LT2 and SentraLink LD for remote monitoring appeared first on Desi

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Building the Quantum Technology Supply Chain With MATTR

NIST

How do you build the supply chain for the emerging field of quantum technology? Look to NIST’s MATTR service, which can determine the capabilities needed.

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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!