READY Robotics launches the READY Academy, an online educational platform where any manufacturing professional can rapidly learn how to design, deploy, manage and scale automation. By enabling … [Read More...] about READY Academy all geared up to upskill any worker in robotics
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EasyMile launches autonomous tow tractor
Autonomous shuttle manufacturer EasyMile has launched what it claims is the first autonomous tow tractor dedicated to material handling within a private site. TractEasy is designed for use at a … [Read More...] about EasyMile launches autonomous tow tractor
Stuttgart airport set for Mercedes-Benz S-Class highly automated and driverless parking
Parking at the airport could soon be less stressful. Bosch, Mercedes-Benz, and the parking garage operator Apcoa want to introduce driverless and highly automated parking on Level 4 of Stuttgart … [Read More...] about Stuttgart airport set for Mercedes-Benz S-Class highly automated and driverless parking
FLIR Introduces Elara FR-345-EST for Rapid and Accurate Elevated Skin Temperature Screening
As employees continue returning to the office, travelers start flying again, fans slowly return to stadiums, technology that focuses on maintaining health and safety in semi-public and private venues … [Read More...] about FLIR Introduces Elara FR-345-EST for Rapid and Accurate Elevated Skin Temperature Screening
FLIR Systems Announces Four New Exx-Series Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras
FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) has announced four new additions to its Exx-Series of advanced thermal imaging cameras: the E96, E86, E76 and E54. Compared to predecessor Exx-Series cameras, the new … [Read More...] about FLIR Systems Announces Four New Exx-Series Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras
Manufacturing
5 Reasons Compressed Air Testing Is Essential in Manufacturing
There are several reasons why testing is a necessity in manufacturing. It’s essential for safety, security, and quality assurance purposes. All kinds of businesses are now moving toward … [Read More...] about 5 Reasons Compressed Air Testing Is Essential in Manufacturing
Advances in Epoxy Coating and Technology Across the Years
Epoxy coatings technology has undergone reasonable advancements since its inception in the 1950s. After US restrictions on some Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) in the 70s, single protective coatings … [Read More...] about Advances in Epoxy Coating and Technology Across the Years
How to Get Your Aluminium Sheets Manufactured Quickly
The hand railings you hold on, the ships you ride on, and the bolt that protects your valuable things will not be possible without aluminum sheets. It is the widely used materials in various places … [Read More...] about How to Get Your Aluminium Sheets Manufactured Quickly
Robotic versus manual plasma cutting
Plasma cutters are very powerful machines that have the ability to cut through metal. Some of them are powerful enough to go through very thick pieces. In fact, they can go through them like a knife … [Read More...] about Robotic versus manual plasma cutting
Accurate force measurement even in low measuring ranges
In smart manufacturing, measurement tasks are more challenging and call for increasingly advanced technologies. With the latest generation of SlimLine sensors, Kistler has optimized their series … [Read More...] about Accurate force measurement even in low measuring ranges
Industrial Robots
The benefits of using universal collaborative robots
Most manufacturing industries face significant challenges today, which can be solved by robots. The greatest challenge that every enterprise needs to address is workplace safety. Every year, companies … [Read More...] about The benefits of using universal collaborative robots
Robots in Healthcare and Human Perception
Robots. They are everywhere. Every sector in human society now has robots that perform all sorts of tasks. Many times, those tasks are some that could harm flesh and blood if humans did it, or those … [Read More...] about Robots in Healthcare and Human Perception
US government awards Fanuc and Rockwell apprenticeship programs
Fanuc, the world’s largest manufacturer of industrial robots, has been named a Standards Recognition Entity (SRE) by the US government’s Department of Labor. Fanuc shares this achievement in … [Read More...] about US government awards Fanuc and Rockwell apprenticeship programs
Swisslog partners with retail chain H-E-B to build automated micro-fulfillment centers
Swisslog, a warehouse automation company, has partnered with H-E-B in San Antonio, Texas to support the company’s growing demand for online fulfillment. H-E-B says demand for its online grocery … [Read More...] about Swisslog partners with retail chain H-E-B to build automated micro-fulfillment centers
China has more industrial robots than next four countries combined
China has more industrial robots than next four countries put together, according to a new report. Data presented by Buy Shares indicates that China, Japan, and the United States cumulatively … [Read More...] about China has more industrial robots than next four countries combined
Features
The benefits of using universal collaborative robots
Most manufacturing industries face significant challenges today, which can be solved by robots. The greatest challenge that every enterprise needs to address is workplace safety. Every year, companies … [Read More...] about The benefits of using universal collaborative robots
Driverless cars: what technology do they need apart from being “driverless”?
The concept of "driverless" had existed for decades, and as time went on, it became a reality. And it is emerging to be the norm in the next decade. Especially because of Google's most surprising … [Read More...] about Driverless cars: what technology do they need apart from being “driverless”?
Popular Game Development Partner Services
The large number of game development companies are rapidly increasing. Especially with the rise of how popular gaming is with the younger demographics that are discovering their love for … [Read More...] about Popular Game Development Partner Services
Automotive Parts and Pieces: How Concept Vehicles Actually Become Reality
Did you know it takes a full three years to take a vehicle from the concept phase all the way to production? That’s three years, thousands of human hours and millions of dollars to get a brand new … [Read More...] about Automotive Parts and Pieces: How Concept Vehicles Actually Become Reality
Deep Clean Your Car Back to Brand New with These 6 Tips
For many of us, our cars are one of our most significant investments, and whether you own something at the top of the line or something a little more affordable, chances are you want to keep it in the … [Read More...] about Deep Clean Your Car Back to Brand New with These 6 Tips
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EasyMile launches autonomous tow tractor
Autonomous shuttle manufacturer EasyMile has launched what it claims is the first autonomous tow tractor dedicated to material handling within a private site. TractEasy is designed for use at a … [Read More...] about EasyMile launches autonomous tow tractor
Swisslog partners with retail chain H-E-B to build automated micro-fulfillment centers
Swisslog, a warehouse automation company, has partnered with H-E-B in San Antonio, Texas to support the company’s growing demand for online fulfillment. H-E-B says demand for its online grocery … [Read More...] about Swisslog partners with retail chain H-E-B to build automated micro-fulfillment centers
6 River Systems Announces Wave of Enhancements at FLOW 2020
6 River Systems (6RS), part of Shopify Inc., a leading global commerce company, announced during its second annual user conference, FLOW 2020, a series of enhancements to its wall-to-wall fulfillment … [Read More...] about 6 River Systems Announces Wave of Enhancements at FLOW 2020
How Machine Learning is Revolutionizing Shipping
Have you ever ordered a large package and found that it would be shipped to you the very next day? Ever wonder how it was possible that the minute you buy something online, it’s already found, … [Read More...] about How Machine Learning is Revolutionizing Shipping
AutoStore new Router system improves warehouse robotic productivity by up to 40 percent
AutoStore, the Norwegian robotics technology company, says its new “Router”, a newly developed software suite for its cube based order fulfillment system “increases robot productivity and efficiency … [Read More...] about AutoStore new Router system improves warehouse robotic productivity by up to 40 percent
Transportation
Driverless cars: what technology do they need apart from being “driverless”?
The concept of "driverless" had existed for decades, and as time went on, it became a reality. And it is emerging to be the norm in the next decade. Especially because of Google's most surprising … [Read More...] about Driverless cars: what technology do they need apart from being “driverless”?
Avnet poised to play key role in next-generation automotive technology
The automotive industry is undergoing an historic transformation which will fundamentally shift the way vehicles are manufactured as well as change the way we look at and use cars, and possibly all … [Read More...] about Avnet poised to play key role in next-generation automotive technology
Einride emerges as a leader in autonomous freight
Einride, a Swedish technology company that develops and provides freight transport solutions based on electric and autonomous vehicles, has announced $10 million in new funding from existing investors … [Read More...] about Einride emerges as a leader in autonomous freight
Siemens and VSI Labs partner to advance autonomous vehicle development
Siemens Digital Industries Software and VSI Labs, a leading researcher of active safety and autonomous vehicle (AV) technologies, announced that they are partnering to further advance development of … [Read More...] about Siemens and VSI Labs partner to advance autonomous vehicle development
Autonomous shuttles: Large, diesel buses being replaced with electric, self-driving shuttles
The autonomous mobility industry is tackling part of the last-mile problem that many commuters encounter when using public transportation by replacing large, diesel buses with a fleet of electric, … [Read More...] about Autonomous shuttles: Large, diesel buses being replaced with electric, self-driving shuttles
Infrastructure
Delivery vehicles moving to electric ecosystem
The unlikely convergence of a global pandemic and electric vehicle technology is driving delivery fleets to adopt electric vehicles at ever increasing rates. The coronavirus pandemic has reportedly … [Read More...] about Delivery vehicles moving to electric ecosystem
SVV claims China’s first dedicated low-volume manufacturing facility
Product development and engineering company Shenzen Valley Ventures (SVV) says its new manufacturing facility in China is its “first tier-1 facility” in the country. (See 3D tour of the … [Read More...] about SVV claims China’s first dedicated low-volume manufacturing facility
RE2 Robotics expands campus with acquisition of new building
RE2 Robotics, a developer of mobile robots, has expanded its Lawrenceville campus with the acquisition of a new facility. The new space will help the company to meet the growing demand for its robotic … [Read More...] about RE2 Robotics expands campus with acquisition of new building
Delta provides EV charging solutions to Jaguar Land Rover Philippines
Delta Electronics Int’l (Singapore), a provider of power and thermal management solutions, installed the first electric vehicle charging station for a car manufacturer in the Philippines at the … [Read More...] about Delta provides EV charging solutions to Jaguar Land Rover Philippines
Omron starts a virtual tour to its automation center
Omron will commence a virtual tour to its Automation Centre (ATC), a factory automation (FA) technology center where customers join with Omron to find solutions to their manufacturing … [Read More...] about Omron starts a virtual tour to its automation center
Computing
Steps to Take if You Want to Fix Macbook Performance
Macbooks are known for their reliability, but even the newest models are known to have some problems. Yes, a lot depends on how you take care of the computer, but certain issues can happen when you … [Read More...] about Steps to Take if You Want to Fix Macbook Performance
How to Choose a PCB Assembly Company?
Once you have printed your circuit boards after putting in a lot of hard work and time, the next phase is assembling them. When it comes to PCB assembly, you have to be very careful with it. If you … [Read More...] about How to Choose a PCB Assembly Company?
PostgreSQL vs MySQL for Robotics Companies: What Are the Similarities and Differences?
PostgreSQL and MySQL are both Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), which have been the choice management systems for many robotics companies for decades. Do you want to learn more about … [Read More...] about PostgreSQL vs MySQL for Robotics Companies: What Are the Similarities and Differences?
Yaskawa and Phoenix Contact partner to develop new PLC platform
Yaskawa, a manufacturer of motion control, robotics, and variable speed drives, and Phoenix Contact, a manufacturer of automation solutions, have agreed a partnership to develop a new programmable … [Read More...] about Yaskawa and Phoenix Contact partner to develop new PLC platform
Nvidia claims its Jetson Nano is the ‘ultimate AI and robotics starter kit’
Chipmaking giant Nvidia has expanded its Jetson AI at the Edge platform with an entry-level developer kit priced at $59, opening the potential of AI and robotics to a new generation of students, … [Read More...] about Nvidia claims its Jetson Nano is the ‘ultimate AI and robotics starter kit’
Science
Rethink Robotics establishes new company headquarters and Siemens Technology Accelerator as a shareholder
At its new Bochum, Germany headquarters, Rethink Robotics will develop new robotics technologies with the support of Siemens Corporate Technology, creating highly jobs for skilled … [Read More...] about Rethink Robotics establishes new company headquarters and Siemens Technology Accelerator as a shareholder
Plastic-eating bacteria could help recycle waste ‘six times faster’
The University of Portsmouth scientists who re-engineered the plastic-eating enzyme PETase have now created an enzyme “cocktail” which can digest plastic up to six times faster. A second enzyme, … [Read More...] about Plastic-eating bacteria could help recycle waste ‘six times faster’
DNA Paints a Literal Picture of Your Face
Two women in their 70s were sexually assaulted and killed in 2006. Police found the DNA of a suspect at the crime scene, but without a person to link it to, what use is DNA? Much more than most … [Read More...] about DNA Paints a Literal Picture of Your Face
New electronic skin developed to make robots ‘feel pain’
Scientists at the RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia have developed a new type of “electronic skin” that could make robots and other machines more sensitive to touch and contact. The … [Read More...] about New electronic skin developed to make robots ‘feel pain’
Scientists build robot to climb coconut trees
A group of scientists has developed a robot that can climb coconut trees and harvest the delicious fruit, or nut, or whatever it is. (See video below.) In a paper authored by nine authors, the … [Read More...] about Scientists build robot to climb coconut trees
