The College of Engineering and Engineering Technology at Northern Illinois University (NIU) will begin offering its first doctoral programs with three PhD degrees in electrical, mechanical, and … [Read More...] about NIU partners with Omron to introduce first PhD programs in engineering
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JTEKT partners with Plug and Play to invest in startups
Automotive components and systems maker JTEKT is partnering with Plug and Play, an innovation platform, to work on supporting and nurturing start-ups together. The two companies have signed a … [Read More...] about JTEKT partners with Plug and Play to invest in startups
Senseye partners with Fanuc on its ‘Field’ IIoT platform
Senseye, an industrial software company that specialises in vision systems, says its Senseye PdM technology suite will be made available through Fanuc’s “Field” industrial internet of things platform … [Read More...] about Senseye partners with Fanuc on its ‘Field’ IIoT platform
All Axis Robotics manufactures custom robot arm end-effectors with MakerBot 3D printer
MakerBot, a 3D printing equipment supplier, says All Axis Robotics is implementing the MakerBot “Method” manufacturing workstation – or 3D printer – into its automation processes to produce custom … [Read More...] about All Axis Robotics manufactures custom robot arm end-effectors with MakerBot 3D printer
BlueBotics says 1,750 AGVs worldwide now use its Ant navigation system
Just over a year after supplying its 1,000th ANT navigation unit to Swiss customer Cleanfix, BlueBotics says it has now surpassed 1,750 ANT-driven AGVs in operation. ANT stands for “Autonomous … [Read More...] about BlueBotics says 1,750 AGVs worldwide now use its Ant navigation system
Manufacturing
All Axis Robotics manufactures custom robot arm end-effectors with MakerBot 3D printer
MakerBot, a 3D printing equipment supplier, says All Axis Robotics is implementing the MakerBot “Method” manufacturing workstation – or 3D printer – into its automation processes to produce custom … [Read More...] about All Axis Robotics manufactures custom robot arm end-effectors with MakerBot 3D printer
Ford installs team of collaborative robots on Fiesta assembly line
Automaker Ford has for the first time introduced a team of collaborative robots that works alongside engineers in Cologne, Germany, to ensure every Ford Fiesta has a perfect finish. The six cobots … [Read More...] about Ford installs team of collaborative robots on Fiesta assembly line
ABB starts construction of ‘world’s most advanced’ robotics factory in China
ABB has started construction of its new robotics manufacturing and research facility in China, the world’s largest robotics market. The facility is expected to open during 2021 and represents a … [Read More...] about ABB starts construction of ‘world’s most advanced’ robotics factory in China
Stop & Shop installs robotic bakery ‘Breadbot’ at its Massachusetts store
Stop & Shop has teamed up with the Wilkinson Baking Company to install the Mini Bakery, also known as “Breadbot”, at its Milford, Massachusetts, store. Stop & Shop is the only grocer on the … [Read More...] about Stop & Shop installs robotic bakery ‘Breadbot’ at its Massachusetts store
Ericsson automated smart factory now operational in China
Swedish telecommunications equipment maker Ericsson says September 2019 marks “a major milestone in smart manufacturing capabilities”. The reason for this is that the $50 million transformation of … [Read More...] about Ericsson automated smart factory now operational in China
Industrial Robots
Doosan Robotics showcases ‘next generation’ collaborative robots at China fair
Doosan Robotics has been showcasing the “next generation” of collaborative robots at one of the largest industrial trade fairs in China. Doosan introduced what the company described as “the world’s … [Read More...] about Doosan Robotics showcases ‘next generation’ collaborative robots at China fair
IFR report: Global investment in industrial robots reaches record $16.5 billion
The new World Robotics report, released by the International Federation of Robotics, shows an annual global sales value of $16.5 billion in 2018 – a new record. At least 422,000 units were shipped … [Read More...] about IFR report: Global investment in industrial robots reaches record $16.5 billion
Record sales of collaborative robots reveal increasing demand for end-of-arm tooling
With a growth of 23 percent in annual installations of collaborative robots from 2017 to 2018, the new World Robotics Report, published by International Federation of Robotics, shows a huge demand for … [Read More...] about Record sales of collaborative robots reveal increasing demand for end-of-arm tooling
Universal Robots launches ‘Service360’ customer support
Universal Robots has launched Service360, a new support service offering which the company says “enhances performance, increases uptime and mitigates risk through seamless collaboration”. Chris … [Read More...] about Universal Robots launches ‘Service360’ customer support
Smart factories driving industrial robot controller market
The growth of the global industrial robot controller market is being sustained and driven by the accelerating activity in factory automation, according to a report by FMI. FMI’s research shows that … [Read More...] about Smart factories driving industrial robot controller market
Features
Delta Electronics starts construction of new office building in Netherlands
Delta Electronics has held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of its new building in the “Automotive Campus” in Helmond, the Netherlands. Delta is a large, Taiwan-headquartered company … [Read More...] about Delta Electronics starts construction of new office building in Netherlands
FedEx to test Wing Aviation drone for Walgreens deliveries
Wing Aviation, an Alphabet company, is collaborating with FedEx and pharmaceuticals retailer Walgreens to launch a first-of-its-kind drone delivery service in Christiansburg, Virginia next … [Read More...] about FedEx to test Wing Aviation drone for Walgreens deliveries
Geek+ Robotics provides innovation insights at technical forum on sidelines of IMHX
Geek+ Robotics, the world’s leading supplier of warehouse robots, has been providing technical insights into its latest innovations at a forum on the sidelines of IMHX, the ongoing intralogistics … [Read More...] about Geek+ Robotics provides innovation insights at technical forum on sidelines of IMHX
5 Reasons To Use A Docker Registry For Enterprise Applications
Docker registries enable developers to store and distribute Docker images. Most developers use Docker registries instead of other packages because they simplify development processes … [Read More...] about 5 Reasons To Use A Docker Registry For Enterprise Applications
IMHX provides platform for more robotics and automation technologies
IMHX is one of the largest trade shows aimed at the intralogistics sector in the UK. Held in Birmingham, the event features more than 450 exhibitors and attracts more than 16,000 industry experts over … [Read More...] about IMHX provides platform for more robotics and automation technologies
Logistics
Geek+ Robotics provides innovation insights at technical forum on sidelines of IMHX
Geek+ Robotics, the world’s leading supplier of warehouse robots, has been providing technical insights into its latest innovations at a forum on the sidelines of IMHX, the ongoing intralogistics … [Read More...] about Geek+ Robotics provides innovation insights at technical forum on sidelines of IMHX
BlueBotics says 1,750 AGVs worldwide now use its Ant navigation system
Just over a year after supplying its 1,000th ANT navigation unit to Swiss customer Cleanfix, BlueBotics says it has now surpassed 1,750 ANT-driven AGVs in operation. ANT stands for “Autonomous … [Read More...] about BlueBotics says 1,750 AGVs worldwide now use its Ant navigation system
IMHX provides platform for more robotics and automation technologies
IMHX is one of the largest trade shows aimed at the intralogistics sector in the UK. Held in Birmingham, the event features more than 450 exhibitors and attracts more than 16,000 industry experts over … [Read More...] about IMHX provides platform for more robotics and automation technologies
General Motors opens $65 million parts processing center in Flint
General Motors has opened a new ACDelco and GM Genuine Parts processing center in the Flint, Michigan, suburb of Burton. The facility will employ more than 800 hourly and salaried employees. GM now … [Read More...] about General Motors opens $65 million parts processing center in Flint
Warehouses becoming more flexible through the use of robotics
The warehouse is changing. Driven by a shrinking human labour pool and increasing availability of robotics and automation technologies, the warehouse is being transformed from a place full of fixed … [Read More...] about Warehouses becoming more flexible through the use of robotics
Transportation
FedEx to test Wing Aviation drone for Walgreens deliveries
Wing Aviation, an Alphabet company, is collaborating with FedEx and pharmaceuticals retailer Walgreens to launch a first-of-its-kind drone delivery service in Christiansburg, Virginia next … [Read More...] about FedEx to test Wing Aviation drone for Walgreens deliveries
Groupe PSA tests vehicle-to-infrastructure tech in Spanish city
Groupe PSA is testing vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2X) technology for the first time in the Spanish city of Vigo. The company has been partnering with the Automotive Technology Centre of Galicia on … [Read More...] about Groupe PSA tests vehicle-to-infrastructure tech in Spanish city
Hyundai and Aptiv form autonomous driving joint venture
Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv are forming an autonomous driving joint venture. The companies say the partnership “brings together one of the industry’s most innovative vehicle technology providers … [Read More...] about Hyundai and Aptiv form autonomous driving joint venture
Continental shows off autonomous mobility tech to German chancellor
Automotive components giant Continental has been showing off its latest autonomous mobility technology to the German chancellor, Angela Merkel, at the IAA event. Continental says Merkel’s visit is … [Read More...] about Continental shows off autonomous mobility tech to German chancellor
Daimler and Torc Robotics begin testing automated trucks on public roads in Virginia
Daimler Trucks and Torc Robotics are actively developing and testing automated trucks with SAE Level 4 intent technology on public roads. The initial routes are on highways in southwest Virginia, … [Read More...] about Daimler and Torc Robotics begin testing automated trucks on public roads in Virginia
Infrastructure
S2A Modular takes its ‘self-sustaining’ home construction offering global
S2A Modular, which claims to offer the first electrically self-sustaining, custom and smart-connected luxury residence, the GreenLuxHome, has established a first-ever “turnkey licensing program” of … [Read More...] about S2A Modular takes its ‘self-sustaining’ home construction offering global
House built using robotic and digital technologies claimed to be ‘world’s first’
House built using robots and 3D printing technologies claimed to be a first ETH university in Zurich, in partnership with industrial companies, has built what is claimed to be “the world’s first” … [Read More...] about House built using robotic and digital technologies claimed to be ‘world’s first’
ABB and Fastned open their 100th electric vehicle charging location
ABB, the industrial giant with a massive business in power generation equipment, and electric vehicle network operator Fastned Charging have opened their 100th electric vehicle charging location in … [Read More...] about ABB and Fastned open their 100th electric vehicle charging location
Electrify America and Stable partner to offer robotic fast-charging for vehicle fleets
Electrify America has entered an agreement with San Francisco-based electric vehicle fleet charging company Stable Auto to introduce robotic charging solutions for self-driving vehicles in a pilot … [Read More...] about Electrify America and Stable partner to offer robotic fast-charging for vehicle fleets
ThyssenKrupp to provide 155 lifts and 22 escalators to Beijing airport base
As the sole lift supplier to China Southern Airlines’ new Beijing airport base, Thyssenkrupp Elevator is to deliver 155 elevators and 22 escalators to Beijing Daxing Airport, which is currently under … [Read More...] about ThyssenKrupp to provide 155 lifts and 22 escalators to Beijing airport base
Computing
5 Reasons To Use A Docker Registry For Enterprise Applications
Docker registries enable developers to store and distribute Docker images. Most developers use Docker registries instead of other packages because they simplify development processes … [Read More...] about 5 Reasons To Use A Docker Registry For Enterprise Applications
Senseye partners with Fanuc on its ‘Field’ IIoT platform
Senseye, an industrial software company that specialises in vision systems, says its Senseye PdM technology suite will be made available through Fanuc’s “Field” industrial internet of things platform … [Read More...] about Senseye partners with Fanuc on its ‘Field’ IIoT platform
SEMICON Europa 2019 expands intelligent applications showcase
SEMICON Europa, the largest European event that links the entire supply chain for electronics design and manufacturing from innovation to application, will take place from November 12 to 15, 2019 at … [Read More...] about SEMICON Europa 2019 expands intelligent applications showcase
Traditional telco services hamstring WAN agility. Is cloud-based SD-WAN the solution?
In a recent survey, industry insiders predicted over 80 percent of workloads will run in a public, private, or hybrid cloud by 2020. This shift towards cloud computing is one of the key drivers of … [Read More...] about Traditional telco services hamstring WAN agility. Is cloud-based SD-WAN the solution?
Autonomous vehicles simulator Applied Intuition raises $40 million in funding
Applied Intuition, a provider of a simulation platform for autonomous vehicle development, has raised $40 million in Series B financing. The funding round was led by General Catalyst with … [Read More...] about Autonomous vehicles simulator Applied Intuition raises $40 million in funding
Science
Boston Dynamics’ humanoid robot shows off its gymnastic skills
Boston Dynamics, the much-talked-about maker of humanoid and canine robots, has been demonstrating the gymnastic skills of one of its robots, Atlas. (See video below.) Atlas is about 1.5 metres … [Read More...] about Boston Dynamics’ humanoid robot shows off its gymnastic skills
MIT showcases ‘blackest black’ material to date
MIT has been showcasing what it describes as “the blackest black material to date”, at a time when BMW has unveiled a new car coated with what the automaker also claims is “the world’s blackest black” … [Read More...] about MIT showcases ‘blackest black’ material to date
Cornell scientists develop new material to give robots more sensitive touch
A new synthetic material created by a scientist at Cornell University is said to give robots a “softer touch”. Developed by PhD student Patricia Xu, at Cornell’s Organic Robotics Lab, the “sensory … [Read More...] about Cornell scientists develop new material to give robots more sensitive touch
International Space Station creating new biological life forms
The International Space Station is creating new biological life forms using “cutting-edge 3D biomanufacturing”. 3D printing – also known as additive manufacturing – is a well-known method of making … [Read More...] about International Space Station creating new biological life forms
MIT develops thread-like robot that can slip through brain’s blood vessels
Scientists at MIT have developed a thread-like robot that can be steered using magnets and slip through the brain’s blood vessels. The university’s website reports that, in the future, this … [Read More...] about MIT develops thread-like robot that can slip through brain’s blood vessels
