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Archives for February 21, 2019

LogiMAT event sees more autonomous vehicles than ever

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LogiMAT is said to be the largest logistics and material handling event in Germany. If it’s the largest in Germany, it’s likely one of the largest in the world.

Held annually in Stuttgart, right next to the airport, the show attracts thousands of exhibitors and tens of thousands of visitors.

More than one of the massive halls in the Messe centre are filled with autonomous and automated guided vehicles, and many of the companies RoboticsAndAutomationNews.com reports on are present here this year.  [Read more…] about LogiMAT event sees more autonomous vehicles than ever

John Deere Power Products celebrates milestone machine

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John Deere recently marked a manufacturing milestone with the completion of the 5-millionth unit of riding lawn equipment built at the Power Products factory in Greeneville, Tenn.

Originally founded as a small, satellite factory, Power Products is now the highest volume facility for John Deere and is responsible for manufacturing many of the iconic green lawn mowers sold by the brand.

“The production of the 5-millionth machine is a significant milestone for the Power Products team, John Deere and our loyal customers,” said Jeff Hollett, factory manager.

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Mitsubishi introduces low-profile direct drive for direct control of a servo motor

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation has introduced a low-profile direct drive motor to enable direct and accurate control of a servo motor.

Machine designers and end users looking for direct control of a load without traditional transmission components will be interested in the new Low-Profile Direct Drive Motors (TM-RG2M / TM-RU2M), says Mitsubishi.

Built with speed and precision in mind, it provides a smaller footprint and allows for more compact, efficient, and precise machines than those typically built using rotary servo motors. Applications that are well suited for the new motor include coating and vapor deposition systems, index tables, tool changers, rotary material handling robots, and rotary axis on XYθ inspection positioning systems.  [Read more…] about Mitsubishi introduces low-profile direct drive for direct control of a servo motor

Hyundai Robotics prioritises research and development in future plans

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Hyundai Robotics is prioritising its activities in research and development and says such activities are central to its future plans.

The company held one of its annual technology R&D briefings recently at its Bundang, South Korea office.

The event was attended by COO Seo Yoo Seong and more than 100 executives and employees.  [Read more…] about Hyundai Robotics prioritises research and development in future plans

Paris skyline gets a lift

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The Paris business district of  La Defense will become home to a spectacular new skyscraper, featuring thyssenkrupp’s TWIN lifts with two cabins instead of just one moving in the same shaft.

thyssenkrupp Elevator will deliver 12 TWIN lift systems, a technology that increases transport capacity and improves energy efficiency.

Applying the TWIN frees up floor space, as this technology transports more people without increasing the number of elevator shafts. The new tower will also include another twelve conventional elevators and escalators.

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Alliance Ventures invests in Enevate to advance electric vehicle battery technology

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Alliance Ventures, the strategic venture capital arm of Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi, has invested in the latest round of funding in Enevate Corporation, an advanced lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery technology company based in Irvine, California, USA.

Alliance Ventures was launched last year to support start-ups, early-stage development, and entrepreneurs at the cutting edge of next-generation systems for the automotive industry.

The investment reflects the capability of Enevate in breakthrough Li-ion batteries capable of extreme fast charging with high energy density.

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