SICK’s newest multiScan100 family uses time of flight (TOF) measurement to create a 3D perception of its surroundings. To begin, SICK is launching the multiScan136, with a planned launch in the future for more products in the multiScan product family. [Read more…] about Improving industrial mobile robots with multiScan 3D LiDAR
QYSEA releases new ‘compact and highly capable’ underwater drone
QYSEA Technology has released its latest “compact and highly capable” underwater drone, FIFISH V-EVO.
The new drone is claimed to be “the first underwater drone to feature a 4K 60 FPS camera with 360-degree omnidirectional movement”, allowing filmmakers and explorers to capture increased detail and smooth slow-motion videos in ultra-high definition, as deep as 100 meters below the surface.
The rapidly growing market for compact underwater drones is being “revolutionized” by QYSEA, according to the company, which manufactures small remotely-operated underwater machines. [Read more…] about QYSEA releases new ‘compact and highly capable’ underwater drone
Thomson moves Swedish manufacturing operations to larger facility to ‘make room for continued business growth’
Thomson Industries, a provider of linear motion control solutions, is moving its Kristianstad, Sweden, operations into a larger space to meet what it says is “growing demand” for its motion control technology.
The Kristianstad plant has been a steadily growing supplier of Thomson electric linear actuators and linear motion systems to European customers and is on track for further growth. The new facility is larger, more advanced and will effectively support future business growth.
Peter Swahn, site manager, Thomson Industries, says: “Strict adherence to safety, quality, delivery, inventory management and productivity excellence has fuelled our success, so much so that we have outgrown our facilities. [Read more…] about Thomson moves Swedish manufacturing operations to larger facility to ‘make room for continued business growth’
How to Track a Phone Number on Google Maps
Google Maps is an excellent resource for finding businesses and getting directions. However, did you know that you can also use Google Maps to find location of phone number? This can be especially useful if you have lost your phone or if you are trying to find someone’s location.
This blog post will show you how to use Google Maps to locate a phone number, whether you have iOS or Android. [Read more…] about How to Track a Phone Number on Google Maps
Demand for robot vision system is anticipated to reach $7 billion by 2033
The global robot vision system market is likely to be worth $2,690.4 million in 2023 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 10.4 percent during the forecast years of 2023-2033.
In order to improve job efficiency and replace human labour, the market for robots is rising and is anticipated to rise more during the coming year.
The market is expanding as a result of increased adoption of machine vision systems and the use of cognitive humanoid robots in end use industries such as automotive industry and others. [Read more…] about Demand for robot vision system is anticipated to reach $7 billion by 2033
Drones navigate unseen environments with liquid neural networks
MIT researchers exhibit a new advancement in autonomous drone navigation, using brain-inspired liquid neural networks that excel in out-of-distribution scenarios
In the vast, expansive skies where birds once ruled supreme, a new crop of aviators is taking flight. These pioneers of the air are not living creatures, but rather a product of deliberate innovation: drones.
But these aren’t your typical flying bots, humming around like mechanical bees. Rather, they’re avian-inspired marvels that soar through the sky, guided by liquid neural networks to navigate ever-changing and unseen environments with precision and ease.
Inspired by the adaptable nature of organic brains, researchers from MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory introduced a method for robust flight navigation agents to master vision-based fly-to-target tasks in intricate, unfamiliar environments. [Read more…] about Drones navigate unseen environments with liquid neural networks
iFarm to build ‘world’s largest’ automated vertical farm in Mexico
iFarm, a vertical farming technologies provider, has agreed a collaboration with Opus 2G Group (Mexico) to build a whopping automated high-tech vertical farm in the Smart City of Tehuantepec in Oaxaca in the south of Mexico.
Built with cutting-edge vertical farming technologies, the farm will have a cultivation area of 38.500 square meters and will become the largest vertical farm in the world.
Smart City of Tehuantepec will be set up by the holding Opus 2G Group in frames of the project The Smart Industrial Corridor Benito Juarez (CIINT). The initiative forms part of the governmental project, Interoceanic Corridor of Tehuantepec Isthmus. [Read more…] about iFarm to build ‘world’s largest’ automated vertical farm in Mexico
Fugro’s marine robot completes ‘world’s first’ fully remote offshore wind ROV inspection
What is being described as “the world’s first” fully remote inspection of offshore wind farm assets has been successfully carried out by Fugro, using one of its Blue Essence uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) with Blue Volta, an electrical remotely operated vehicle (eROV).
The inspection at the Aberdeen offshore wind farm in the North Sea (also known as the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre) was jointly funded by Vattenfall and Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult.
This partnership gives innovators in the offshore wind supply chain the opportunity to test and prove technologies in real-world conditions to support innovation in operations and maintenance. [Read more…] about Fugro’s marine robot completes ‘world’s first’ fully remote offshore wind ROV inspection
Zelim selects Sea Machines’ marine robots for unmanned search and rescue vessel
Scottish Search and Rescue (SAR) technology innovator Zelim has developed the Guardian class of fast rescue craft, controlled by Sea Machines Robotics’ SM300 maritime autonomy, enabling unmanned operation of the vessel employing Zelim’s casualty detection and recovery process.
The 8.5-meter Guardian includes Sea Machines SM300 remote command and control product, making it the world’s first rescue vessel capable of uncrewed operation.
The SM300 hardware integrates with the Guardian’s propulsion system and sensors, enabling vessel control while streaming real time situational awareness and Casualty Detection to a remote command center anywhere in the world. [Read more…] about Zelim selects Sea Machines’ marine robots for unmanned search and rescue vessel
Nord Modules and Otto Motors partner to accelerate autonomous material handling workflows
Nord Modules and Otto Motors have agreed a strategic partnership to develop and integrate new modular solutions that will enhance the capabilities of mobile robots and create new opportunities for automation in factories around the world.
Both companies are presenting at the ongoing LogiMAT 2023 trade show, where they are showcasing their latest automation solutions.
The partnership between Nord Modules and Otto Motors is described as a “natural fit”, as both companies are committed to providing innovative solutions that help businesses become more efficient and productive. [Read more…] about Nord Modules and Otto Motors partner to accelerate autonomous material handling workflows