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Hypertherm launches new version of Robotmaster software

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Hypertherm has launched a new version of its Robotmaster software, claiming it enables process experts to program without robotics or CAD/CAM expertise. (See video below.)

Hypertherm says Robotmaster V7 is a task-based robot programming platform built from scratch on a completely new architecture.

Robotmaster V7 caters to process experts to make robot programming “easy and intuitive, even for first-time robot users”, adds Hypertherm.  [Read more…] about Hypertherm launches new version of Robotmaster software

Deep learning: Creating the next generation of smart robots

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Deep Learning for Robotics Summit
28th to 29th June • San Francisco

Join RE•WORK later this month to discover the latest advancements in AI and robotics at the Deep Learning for Robotics Summit.

Global experts will explore where AI meets the real world through human-robot interaction, imitation learning, skill embedding, robot perception, progressive neural networks, robotic grasping and many other areas.

We are offering an exclusive discount for Robotics and Automation News readers: Use code RA20 for 20% off your ticket.  [Read more…] about Deep learning: Creating the next generation of smart robots

Rockwell Automation to buy $1 billion stake in product lifecycle management software provider PTC

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Rockwell Automation is investing $1 billion into product lifecycle management software provider PTC.

PTC and Rockwell Automation say they have entered into a partnership that is expected to accelerate growth for both companies.

The companies say the deal makes them the “partner of choice” for customers around the world who want to transform their physical operations with digital technology.  [Read more…] about Rockwell Automation to buy $1 billion stake in product lifecycle management software provider PTC

IBM partners with artificial intelligence developer H2O.ai on driverless car tech

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IBM and H2O.ai have agreed a strategic global partnership aimed at combining IBM Power Systems and H2O Driverless AI to address the artificial intelligence demands of the enterprise.

This joint solution is ideal for financial services, retail, manufacturing, IoT and healthcare industries.

IBM Power Systems is the US computing giant’s line of server and data centre equipment and architecture solutions. H20.ai is a data analysis company which specialises in AI.  [Read more…] about IBM partners with artificial intelligence developer H2O.ai on driverless car tech

National Instruments introduces software aimed at simplifying automated test systems

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National Instruments, the provider of a software-defined platform that helps accelerate the development and performance of automated test and automated measurement systems, has announced the release of its InstrumentStudio software for NI PXI modular instruments.

InstrumentStudio improves the live, interactive use model for modular instruments and makes debugging while running tests more intuitive, says the company.

Engineers in the aerospace, automotive and semiconductor industries benefit from a more effective workflow for test system development, it adds. [Read more…] about National Instruments introduces software aimed at simplifying automated test systems

Rockwell launches network operations and maintenance software

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Rockwell Automation has released new software designed to simplify network operations and maintenance and give  centralised visibility into networked assets.

The new FactoryTalk Network Manager software is designed for monitoring and maintaining a growing number of IoT devices on networks.

It allows monitoring of Allen-Bradley Stratix managed switches, troubleshooting switch issues and configuration of new managed switches from one software interface.

[Read more…] about Rockwell launches network operations and maintenance software

Honeywell control room technology ‘transforms efficiency’ of Finnish recycling plant

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Control room technology provided by Honeywell Process Solutions has helped a waste-to-energy plant become more efficient, according to the company.

Honeywell says the “Experion Orion Console” has helped boost safety, productivity and environmental compliance at flagship incineration site in Finland.

Honeywell says Riikinvoima, a leading Finnish provider of sustainable energy, has “transformed the operational efficiency” of its flagship waste incineration plant in Leppävirta, Finland, with Honeywell Experion Orion control room technology.  [Read more…] about Honeywell control room technology ‘transforms efficiency’ of Finnish recycling plant

Rockwell Automation claims its new ‘Micro’ computer can reduce complexity of large machines

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Rockwell Automation claims its new “Micro” computer can reduce the complexity of large, standalone machines.

The new Allen-Bradley Micro870 PLC, the new flagship of the company’s Micro800 family, can be used in place of multiple micro PLCs, adds Rockwell.

The company says machine designers can use the new micro programmable logic controller to help optimize the control architecture in large standalone machines or systems.  [Read more…] about Rockwell Automation claims its new ‘Micro’ computer can reduce complexity of large machines

Carsharing startup Ridecell closes $30 million new funding round

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Ridecell, the platform for carsharing, ridesharing, and autonomous fleet operators, has closed its Series B funding round of $28.61 million.

The investment round was led by Cox Automotive, with participation from return investor Initialized Capital.

Additional funding came from industry partners across the mobility ecosystem, including Denso, Penske, Deutsche Bahn and Mitsui.  [Read more…] about Carsharing startup Ridecell closes $30 million new funding round

OhmniLabs launches ‘first’ open telepresence robotics platform

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OhmniLabs, a Silicon Valley-based robotics company, has launched what it claims is “the first open telepresence robotics platform”. 

Called the Ohmni DevKit, the tools are designed to enable faster, cheaper, and easier development of custom robotics applications built on top of telepresence.

The new Ohmni DevKit is based on the affordable, production-grade Ohmni telepresence robot and is designed for maximum hardware and software extensibility.  [Read more…] about OhmniLabs launches ‘first’ open telepresence robotics platform