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Healey-Driscoll Administration grants $1.1 million to Western New England University to support advanced robotic welding technologies

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The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced a $1.1 million investment to fund a three-year project at Western New England University (WNE) that fosters the establishment of a research and training cluster in advanced robotic welding technologies.

The award will support a collaborative project between WNE’s Center for Advanced Manufacturing Systems (CAMS) that will work with Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) and local industry partners to grow the advanced welding cluster and deliver new highly skilled workers to employers in the region.

The cutting-edge welding technologies have several applications in high-growth industries, including offshore wind, electric vehicles, aerospace, and manufacturing for national defense capabilities, such as submarines. [Read more…] about Healey-Driscoll Administration grants $1.1 million to Western New England University to support advanced robotic welding technologies

Going the last mile with robotic parcel sorting

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Everyone has heard of going the extra mile, but for e-commerce, parcel, postal and logistics companies, the last mile is often the most challenging. To streamline how parcels arrive on the doorstep, many businesses are relying on localised or temporary facilities. For smaller sorting centres close to the customer, robots are a proven solution to optimise routes, maximise available capacity and reduce overheads.

Hans Jongebloed, Senior Postal Expert at Prime Vision, explores the possibilities.  [Read more…] about Going the last mile with robotic parcel sorting

The digital crystal ball: Predicting the next move forward for sales intelligence

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In a letter to French physicist Jean-Baptiste Le Roy, in 1789, Benjamin Franklin wrote (of the new American states): “Our new Constitution is now established and has an appearance that promises permanency; but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”

But in a modern context, it would be safe to paraphrase Franklin and update his assertion to “nothing can be said to be certain, except death, taxes and the advancement of artificial intelligence”.

AI allows us such a panoptic view of modern Big Data business analytics, which is often referred to as “business intelligence”, that such BI can now be further quantified into subdivisions. [Read more…] about The digital crystal ball: Predicting the next move forward for sales intelligence

Navigating the Volatile Waters: Understanding the Market Trend for Bitcoin

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In the world of digital currencies, Bitcoin has consistently held the spotlight as a trendsetter and market leader. From its inception in 2009 Bitcoin has embarked on a tumultuous journey, marked by steep rises and sudden dips.

This blog post aims to dissect the current market trend for Bitcoin, offering insights into its volatile nature, potential factors influencing its value, and what the future might hold for this pioneering cryptocurrency. You can also explore quantum fbc for further information. [Read more…] about Navigating the Volatile Waters: Understanding the Market Trend for Bitcoin

Revolutionising the Logistics Industry: The Impact of Technological Advancements

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The logistics industry, a critical backbone of global commerce, has witnessed a significant transformation over recent years. This change has been largely driven by technological advancements, reshaping how goods are moved around the world.

The traditional image of logistics, often associated with a purely physical process involving trucks, warehouses, and shipping docks, has evolved into a sophisticated, technology-driven operation.

This shift is not just about efficiency; it’s a fundamental change in the way logistics companies approach their business, manage their operations, and serve their customers. [Read more…] about Revolutionising the Logistics Industry: The Impact of Technological Advancements

Locus Robotics picks ‘record-breaking’ 331 million units during holiday season

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Locus Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for fulfilment warehouses, has released its annual Cyber Week recap, which reports a record-breaking 331 million units picked globally on behalf of its retail and third-party logistics partners, a 66 percent increase over last year.

LocusBots picked almost 7 million average daily units, an increase of 107 percent compared with 2022.

Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics, says: “We are thrilled to have delivered another record-breaking peak shopping season for our customers. [Read more…] about Locus Robotics picks ‘record-breaking’ 331 million units during holiday season

ForwardX Robotics AMRs fulfill more than 26 million orders during global shopping spree

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The boom of e-commerce in recent years has significantly transformed the global business landscape, as evidenced by the remarkable growth in global e-commerce sales.

This year, a record-breaking $9.8 billion was spent by Black Friday shoppers in the US.

The global shopping festival, known as Singles Day or Double 11, saw over 640 million parcels delivered on November 11th alone and in 2022 brought in an estimate $140.5 billion in sales during the 11-day extravaganza. [Read more…] about ForwardX Robotics AMRs fulfill more than 26 million orders during global shopping spree

Pipedream Partners with Curiosity Lab to launch ‘world’s first’ underground autonomous logistics network

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Peachtree Corners, one of the America’s first smart cities powered by real-world connected infrastructure and 5G, has launched what it says is “the world’s first below-ground autonomous robot delivery system”. 

The project partner is Pipedream, the underground logistics network that is “revolutionizing the way goods are delivered”.

Peachtree Corners’ government and its partners say the new delivery system is bringing consumers “unprecedented convenience through faster, autonomous, efficient and cost-effective transportation channels”. [Read more…] about Pipedream Partners with Curiosity Lab to launch ‘world’s first’ underground autonomous logistics network

Bitcoin Buzz: Is 2024 the Year for Crypto Investments?

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What is Bitcoin?

Bitcoin is the leader of the cryptocurrency pack, a new way of sending and receiving money without any middlemen. With only 21 million Bitcoins in existence, mined through an intricate process, these digital assets stand distinct from their counterparts.  [Read more…] about Bitcoin Buzz: Is 2024 the Year for Crypto Investments?

Product comparison: Intel RealSense D435i vs. e-con Systems’ DepthVista_USB_RGBIRD

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High-performance depth cameras offer precise 3D mapping capabilities, critical for embedded vision applications to ensure real-time object recognition and spatial analysis.

Their advanced depth perception facilitates accurate gesture recognition and object tracking, elevating user interactions. Moreover, they help applications like autonomous navigation systems get mission-critical data for safe and efficient operations. [Read more…] about Product comparison: Intel RealSense D435i vs. e-con Systems’ DepthVista_USB_RGBIRD