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Nikon sells its 1,000th 3D printer to Bosch

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Nikon SLM Solutions says that the 1000th system it has produced, an NXG XII 600, has now been acquired – by Bosch. (SLM stands for “selective laser melting”, a technique for 3D printing or additive manufacturing.)

German industrial giant Bosch will utilize the milestone NXG XII 600 to “elevate the production” of critical parts for powertrain technology, hydrogen, and electric drive applications at its 3D-Printing Manufacturing and Processing Center in Nuremberg, Germany.

This center specializes in additive manufacturing (AM) for both prototyping and serial production, harnessing the power of Nikon SLM’s technology to meet growing production demands. [Read more…] about Nikon sells its 1,000th 3D printer to Bosch

How Does a Laser Hair Growth Device Work: Technology Explained

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About 85% of men and 40% of women experience hair loss by age 50. This translates to millions of people dealing with thinning hair and bald patches worldwide.

In severe cases hair loss may cause total baldness and this can be very distressing. Remember the infamous Will Smith at Chris Rock slap? Yes, that’s how “emotional” hair loss can get.

Hair loss can be caused by several factors including genetics, hormonal changes, medications, stress, radiation therapy, and poor hair management among other reasons. [Read more…] about How Does a Laser Hair Growth Device Work: Technology Explained

Transforming laser marking operations with collaborative robotic automation

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To increase output and improve profit per part, forward thinking manufacturers are transforming their laser marking operations with advanced robotic machine tending.

FOBA Laser Marking + Engraving works with Flexxbotics and Universal Robots to enable companies to achieve highest throughput and optimum marking quality.

In August, the three companies will host an event where they will provide insights into practical implementation of robotic assisted laser marking. [Read more…] about Transforming laser marking operations with collaborative robotic automation

Carbon Robotics celebrates more than 10 billion weeds eliminated

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Carbon Robotics, the leader in AI-powered farming, today announced a major milestone: its award-winning fleet of LaserWeeders has eliminated over 10 billion weeds across North America, Australia and Europe since its launch in 2022.

By implementing the LaserWeeder, growers can achieve higher profits, substantial reductions in weed control costs and increased control and predictability. Growers can use the LaserWeeder on over 100 different crops, including lettuce, leafy greens, onions, carrots, broccoli and herbs.

Paul Mikesell, CEO and founder of Carbon Robotics, says: “It would take 100 people 10 years of continuous hand-weeding to eliminate 10 billion weeds. [Read more…] about Carbon Robotics celebrates more than 10 billion weeds eliminated

How to design laser engraving work

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Laser engraving technology helps make it easier for you to turn a drawing into a physical object in a short period of time.

In order to maximize the reproduction of your design and create a better physical object, you should start by making a qualified design original.

Traditionally, design originals are rendered on drawings, and in the digital age, digital artwork design helps us do this.

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How to do laser engraving on metal?

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Laser engraving is a technology that uses a focused beam of light to permanently mark a material’s surface. It can engrave a variety of materials, including metals.

In metal engraving, the laser beam vaporizes the metal at the point of contact, creating a clean and precise design or inscription. This article describes how laser engravers can engrave metal materials and machines that are capable of metal engraving. [Read more…] about How to do laser engraving on metal?

Carbon Robotics adds new capabilities to meet ‘strong global demand’ for LaserWeeder

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Carbon Robotics has launched the Track LaserWeeder, a new model of its LaserWeeder, and two software enhancements: spatial data intelligence in the Carbon Ops Center and multi-language support in the iPad operator app.

By incorporating these advancements, Carbon Robotics not only addresses the diverse needs of farmers in various regions but also empowers them with actionable farm data, aligning seamlessly with the evolving demands of agriculture.

Paul Mikesell, CEO and founder of Carbon Robotics, says: “We are excited to introduce the new Track LaserWeeder unit and software upgrades that will further improve the efficiency and capabilities of our industry-leading LaserWeeder for growers. [Read more…] about Carbon Robotics adds new capabilities to meet ‘strong global demand’ for LaserWeeder

Exploring the Range of Optical Components Offered By EKSMA Optics

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Innovation is at the heart of scientific research and development. As technology advances, the demand for high-quality optical components to support these innovations increases correspondingly.

EKSMA Optics has been at the forefront of providing advanced optical solutions to meet this demand since its founding in 1983. It is a leading global supplier of laser components, systems, and optics that enable researchers and manufacturers to explore new frontiers in science and technology.

The company’s range of products includes crystal optics, laser optics, optical systems, and custom solutions designed to meet unique customer needs. [Read more…] about Exploring the Range of Optical Components Offered By EKSMA Optics

Laser Engraving vs. Other Engraving Methods: Which One is Right for You?

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In the dynamic world of design and manufacturing, the choice of engraving method can significantly influence the outcome of your project.

This article serves as a comprehensive guide, examining the pros and cons of various engraving methods, including laser engraving, with a special focus on CO2 lasers. Our goal is to help you determine the best technique to suit your needs. [Read more…] about Laser Engraving vs. Other Engraving Methods: Which One is Right for You?

Hesai Technology to provide lidar for planned Cratus warehouse robots

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Hesai Technology, a provider of lidar solutions, and Cratus, a software solution integrator for lidar systems, have agreed a strategic alliance to develop autonomous warehouse solutions using Hesai’s “groundbreaking safety-rated” 3D lidar, the QT128.

Cratus has selected the QT128 as the lead sensor in its all-new lidar perception package for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).

AGVs and AMRs have been used for many years in warehouses and manufacturing plants to accomplish a variety of material handling tasks. [Read more…] about Hesai Technology to provide lidar for planned Cratus warehouse robots