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Exploring the Latest Trends in Trailer Technology

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In the rapidly evolving world of transportation, trailer technology has seen significant advancements that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. As we delve into the latest trends, it’s essential to understand how these innovations are shaping the future of logistics and transportation. [Read more…] about Exploring the Latest Trends in Trailer Technology

The Latest Trends in Boating Technology

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Technology is taking the boating industry to greater heights. It has led to better navigation and improved safety and performance.

Thanks to technological advancements, today’s boating enthusiasts expect a certain level of entertainment and comfort. Outlined below are the latest trends in boating technology. [Read more…] about The Latest Trends in Boating Technology

Africa Automation Technology Fair: Inspiring enterprise for the future

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Technology is always evolving to improve modern life. The latest in artificial intelligence (AI), technology-based tactics, automation and cybersecurity are essential to master, particularly for those working in these sectors, and there is always something new to discover.

Just last month, South Africa introduced the first formally recognised Robotic Process Automation qualification in the EMEA region, opening new opportunities in education.

Technology shapes so many facets of life and is likely to create an unimaginable and exciting future. What is crucial now however, is to use advancements to solve problems wherever possible. [Read more…] about Africa Automation Technology Fair: Inspiring enterprise for the future

QYSEA releases new ‘compact and highly capable’ underwater drone

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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

Geek+ launches RoboShuttle Plus to compete with AutoStore

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Geek+, a provider of mobile logistics robots, has released its latest solution, RoboShuttle Plus, which looks similar to, and may compete with, the AutoStore system. 

Geek+ says its new RoboShuttle Plus system achieves one-stop storage and picking of all types of goods and delivers higher throughput and flexibility, adding that “this marks a significant advance in the interoperability of Geek+’s various robot models and a stride towards full warehouse automation”.

The upgraded solution fills the market gap for an all-in-one picking solution by coordinating of three types of robots around one centralized workstation: RoboShuttles handle vertical storage and retrieval of totes, P40 picking robots move smaller items, and P500 and P800 robots move medium to large items. [Read more…] about Geek+ launches RoboShuttle Plus to compete with AutoStore

Lockheed Martin Ventures invests in on-demand manufacturing startup Machina Labs

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Machina Labs has completed an investment by Lockheed Martin Ventures (LMV), the venture arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global security and aerospace company.

Machina Labs combines AI and robotics to rapidly manufacture advanced sheet metal products. This latest funding brings the total raised by Machina Labs to $21.8 million.

The investment will be used to accelerate company growth to meet customer demand, and to expand R&D into additional processes and metallurgical offerings. [Read more…] about Lockheed Martin Ventures invests in on-demand manufacturing startup Machina Labs

Buy and Sell Automation Components with Automa.Net

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Finding the right industrial automation parts and components can be time-consuming, which can lead to losses, especially if the part you’re looking for is an emergency replacement.

Instead of manually searching for suppliers and distributors in search of the parts you need, you can quickly access millions of parts from hundreds of distributors at Automa.Net – what is it exactly? [Read more…] about Buy and Sell Automation Components with Automa.Net

Flexiv robot used in avant-garde art installation

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Flexiv, a maker of general-purpose robotics solutions, has collaborated with internationally renowned artist Stavros Didakis in the creation of his latest art installation, Xenoforms.

As an academic, researcher, and artist, Professor Didakis’ work focuses primarily on technological futures with a particular emphasis on architectural augmentation, sensorial interfaces and technological frameworks as extensions of human environments.

His latest piece features a Flexiv Rizon 10 adaptive robot which randomly selects a 3D printed model, places it on a pedestal, and then replaces it in its original position. [Read more…] about Flexiv robot used in avant-garde art installation

Mouser takes a closer look at autonomous mobile robots in podcast feature

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Mouser Electronics, a new product introduction distributor with a wide selection of semiconductors and electronic components, has released the final remaining 2022 episode of its Empowering Innovation Together program.

The new instalment delves into recent developments in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), which has led to new enhancements and cutting-edge applications across a number of industries.

Although AMRs have been around since the 1990s, they have since received a technological tune-up thanks to artificial intelligence, computer division systems, and 5G communications. [Read more…] about Mouser takes a closer look at autonomous mobile robots in podcast feature