Market trends and business perspectives
The cryptocurrency market was born in 2009 after the launch of a project called Bitcoin (BTC).
A cryptocurrency is an encrypted decentralized digital currency that can be transferred from one individual to another.
Since the launch of Bitcoin, many players have joined the market. Aside from Bitcoin, the other top players are Ethereum(ETH), Litecoin (LTC) and Ripple (XRP). [Read more…] about Tips on How to Choose Which Cryptocurrency to Trade
Fanuc America, a leading automation solutions provider, is offering a free trial version of CNC Guide – Fanuc’s PC-based virtualization platform for control design, training and part programming.
To assist machine tool operators and builders through the rough economic times created in 2020, Fanuc is offering this simulation tool at no cost.
CNC Guide offers an immersive and safe way to learn how to operate CNCs, even for novice operators. Because the software creates digital twins of machine controls, programmers can test G-code programs with no risk of damaging actual machines. [Read more…] about Fanuc offers free trial of CNC virtualization platform
Visteon, the only global Tier 1 automotive supplier solely focused on the digital cockpit market, has contributed its technical expertise and manufacturing capabilities to provide the infotainment platform for Volkswagen’s new Nivus model for the Brazil market.
With its new coupe-style SUV, the automaker debuts VW Play – a pioneering infotainment system for enhanced in-car connectivity, streaming and other services – supported by Visteon.
Developed jointly by VW and Visteon in Brazil, VW Play was created with usability in mind. Delivering a premium user experience, the intuitive interface incorporates customizable control screens, offering a diverse range of connectivity elements, key vehicle information and application notifications. [Read more…] about Visteon debuts new digital dashboard infotainment technology
ABB is offering “customized digital tools and start-up services” as the world gets back to work after weeks and months of lockdown as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.
ABB says it is offering a “support package” to help restart production lines to support customers’ resumption of operations.
ABB’s Robotics and Discrete Automation business has launched a special package of digital solutions as well as virtual and field service support initiatives to help businesses restart production lines that may have been idle for weeks or months during the Covid-19 pandemic. [Read more…] about ABB offers customized digital tools and start-up service as world gets back to work
Saelig has introduced the new Impact-D 100AL embedded PC, equipped with an extensive range of I/O ports, offering maximum flexibility as well as impressive graphics capabilities.
The Impact-D 100AL is powered by Intel Atom Apollo Lake series processor technology, offering exceptional performance, extensive expansion, and an operational lifecycle of 15 years, all within a compact and reliable design.
Designed to perform in the most demanding environments, the Impact-D 100AL utilizes a compact fanless design, avoiding dust and particles commonly found in manufacturing facilities. [Read more…] about Saelig releases new embedded PC made by Amplicon
The advent of robotics has been a boon for the industrial sector and new innovations have been offering improved efficiency, less downtime, and better products.
From implementing robots for mundane tasks to enhancing precision of existing tasks, industrial robotics has come a long way.
The advancements in technologies have enabled manufacturers to utilize robots that are lightweight, perform multiple tasks, and improve efficiency. [Read more…] about New product launches to bring new dawn for industrial robotics
IMHX is one of the largest trade shows aimed at the intralogistics sector in the UK. Held in Birmingham, the event features more than 450 exhibitors and attracts more than 16,000 industry experts over its four-day duration, from September 24th to 27th.
As with the other events Robotics and Automation News has covered over the past year or two, IMHX is seeing an increasing number of robotics and automation solutions sharing the stage with technologies that have been established for a lot longer.
Longer-established technologies can be said to be the ones that brought about “mechanised” automation, which has become more sophisticated over time, integrating electronics and computer technologies into it. [Read more…] about IMHX provides platform for more robotics and automation technologies
by Sam Francis
Universal Robots has launched Service360, a new support service offering which the company says “enhances performance, increases uptime and mitigates risk through seamless collaboration”.
Chris Wilson, vice president of service, Universal Robots, says: “Our customers are at the center of everything. Now, we’re empowering them to proactively monitor, optimize and safeguard cobot performance with enhanced support and preventative maintenance.
“Service360 protects production lines, maximizes uptime, reduces risk and enables success by ensuring manufactures are prepared for the unexpected.” [Read more…] about Universal Robots launches ‘Service360’ customer support
by Anna
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has taken an equity stake in Realtime Robotics, Inc. a U.S. technology startup that develops and commercialises motion-planning technologies.
Motion planning is the process of calculating and determining the optimised path that a robot should take to reach a goal without colliding with any obstacle. Realtime Robotics’ motion path planning solution performs the necessary calculations in real time.
Funding by Mitsubishi Electric is expected to accelerate the development of industrial robot systems offering enhanced safety and performance.
[Read more…] about Mitsubishi Electric takes a stake in Realtime Roboticsby Sam Francis
RG Group has become the first US company to agree on a distribution and integration partnership for Doosan’s collaborative robots.
Doosan Robotics says its collaborative robots can be useful in different industries and processes ranging from assembly and inspection to gluing and packaging.
The company claims to have “the world’s most diversified lineup of collaborative robots” which boast high-performance torque sensors and the industry-leading collision detection technology. [Read more…] about Doosan Robotics signs up RG Group as first US distributor and integrator
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