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ABB robots help tackle Covid by automating testing, research and diagnostics

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ABB Robotics has developed an automated neutralizing antibody testing system with the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) that is the most effective means of determining an individual’s immunity to various strains of Covid.

Developed by ABB Robotics, Life Sciences and Healthcare Lab, located at the Texas Medical Center Campus in Houston, Texas, the system dramatically increases the number of neutralizing antibody tests performed, from 15 to over 1,000 daily.

With a greater number of people assessed for immunity against the different strains of the Covid virus, automating the testing will help UTMB researchers gain a greater understanding of the effectiveness of Covid vaccines. [Read more…] about ABB robots help tackle Covid by automating testing, research and diagnostics

Thermo Fisher Scientific partners with Celltrio to build fully automated cell culture system

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Thermo Fisher Scientific, one of the world’s leading science companies, and Celltrio, a manufacturer of robotics-based solutions for the life sciences industry, have collaborated to bring a fully automated cell culture system to biotherapeutics customers.

The collaboration will integrate the Thermo Scientific Momentum workflow scheduling software with the Celltrio RoboCell cell line automation platform to address the critical unmet market need for high-throughput automated cell line culturing and maintenance.

Celltrio’s RoboCell systems distributed in Europe will now use Momentum software for work scheduling and data management. [Read more…] about Thermo Fisher Scientific partners with Celltrio to build fully automated cell culture system

Mitsubishi Electric Automation releases new 3D simulator software

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation has released its MELSOFT Gemini 3D Simulator Software to allow users to expedite the design and construction of manufacturing projects as they introduce new automation components to their facility.

By connecting to a variety of software and factory devices, Gemini provides visualization, simulation, and the streamlining of work processes.

Gemini operates using a PC-based 3D digital space and connects directly to factory devices without having to go through an OPC server. This enables 3D data to be updated in digital spaces approximately 12 times faster than OPC environments. [Read more…] about Mitsubishi Electric Automation releases new 3D simulator software

AMD launches Kria ecosystem program to help developers bring automation solutions to market faster

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Chipmaker AMD has launched a new Kria-based ecosystem program to help developers bring automation solutions to market faster.

Building on the success of its AMD Kria portfolio of adaptive system-on-modules (SOMs), the company has unveiled the AMD Kria SOM ODM Partner Ecosystem.

AMD says this new program delivers production-grade, fully functional Kria SOM-based solutions that help customers get to market faster without the need for dedicated chip-design resources. [Read more…] about AMD launches Kria ecosystem program to help developers bring automation solutions to market faster

Wandelbots expands no-code solution to US with Yaskawa as early customer

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Wandelbots, the German-based no-code robotics software firm, recently opened a US headquarters in Chicago to expand its global operations and accelerate human-centered robotics solutions in the manufacturing industry.

Its signature software, Wandelbots Teaching, works the same with any robot, allowing users to control various models with no prior programming knowledge.

As the industrial robotics market continues to grow, developers and end users need an easy-to-use platform for robotic automation. [Read more…] about Wandelbots expands no-code solution to US with Yaskawa as early customer

Electric Future: Siemens providing software platform to support nascent electric airplane market

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Swedish electric airplane maker Heart Aerospace has selected the Capital product lifecycle management suite from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of software and services to support its design, development, and certification of zero emission electric aircraft.

Siemens’ Capital will provide electrical and electronic (E/E) system design and support as Heart Aerospace addresses the market and regulatory demands of escalating performance and commercial certification requirements.

As part of the extensive electrification in these aircraft, Heart Aerospace must address the complexity of the Electrical Wiring Interconnect System (EWIS) while also addressing electrical system compliance risk. [Read more…] about Electric Future: Siemens providing software platform to support nascent electric airplane market

Key Information About Scheduling Apps for Businesses

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Even though it’s 2023 and technology has advanced to the level where aspects of everyday life can be made simpler, many small to medium-sized businesses are still making the mistake of manually performing tasks that could benefit from automation.

One of the biggest areas lacking in digital support is the creation and management of employee schedules. [Read more…] about Key Information About Scheduling Apps for Businesses

Exotec expands warehouse automation product range

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Exotec, a warehouse robotics provider, has expanded its product portfolio with three solutions: a new conveyor system, an improved picking solution, and new proprietary warehouse software.

As inflation, economic headwinds, and labour shortages continue to place mounting pressure on supply chains, businesses around the world are looking for ways to address their immediate needs while also positioning themselves for an unpredictable future. Increasingly, this means doing more with less.

To help meet these needs, Exotec is releasing a new conveyor system, updated robotic picking solution, and proprietary warehouse software that all perfectly integrate with the Skypod system. [Read more…] about Exotec expands warehouse automation product range

8 Industries Benefiting from Artificial Intelligence Software Right Now

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The fast-paced technological advancements of recent years have enabled artificial intelligence (AI) to become an increasingly prominent part of our daily lives, transforming the way we communicate and consume media.

AI software is now being implemented across a range of different industries, from retail to finance, enabling companies to streamline processes, boost efficiency, and remain competitive in their markets. [Read more…] about 8 Industries Benefiting from Artificial Intelligence Software Right Now