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E-Learning for Industry 4.0: Preparing the Workforce for Advanced Manufacturing Automation

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In the wake of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, commonly referred to as Industry 4.0, the manufacturing landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. 

Advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, and automation are reshaping the way the online education sector operates and are heavily used by e-learning software developers worldwide. [Read more…] about E-Learning for Industry 4.0: Preparing the Workforce for Advanced Manufacturing Automation

Patient Safety: A Top Priority for Digitally Mature Hospitals

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Many leading hospitals are embracing advanced medication decision support as a key enabler in their digital maturity journey. They are driving changes across the entire care continuum, from improving patient care to reducing clinician alert fatigue.

World Health Organization has been recognizing the magnitude of medication mistakes for many years. They are considered a major cause of harm and injury to patients within healthcare systems. They cost healthcare providers worldwide an estimated 42 billion each year.

Many hospitals have invested heavily in Best EHR systems. However, due to their lack of integration with EMRs and unaligned workflows, they rarely provide support at key touchpoints during the patient journey. [Read more…] about Patient Safety: A Top Priority for Digitally Mature Hospitals

Advanced Navigation ‘furthering space exploration’ with NASA and Intuitive Machines

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Advanced Navigation, an AI robotics and navigation technology developer, has been awarded a Moon to Mars Initiative: Demonstrator Mission Grant by the Australian Space Agency, to support NASA’s endeavour to explore the Moon and beyond to Mars.

The grant will accelerate development and production of the company’s breakthrough Light Detection, Altimetry and Velocimetry (LiDAV) technology.

Supported by this award, Advanced Navigation will deliver a space-qualified LiDAV sensor called LUNA (Laser measurement Unit for Navigational Aid) to US-based space systems company, Intuitive Machines, as part of NASA’s ongoing Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) programme. [Read more…] about Advanced Navigation ‘furthering space exploration’ with NASA and Intuitive Machines

fruitcore robotics unveils new operating system with integrated ‘AI copilot’

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fruitcore robotics, a developer of industrial automation technologies, has launched what it describes as “an innovative operating system that uses the latest AI technology”.

horstOS is designed to give industrial companies a new tool at their disposal that assists them in “every step” of commissioning entire applications with the intelligent industrial robot HORST while significantly reducing complexity.

With an integrated AI copilot, industrial companies can increase the efficiency of their production processes and save time. [Read more…] about fruitcore robotics unveils new operating system with integrated ‘AI copilot’

Industry group proposes plan to increase automation in logistics facilities

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The warehousing and storage industry faces growing demand to deliver goods across the country as consumers purchase more goods online.

To address the productivity crunch and improve workers’ well-being, policymakers should establish measures to support robotic automation in logistics facilities, according to a new report from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, the leading think tank for science and technology policy.

Morgan Stevens, a research assistant at ITIF who wrote the report, says: “Firms need to adopt robotics to help workers accomplish more per hour and stay safe while doing so. [Read more…] about Industry group proposes plan to increase automation in logistics facilities

Google’s Intrinsic and Siemens collaborate on AI-based robotics and automation

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Intrinsic, an Alphabet/Google company, and Siemens have teamed up to explore integrations and interfaces between Intrinsic’s robotics software, which is designed for easy use of AI-based capabilities, and Siemens Digital Industries with their open and interoperable portfolio for automating and operating industrial production.

Intrinsic has a world-class team of robotics and AI experts with a strong footprint in advanced perception, machine learning and reinforcement learning.

Siemens’ automation engineers and software developers have industry-leading domain know-how in automation technology in the industrial space. [Read more…] about Google’s Intrinsic and Siemens collaborate on AI-based robotics and automation

Types of broadband connection: Exploring the distinct technologies and their advantages

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What is broadband? This is a crucial question many may have, especially the old generation who are not well-versed with the concepts of the internet.

Note that the term “broadband” has changed the manner we communicate, share, and interact, offering faster data transmission and seamless connectivity.

Long gone are those days of conventional dial-up networks, as broadband connection offers various benefits, making it a preferable choice for many. [Read more…] about Types of broadband connection: Exploring the distinct technologies and their advantages

Comau unveils new ‘perception-based’ robotic picking solution

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Robotics and automation specialist Comau has launched what it calls the “MI.RA/Picker”, describing as an intelligent advanced automation solution for perception-based random bin picking.

Adaptable to any brand of commercial robot, customized bin or customized gripper, the fully automated picking solution uses two high-resolution laser sensors and a central camera to autonomously recognize, locate and grasp randomly placed objects at a rate of up to 40 pieces per minute (PPM).

Furthermore, its streamlined virtual simulation tools and predictive algorithms guarantee optimal path management and collision-free trajectories, for precise and reliable performance while lowering costs and potential risks. [Read more…] about Comau unveils new ‘perception-based’ robotic picking solution

Chicago area landscaping company deploys its first autonomous mowing robots this season

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Sebert Landscape, a commercial landscape contractor serving Chicagoland and Southeastern Wisconsin, is among the first landscaping companies in the US to add the new RC Mowers Autonomous Mowing Robots to its fleet of lawncare equipment.

Jeff Sebert, founder and CEO of the Bartlett, Illinois-based landscaping company Sebert, says: “I’m so proud to be one of the first companies to deploy this new technology.

“Our business model has always seen to it that we remain on the cutting edge of sustainability, innovation and green technology. This self-driving mower will fit right in with our goal of taking a lean operational approach to landscaping. [Read more…] about Chicago area landscaping company deploys its first autonomous mowing robots this season

Navigating the Digital Workforce: Harnessing Technology for Effective Employee Management

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In an age where remote work is becoming the new norm and digital tools are an integral part of our daily workflow, navigating the intricacies of a digital workforce can be both challenging and thrilling. Gone are the days of water cooler chats and walk-ins to your employees’ offices.

The contemporary workspace is an amalgamation of video calls, instant messaging, and cloud-based collaboration tools. But how can you manage your employees effectively in such an evolving landscape?

Technology, when skillfully utilized, can be your greatest ally in leading a highly engaged and productive team. [Read more…] about Navigating the Digital Workforce: Harnessing Technology for Effective Employee Management