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IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH will expand its GigE uEye LE series of project cameras at the end of June 2025 to include models equipped with Sony Starvis 2 sensors. These sensors are designed to support image processing applications in quality assurance, medical technology, and automation, and aim to maintain consistent performance in environments with… The post IDS Imaging adds Sony Starvis 2 sensors to GigE uEye LE series appeared first on Design World.
Cybersecurity companies have specialized in reports over the past few years. Some are merely surveys. Journalists and marketing people love surveys. I had a graduate level class on those things including statistical analysis. I’m not so sanguine. On the other hand, some reports are based on these companies looking into their scrubbed data looking for trends.
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) dominates headlines and stirs conversations across every industry, the question isn’t whether AI will impact manufacturing; it’s how. Accumold views AI as a powerful tool to enhance human expertise, not replace it. “At Accumold, we see AI as an enabler, not a substitute,” said Roger Hargens, president and… The post How Accumold uses AI for micro-molding project decisions appeared first on Design World.
Figure 1: The fully automated robotic welding work cell, with all actions orchestrated by an AutomationDirect Productivity PLC, synchronizes the welding process, robot movements, and fixture positioning. Source: Properly Works When a company known for its expertise in welding and steel fabrication secured a contract to provide fencing for construction of a bridge, there was no time to lose.
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An insightful conversation with Mr. M. K. Narasinga Rao, Managing Director, and Mr. Skanda Magal, Product Manager of Magal Engineering Co. India Pvt. Ltd., on the company’s role in advancing EV manufacturing in India. Q: Can you walk us through Magal Engineering’s core competencies and its role in the Indian automotive and manufacturing sectors? Mr.
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An insightful conversation with Mr. M. K. Narasinga Rao, Managing Director, and Mr. Skanda Magal, Product Manager of Magal Engineering Co. India Pvt. Ltd., on the company’s role in advancing EV manufacturing in India. Q: Can you walk us through Magal Engineering’s core competencies and its role in the Indian automotive and manufacturing sectors? Mr.
Just as I was wondering about anything new in process control, this release about Yokogawa releasing its next-generation CENTUM VP Integrated Production Control System came my way. They say that this celebrates the 50 th anniversary of the announcement of the world’s first distributed control system and 10 generations of the current iteration.
When a company known for its expertise in welding and steel fabrication secured a contract to provide fencing for construction of a bridge, there was no time to lose. Faced with the daunting task of fabricating over 3 miles of fencing within 90 weeks, it turned to Properly Works, a systems integrator with a proven… The post Welding project uses robotics to crunch 12 workhours into 45 minutes appeared first on Design World.
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Researchers at Arizona State University are working to enhance metal 3D printing processes through the development of artificial intelligence systems designed to improve the speed and reliability of producing critical components, including naval propellers. The project is being led by faculty members from the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence within the Ira A.
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Digi International had been one of two primary sources of serial-to-Ethernet converters. Then they went dark for years. They’ve returned to the public lately with a number of press releases. This one continues industry trends of enabling remote workers and security. Digi International announced the launch of a full-suite solution for industrial infrastructure management, combining the new Digi Axess mobile app with the Digi Axess VPN Service for 24/7 secure industrial infrastructure access.
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The Australian Government has marked a significant step in the development of the MQ-28A Ghost Bat, the nation’s first domestically designed, engineered, and manufactured military combat aircraft in more than 50 years. The milestone was achieved following a capability demonstration conducted at Woomera, where two Ghost Bat drones were remotely operated by a single operator aboard an airborne E-7A Wedgetail, as revealed in a news release.
As automation continues to evolve, the demand for smarter, more integrated solutions will only grow. The Accuride FULLELECTRIC® is a new approach to powered linear motion that represents the next evolution in system design. By integrating compact electric actuators directly into Accuride's industry leading drawer slides, this approach addresses the pain points of traditional systems while delivering reliable performance.
In a previous post I checked if the Logical Thinking Process (LTP) and its tools can help to “navigate the storm”, starting with a review of the Goal Tree.
In today’s logistics landscape, smart warehouses are reshaping how goods are stored, picked, and shipped. Advanced automation, IoT-enabled devices, and AI-driven analytics now power these facilities, helping businesses increase speed, efficiency, and accuracy. According to Deloitte, nearly 79% of leading supply chain companies have invested in smart warehouse technologies in the last three years.
SMC has introduced the ZHV series air amplifiers, designed to support both vacuum and pressure modes in pneumatic conveying systems. Also known as air conveyors, these systems transport bulk materials such as grains or pellets through closed pipelines. Vacuum conveying uses compressed air to draw materials through the system, while pressure conveying moves materials by… The post SMC introduces ZHV series for dual-mode pneumatic conveying appeared first on Design World.
A new software interface is intended to make the Amiga modular robot easier to use. Source: farm-ng farm-ng last week announced updates to its on-robot software stack. The agricultural robotics company said the updates demonstrate its dedication to providing affordable, practical, and easy-to-use systems for small and midsize farms. “Our goal has always been to empower farmers with equipment that is both powerful and affordable,” said Brendan Dowdle, CEO of farm-ng. “These late
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Integrating servo drives into motion systems forces engineers to make decisions that will ultimately affect the entire machine build. Specification choices include picking between analog and digital servo drives; torque-mode or linear servo operation; PCB-mount or fully enclosed standalone construction; and partially to fully distributed drive topologies.
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