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The Automation Revolution: Modernizing the Oil and Gas Industry

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Shifting Dynamics in the Oil and Gas Industry In the wake of a mounting sustainability imperative, business leaders are intensifying their focus on decarbonization, seeking innovative solutions to align their operations with environmental goals. Despite the transformative potential of cutting-edge industry 4.0

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IDTechEx Asks if Outdoor Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) Are the Next Driver for Mobile Robotics Market

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The table below briefly summarizes a few key benchmarks. Source: IDTechEx In addition to the technologies and regulations, IDTechEx also delves into the choice of items delivered. When assessing ground-based vehicles and drones, serval metrics can be considered: maximum delivery range under full payload, local regulations (e.g.,

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IDTechEx Discusses the Long-Term Trends Shaping Additive Manufacturing

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There will be additional consideration of the energy sources used to power energy-intensive printing technologies. This will be reflected in the growing yet dominant market share of powder materials in the 3D printing materials market. Evolution of Market Shares for 3D Printing Technologies and Materials 2023-2034.

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Trusted Digital Identities, Trusted IP, and Trusted Apps: Wibu-Systems’ Formula for Success at Embedded World 2024

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Wibu-Systems is set to return to Embedded World, scheduled for April 9-11, and will share an exhibition space with OSADL – the Open Source Automation Development Lab, at hall 4, booth 168. In its area, Wibu-Systems, recognized for its leadership in IP protection, licensing, and security solutions, will present a variety of innovations.

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Cooperative Robots or Collaborative Robots – Similar Names, but IDTechEx Asks if They Are Different Opportunities?

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Source: IDTechEx. As mentioned above, cooperative robots combine the benefits of industrial robots and cobots. The table below compares cooperative robots, cobots, industrial robots, and manual labor based on different benchmarking. By rigorous definition, cooperative robots are considered a type of industrial robot.

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800V Electric Vehicles Charge into the Mainstream using SiC Power Electronics

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Source: IDTechEx China is also signaling a transition to 800V vehicles, with development plans from major OEMs in 2022, including BYD, XPeng, Great Wall Motors, GAC, and others. These vehicles will most likely use SiC MOSFETs, allowing the SiC industry to tap into the world’s largest EV market, as China sold over 6.5

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All-electric Investment Fast-tracks Productivity and Raises OEE Bar for Hampshire Moulder

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Theoretical energy comparisons followed by a tool trial at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag’s Academy in Daventry gave David a ballpark 75 percent reduction in energy use when benchmarked against the hydraulic machine being retired. “ D&G’s founder was equally interested in having access to local service support and technical backup.