AU Manufacturing

MARCH 12, 2023

Article by David Alatorre, CTO, Rivelin Robotics The use of metal additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized the manufacturing industry, allowing for the creation of complex and intricate parts in a faster and more cost-effective manner. Rivelin Robotics, which specialises in metal AM post-processing, already has products that do this.

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E&T

JUNE 1, 2023

Soft electronics and robotic devices could , like human skin, recover autonomously from damage with a new design made by Stanford scientists. For these reasons, autonomous self-healing robots have been extremely difficult to design. The findings of the research have been published in the journal Materials Science.

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Control Engineering

APRIL 27, 2023

By combining these two functionalities, ISAC creates a system that can both communicate and sense its environment, providing a wealth of new opportunities for applications in various fields, making 6G much more than just a communication platform. 6G – An overview of key applications.

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Additive Manufacturing

JANUARY 11, 2023

Highlights included more options for printing bigger and smaller, printing electronics and composites, and a couple of open platforms to allow more material development for industry and researchers. Desktop Metal Introduces the All-New S-Max® Flex, a Robotic Additive Manufacturing 2.0

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ATS

APRIL 1, 2025

Their main functions include hardening, stress-relieving, toughening and strengthening metal parts. This includes installing vibration monitoring sensors on fans and motors, measuring fuel gas and exhaust flows, and analyzing exhaust gas composition.

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Modern Machine Shop

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

GrayMatter Robotics provides artificial intelligence (AI)-driven software designed to enable robots to program themselves to perform surface finishing and surface prep operations for a wide variety of part sizes and shapes. Source: GrayMatter Robotics 1.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Mazak’s QT-Ez 8MSY features an 8″ chuck, milling and Y-axis off-centerline capabilities paired with a second turning spindle for Done In One Ò Multi-Tasking functionality. For further increases in productivity and automated unattended operations, the machine seamlessly integrates with bar feeders and robots. mm) bar capacity.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 24, 2024

This machine function reliably compensates for these fluctuations. The smartOperation machine function enables easy startup and control of the injection molding machine. The linear robot LRX 150 from KraussMaffei with EOT from ACH Solution allows an inline production with inspections, weight check and separation.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 19, 2024

The design freedom of polymer/composite additive manufacturing (AM) makes it easy to design different front-facing/insert holding (middle left and right) and rear-facing/handle versions (right) of the claw manual end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) that Zero Tolerance LLC has produced for its own and customer molding operations.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MAY 6, 2024

Tormach , a US-based manufacturer of CNC machines and industrial robotics, introduces its latest innovation: the Tormach 1500MX CNC Mill. a high-performance composite aircraft manufacturer. “It Additionally, the new 1500MX is optimized to pair with Tormach’s industrial robot, the ZA6 , for light machine automation capabilities.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The QT-Ez 8MSY easily integrates with bar feeders, parts catchers and cooperative robot installations such as Mazak Automation Systems’ Cobot Cell System models, the CC-10 and CC-16. For high-volume production of small, precise parts, the SYNCREX 38/9X Swiss-style machine is built on Mazak’s High Damping Composite Casting (HDCC).

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Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Laser Cutting Machine Outperforms Higher Wattage Lasers at Lower Operating Cost AMADA AMERICA’s Ventis 3015 AJe offers thick plate stable processing with standard smart edge function, which provides good quality on all edges without modifying edge cutting parameters. AMADA AMERICA INC.’s Mazak Optonics Corp.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JULY 21, 2023

The processes where vacuums may be used range from welding to milling to composite cutting. The unit also features two differential pressure manometers to gauge filter status, a static pressure gauge, an hour meter, remote start function, and adjustable timed shut-down.

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Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Advanced Materials and Precision: With the demand for complex parts and components made from advanced materials (like composites, ceramics, and high-strength alloys) increasing, machine tools are evolving to handle these materials with higher precision and efficiency. Training programs and certifications are becoming crucial in the industry.

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ATS

JUNE 18, 2019

Already used for drug discovery, quantum computing can help identify new material compositions that will be stronger and lighter than those available today and do so far faster. Robotic tasks like handling, assembly and packing will be more highly optimized for faster cycle times and reduced error rates.

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Trimantec

OCTOBER 30, 2019

As today’s machines advance with precision servo systems, programmable automation controllers (PACs) and robotics , there are experts that declare all machine components within a system are important to motion control. A key function of a machine's structural design is to minimize vibration, so production or tooling precision is maximized.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 26, 2023

The additive tooling matched identical carbon fiber-reinforced composite tooling in terms of dimensional control, vacuum integrity and true position hole location, while providing improved durability. It also reduced maintenance costs, tool costs (30-40%) and tooling lead times (20-30%). Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.),

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 23, 2024

In-cabin monitoring: RGB-IR functionality maintains clear video in varying light conditions for driver or passenger monitoring, explained e-con. Image-guided surgeries : IR imaging functionality can provide surgeons with additional visual cues and information beyond what is available in the visible spectrum alone.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

These sliding headstock machines are all constructed on the Mazak High Damping Composite Casting. Both controls feature the optional Mazak Swiss Setup Assist for fast and easy job setups along with the optional Mazak Dynamic Chip Control functionality. Models include the SYNCREX 25/8, 25/9X and the 38/9. L footprint with a 30.2”-x-19.9”-x-25.6”

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

We are investigating plant-based plastic composites and materials that could produce compostable plastics. What if we could find alternative plastic materials that degrade quickly, and leave no lasting environmental footprint? We are also undertaking research to improve technology for producing bioplastics from renewable resources.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

We are investigating plant-based plastic composites and materials that could produce compostable plastics. What if we could find alternative plastic materials that degrade quickly, and leave no lasting environmental footprint? We are also undertaking research to improve technology for producing bioplastics from renewable resources.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Modified Composition Enhances Stainless Steel Capabilities. Rotating Wire Function Cuts EDM Wire Consumption, Optimizes Mold Cutting Conditions. With the addition of the patented wire rotating function, iGroove, Sodick says it has literally put a new spin on the capabilities of wire EDMs. Photo Credit: Swiss Steel Group.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JULY 23, 2023

Pavilions at FABTECH are dedicated to 3D/Additive Manufacturing, Forming & Fabricating (Hall A) ; Welding, Welding Automation, Robotics & Industrial Automation (Hall B) ; and METALFORM, Finishing, Tube & Pipe (Hall D). SyncMaster delivers high functionality typically only associated with full custom systems.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 25, 2023

The intelligent sensor technology works alongside molding rigid plastics or elastomers and rubbers, neat, unreinforced polymers or composites, and with thermoplastic, thermoset or vitrimer matrices. Walter is focused on packing more tool grinding functionality into a compact space with the Helitronic G200 and Helitronic Mini Plus.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 13, 2025

The SRC safety robot controllers as part of SEER’s extensive hardware and software portfolio. Source: SEER Robotics Learning to build a robot in one week and deploying robot software in another may seem impossible, but SEER Robotics said they are becoming a reality at its training site.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Source: Enterijer Mesicki Enterijer Mesicki, with help from RoboDK, has developed a new robotic cell for aggregate processing and milling. Its latest innovation combines the widely available FANUC robot line and the robot programming functionalities of RoboDK software.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MARCH 27, 2025

Clarence, NY) Dynastraight Series of portable air-powered abrasive tools feature an ergonomically designed, lightweight composite housing that reduces tool vibration and is thermal-insulated to prevent cold air transmission to the operator. Dynabrade, Inc.s Made in the USA.

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