Fri.May 05, 2023

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Mouser Electronics’ CEO Glenn Smith celebrating 50-year anniversary

Design World

Mouser Electronics Inc. has announced the 50th service anniversary of company President and CEO Glenn Smith, who continues to impress with his dedication to the company, employees, and the industry. Much has changed since 1973 when college junior Smith got a part-time job in the warehouse of what was little more than an electronics startup… The post Mouser Electronics’ CEO Glenn Smith celebrating 50-year anniversary appeared first on Design World.

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Does Medicare Cover Telemedicine?

Robotics Automation News

In the age of technology breakthroughs, telemedicine has emerged as a popular choice for people to obtain healthcare services from the convenience of their homes. Telemedicine, which includes video conferencing, is the use of technology to deliver healthcare services remotely.

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Giant solar-powered butterfly shows climate change solutions

Design World

The SolarButterfly is focused on reaching millions of people, alerting them to the companies and individuals that are integral in transitioning societies away from fossil fuels toward clean energy technologies. Presently on a four-year journey around the world, the SolarButterfly plans to identify, record, and publicize at least a thousand climate protection pioneers and their… The post Giant solar-powered butterfly shows climate change solutions appeared first on Design World.

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ABB Technology To Tackle Methane Leakages From Orphan Oil and Gas Wells

Gary Mintchell

Often by the time a tech or business story hits mainstream media or politics the situation is on the downward slope of the sine wave. There was a story in The New York Times today about pollution and emissions from petrochemical plants. Surely that has been a big problem. But companies have been tackling the problem for a while, now. Here is a story from ABB which has developed technology applications to find methane leakages so that they may be repaired.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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Softing launches the CableMaster 210 ethernet cable tester

Design World

Softing Inc. introduces the CableMaster 210, a professional, economical Ethernet cable tester that’s small enough to fit in your pocket. CableMaster 210 is part of a complete portfolio of professional Ethernet cable testing solutions offered by Softing including the flagship WireXpert copper cable certifier, FiberXpert fiber cable certifier, the award-winning NetXpert XG2 Ethernet cable BERT… The post Softing launches the CableMaster 210 ethernet cable tester appeared first on Design World

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HYSON refreshes its brand with new logo and more

Design World

Hyson Metal Forming Solutions, a business of Barnes, is announcing a refresh of its brand. This refresh includes an updated logo and visual branding to support Hyson’s mission to focus on innovation that creates value for the customer through a passionate and empowered team. As such, Hyson is now Hyson, with modern, brighter concepts that… The post HYSON refreshes its brand with new logo and more appeared first on Design World.

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Stunning But Impractical: Pros and Cons of Panoramic Roof

Robotics Automation News

There was a time when a regular sunroof was considered a luxury. But today in the US, this feature is becoming commonplace, and manufacturers install entire glass panels on many modern cars. But what is a panoramic roof? Is this an advantage or rather a disaster?

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Ixxat Safe T100/FSoE allows functional safety over EtherCAT

Design World

HMS Networks now releases a new version of the Ixxat SafeT100 module allowing users to implement safe I/Os for FSoE – Functional Safety over EtherCAT. Previously available for PROFIsafe and CIP Safety, the new version supports Functional Safety over EtherCAT according to ETG 5100 V1.2.0. Ixxat Safe T100 is an all-in-one safety solution that allows… The post Ixxat Safe T100/FSoE allows functional safety over EtherCAT appeared first on Design World.

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A manufacturer's disciplined approach to troubleshooting component problems

The Fabricator

A press shop experiences many types of failure. The right approach to troubleshooting can give employees better skills for the process and prevent more failures in the first place.

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The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition

The world of manufacturing is evolving—and so must the factories that drive it. This eBook reveals five transformative strategies that can help manufacturers gain a lasting competitive edge. Through insights from aerospace leaders, energy innovators, and the factories of tomorrow, we show how manufacturers are moving beyond traditional approaches. From building smarter, adaptable systems to embracing iterative design and fostering resilient cultures, these strategies are shaping the future of pr

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Reliable, easy to set-up, entry level HMI

Design World

Pro-face announces the ET6000 Entry Level Series, a line of cost-effective industrial touchscreen interfaces. These HMIs are designed to provide functionality for applications that require basic control and monitoring capabilities. The ET6000 series includes display sizes 7 in. and 10 in., both featuring high-resolution touch screens and customizable graphical interfaces.

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Money & Markets: AI chatbots will replace jobs – but not the cool ones

E&T

According to Goldman Sachs, AI will automate 37 per cent of architecture and engineering tasks. For Luddites, this means 37 per cent fewer engineering jobs, yet we number people know Pareto and his distribution and understand that 80 per cent of the work we do is worth 20 per cent of the total value of our output and that with the removal of nearly half of our loathed spam tasks, AI will actually mean we can do so much more cool stuff.

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Doosan Robotics partners with Finch Automation to expand distribution in Midwestern US

Robotics Automation News

Doosan Robotics Americas, a maker of industrial and collaborative robotics, has agreed a strategic partnership with Indiana-based Finch Automation. The new relationship expands the reach of Doosan service robots and cobots to OEM machine builders and end users in the Midwest region of the US.

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Christine Boles discusses key robotics technology from Intel

Robotics Business Review

Christine Boles, VP and GM of Intel's Industrial Solutions discusses the key technologies available for robotics development and future technologies. The post Christine Boles discusses key robotics technology from Intel appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

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Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?

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.

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The Role of Binance Coin in Binance Smart Chain

Robotics Automation News

In recent years, the cryptocurrency market has experienced tremendous growth, and with it, the rise of various cryptocurrencies. One of such cryptocurrencies is Binance Coin (BNB), the official cryptocurrency of the Binance cryptocurrency exchange. However, Binance Coin has more uses than just being used as a means of payment on the Binance platform.

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King Charles portrait accessible through augmented-reality technology

E&T

The portrait has been created from thousands of drawings of King Charles III made by children across the UK. The final portrait has been unveiled at Outernet London – BBC Children in Need Home of the Coronation – and will be open to visitors until 8 May 2023. The project is known as 'Royally Big Portrait' and is led by artist Sam Barnett as part of a collaboration with BBC's Children in Need.

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Perks of De-Fi and how it will impact the world

Robotics Automation News

As we move into a cashless society, the need to keep track of transactions and assets across multiple jurisdictions increases. Financing solutions in both the private and public sectors provide options to meet the evolving needs of these industries. The world of finance is not slowing down – rather, it is accelerating faster than ever.

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Facebook Marketplace fails to remove listings of dangerous electrical goods

E&T

Electrical Safety First (ESF) flagged ten dangerous and substandard products to Meta in late February as part of a wide-scale investigation that identified dangerous goods for sale via five major online marketplaces. Amazon Marketplace, eBay, Wish.com and AliExpress all responded to alerts from the charity by swiftly removing the listings. But ESF says goods that expose shoppers to risk of electric shock and fire remained on sale via Facebook Marketplace.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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3 takeaways from ProMat 2023

Robotics Business Review

Recently, nearly 1,000 of the world’s leading manufacturing and supply chain solution providers gathered at ProMat 2023 to showcase what the future of the industry holds. The post 3 takeaways from ProMat 2023 appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

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Vietnam’s production of rare earth materials soared in 2022

E&T

Vietnam has boosted its mining of rare earth materials as companies around the world look to divest from Chinese materials. The Southeast Asian country has the world's second-largest estimated deposits of rare earths, a group of 17 elements that are crucial for making a range of electronic products, from m agnets, glass screens and speakers to trains, mobile phones and missile guidance systems.

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Mattamy Homes to add new routes to Beep autonomous shuttle network at 8,300-acre, master-planned residential development

Robotics Automation News

Mattamy Homes, one of the largest privately owned homebuilders in North America, and Beep, an autonomous mobility solutions provider, say they are continuing their “commitment to smart and sustainable growth through advanced autonomous services connecting current and future key destinations” within Tradition, a master-planned community with more than 2,500 homes built on 8,300 acres of […]

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Collaboration on optimisation of large batteries to revolutionise future energy use

E&T

SSE Energy Solutions’ software grid balancing technology, Enhance, is designed to help maximise the efficiency of mega batteries. Now, the Enhance platform has been deployed at one of the world’s leading energy research centres, managing the operation of the 2MW battery at the University of Sheffield’s Willenhall Energy Storage facility. The £4m research facility is part of the University of Sheffield’s Centre for Research into Electrical Energy Storage and Applications (CREESA), which aims to a

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Build & Own Scale-Ready Industrial IoT Solution on Flex83 Middleware

Your Industrial IoT software is never ready to scale unless your platform can handle multiple assets at enterprise-level, deploy on any cloud, and provide a modern tech stack for rapid application development with complete IP Ownership, all while reducing cloud operations costs by 90% per connected device. In the technical paper developed with the product team behind Flex83, find how you can build & own your custom IoT platform on the Flex83 Middleware that: Is Scale-ready for 65M+ Connected Ass

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The Role of Chainlink in Empowering Decentralized Autonomous Organizations

Robotics Automation News

The world of decentralized finance (DeFi) is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) are at the forefront of this revolution. DAOs are entities that operate independently, governed by smart contracts, and are entirely transparent and autonomous.

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RAPID + TCT 2023 Booth Interview: Nexa3D XiP Pro

Additive Manufacturing

Nexa3D , the ultrafast polymer 3D printing leader, announced its XiP Pro ultrafast industrial 3D printer. Lewis Simms , Head of Industrial Product Marketing at Nexa3D, explains how this machine provides the highest daily production throughput and lowest total cost of ownership in its class. Topics include: Build Volume: A single XiP Pro delivers the daily throughput of at least four competitive resin-based printers.

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Best Cameras for Product Photography: Your Ultimate Guide

Robotics Automation News

Product photography can make or break your business. With the rise of online shopping, high-quality product photos have become more important than ever before. You need the right equipment to achieve stunning visuals, and your camera is one of the most important pieces.

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Avicanna and Northern Green Canada enter MSA

Canadian Manufacturing

Photo: Avicanna. TORONTO — Avicanna Inc., a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development, manufacturing and commercialization of plant-derived cannabinoid-based products, has entered into a Master Service Agreement (MSA) with Northern Green Canada (NGC) a federally-licensed EU GMP-certified cannabis producer to operationalize MyMedi.ca medical cannabis care platform’s logistics and fulfilment infrastructure.

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.

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Ethereum 2.0 Could End Bitcoin’s Dominance

Robotics Automation News

We see a fierce debate going on different topics surrounding crypto. In recent years, we have seen good growth of Bitcoin globally, and it is moving faster in the market. Technology has become an uncommon thing in the market, and it continues to move ahead in life at a more excellent pace in the market.

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Centipede-inspired robot traverses tough terrain with ease

E&T

Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology said their robots can move over complex, bumpy terrain and there is potential to use them for agriculture, space exploration, and even search and rescue. “When you see a scurrying centipede, you’re basically seeing an animal that inhabits a world that is very different than our world of movement,” said researcher Daniel Goldman.

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Ethereum vs Bitcoin: Which One is the Better Alternative?

Robotics Automation News

We know crypto as virtual money, and it has lasted for over a decade and is now the buzzword in the market. It can give the best of the funds with several added benefits in the market.

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