Tue.Aug 20, 2024

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Nvidia Microservices Target Humanoid Robot Development

Automation World

To accelerate humanoid robot development, Nvidia is providing robot manufacturers, AI model developers and software makers with a suite of services, models and computing platforms to develop, train and build the next generation of humanoid robots.

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How To Read Data Reports

Gary Mintchell

Here’s a good reason to carefully read what data purveyors and analysts give you. This is from Martin of Newsworthy Data. He’s a data scientist. First off, this is negative in tone, which is thought to be newsworthy (unstated, but true). 2024 Tech Layoffs He uses emotionally laden words… revealing the technology firms that have slashed the most jobs in 2024 so far.

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ABB Baldor-Reliance Motors Earn Energy Star Award

Automation World

The U.S. EPA’s 2024 Energy Star Emerging Technology Award recognizes products that meet stringent performance criteria in specific categories.

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MassRobotics Accelerator opens to second round of startup applications

Robotics Business Review

Members of the first MassRobotics Accelerator cohort celebrate at the 2024 Robotics Summit & Expo. Much of the most impactful support for robotics startups happens at the local level. MassRobotics today announced the launch of its second MassRobotics Accelerator in partnership with the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative. After the success of the inaugural program, the partners said the upcoming accelerator will support robotics entrepreneurs with programming, mentorship, and immersion in

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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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Industrial Maintenance: How AI Can Predict Failures Before They Happen

Control.com

Predicting when maintenance should occur isn’t simply a matter of getting on board with the latest trend, it can save many thousands of dollars in lost downtime and unnecessary parts and labor.

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Lego’s latest campaign encourages fans to pass on their bricks

E&T

The Lego Group has launched a new ‘made to be played’ campaign, inspiring fans and families to pass on their bricks to the next generation.

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5 Key Benefits Enabling AGV and Autonomous Robotics with Rugged Edge Computers

Robotics Business Review

Integrate Real-Time Edge AI Performance for Advanced Robotic Vehicles By Premio Inc. Industrial computers play a vital role in effective AGV and AMR deployments. These advanced vehicular robotics are latency-sensitive in nature and cannot afford seconds of delay from traditional cloud computing. By processing edge AI workloads on-premises and closer to the source of data generation, it allows AGV and AMRs to operate in real-time, minimize bandwidth utilization, enhance safety and security, and p

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China is five years behind the West in chipmaking, report finds

E&T

China is about five years behind the market leaders in global chip manufacturing technology, a report from US think tank ITIF has claimed.

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Webinar: Learn about software and systems to enable the intelligent warehouse

Robotics Business Review

Learn about the latest software, robots, and drones for the intelligent warehouse in this week’s webinar. Source: Adobe Stock Tracking mobile robots or monitoring inventory are only parts of the challenge for the intelligent warehouse. As robotics and the accompanying software stack continue to evolve, warehouse operators have more tools to orchestrate and optimize multiple types of robots, as well as human associates.

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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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Australia’s first ride-share space mission takes flight

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: wowinside/stock.adobe.com Five NSW start-ups at the cutting edge of space technology are celebrating following the successful launch of Australia’s first ride-share space mission, the Waratah Seed. The NSW Government backed Waratah Seed-1 satellite launched on Saturday 17 August carrying payloads from NSW startups to test and prove the functionality of their products in space.

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Submarine camp introduces kids to maritime fabrication

The Fabricator

Students get the chance to see what maritime manufacturing is all about as part of the Building Giants Submarine Manufacturing Camp in Mansfield, Ohio.

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Australian built XL-AUV ‘Ghost Shark’ arrives in the United States

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: House of Kitch Anduril’s advanced Extra-Large Autonomous Undersea Vehicle, Ghost Shark, has arrived in the United States for the first time to enable collaboration with U.S partners. Designed and built in Australia, this Ghost Shark arrived in the United States via trans-pacific flight by a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) C-17A, showcasing its rapid and agile expeditionary capabilities.

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FAA announces $291m investment to boost development of clean aviation technologies

E&T

The US government’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is allocating $291m to projects that will help the country reach its net zero greenhouse gas emissions from aviation by 2050.

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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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Registration for advanced manufacturing event announced at Rockhampton business

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Sasint/stock.adobe.com Queensland manufacturing minister Glenn Butcher took to the premises of Rockhampton-based All Industries Group to announce that registrations are open for the annual Inside Advanced Manufacturing event. The event will see leading advanced manufacturers from across Queensland opening their doors from 2 to 13 September to showcase advanced industry technologies.

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Toyota Canada marks 11M vehicles manufactured

Canadian Manufacturing

TMMC 11 millionth (CNW Group/Toyota Canada Inc.) CAMBRIDGE — Toyota Canada is making a 60th anniversary tour across Canada, and it made a stop at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) plant in Cambridge on Aug. 20. Toyota executives attending the visit marked the 11-millionth vehicle they’ve produced in Canada. “In Japanese culture, a person’s 60th birthday is known as ‘Kanreki’ and represents a ‘rebirth’ – an opportunity to reflect on one&#

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ARENA renewables startup showcase returns

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Panumas/stock.adobe.com The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced that the 2024 ARENA Renewables Startup Showcase will return for a fifth year, with the gala to be held in Sydney on Thursday, 21 November. Applications are now open for early-stage founders in the renewables, clean tech and climate tech sectors to be featured at this event.

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Tips for Monitoring Spindle Loads and Cutting Stability

Modern Machine Shop

Reader Question: We have two machines of the same model, but very different model years. Both are running the same product with the same tools, but they read wildly different spindle load values. For example, one drill says 70% on the older machine, but 300% for the new machine. The cutting seems very stable in both. Should we be concerned? Miller’s Answer: This is a great observation and shows good familiarity with your processes and great attention to detail.

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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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New food grade cylinder – a notch above the rest

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: SMC Corporation SMC Corporation has now added a rod-type electric actuator to its range – specifically designed for the food manufacturing industry. Complete with a IP69K protection from dust and water jets, stainless steel external parts and an NSF-H1 food grade rating, the HF2A-LEY series answers to the rigorous requirements of one of the largest manufacturing sectors in both Australia and New Zealand.

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Tesla faces lowest duty on Chinese-made cars exported to EU

The Guardian Manufacturing

The 9% tariff is much less than the up to 36.3% others face after investigation into Beijing’s ‘unfair’ subsidies of EVs Business live – latest updates Tesla will face a 9% levy on its Chinese-made cars exported to the EU, the European Commission has said, as it issued an update on its sweeping investigation into Beijing’s “unfair” subsidies of electric vehicles.

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SunCable receives major approval for flagship project

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Vadim/stock.adobe.com SunCable has received approval from the Federal Government for the Australian component of its flagship project, Australia-Asia Power Link (AAPowerLink). The project was assessed and approved by the Commonwealth minister for the Environment and Water under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBC).

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ISAGCA white paper explores zero trust outcomes using ISA/IEC 62443 standards for OT security

Automation Mag

The ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA) has released a white paper discussing the outcomes of the zero trust model for cybersecurity in the context of operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS). The new paper from ISAGCA, titled “ Zero Trust Outcomes Using ISA/IEC 62443 Standards ,” analyzes the use of the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards for zero trust in OT.

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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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VET Review final report aims to transform skills sector

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: industrieblick/stock.adobe.com The NSW Government has released the final report from the independent VET (Vocational education and training) Review Panel, marking a key milestone in its commitment to restoring the VET system in NSW. The announcement was made at the National Skills Week and emphasised the importance of skills development and vocational training in shaping the future workforce of the state.

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Startup Creates Composite for Sustainable Flexible Packaging

Plastics Today

Novel composite film from Israel-based Solutum Technologies is made of readily available polymers, copolymers, and nonpolymeric materials.

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Resources have served the NT well – time to grow further

Manufacturer's Monthly

Arctic Installations’ roof panels in production. Image: AMGC As a resident of the Top End, I, like many Territorians, am acutely aware of the economic impact from the mining and energy sectors on our way of life. More than a quarter of the Territory’s wealth is derived from mining and energy. These sectors are critically important, and we often miss out on many opportunities and economic dividends by not fully value-adding to these abundant resources.

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RoboBusiness: learn how remote interventions can accelerate robot deployments

Robotics Business Review

In the past, robotics companies turned to remote edge case handling either as a last step in the refinement of their product or not at all. Instead, they relied on customers to hire, train, and staff operators to be able to intervene when the robots fail. These groups typically do a small number of expensive pilot deployments with customers, with trained staff on-site to rescue the robots when they fail, and would spend years eliminating bugs before finally getting to 99.9999% reliability and be

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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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Pilot Precision Motorized Slotter Optimizes CNC Broaching Operations

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Pilot Precision Products Pilot Precision Products is demonstrating its mini motorized slotter on a Tsugami M08 turning center with Y-axis. The slotter is available for purchase for use on Tsugami Swiss racks. Available in 15-mm and 25-mm strokes, the machine can make CNC broaching more efficient on small turret lathes and Swiss lathes because of its ability to handle internal and external keyway, as well as spline profiles in what is said to be shortened cycle times.

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Rocket explodes while undergoing testing at SaxaVord Spaceport

E&T

An attempted rocket test by a German space firm at the UK’s SaxaVord Spaceport has ended in disaster after the rocket exploded while on the launchpad.

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Digital transformation confusion risks paralysing SME manufacturers, says Made Smarter

Manufacturing Management

Donna Edwards, director of North West Adoption Programme, warns that tackling change in the wrong way risks wasted time and money