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Synopsys to buy Ansys for $35B?! What engineers need to know

Design World

By Shawn Wasserman Engineers using both Ansys and Synopsys tools can expect big changes, but when? Disclaimer: Shawn Wasserman is a former employee of Ansys and holds minor stocks in the organization. He has no inside knowledge of the Ansys/Synopsys acquisition. All statements not in line with public knowledge are speculation or opinion. Frequent followers… The post Synopsys to buy Ansys for $35B?!

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Bell Labs and Google—And Automation Companies?

Gary Mintchell

Check out this essay by Om Malik, Bell Labs & Google: Bookends of the Same Sad Story? I’ve read his essays on the technology scene since the 90s. He has a track record. The essence of the story is that both of these storied organizations that developed so much of what we use have been captured with management rather than leaders lacking vision and the persistence to see things through.

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Koford Engineering’s 36 mm high-performance motor offers versatility for high end applications

Design World

Koford Engineering has introduced a new 36-mm diameter x 43.6-mm long, high power density four pole slotless hall sensor brushless motor. The motor produces an output of 301 watts at 13,300 rpm. weighs only 198 g, and has a peak efficiency of 88%. Typical applications include surgical power tools or aerospace applications. The motor can… The post Koford Engineering’s 36 mm high-performance motor offers versatility for high end applications appeared first on Design World.

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Four Robotic Predictions for 2024: AI set to supercharge robotic automation

Gary Mintchell

I’m not in love with predictions and I realize January is about gone, but here are some thoughts I picked up from Anders Billesø Beck, VP of Innovation and Strategy at Universal Robots. 2023 was an exciting year for innovation. The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, such as generative AI, captured global attention and dominated headlines.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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Hannes Leichtfried named head of Danfoss Drives in North America  

Design World

Danfoss Drives has announced that Hannes Leichtfried has been appointed head of sales and marketing for the Drives business segment in North America. With nearly 30 years of experience at Danfoss in Austria and Germany, Leichtfried, an Austrian native, is excited to continue to build the North America Drives business. “I am thrilled about my… The post Hannes Leichtfried named head of Danfoss Drives in North America appeared first on Design World.

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ODVA Announces New CIP Security Device Firewall

Automation World

ODVA’s CIP Security development aims to protect EtherNet/IP devices from potential misuse that could result in critical system damage or information loss.

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ODVA Announces New CIP Security Device Firewall

Automation World

ODVA’s CIP Security development aims to protect EtherNet/IP devices from potential misuse that could result in critical system damage or information loss.

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Ansys SimAI promises to finally democratize engineering simulation for the masses

Design World

By Shawn Wasserma The first, of likely many, AI-powered simulation tools to come in 2024! Disclaimer: Shawn Wasserman is a former employee of Ansys and holds minor stocks in the organization. Engineering.com predicted that 2024 will bring an AI revolution within the engineering simulation software space. Though announced in early 2023, Ansys SimAI is the… The post Ansys SimAI promises to finally democratize engineering simulation for the masses appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Algorithms Identify and Eliminate Production Bottlenecks

Automation World

System Integrator Valiant TMS uses Realtime Robotics tech to reduce cycle time by 17%.

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Beckhoff introduces CX5600 embedded PCs with AMD Ryzen processors

Design World

The new CX5600 Embedded PC series expands Beckhoff’s workhorse machine control line with powerful AMD Ryzen processors, additional interfaces, and operating system options. Retaining the same form factor as previous generations, these DIN rail-mounted embedded PCs provide the flexibility to support an even greater range of applications that require PLC, HMI, motion control, and much… The post Beckhoff introduces CX5600 embedded PCs with AMD Ryzen processors appeared first on Design World.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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JR Automation Uses Beckhoff’s XTS in its Modular Assembly Platform

Automation World

The FlexChassis system from JR Automation, which enables manufacturers to scale assembly applications in multiple industry verticals, features Beckhoff’s XTS intelligent transport technology.

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How to Fight the Insurance Company After a Car Accident

Robotics Automation News

Dealing with insurance companies after a car accident can be as overwhelming as the accident itself. They will try to nullify your claim by looking for loopholes in your accident case. Don’t worry, though; with the right knowledge and tools, you can easily fight back and get the compensation you deserve.

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Rockwell Automation Combines HMI Hardware with Cloud Software

Automation World

The new FactoryTalk Optix Portfolio is designed for adaptive HMI design and deployment.

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Negligence and Duty of Care: Assessing Legal Responsibilities in a Personal Injury Case

Robotics Automation News

In Atlanta, a city constantly on the move, navigating the legal landscape becomes crucial when confronting injuries stemming from another party’s negligence. Personal injury cases are a common occurrence in this bustling metropolis, emphasizing the importance of understanding the core concepts of negligence and duty of care.

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How Embedded Analytics Gets You to Market Faster with a SAAS Offering

Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.

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New Aircore EC Motors: Infinitum Eases Installation and Energy Burdens

Control.com

A recent innovation from Infinitum has seen the launch of the next generation of the Aircore EC motor lineup, with a PCB stator and greatly reduced weight for energy efficiency in motion industries.

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Dedicated Lanes for Autonomous Vehicles

Robotics Automation News

Autonomous, or self-driving vehicles are already here, although in limited use. These cars and trucks have great promise for improving the driving experience for individuals and making trucking more efficient and less costly. They are in the testing phase and will not be widely adopted until late in his decade.

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Data Model and Functionality of Utility Data Warehouse | UDW Part 1

Control.com

Storing data long-term for recording and reporting purposes is the job of the utility data warehouse, quite different from data-collection processes that optimize systems and predict failures.

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How Automotive Robotics is Transforming the Auto Industry

Robotics Automation News

Our century is seeing a new change in industrialization where robotics have become the new norm in production and manufacturing. The automotive sector is one of the main industries that has experienced a lot of transformation.

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Modernizing MES: A Guide for Complex Manufacturers Adapting to Industry 4.0

As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.

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City-grown food has carbon footprint six times larger than conventional crops

E&T

A study from the University of Michigan has found that fruit and vegetables grown on urban farms and gardens have an average carbon footprint six times larger than that of conventionally grown produce.

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Austal to build Incat Crowther designed catamaran for Rottnest Fast Ferries

Manufacturer's Monthly

Austal Australasia has been awarded a contract to construct a 32-metre catamaran for Rottnest Fast Ferries, based in Hillarys, Western Australia. Collaborating with vessel designer Incat Crowther, Austal will commence construction of the aluminium catamaran at the company’s Philippines shipyard in the first quarter of 2024. Austal Limited chief executive officer Paddy Gregg said the new contract continues a long and successful association between Austal and Australian-based designer Incat Crowth

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Meet ENNA, the New Cisco Enterprise Network Assurance (ENNA) Specialist Certification

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Imagine having visibility into the internet—including cloud and service providers—and being able to measure the impact on your applications, services, and users.

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CSIRO launches free program for SMEs in digital health and medical technology?

Manufacturer's Monthly

Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, is calling on start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to drive innovation in digital health and medical technologies to apply for its upcoming Innovate to Grow program. The free 10-week online program is specifically designed to assist Australian SMEs operating in critical sectors advance their innovative technologies, solutions and ideas through research and development (R&D).

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Embedding BI: Architectural Considerations and Technical Requirements

While data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and programming platforms have evolved to leverage big data and streaming data, the front-end user experience has not kept up. Holding onto old BI technology while everything else moves forward is holding back organizations. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) aren’t built for modern data platforms and don’t work on modern architectures.

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Celanese, Under Armour Partner to Develop Sustainable Alternative to Spandex

Plastics Today

Neolast fibers are produced using a solvent-free melt-extrusion process, eliminating chemicals typically found in elastane, aka Spandex.

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Kate Pounder to step down as CEO of Tech Council of Australia

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) has announced CEO Kate Pounder will step down from the role on 2 nd February 2024. TCA board chair Robyn Denholm noted Kate’s role in launching and cementing the TCA as a critical industry body and raising the profile of the tech sector in Australia. “Over the last three years Kate has worked tirelessly to ensure that the tech sector has a strong and unified voice on the national stage.” “She has built a formidable team, bringing together po

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BEAD Funding: Grants Now Available to States and Cisco Customers

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Are you an Internet Service Provider or local government applying for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program to acquire telecommunications equipment, Internet and Wi-Fi… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Golden Plains Wind Farm and Energy Locals partner for renewable energy program

Manufacturer's Monthly

Golden Plains Wind Farm, Australia’s largest wind farm project, has announced their new partnership with Energy Locals, a leading cleaner energy company. This collaboration aims to provide eligible residents within a 3km radius of the wind turbines with financial savings and environmental advantages on their electricity bills through the Community Energy Program.

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5 Ways New Manufacturing Companies Are Accelerating Innovation

Next-gen manufacturers are redesigning factories to enable agility at every stage of production. From more timely communication between engineers and technicians to technologies that empower real-time collaboration, they’re getting ahead by making iterations and improvements during a build, across the production line at scale. This level of flexibility means they can develop more quickly than their legacy counterparts.

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Five Steps in Mold Design to Reduce Back-End Troubleshooting

Mold Making Technology

Back-end mold troubleshooting can drag on forever diminishing ROI and prolonging the time it takes to get a product to market. Here Seth Hale, Mold Designer.

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Flexxbotics gets support to add robots to production from co-founder of SOLIDWORKS, Onshape

Robotics Business Review

FlexxConnect is a process-control program for CNC shops. Source: Flexxbotics Flexxbotics, which provides process-control software to automate workcells, today announced that Scott Harris, co-founder of SOLIDWORKS and Onshape, has mentored and invested in the company. It said the unspecified “strategic investment marks an exciting development for Flexxbotics, propelling the company towards further innovation and growth in the field of smart factory robotic manufacturing.” Harris has e

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Microsoft Hacked by the Russians

Industry Week

The same cybercriminals, linked to Russian intelligence services, are also responsible for one of the most infamous hacks of all time.

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German Machine Tool Industry Expecting 2024 Production Decline

Metrology

Last year, machine tool production is estimated to have risen by just under 8 percent in nominal terms, to EUR 15.2 billion. In real terms, this represents an increase of 2 percent due to inflation, which remained at a high average level over the year. The post German Machine Tool Industry Expecting 2024 Production Decline appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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How to Leverage AI for Actionable Insights in BI, Data, and Analytics

In the rapidly-evolving world of embedded analytics and business intelligence, one important question has emerged at the forefront: How can you leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your application’s analytics capabilities? Imagine having an AI tool that answers your user’s questions with a deep understanding of the context in their business and applications, nuances of their industry, and unique challenges they face.