January, 2024

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Engineering Materials for Sustainability Is All-Hands-on-Deck Mission

Plastics Today

An NSF-funded think tank gathered dozens of researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to brainstorm novel ways of making materials more sustainable.

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Nala Robotics incorporates generative AI into restaurant robot recipes

Robotics Business Review

Nala provides automation for food bowls and other meals. Source: Nala Robotics Since the public debut of generative artificial intelligence and large language models in late 2022, robotics developers have been working to take advantage of the latest AI capabilities. Nala Robotics Inc. said that ChatGPT enables its autonomous chefs to prepare almost any recipe.

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Understanding RMS and True RMS for Meters and Mechanical Measurements

Control.com

Electrical and mechanical measurements are often labeled with "RMS" and "True RMS." Aside from the simple math definitions we learned in electronics class, why is this distinction actually important?

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Bobcat: From welding shop to National Inventors Hall of Fame

The Fabricator

Josh Welton tells the story of the Keller brothers and their fascinating rise from running a small welding shop to making the world’s first skid-steer loader and growing the Bobcat brand.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Beckhoff USA promotes Alec Abkemeier to software product manager

Design World

Alec Abkemeier is taking on a new challenge at Beckhoff USA as a software product manager focused on test and measurement technologies. With a background in measurement software and hardware, Abkemeier will grow Beckhoff’s test and measurement market share in rapidly evolving industries that require next-generation data acquisition and power monitoring capabilities.

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New car market delivers best year since 2019 as fleets fuel growth

SMMT

New car registrations reach 1.903 million in 2023 – up 17.9% as fleet investment accelerates. Battery electric vehicle volumes reach record high but market share slips to 16.5%. Industry calls on government to halve EV VAT, to put more than a quarter of a million extra zero emission vehicles on the road and cut five million tonnes of CO2 by end of 2026.

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5 robotics trends to expect in 2024

Robotics Business Review

2024 could be a year of building robotics momentum. Source: Adobe Stock 2023 was a year of great change within the robotics industry. We’ll see ripple effects from the latest booms in artificial intelligence and humanoid robots for years to come. Entering into 2024, a number of promising technologies and use cases are primed for growth. With 2023 in the rearview mirror , it’s time to look ahead to what the next 12 months have in store for the robotics industry.

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U.S. survey shows that consumers would buy a car with less tech to protect their privacy

Canadian Manufacturing

WOBURN — Kaspersky has released a new survey report showing that 72 percent of drivers are uncomfortable with the idea of automakers sharing their data with third parties. The report, “ Is my car spying on me? ” captures drivers’ thoughts about automakers’ use of personal data gleaned from connected cars. Eighty-seven percent of survey participants said automakers should be required to delete their data upon request, and only 28% said they have some idea what kind of data

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Doosan Group to Reveal Green, Autonomous Technology at CES 2024

Control.com

Doosan Group will be unveiling its latest innovations at CES 2024. The company will showcase its green-centric, future-thinking technology from Doosan Robotics, Bobcat, Enerbility, and HyAxiom.

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Abu Dhabi gears up for grand finale of Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge

Robotics Automation News

After two years of intense competition, five international finalists have travelled to Abu Dhabi for the final live demonstration phase of the Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge (MBZIRC).

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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UK Auto makes one million vehicles and welcomes £23.7 billion investment boost

SMMT

UK vehicle production tops one million units, up 17.0% in best year since 2019. 905,117 cars and 120,357 commercial vehicles made, with record electrified model output. £23.7 billion of private and public investment commitments announced in 2023. UK must now ramp up EV supply chain and deliver return on investments. UK vehicle production hit 1,025,474 units in 2023, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

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‘We’re facing a critical shortage’: why UK’s green revolution urgently needs skilled workers

The Guardian Manufacturing

The country’s net zero transition may not be short of funds. But it desperately requires many more skilled engineers, electricians and workers than it has In recent years, Britain has been busy setting up the scaffolding of the country’s future low-carbon economy. But beyond the Westminster pledges and white papers lies a very practical challenge: where are the workers who will bring the government’s green agenda to life?

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IFR: world sets record for operational robots in 2022

Robotics Business Review

The world set a record with 3.9 million operational robots in 2022, according to the new World Robotics report from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). The report also included information about robot density worldwide. Robot density measures the number of operational industrial robots per 10,000 employees in a country. “Robot density data reveal the state of automation worldwide and allow us to compare regions and countries,” Marina Bill, President of the IFR, said.

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Siemens and Salesforce join forces to equip manufacturers with enhanced service capabilities

Automation Mag

Siemens Digital Industries Software has introduced the new Teamcenter SLM app on Salesforce AppExchange. The app has reportedly been developed by Siemens in collaboration with Salesforce. Siemens shares in a press statement that the app connects product engineering and product service operations by bringing together the Teamcenter Service Lifecycle Management solution from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software with Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud and Salesforce Service Cloud.

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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GreenPower Motor announces delivery of 10 EV Star Cab and Chassis to a global retailer in Canada

Canadian Manufacturing

GreenPower’s EV Star Cab and Chassis SOUTH CHARLESTON — GreenPower Motor Company Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space and school bus sector, announced that the company delivered 10 EV Star Cab and Chassis at the end of the quarter ended December 31, 2023. “GreenPower delivered 10 EV Star Cab and Chassis to the Canadian unit of a global retailer

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Seasony raises €1.5 million to bring mobile robot to more vertical farms across Europe and Middle East

Robotics Automation News

Seasony, a provider of mobile robotics for vertical farming, has closed its latest funding round, securing €1.5 million in investment from a group of high-profile investors. The round was led by North Ventures and EFIO (Export and Investment Fund of Denmark).

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UK demand for new vans grows in every month of 2023 – as businesses go electric in record numbers

SMMT

Britain’s new light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations rise 21.0% in 2023 as businesses and fleets invest in 341,455 vehicles carrying out essential roles in UK economy. Record battery electric van (BEV) uptake as 20,253 units registered, up 21.0%, with almost 60,000 joining UK roads since 2019. As ambitious Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate requires BEVs to represent 10% of market in 2024, rollout of sufficient van-suitable public chargepoints is mission-critical.

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Encouraging adoption of smart manufacturing technologies

The Fabricator

Implementing smart manufacturing is a slow process that can create confusion and distrust among employees. Here’s how to encourage acceptance among staff.

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Changing the Game with MES: Cut Costs, Drive Efficiency, & Achieve Sustainability Goals!

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

In an era where efficiency is king, are you leveraging the right tools to transform your manufacturing processes? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is critical for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing energy usage—key factors for improving your bottom line and lowering your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, a manufacturing technology expert with 18+ years of hands-on experience, in this new webinar as he uncovers the secrets of MES and how to best utilize thes

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Top 10 robots seen at CES 2024

Robotics Business Review

LAS VEGAS — CES 2024 featured a wide range of emerging technologies, from fitness devices and videogames to autonomous vehicles. But robots always have a significant presence in the sprawling exhibit halls. The Robot Report visited numerous booths in the Eureka Park section of CES, as well as in the other focused sections of the event. Here are some highlights from this week’s event: Mobinn climbs stairway toward success Mobinn is a Korean startup focused on last-mile autonomous deli

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Sewers set to heat nearly 2,000 English homes

E&T

The UK government has announced the recipients of four grants for green heating projects, including one aiming to keep Bolton homes and businesses warm with waste heat from the local sewer.

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Doubling Down on Innovation with a Digital Twin

Plastics Today

A digital twin can play an essential role in designing a device that aligns with current standards and regulations while anticipating future market needs.

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Unchained Robotics raises €5.5m in new funding

Robotics Automation News

Making truly plug-and-play robotics technologies accessible to every company is the goal of Paderborn, Germany-based start-up Unchained Robotics. The automation platform covers over a dozen robotics manufacturers, finally offering SMEs broad-based access to standard robotics. The new €5.5 million of capital will continue to fuel their global expansion and deepen their services and partnerships.

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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More motorists go green but grey is still the colour of choice

SMMT

Grey is Britain’s most popular new car colour for the sixth consecutive year, topping half a million registrations. Black and white complete trio of best-selling colours, marking sixth year of an identical monochrome podium. Green cars reach highest share of market since 2004. Cream, pink and maroon are Britain’s rarest colours, comprising just 0.03% of all registrations.

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Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) to deploy 500 EV Three-Wheelers with Kissan Mobility (OnEv) for last-mile delivery

Dinesh Mishra

Omega Seiki Mobility and Kissan Mobility (OnEv) deal is worth INR 20 Crores and the companies to deploy all 500 vehicles by June 2024 New Delhi, 16 th Jan. 2024: Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) and Kissan Mobility Pvt. Ltd., a zero-emission logistics provider, have today announced a strategic partnership to deploy Electric Three Wheeler Cargo Vehicles for last-mile delivery across India.

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Ddog project at MIT connects brain-computer interface with Spot robot

Robotics Business Review

An MIT research team, led by Nataliya Kos’myna, recently published a paper about its Ddog project. It aims to turn a Boston Dynamics Spot quadruped into a basic communicator for people with physical challenges such as ALS, cerebral palsy, and spinal cord injuries. The project ‘s system uses a brain-computer interface (BCI) system including AttentivU.

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Siemens Expands Additive Manufacturing Initiatives

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Siemens Siemens is expanding focus on additive manufacturing (AM) initiatives in the United States to help accelerate the transformation of the U.S. AM industry through serial additive manufacturing. Siemens says it focuses on supporting the domestic AM machine builder community by bringing motion control, automation hardware, digitalization software and technology capabilities to assist machine builders.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

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La tecnología de plegado de metal de precisión permite la manufactura por kits

The Fabricator

Las plegadoras flexibles que forman una parte única tras otra abren la puerta a la manufactura basada en kits. Cuando los trabajos fluyen como kits, las piezas de trabajo en proceso disminuyen de golpe, los tiempos de entrega se acortan y la producción total puede dispararse.

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Brightpick unveils details about machine vision and AI behind its autopickers

Robotics Automation News

Brightpick, a provider of warehouse automation solutions for order fulfillment, has unveiled new details about the proprietary machine vision and AI that are “critical for the seamless operation of its Brightpick Autopicker robots”.

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UK border checks to trial using facial recognition only

E&T

The head of the national Border Force has told the Times that – inspired by advanced border control technology in use elsewhere in the world – new eGates will be installed which allow arrivals into the UK using only facial recognition.

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Composite Construction Saves Fuel — and Lives — in Japan Airbus 350 Crash

Plastics Today

Experts say the carbon-fiber-reinforced composite-intensive structure stood up well to a fire caused by a collision, allowing all 379 passengers and crew to escape via a single emergency ramp.

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A Journey to Efficiency & Excellence in Manufacturing

Foundation Wellness, an orthotic and foot care product leader, transformed its manufacturing by implementing the Manufacturing Execution System FORCE MES FLEX from FORCAM ENISCO. Previously hindered by manual data collection, the company needed more efficiency and a proactive approach. Adopting an MES enhanced data visibility and enabled data-driven decision-making.