The aviation industry is set to witness revolutionary and spanning transformations not only in critical operational areas but also in the learning and professional development discourse. With innovations such as augmented reality, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and big data, these…
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Techman Robots appoints LG Motion
LG Motion has announced that it has been appointed as the primary UK distributor for Techman Robots and its range of collaborative robots. This addition to LG Motion’s current product line further strengthens its motion product range and capabilities, as…
KUKA Cobot allows 24/7 production through inductive charging
KUKA is offering a reliable, productivity-raising automation solution for the transport of highly sensitive semiconductor substrates (wafers). Wiferion’s integrated charging technology, the system complies with the highest standards of cleanliness, productivity and safety. The global hunger for microchips is rising…
Schneider and SAP collaborate on industrial digitalisation
Schneider Electric and SAP, one of the world’s leading producers of software for the management of business processes, have announced their signing a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on IT/OT integration applications. Schneider Electric and SAP plan to explore opportunities to…
Why better robots need thinner bearings
Chris Johnson, Managing Director at SMB Bearings explains why bearings must not be overlooked as vital components in realising the potential of more compact, speedy and precise industrial robots. “Never forget the basics,” goes the old saying. “They’re the foundation…
NGK at electronica
This piece from NGK INSULATORS (NGK) covers its plans for electronica 2022 and the exciting technology that will be on display at its exhibition stand. NGK had previously only participated in electronica online, but this year, it will participate onsite…
The utilities sector must combat threats from outside and within
In this opinion piece, Alastair MacLeod, CEO at Ground Control examines how utilities companies can mitigate cyber threats to ensure commercial operations are not compromised. Utilities represent part of the critical national infrastructure in the UK, and are prone to…
Robotic avatar systems put to the test in $10M competition
NimbRo has been announced as the winner of the ANA Avatar XPRIZE Finals – an event where teams demonstrated human-operated robotic avatar systems. Sponsored by All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and five-star airline for nine consecutive years, the $10M…
Hitachi provides secure connectivity to enable smart city applications
Hitachi Energy introduced the TRO610 cellular router that provides state-of-the-art communications and cybersecurity, purpose-built to support industrial internet of things (IIoT) applications for utilities, smart cities, oil & gas, manufacturing, and mining operations. The TRO610 is part of Hitachi Energy’s…
Designing Cities inspired by People
Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC), the international event on cities and smart urban solutions organised by Fira de Barcelona, will bring together the urban innovation ecosystem to outline a plan for a more sustainable and liveable urbanised planet. From…
