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Osaro launches AI-powered kitting robots
Kitting is both a merchandising strategy and a logistics technique whereby curated boxes of complementary items are packaged and shipped together as a single ‘kit’ with a unique SKU.
Model could improve first responder response times
The researchers suggest that the model maximizes the coverage area, thereby enabling first responders to respond to as many accident sites as possible while minimizing the time to reach an accident site.
How are engineers using ChatGPT?
Follow along as GlobalSpec explores how the technology will specifically impact the field of engineering.
Automate to return in 2024
Due to overwhelming demand, Automate — the largest robotics and automation trade show in North America — will return in 2024 and then continue as an annual event.
Sounding out the merits of bigger wind turbines
Will the continued scaling of wind turbine height and size lead to higher noise pollution levels and larger setbacks, resulting in fewer turbines deployed for a given land area?
UN launches global water resources initiative
The initiative is intended to help countries generate site-specific chemical, biological and isotopic water data and develop tailored water management strategies.
Motus Labs launches its next generation ML2000 robotic gear series with Orbital Flex Design
The robotic gear series boasts zero backlash, high torque density, linear torsional stiffness and a cross roller output bearing.
MarqMetrix launches Single-Use BioReactor BallProbe for pharma and biopharma industries
The probe provides accurate and repeatable Raman measurement of liquids and solids without compromising the batch's purity.
Strong high feed geometry for machining and milling
The new milling tool geometry is ideally suited for use on hardened steels and cast irons.
What is HDDM+ technology?
Learn all about this patented and innovative technology for distance measurement from SICK.
Toyota Material Handling introduces its Tora-Max Walkie Stacker
The Tora-Max Walkie Stacker adds to Toyota’s lineup of electric products and is an ideal solution for customers in the warehousing, manufacturing, beverage, retail and distribution industries.
ChatGPT: Job killer or job creator?
Follow along as GlobalSpec explores some of the job titles that are expected to emerge or grow in popularity in lockstep with chatbots.
Renishaw launches new line of industrial automation products
The RCS product line solves fundamental challenges associated with manual set-up, calibration and maintenance of robots, such as operational accuracy and repeatability.
Biofuel-based marine engine sets sail
The engine has been approved for operation on hydrotreated vegetable oil and other biofuels.
Air coolers optimized to use natural refrigerants
The ranges offer efficient solutions for general refrigeration plants in distribution centers, storage facilities, supermarkets or food processing.
FPT Industrial and Edison next create the first biomonitoring station with bees at the Turin Stura site
The station reflects continuing commitment to sustainability and to efforts that reduce the impact of FPT Industrial's products and processes on the surrounding environment.
Beckhoff displays adaptive automation for manufacturing at Automate 2023
Beckhoff will demo two emerging technologies designed to transform industrial automation: the new modular robot, ATRO, and the completely cabinetless MX-System.
New riot control electromagnetic gun fires coin-like projectiles
The CS/LW21 is a handheld electromagnetic gun launcher that uses electric power, much like the design of coil guns, to accelerate coin-like projectiles.
Carbon nanotubes, polyacrylate strengthen stab-resistant fabric
To strengthen conventional aramid — an ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene often used in soft body armor — scientists added carbon nanotubes and polyacrylate to create lightweight, soft fabrics that provide better protection.
Hydraulic excavator concept machine features a hydrogen fuel cell
This proof of concept is expected to expedite the commercial production of medium-sized and large construction equipment powered by hydrogen fuel cells.