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Miros unveils new tech for predicting waves and vessel motion
‘PredictifAI’ reportedly delivers a real-time, in-operation picture of the wave field surrounding a vessel providing deterministic prediction of ocean waves and vessel motion in the range of seconds to a couple of minutes in advance.
Drive solutions for nearly every requirement
With these compact controllers, DC-motors, brushless DC-motors and linear motors can be operated with the typical position encoders as servo drive in accordance with CiA 402.
Breakthrough tech unveiled to spot and track illegal drones
Expected to strengthen national security and enhance public safety against the threat of illegal drones, the ETRI technology detects and tracks illegal drones using an electro-optics/infrared (EO/IR) linked radar system.
Optical water analyzers for critical measurement in real time
The system includes optical sensors, controllers, a suite of add-on accessories and a data analytics and software solution.
Maximize efficiency: Seamless integration with NORD's intelligent drive technology
Innovative drive systems paired with basic-to-advanced electronic control technology match a wide range of applications thanks to scalable functionality, high precision regulation and ease of installation.
Plastic device enhances precision in robot-assisted heart surgery
The surgical field expansion plate was tested during actual heart surgery, wherein the polyether ether ketone plate is fastened into a circular shape, expanding to a specific size and retaining its shape, thereby securing the surgical field.
New UK satellite designed for detecting dark vessels at sea
The Amber-2 Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) satellite is designed to detect vessels associated with illegal immigration, illegal fishing activities, drug smuggling, ship-to-ship transfers of goods and sanction evasion.
What we learned at Automation Fair 2024
All in all, it was a thrilling week at one of the leading events in the automation sector. And if it proved one thing, it's that there's always something new to learn in this quickly evolving industry.
RDI Technologies enhances Motion Amplification technology with powerful new software update
The streamlined workflow and enhanced usability make vibration analysis easier than ever before.
Robotic cilia detect and monitor airway diseases with real-time biomarker tracking
With their artificial cilia, researchers were able to mimic the sensing ability of biological cilia to develop technology capable of detecting mucus conditions, including viscosity and layer thickness, which are biomarkers for disease severity.
New compact precision gearboxes from Neugart
Despite their compact dimensions, the gearboxes offer high torque density and high precision in the smallest of installation spaces.
Mitsubishi Electric Automation to showcase its workforce development program, “Diamondworks!,” at ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2024
Visit Mitsubishi Electric Automation at the event for a collaborative showcase of solutions and programs dedicated to educating the next generation of engineers.
New underwater drones developed for mine detection, reconnaisance
The STM NETA 300 from the defense firm Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret A.S (STM) is an unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) that is currently in the pool and sea testing phase, with plans to make the underwater drone operational soon.
New drone aims to deliver 24-hour surveillance power
The developers of the K1000ULE claim that the UAS is intended for long missions, offering the U.S. Army aerial tier network extension (ATNE), electronic warfare (EW) and intelligence surveillance reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities.
New spy drone flies for 5 hours, fires guided bombs
The new drone, dubbed P550, can also reportedly drop bombs during strike missions and was designed under the U.S. Army’s Long-Range Reconnaissance (LRR) program.
At Automation Fair, AI is becoming a native feature
Artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies are impacting automation technologies in exciting, novel ways- and becoming a base feature in some systems.
Chemist robot set to transform science labs worldwide
Luke features two robotic arms and is outfitted with a visual system, an artificial intelligence (AI) computing platform and human-machine interaction software.
Curtiss-Wright unveils new Exlar GTF food grade actuator
The electric actuator product now includes hygienic actuators with U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved materials and finishes.
Expanding your insights: Selecting your next digital microscope
Discover how comprehensive features, advantages and support options of advanced models like the DSX1000 digital microscope can revolutionize scientific and industrial research.
Beetle-inspired robot shows off its object manipulation skills
Taking inspiration from dung beetles, which walk differently than other six-legged creatures and are capable of manipulating objects much larger than they are, the team studied the mechanics of the insect.