HEADLINES ARCHIVE
Ethernet/IP concurrent connections for critical applications now available with CIP safety
Concurrent connections allow for communication redundancy between multiple producing and consuming devices for the most critical automation processes.
Real Time Automation launches IntraVUE for more secure, higher performance and more efficient production control networks
IntraVue automatically detects all Ethernet-connected devices and assembles them into a connection tree map of the physical layer network infrastructure to bolster network cybersecurity.
NORD overhead conveyor drives: Space-saving, reliable performance for conveying systems
The drives feature heavy-duty construction and an output mounting flange and shaft for easy drop-in replacement of industry-standard footprints.
New AI-driven system improves manufacturing speed, quality
University of Virginia researchers created a way to optimize manufacturing systems, thus improving both speed and quality while also reducing waste.
German orchestra conducted by three-armed robot
The conducting robot was trained to recognize beat time and indicate dynamics while its different arms move independently of each other.
Tolomatic expands RSX high-force actuator line with new models
The new high-force actuators enable easy replacement of traditional hydraulics to eliminate leaks and improve system performance across many industries.
Emerson expands automation portfolio with Afag feeding and handling solutions
Afag's feeding and handling solutions will now be integrated into Emerson’s extensive automation portfolio.
Excelitas Technologies introduces new LINOS inspec.x L 5.6/105 VIS-NIR lens series
Four lenses in series capture ultra-sharp, high-contrast images for visual and non-visual inspection.
Octiv Auto Frac from Halliburton promises to revolutionize autonomous fracture control
The Octiv platform digitizes and automates workflows, information and equipment across all aspects of Halliburton’s fracture operations, thus resulting in safer, more efficient operations.
A system of wearable sensors continuously tracks fatigue in factory workers
A new system of wearable sensors and machine learning can continuously monitor factory workers for signs of physical fatigue.
Path Robotics unveils robotic welding advances at FABTECH 2024
Innovations engineered to revolutionize how companies approach welding and related projects will be showcased.
Comau to develop innovative cell formation and testing technology solutions for National Institute of Chemistry in Slovenia
Comau is tasked with industrializing flexible machines for advanced cell formation and testing of next-generation cell technologies.
Delta to demonstrate its collaborative open ecosystem with world-leading AI partners at OCP 2024 Global Summit
The collaboration includes Delta’s portfolio of cutting-edge power, fan and liquid thermal management, and infrastructure solutions for next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) servers and data centers.
AI tasked with finding non-opioid pain relief options
The deep-learning framework identified several gut microbiome-derived metabolites along with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved drugs that can be repurposed to select non-addictive, non-opioid options for treating chronic pain.
Halliburton introduces LOGIX: Precision drilling via intelligent automation
LOGIX assists with autonomous drilling, streamlines well delivery, shortens production timelines and reduces rig time via intelligent automation.
New swab test predicts aging speed, death clock
Dubbed CheekAge, the new tool uses methylation patterns found in cheek cells to reliably estimate mortality risk, even when epigenetic data from various tissues are used for analysis.
New agribot promises to cut costs, tackle labor shortages
The team explained that the prototype picks strawberries using its robotic arm, and it then weighs each strawberry before it places the fruit in its packaging.
ARBURGadditive: Applications for injection molders in industrial 3D printing
At Fakuma 2024, Arburg is showcasing two exhibits used for industrial additive manufacturing, focusing on applications that are of particular interest to injection molding customers.
Robotic 'finger' taking patients' pulses
Thanks to the robot’s sophisticated sense of touch, the researchers suggest that the technology could one day make it easier for doctors to detect diseases like breast cancer early on, when they are more treatable.
McCrometer rebrands municipal market offerings as Hach's Flow Solutions by McCrometer
An innovative portfolio of closed pipe and open channel flow solutions for municipal water and wastewater utilities is now branded as Hach's Flow Solutions by McCrometer.