Automation and Control

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  • Motion Plus launches new Motus1 linear actuator family

    The belt- and screw-driven linear positioner delivers reliable motion control for industrial applications.

  • Fully automatic quick coupler for large material handlers introduced by OilQuick

    The system is comprised of a 360° rotator mounted on a fully hydraulic quick coupler and is suspended from the handling equipment’s stick, enabling operators to remain in the cab while switching lifting hooks, wood chip buckets, clamshell grapples, grapples magnets and other attachments.

  • Centipede-inspired robots to be deployed for search and rescue, space exploration

    To mimic the scurrying nature of centipedes with their tens to hundreds of legs that can traverse various terrains without interruption, the team developed a new theory of multi-legged locomotion and built many-legged robotic models.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • NORD Drivesystems to display efficient, reliable airport drive solutions at AAAE 2023

    The latest airport technology includes the high efficiency IE5+ product portfolio and standardized LogiDrive complete drive solution.

  • Computar Optics to demonstrate award-winning machine vision lens lineup at Automate 2023

    Attendees will experience the benefits of pioneering machine vision lenses.

  • Unseen robots to deliver Wendy's fast food through a network of pipes

    The digital ordering system — which is expected to be reliable, fast and invisible — will reportedly employ autonomous delivery robots that move underground, unseen.

  • Team hopes to measure food waste with smart bins

    The device will reportedly be designed so that users can enter prompts describing the food items being deposited in the bin.

  • Cybersecurity takes focus at Automate 2023

    Explore the cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to be showcased at the largest gathering for automation in North America.

  • DeepOcean launches its first Autonomous Inspection Drone (AID)

    DeepOcean has launched its first Autonomous Inspection Drone (AID), which can unlock cost savings for operators of offshore wind farms and oil and gas fields.

  • Korea Association of Robot Industry helms Korea Pavilion at Automate 2023

    Nine Korean companies will feature their products in the Korea Pavilion during the May 22 through May 25 event in Detroit.

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