Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 28.31
January 26, 2022
…it has secured $450 million in funding from The Boeing Co. The Mountain View, Calif.-based company said it plans to use the funding to advance development of its air taxi, prepare for large-scale manufacturing, and intensify go-to-market efforts. “Wisk is extremely well-positioned to deliver on our long-term strategy and commitment to safe, everyday flight for everyone,” stated Gary Gysin, CEO of Wisk. “We are incredibly fortunate to have Boeing as not only an investor, but [also] a strategic partner, which provides us with access to a breadth of resources, industry-leading expertise, a global reach, extensive certification experience, and more.” “As…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 21.72
May 06, 2019
…of South Alabama. The recent crash that grounded the Boeing 737 Max casted shadows over the convention center's deck and hallways. Attendees and panelists referred to it directly and indirectly, often as a prelude to talks about cost savings vs. safety. “That whole [Boeing 737 Max] fleet is now grounded, costing Boeing millions of dollars, whereas a few thousands of dollars could have prevented this,” remarked Nick Bullen, technical fellow for Advanced Automation and Global Manufacturing, Northrop Grumman Corporation, as he moderated the panel on cyberphysical security. According to a JPMorgan Chase analyst cited by Forbes, “For each month the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 21.57
October 27, 2023
…industrial, high-growth technology, and transportation sectors. During her 22-year Boeing aerospace career, she held a series of executive positions. Peterson served on the executive leadership team of three Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) CEOs, as well as BCA Airplane Production and Supplier Management, BCA Strategy, and Boeing International. She was frequently tapped to lead priority and emergent areas of high strategic and financial importance to the company. Sarcos said Peterson's most recent role at Boeing was as vice president of business development for China, Boeing’s largest commercial market. Peterson is also a member of the board of directors of Air Transport…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.76
February 04, 2021
…the thermoplastics composite materials and process manager for The Boeing Co., in St. Louis, Mo. 20 Exceptional Women in Robotics and Automation Jade Le Maître, Emerging Technologies Leader, CGI Nuzha Yakoob, Head of Technology & Innovation, Festo Roberta Nelson Shea, Global Technical Compliance Officer, Universal Robots Gillan Hawkes, VP of Product & Analytics, 6 River Systems Tessa Lau, CEO, Dusty Robotics Melonee Wise, CEO, Fetch Robotics Lisa Masciantonio, Chief Workforce Officer, Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Institute Marie-Christine Caron, Senior Engineering Section Manager, GE Aviation (Global Robotics and Automation R&D Center) Fritzi Moneza, Senior Principal Manufacturing Engineer, Advanced Automation, Northrop…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.10
May 01, 2018
…successfully implemented at enterprise-level scale. The first customer was Boeing – the world’s leading aerospace company. Tapestry implemented ESI across 50 Boeing plants, including the Everett factory, the largest manufacturing facility in the world. In the process, ESI has saved Boeing $100 million in the first year alone. So How does ESI Work? Through data fusion, ESI connects multiple sensors, devices, and systems into a single integration platform. Because it is “sensor agnostic,” supply chain visibility is not completely dependent on one manufacturer or sensor type. This ensures total asset visibility of equipment, tools, cargo, and processes anywhere in the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.54
March 27, 2019
…this market. We’re not competing with the Cessnas and Boeings of the world. This is really a niche market.” Initial testing of the full-size prototype will take place in Alaska, where De Reyes thinks this type of cargo plane can be well utilized. “Only 17% of communities there are served by roads or even airports,” De Reyes says. “The FAA is amenable a type of provisional certificate that allows us to operate in Alaska. If we can show safe operations in a sparsely populated area, then I think that will get us the ability to operate in the lower 48.”
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.15
November 01, 2019
…parts have different criteria if I’m making them for Boeing versus a door bracket for John the Inventor. The requirements are totally different. That’s where smart routing comes in. If I’m Boeing and putting in an aerospace part in this system, it doesn’t need to go to every CNC shop on the planet. Most of them can’t do it. That’s where we help buyers find the right CNC shop for their part. If I’m Boeing, I don’t want to work with a two-man CNC shop. I need a certified company with the right experts to be successful in the long…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.97
February 08, 2017
…its reach into integrated systems and capitalizing on the company’s recent distribution installations across sectors including aerospace (Airbus), manufacturing (Boeing), hospital (Providence Hospital), and apparel (ChefWorks). These White Systems installations are automated systems comprised of either stand-alone or combinations of White vertical and horizontal carousels, vertical lift modules (VLMs), StorBot robots and inventory management software. “I am excited an honored to take on this role and look forward to accelerating White Systems worldwide,” Lingamfelter said. “For over seven decades the White brand has stood for performance and customer focus. I am pleased to be leading the next phase of innovation…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.24
March 26, 2019
…The team collected insights from the likes of Airbus, Boeing, Honeywell Aerospace and United Technologies Corp. to gain perspective on using AM to produce end-use parts. These companies, along with BMW, Deutsche Bahn, FIT, Jabil, Oerlikon, UPS, the U.S. Marine Corps, and others shared emerging trends from their vantage points. Among the trends are knowledge and skills development, cyber security, post-process automation, materials development, partnerships and industry standards. New and expanded features of Wohlers Report 2019 include: Benefits and challenges of designing for AM, Listing of 107 early-stage investments valued at nearly $1.3 billion, Production, pricing and use of metal…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.55
March 28, 2021
…distribution warehouse in the Netherlands. Primus' customers include Lockheed, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics, and Raytheon. VELO3D said its integrated, full stack offering of software, hardware, and process-control innovation allows engineers to accelerate product innovation, be more responsive to market needs, and reduce costs. The Silicon Valley-based company also recently announced its merger with special-purpose acquisition company JAWS Spitfire Acquisition Corp. Primus Aerospace to use first dedicated VELO3D printer The companies said the Sapphire system is the first titanium-dedicated metal 3D printer from VELO3D that will be used solely for aerospace and defense applications. Primus said it has identified the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.34
June 04, 2023
…time. Aircraft manufacturers with an interest in AI include Boeing, Honeywell Aerospace, and Lockheed Martin. Edge computing: Cloud and edge computing technology can handle and analyze data from UAVs in real time, allowing for faster decision-making and more efficient operations. Frontrunners using edge computing include Intel, Thales Group, and GE Aviation. Computer vision: Machine vision enables autonomous drones to observe and interpret their surroundings, allowing them to navigate complicated landscapes and avoid obstacles. Vendors such as Rockwell Collins and General Electric are using computer vision to enhance the accuracy of their products. Swarm technology: This technology has the potential to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.47
January 28, 2022
…Inc., Carnegie Mellon University, ATI Specialty Alloys and Components, Boeing Description: This project will develop a robotic vision and visual tactile inspection system that automates high-resolution surface defect inspections of spacecraft components and commercial airplane fuselages. These technological improvements could improve the quality of aerospace inspections as well as replace manual operations, said the ARM Institute. The inspection system could also improve the reliability, maintainability, and readiness of aviation assets and ultimately to reduce the lifecycle costs of the fleet. AI and robotics would allow the system to standardize and learn inspection processes for many components in different industries, which…
