Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.53
April 10, 2019
…it is a global provider of rail vehicles and infrastructure maintenance. It has to support 100-year-old steam locomotives still in use, as well the newest high-speed electric trains. Its goal is to become a leader in rail propulsion as a service; replacing parts for old locomotives is part of the challenge. It produced its first 3D-printed part in 2015 (a coat hook); by the end of 2018 it created 15,000 spare parts and other items using 3D printing. At A Glance: 3YOURMIND Agile MES Optimizes additive manufacturing processes by connecting teams and project. The goal is data-driven production floor automation.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.57
April 01, 2019
…that can accommodate travelers. Thus, a whole new ecommerce infrastructure was born to satisfy the backpackers and budget-conscious travelers who previously didn’t have an option; and the homeowners who previously didn’t have a good way to offer their extra bedrooms and vacation homes for rental. Similarly, manufacturers with extra production capacity can join the Fictiv and Xometry networks, where they could be discovered by inventors, hobbyists and small startups with low-volume orders. But what makes the on-demand manufacturing economy run smoothly is much more than a simple online discovery process. There’s something beyond the algorithms that find and connect those…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.96
March 25, 2019
…Conservancy of Arizona, REI has supported modernization of irrigation infrastructure to conserve water and enhance flows for recreation and wildlife, protect farmland and limit development and water extraction in sensitive areas, as well as removal of invasive plants to restore river habitat. REI joined DOE’s Better Buildings Alliance in 2015. Since becoming a partner, REI has actively participated in program events, including webinars, meetings, and working groups to share energy efficiency best practices with peers in the retail sector. More than 900 organizations now partner with DOE in Better Buildings and have saved more than $3 billion in energy costs…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.70
March 25, 2019
…latency. 5G could also play a crucial role in vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communications. V2I communications connect vehicles with infrastructures such as traffic lights, bus stops, and even the road itself. This could improve traffic flow, reduce external danger factors, increase vehicle reaction time, and make public transportation more efficient. Read: Integrated Intelligent Logistics Management Increases Supply Chain Efficiency 3. Manufacturing 5G technology could help production operations in the manufacturing industry to become more flexible and efficient while enhancing safety. This would enable manufacturers to enhance “smart factories,” which leverage automation, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and IoT. Tethered and untethered robots could…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.37
March 25, 2019
…for the Frankfurt Airport, to develop concepts for ground infrastructure and operations that would enable the use of Volocopter’s vehicles at the airport. The plan is to establish Volocopter Ports that could link urban transportation junctions with each other, and with the airport. Fraport has already tested the use of drones for operational applications via its FraDrones program. “Autonomous flying will fundamentally change aviation in the years to come. We want to be the first airport in Europe to harness the potential of electric air taxis in partnership with pioneer Volocopter—for the benefit of our passengers and the Frankfurt/Rhine-Main region.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.25
March 14, 2019
…e-commerce services, digital content and electronic devices, web and infrastructure computing services, and transportation and logistics services, and across geographies, including cross-border competition. Some of our current and potential competitors have greater resources, longer histories, more customers, and/or greater brand recognition, particularly with our newly-launched products and services and in our newer geographic regions. They may secure better terms from vendors, adopt more aggressive pricing, and devote more resources to technology, infrastructure, fulfillment, and marketing. Competition may intensify, including with the development of new business models and the entry of new and well-funded competitors, and as our competitors enter into…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.33
March 11, 2019
…significant problems in diverse areas such as surgery, manufacturing, infrastructure inspection and search rescue,” Burnstein said. “Additionally, he has co-founded several companies, including Medrobotics for surgical system, Hebi Robotics for modular robots, and Bito Robotics for autonomous guided vehicles. His FDA-approved surgical snake robot has been in use in the U.S. and Europe since 2015.” “Add to that his role as a co-founder of the ARM Institute that is aimed at advancing technology development and education for robotics in manufacturing, and his role as a founding editor of the journal Science Robotics, and you see that Dr. Choset is well-deserving…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.80
March 11, 2019
…initiatives for the company include: investment in its cloud infrastructure and software tools to streamline workflow, expansion of its global manufacturing network to increase access to manufacturing capabilities, materials, and capacity, and hiring top talent to scale its service experience, the company notes. “Fictiv is developing the software infrastructure required to connect the manufacturing workforce and trillions of dollars of capital equipment,” says CEO and co-founder Dave Evans. “In doing so, both product developers and manufacturers will benefit from the efficiencies gained by eliminating unnecessary, repetitive tasks and unlocking employees to focus on creative problem-solving.” “With Fictiv, companies are no…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.23
March 07, 2019
…continue to invest in equipment, systems as well as infrastructure to meet growth and fulfillment demands, but more of them are turning to outside help. However, this year’s more hesitant outlook isn’t borne out of business pessimism—it likely reflects a more measured approach to figuring out the right mix of investments to keep pace with requirements, while weighing decisions against uncertainties in areas like global trade. “The climate is mostly optimistic, but there’s some caution out there,” says Donald Derewecki, a senior consultant with St. Onge Company, a supply chain engineering and consulting firm that assists our research team in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.99
February 06, 2019
…supply chains are being transformed as companies replace fixed infrastructure and outdated processes with flexible, scalable robotic solutions to meet the changing demands of modern commerce,” says senior analyst Glenn Sanders. Tractica’s report, “Warehousing and Logistics Robots”, examines the market and technology issues related to warehousing and logistics robots, as well as the development of global markets with forecasts and analysis for the five-year period from 2018 through 2022. The report addresses crucial market drivers and challenges, in addition to the most important technology issues that will affect market development. In total, 81 key and emerging industry players are profiled.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.52
February 01, 2019
…using it in new construction, where no internet protocol infrastructure exists. Development teams can also use cellular in locations where the IT department is applying requirements too strict to work with. Low-power wireless also comes into play. Designers use Bluetooth to connect devices and systems to sensors and local controls. “In commercial, there are a lot of choices: Bluetooth, Thread, Zigbee, Z-Wave and more,” says Rigling. “This complicates the commercial space a bit because you need edge infrastructure that can connect to, and integrate with, multiple protocols. If not, you end up with overlapping infrastructures.” The options, however, do not…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.89
January 29, 2019
…legislation more challenging. Bipartisan cooperation could support a long-awaited infrastructure spending bill, but proposed legislation this year is still an unknown. 10. External “wild cards” will factor into capital spending decisions. While the outlook for capital spending remains generally positive, there are additional areas businesses will keep an eye on for the potential to impact their equipment acquisition strategies. Modest to moderate growth forecast for business investment could decelerate if trade tensions and tightening credit conditions continue to erode business confidence. The oil sector has exposure to uncertainty resulting from numerous factors, including falling oil prices, surging U.S. production and…
