AVL and MSC Software to Partner on Autonomous Vehicle Projects
March 25, 2019
AVL is developing a scenario-based open verification and validation toolchain to generate operational scenarios, create the relevant test cases, and execute testing and homologation of automated driving functions.
Grant Thornton survey: CFOs to drive digital change
March 22, 2019
After use of machine learning tripled in one year, more than one third of CFOs look to implement artificial intelligence, drones, robots and blockchain within the next two years.
Renishaw to Showcase Multi-Laser AM Innovations at AMUG 2019
March 21, 2019
Advanced automotive technology on display will include LED heat sinks, a low-cost, high-volume headlight component with no post-processing required.
Automate 2019 introduces “Automation Works!” day to help manufacturers, exhibitors fill open jobs
March 20, 2019
Last day of the April 8-11 show in Chicago will include theater sessions focused on working in automation and the chance for job seekers to connect with exhibitors looking for...
RightHand Robotics partners with PALTAC Corp.
March 19, 2019
Agreement will lead to first RightPick deployments in the Japanese market
Is Your Company Ready for the Robotic Revolution?
March 19, 2019
Robotics are making their way into warehouses and DCs around the world, but it's not an end-all. It takes a complete end-to-end solution, which means investing in the right type...
The Role of Software in Optimizing AutoStore Performance
March 18, 2019
The AutoStore automated storage and retrieval system has emerged as a highly effective solution for warehouses that need to maximize storage density and accelerate pick speeds.
3Degrees Launches TRACE for Best Practices in 3D Printing
March 15, 2019
Software offers an intuitive, flexible tool to tackle requirements in quality management, company says.
Maintenance Repair and Operation Technician Spotlight: Nikolai Ouchakov, OPEX Corp.
March 14, 2019
The Modern MRO team sat down with an automated storage and robotic sorting technician to give you an idea of what is like working in the field.
Taking a Look at Why Amazon Is Bringing Logistics In-House
March 14, 2019
Amazon's worldwide shipping costs were fifteen times higher in 2018 than in 2009, so you don't have to puzzle over the reason why they are looking at their own in-house transportation and...
60 Seconds with Jeff Burnstein, President of the Association for Advancing Automation (A3)
March 12, 2019
Modern's staff sat down with Jeff Burnstein of A3 to discuss Automation and the Automate event.
2019 Warehouse / DC Equipment Survey: Still bullish, but more measured
March 7, 2019
Spending on 3PL services and new technologies are all part of a more deliberate approach to figuring out the right mix of equipment, software and services to manage the stress...
Rize Additive Manufacturing Helps Soldiers Get Parts Faster
March 1, 2019
This effort led U.S. Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center to expand into additive manufacturing, specifically, to identify the types of materials that can be used in AM...
Making Autonomous Vehicles Smarter
March 1, 2019
Combining real-world info and simulated conditions to build a data set.
FedEx Unveils Future Autonomous Delivery Robot
February 27, 2019
FedEx Corp. announced today a development in cutting-edge delivery solutions to meet the rapidly changing needs of consumers - the FedEx SameDay Bot - an autonomous delivery device designed to...
UC Berkeley Demonstrates ‘All at Once’ 3D Printing
February 25, 2019
New system uses light to create solid objects in a matter of minutes
Vanderlande partners with Fizyr for AI robotics software
February 25, 2019
Partnership will apply deep-learning technology software to enable robots to identify the best grasp locations across a wide range of products.
Brexit Impact on Distribution, Warehousing and Supply Chains
February 21, 2019
We're all sick of hearing about it, but for business leaders, warehousing and distribution operational managers, Brexit is posing tough questions and threatens to derail many supply chains.
Impact of Automation & Artificial Intelligence on the Workforce
February 15, 2019
A new Brookings report forecasts automation's sizable impacts on the American workforce through 2030, the authors find demographic and geographic variation in susceptibility throughout the United States based on analysis of...
FELIXprinters Launches Large Build Envelope Industrial Additive Manufacturing Solutions
February 14, 2019
FELIXprinters introduces the Pro L and XL Systems, expanding its industrial range of additive manufacturing machines.