Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.37
May 07, 2019
…in September 2019 in FIT’s main facility in Lupburg, Germany, the press will enable the additive manufacturing (AM) specialist to boost productivity while responding to the industrial requirements for 3D printed metal series parts. Operating at a temperature of 1400°C (2552°F) and pressure of 30,000 psi (2,070 bar), the press model QIH 32 M URQ offers a capacity of 120 kg (264 lbs.) per load in a work zone that measures 270 mm (10.6 in.) in diameter and 500 mm (19.7) in. in height. Its URQ feature allows heat treatment and cooling to be combined in a single process, known…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.51
May 01, 2019
…will use NVIDIA DRIVE technology. The A8 Highway in Germany as seen in rFpro simulation software, running a test in a scenario with cones blocking off traffic. Image courtesy of rFpro. At GTC, NVIDIA unveiled its safety driving policy called the Safety Force Field (SFF). which is integrated into the NVIDIA DRIVE technology stack. “SFF is a robust driving policy that analyzes and predicts the vehicle’s environment. It determines a set of acceptable actions to protect the vehicle, as well as others on the road. These actions won’t create, escalate or contribute to an unsafe situation, and include the measures…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.96
April 10, 2019
…too. Not only is DB the national railroad of Germany, 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…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.96
April 01, 2019
…of operation.” At Hannover Messe 2019, opening in Hannover, Germany, 3D Systems is showcasing its Figure 4 Standalone plastic 3D printer as a new technology to be integrated in Nokia’s “factory in a box.” The integration of additive manufacturing alongside augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) and robotics, all powered by Nokia private 4G / 5G connectivity, results in a semi-automated production workflow. “After the positive feedback we received for our factory in a box concept last year, it was important to reach a new level with version 2.0,” says Grant Marshall, VP supply network & engineering, Nokia. “We did so in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.17
March 25, 2019
…taxis that could ferry passengers across a city. Bruchsal, Germany-based Volocopter is currently working with Fraport AG, the entity that acts as airport manager 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…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.40
January 25, 2019
…more human-robot collaboration, Volkswagen is teaming up with Dresden, Germany-based startup Wandelbots to more efficiently train industrial robots using an innovative jacket fitted with sensors and actuators. The sensors on the jacket detect human movements in real time, and the actuators provide haptic feedback. In this way, a robot can watch a human complete a task and then absorb the movement data to imitate the actions (MM&D Online Staff 2018). Distribution: In distribution and fulfillment centers, robots have been programmed to assist with order picking by traveling to a specific location to pick a pallet of an item or, in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.32
January 23, 2019
…marketing robots will increase significantly in 2019, especially in Germany, China and the U.S. In 2019 industrial manufacturers will have a wide choice of machines—some will be task-specific and others will be generalist robots. Key factors will continue to be reliability, safety, speed, precision and ease of use. As with the early personal computer market, robots will be used for applications the manufacturers did not imagine. There will not be a common API for robots as was the case for early PCs, at least not in 2019 or 2020. However, robots today are seen as a programmable platform, and the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.12
January 01, 2019
…launched its AM simulation tool at Formnext in Frankfurt, Germany. Simulation helps companies predict the behavior of a part during production, so that they can optimize build preparation and reduce costs. “Specific simulations can be done in the virtual environment to reduce errors and optimize the entire production process for a specific part or specific geometry,” Motte says. “You’re not just reducing scrap, but increasing productivity.” The use of simulation also helps companies address the shortage of AM experts. “You need simulation to have stability in the process, because staff come and go,” says Brent Stucker, director of additive manufacturing…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.72
December 10, 2018
…last year or so, I think that’s changing. In Germany, for instance, Arvato SCM Solutions is utilizing pouch sortation and automated packaging technologies to optimize e-fulfillment and managing returns. GEODIS is utilizing mobile collaborative robots in its fulfillment operations. Last fall, DB Schenker announced that it is partnering with IAM Robotics to develop the warehouse of the future, utilizing IAM’s mobile, piece-picking robotic technology. And, DHL Supply Chain is utilizing mobile collaborative robots and smart glass technology in its fulfillment operations. In fact, a week ago, I had a chance to interview three DHL executives about a $300 million technology…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.86
October 19, 2018
…2017: China, Japan, South Korea, the United States and Germany. China has significantly expanded its leading position with the strongest demand and a market share of 36% of the total supply in 2017. With sales of about 138,000 industrial robots (2016-2017: +59%) China´s sales volume was higher than the total sales volume of Europe and the Americas combined (112,400 units). Foreign robot suppliers increased their sales by 72% to 103,200 units, including robots produced locally by international robot suppliers in China. According to IFR, this is the first time that foreign robot suppliers have a higher growth rate than the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.43
October 08, 2018
…last-mile logistics,” explains Dr. Gerhard Nowak, Partner at Strategy& Germany. “The missing piece of the puzzle is currently the automated comparison of freight and available vehicles. In a fully automated supply chain, a product on an Industry 4.0 production line would already be produced with the digital information to book the transport for its own delivery shortly before its completion.” A consistently digitized supply chain saves administrative overheads, replaces time-consuming inventory, and reduces insurance costs by cutting error rates. In total, savings of up to 41% are possible by 2030 compared to today's supply chains. The first-mile delivery of products…
