Additive Industries Launches Cooperative to Reduce Cost of Consumables for 3D printing
November 22, 2019
The Additive Manufacturing Quality Co-operative is a not-for-profit entity that unites the customers of Additive Industries.
ACT Fulfillment invests in collaborative robots
November 13, 2019
Inflexibility motivated the 3PL to explore a collaborative solution, leading to a ROI in five months.
How mobile robots boost productivity
November 11, 2019
While autonomous mobile robots can reduce the labor requirement that warehouse operators often struggle to fill, in many cases, AMRs are deployed to work alongside humans—not in place...
Enabling the Designer Material Era of Additive Manufacturing
October 1, 2019
The consensus: It's a long path from defining the science to delivering the technology.
Microsoft Invests $1 Billion in Elon Musk-Backed AI Company
July 24, 2019
Microsoft has announced a $1 billion investment in OpenAI as part of a partnership with the artificial intelligence start-up, OpenAI will use Microsoft Azure cloud servers exclusively while it develops more...
Cambashi Releases Industrial IoT/Connected Applications Market Data Observatory
July 15, 2019
This global sizing study focuses on the emergence of connected applications, relying on industry input from providers to define the scope and segmentation of the market.
Mobile Robotics Descend on Warehouse Operations
July 10, 2019
Robots, including autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), are seeing rapid uptake in warehouses. The labor crunch and the ability of AMRs to offload manual travel are central to their take-off, but...
NextGen Supply Chain Conference 2019 Highlights
June 5, 2019
Held at the iconic Chicago Athletic Club, this two-day conference brought together a broad spectrum of supply chain experts, academics, vendors and senior-level executives to discuss what's coming around the...
5G & the Future of Connectivity: 7 Industries the New Wireless Technology Could Transform
March 25, 2019
The next generation of wireless technology could affect a wide range of industries, from manufacturing to transportation services to supply chain management.
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...
Making Autonomous Vehicles Smarter
March 1, 2019
Combining real-world info and simulated conditions to build a data set.
Engineering Girl Power Unleashed on Prosthetic Redesign
February 27, 2019
High school senior creates a lightweight, 3D-printed prosthetic foot for war vet showcasing how K-12 can nurture STEM path for female talent.
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...
Ruggedized Electronics Require Special Attention
February 1, 2019
Meet the challenge of designing sensitive electronics for harsh environments.
Is Large-Scale 3D Printing Sustainable?
December 1, 2018
Additive manufacturing transitions from prototyping to a means of mass production, raising the stakes for sustainability.
Artificial Intelligence Beyond the Hype
December 1, 2018
Advancements in computing and research are making AI applications much more feasible.
Resilience and innovation at Gap Inc.
November 12, 2018
Just months before the start of the 2016 holiday season, one of Gap Inc.'s distribution centers was destroyed by fire. Here's the story of how resilience and innovation saved the...
6 Ways Artificial Intelligence Technology Is Impacting Logistics and Supply Chain Management
October 15, 2018
Artificial Intelligence is already enhancing our lives as consumers, now it is picking up momentum in supply chain management and logistics, and managers should pay close attention as more AI-enhanced...
Understanding MicroCT for Additive Manufacturing
October 4, 2018
MicroCT systems employ either a fan-beam or cone-beam approach to transmit X-rays through a part. Data from either type of scanner is collected at a planar detector and then processed...
A scientific approach to warehouse automation
September 7, 2018
Before making a large investment in automation, companies need to conduct a detailed data-driven, fact-based assessment across people, process and technology to identify the right fit.
