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A philosophy of automation
In an industrial context, the word automation is often, inaccurately, used to mean only industrial robotics. In fact, it refers to everything from inverter driven conveyor systems to advanced manufacturing software. Here, in its truest sense, it means controlling a process automatically; without human intervention.
FH series vision system with AI defect detection
OMRON has announced the global release of its new FH Series Vision system with defect detection AI technology that identifies defects without learning samples. This artificial intelligence technology, which reproduces human sensibility and the techniques of skilled inspectors, reliably detects defects that were once difficult to capture, automating human vision-based visual inspection.
Experts present insights in Farnell's Industry 4.0 ebook
A new ebook titled “The Industry 4.0 Interviews 2020” has been released by distributor Farnell.
Episode #16 - COVID fast-forwards electronic designs
Now is a great time to be an electronics design engineer – they have a key part to play in controlling the virus. COVID-19 has been a global and national tragedy – but it has also pressed the fast forward button to the future and accelerated many technologies and concepts by as much as ten years.
Proximity sensors help cut welding downtime
RS Components (RS) has added the OMRON E2EW series welding proximity sensors to its portfolio.
What does a virtual electronica mean for our industry?
Under normal circumstances everyone in the industry should be in the process of clearing their diary and packing the lederhosen as the great and the good of the electronics world descend on Munich for the biennial electronica exhibition.
Robot courier delivering food from shop to home
From the last week of September onwards, customers of REDI shopping centre may have spotted a small, wheeled robot moving about on its own. Its task is to deliver meals on demand from K-Supermarket to the Majakka high-rise building. Customers can place an order via the building’s Asumi service on their computer or mobile device, and the delivery robot courier will take the products directly to the customer or to the collection point in the ...
OMRON HD-1500 mobile robot with 1,500kg payload capacity
OMRON has announced the launch of the HD-1500, the strongest and newest addition to the company’s series of mobile robots. The new HD-1500 boasts a heavy payload capacity of up to 1,500kg.
DIY learning modules delve into industrial automation
element14.com has introduced new resources and expertise to its range of free DIY learning modules to help engineers expand their skillsets through multiple innovative online resources.
Omron touch sensors in stock at Anglia
A full range of Omron touch sensors is now being offered by distributor Anglia.