CNC, Motion Control
Coordinating complex behaviors among hundreds of robots
Duke University researchers have developed an approach to designing motion plans for multiple robots grows "trees" in the search space to solve complex problems in a fraction of the time.
Modular window film application system reveals high precision, throughput
PDS IG Equipment doubles window film throughput compared to the industry standard by using EtherCAT and PC-based control.
Improving machine performance and reliability with predictive maintenance
With more advanced predictive maintenance tools at their disposal, today’s maintenance and operations teams can improve efficiencies and minimize unplanned downtime.
Creating history: Motion control, industrial communications challenge
Integrated automation and motion controls help to suspend, move heavy garden ‘clouds’ as part of Chicago museum exhibit using a wireless pendant. Fiber-optic, water and power cables used are typically for heavy duty indoor applications and in high bay warehouses, packaging machines and indoor cranes.
Soft robot movement speed inspired by cheetahs
North Carolina State University researchers have developed a type of soft robot capable of moving more quickly on solid surfaces or in the water, which was inspired by how cheetahs move.
How to quickly start a robotic pick-and-place application
Moving parts from a bin to a precise location has required repetitive human agility or talent to address vision, programming and robotic integration challenges. A pre-integrated kit can shorten time to productivity, helping machine tending and pick-and-place robotic applications. See May 12 live webcast and 7 tips below.
How Northrop Grumman engineers helped Apollo 13 astronauts safely return home
Look at how engineers helped the Apollo 13 astronauts got home safely 50 years ago.
University initiates mass manufacture of disposable face shields for COVID-19 response
An MIT team launched mass manufacturing of a new technique to meet the high demand for disposable face shields with a single-piece design that uses die cutting to create them quickly.
Manufacturing index falls in March as COVID-19’s effects hit suppliers, consumers
The purchasing manufactuers' index had a slight decline in March, but the specter of COVID-19 continues to loom over the manufacturing industry as the pandemic spreads.
Transform pneumatics systems for energy conservation, efficiency and safety
Machine automation evolution proves the only limitation is the imagination