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RoboticsTomorrow Newsletter - Oct 5/16

IMTS 2016 - Takeaways

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RoboticsTomorrow Newsletter - Oct 5/16
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IMTS 2016 - Takeaways

Many of the OEMs were showing how their smart products and processes were driving new business models like servitization (manufacturing firms developing the capabilities to provide services and solutions that supplement their traditional product offerings) and new "power-by-the-hour" offerings.

Crowdfunding Projects For October

The Hobby Hand, Hobby Hand and two other wacky crowdfunding projects. Sit back and watch the videos.

Big Picture Processes Impact Efficient Lineside Delivery

The self-driving vehicle (SDV) using an autonomous guidance system breaks free of magnetic strips and pre-programmed routes.

Special Tradeshow Coverage for The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS 2016)

IMTS 2016 will be held from September 12th - 17th in Chicago, Illinois. This RoboticsTomorrow.com Special Tradeshow report aims to bring you news, articles and products from this years event.

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Story of the Day

A.I. and robotics could replace 6% of U.S. jobs by 2021

Sharon Gaudin  for ComputerWorld:  In just five years, intelligent systems and robots may have taken up to 6% of U.S. jobs, according to Forrester Research in a report released this week.

As artificial intelligence (A.I.) advances to better understand human behavior and make decisions on its own in complicated situations, it will enable smart software and robots to take on increasingly challenging jobs.  That means robotics should be able to take over some jobs traditionally held by humans by 2021.

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News Headlines
OMRON Adept Technologies Launches AI-equipped Mobile Robot LD, Offering Flexible, Easily Programmable and Automated Transportation toward Human-Machine Harmony in Manufacturing
Roboteam Unveils Groundbreaking UGV Technology at AUSA
Teradyne Inc. Announces New Universal Robots President
Novotechnik - 18-bit Robust Multi-Turn Angle Sensors
Mouser Electronics Announces Final Call for Entries in First-of-Its-Kind Design Challenge to 3D Print an Object in Space
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Upcoming Events
VISION, WORLD’S LEADING TRADE FAIR FOR MACHINE VISION
Nov 08 - 10 2016, Messe Stuttgart, Germany
FABTECH 2016
Nov 16 - 18 2016, Las Vegas, NV
INSIDE 3D PRINTING SHANGHAI
Nov 30 - 02 2016, Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center
INTERNATIONAL DRONE EXPO (IDE)
Dec 09 - 10 2016, Los Angeles, CA
ROBOUNIVERSE SAN DIEGO
Dec 14 - 15 2016, San Diego, CA
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Featured Product

Motion Controls Robotics, Inc. - The Random Robotic Case Erector System

Random Case Erectors are ideal for fulfillment centers and other end-of-line packaging needs. Save money by eliminating changeover downtime. Reduce ergonomic injuries by eliminating repetitive manual tasks. The Random Robotic Case Erector System includes: • FANUC M20iA/20 Robot • Combi gravity case magazine - holds 2 box sizes • Combi bottom flap folder with integrated 3M case sealing head. • Fixed robot base, anchored to the floor • Flexible end of arm tool to pick and erect multiple case sizes to eliminate changeover downtime • System wiring and controls • Color 7.5" touchscreen HMI display for selecting case size • Perimeter guarding with safety interlocks on doors • Programming for Robot, PLC/PMC, HMI and Vision • Complete documentation in electronic format • On-site training and support • Compliance with all applicable robotic safety standards. Alternate safety configuration may be available to allow an operator to changeover a case size in one magazine while the robot continues to work in other magazines. Contact Motion Controls Robotics to learn more about how to implement this system into your current end-of-line operations.

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Featured Company

maxon precision motors

maxon precision motors is a leading supplier of high-precision DC brush and brushless servo motors and drives. These motors range in size from 4 - 90 mm and are available up to 500 watts. We combine electric motors, gears and DC motor controls into high-precision, intelligent drive systems that can be custom-made to fit the specific needs of customer applications.

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