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AI-generated images can teach robots how to act

Gen AI models aren’t just good for creating pictures—they can be fine-tuned to generate useful robot training data, too.

Personalized Robot Assistance with TidyBot

Jeannette and her team task the robot with tidying up a room: pick up all objects off the floor and put each object where it belongs. One of the key challenges when performing this task is determining the correct receptacle for each object.

Making Pittsburgh a Leading Hub for Robotics and AI

With two Tier 1 research institutions, CMU and the University of Pittsburgh (Pitt), Pittsburgh is uniquely suited to provide the skilled and talented workers necessary for companies looking to launch, scale and grow in a place that provides a soft landing.

AI & Autonomous Solutions in Agriculture

Our autonomous systems have completed over 50,000 operational hours across 150,000 acres in the US. By operating tractors precisely and remotely, we also are seeing improvements in worker safety, and exposure to hazardous materials and chemicals.

2D cameras for positioning and inspecting ultra-fine wires in semiconductor production

Wire bonding is a key process in semiconductor production. Extremely fine wires with diameters of 15 to 75 micrometers are used to create tiny electrical connections between a semiconductor chip and other components.

The Warehouse of the Future: Where Sci-Fi Meets Supply Chain

Technology may not be able to solve all the problems, but it should impact warehouse operations, as did the advent of modern pallets around 1917 and the lift truck, which eventually became the forklift.

Overview of GMSL2 Technology in Automotive Camera Systems

GMSL2 comprises sets of serializer and deserializers (SerDes) ICs. It can provide multi-stream support with a single cable. This interface addresses the needs of high bandwidth, complex interconnect, data integrity, and low power requirements.

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SenseRobot's AI Chess Robot Triumphs Over Four-Time Women's World Chess Champion

SenseRobot Chess has achieved a significant breakthrough, mastering complex engineering challenges that allow its intelligent robotic arms to precisely grasp and position 3D chess pieces — marking a first in household robotics.

AUAR Ships Robotic Micro-Factories to the US to Build Sustainable, Affordable Homes Across the Midwest

The robotic micro-factories developed by AUAR are a breakthrough technology for an industry struggling with a lack of skilled labour and low productivity; the two Micro-Factories shipped to the US can each produce up to 180 homes a year

Pudu Robotics Unveils their PUDU D7 Semi-Humanoid Robot, Showcasing Breakthrough Capabilities and Strategic Vision for Humanoid Robotics

This robot represents a significant advancement in the company's mission to develop cutting-edge solutions that address persistent operational challenges faced by businesses worldwide.

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OnlineMetals Launches Sponsorship Program to Support High School Robotics and College Engineering and Architectural Teams

This initiative provides selected institutions with credits to purchase high-quality materials, helping students bring their innovative ideas to life.

How STURDeCAM34's 140db HDR Helps Automotive Applications to Overcome Imaging Challenges

e-con Systems' latest release, STURDeCAM34, is a cutting-edge 3MP HDR camera built to meet the demands of automotive applications. See how this camera uses its 140dB dynamic range to help these applications overcome major imaging challenges across many scenarios.

PMMI Honors 2024 On the Rise Award Winners

Next generation of leaders honored for accomplishments and commitment to the packaging and processing industry.

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Elmo Motion Control - The Platinum Line, a new era in servo control
Elmo Motion Control – The Platinum Line, a new era in servo control

Elmo Motion Control - The Platinum Line, a new era in servo control

Significantly enhanced servo performance, higher EtherCAT networking precision, richer servo operation capabilities, more feedback options, and certified smart Functional Safety. Elmo's industry-leading Platinum line of servo drives provides faster and more enhanced servo performance with wider bandwidth, higher resolutions, and advanced control for better results. Platinum drives offer precise EtherCAT networking, faster cycling, high synchronization, negligible jitters, and near-zero latency. They are fully synchronized to the servo loops and feature-rich feedback support, up to three feedbacks simultaneously (with two absolute encoders working simultaneously). The Platinum Line includes one of the world's smallest Functional Safety, and FSoE-certified servo drives with unique SIL capabilities.

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MacroFab

MacroFab operates the largest technology platform for electronics manufacturing, offering prototypes, high-volume production, and extended services through a network of over 100 factories across North America. A trailblazer in EMS manufacturing and digital supply chain solutions, MacroFab's robust platform and marketplace foster efficient electronics production, bringing manufacturing closer to the end user. MacroFab delivers unmatched efficiency and accessibility to the hardware tech community.