Sshaffner’s popular FN3270 series was extended to provide more options for machine builders. The new FN3271 inherits the benefits of the popular FN3270: Compact dimensions Lightweight design Easy installation and contacting Performance enhanced The FN3271 can present a viable solution for EMC challenges, where the impedance at the connection to the noise source is high (> 100 Ohm). The internal …
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ExOne and Maxxwell Motors jointly develop 3D printed copper windings for electric drive systems
The ExOne Company, a specialist in industrial sand and metal 3D printers using binder jetting technology, is collaborating with Maxxwell Motors on development of a unique copper e-winding design for its innovative axial flux electric motors, which can be used in electric cars as well as a range of other heavy-duty vehicles and industrial devices. Founded in 2018 based on …
Read More »QuickLogic and Zifisense launch development kit for IoT devices
QuickLogic has partnered with Zifisense, an IoT technology provider offering end-to-end IoT solutions to customers based on three disruptive technologies – “ZETA LPWAN”, “Edge AIoT” and “ZETag” to launch a TinyML development kit called ZETA. ZETA is the only full-stack localized LPWAN IoT communication technology in China that is very suitable for large-scale deployment, and solves many common issues including …
Read More »[Tech Watch] Wireless power, faster than 3D printed prototyping
Have you ever wished you could prototype a mechanical part in a matter of minutes, rather than weeks or months? Using traditional methods, creating custom parts for enclosures for Ossia’s wireless power circuit boards, custom fixtures for testing and analysis, and one-off tools for our internal product development teams can take weeks, even months. That’s not great for quickly making …
Read More »Yokohama hosts global conference on robotics and automation, IEEE ICRA 2024
Yokohama has been chosen to host the 2024 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (IEEE ICRA 2024). Organized by the IEEE Robotics & Automation Society, the renowned event will return to Japan for the first time since 2009. Yokohama Convention & Visitors Bureau (YCVB), PACIFICO Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, City of Yokohama, Japan Tourism Agency, and Japan National Tourism Organization …
Read More »Desktop Metal acquires ExOne, cementing its leadership in additive manufacturing for mass production
Desktop Metal and The ExOne Company have entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which Desktop Metal will acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of ExOne common stock. Under the terms of the agreement, ExOne shareholders will receive $8.50 in cash and $17.00 in shares of Desktop Metal common stock for each share of ExOne common stock, for …
Read More »ZF’s ProAI features customized computing power for vehicle platform and automation
Under the motto “Next Generation Mobility. Now”, ZF is focusing on technology for the next generation of vehicles. The latest generation of the ZF ProAI supercomputer plays a key role here: It offers customized computing power for virtually any vehicle platform and every level of automation. Digitization, connectivity, autonomous driving without emissions Mobility is redefining itself. This trend has been …
Read More »Aeva and Nikon bring 4D LiDAR to industrial automation and metrology markets
Aeva, a specialist in next-generation sensing and perception systems, announced a strategic collaboration with Nikon, a global manufacturer and supplier of metrology and inspection equipment for the industrial automation and metrology markets. The companies will focus on bringing Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) 4D LiDAR with unique micron-level measurement capability to high precision industrial automation and metrology applications. Nikon is …
Read More »DigiLens’ T-REx doubles smartglass resolution within existing form factor
DigiLens, an innovator in holographic waveguide display technology for extended reality (XR), announced T-REx (Transparent Resolution Expander). The solid state, electrically switchable wobulation solution, a cutting-edge core technology component doubles the resolution of attached light engines within XR smartglasses without adding any material size, weight or power (SWaP) requirements to the head worn system. This takes high-definition (HD) content and …
Read More »Nexa3D and 3DVerkstan Nordic partner to support Nordic AM industry
Nexa3D, the maker of ultrafast polymer 3D printers, announced the new reseller partnership with Swedish AM specialist 3DVerkstan Nordic AB. The collaboration will expand Nexa3D’s global reach to Sweden and the Nordic region. 3DVerkstan’s customers will now have access to Nexa3D’s ultrafast printing technology and the opportunity to gain a competitive advantage by being able to reduce lead times, cut …
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