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Combining GenAI and Generative Design for Automation System Development

Generative AI enables the exploration of multiple scenarios to refine automated system parameters in real-time and make industrial automation more accessible, efficient and aligned with specific business goals and industry standards.

Distributor Insights into Industrial Automation Trends

With more than 15 million products in its inventory, DigiKey has a level of insight into automation technology use few other companies have.
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A BOM-Centered Digital Thread

Definitions of the digital thread tend to vary, but Siemens’ bills of material approach gets to the core of data usage from engineering design through to the supply chain.

Custom Integrator Streamlines Panel Building

Using Weidmuller’s Configurator, Blue Collar Automation simplified its control panel design process by using the software platform to select components, lay out panel designs,...
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End-to-End Automation for Small to Mid-Sized Manufacturers

Has Vention cracked the plug-and-play automation code for smaller manufacturers? The company’s platform, covering everything needed from design to deployment and support, appears...

3D Design and Augmented Reality Tech Aids Custom Configuration

Acoustic guitar manufacturer Dowina shows how Vectary’s platform can be used for millions of custom configuration possibilities.

Reality Capture in Manufacturing Workflows

A look at 10 ways reality capture technology is used in manufacturing today to connect design and production, aid in reverse engineering, deliver hyper-accurate measurements and...

Deciphering Digital Twins and Simulation

Michael Sarvo of Rockwell Automation offers advice on how manufacturers should go about choosing digital twin or simulation technology for commissioning or testing a new piece...

Videos

Vention at Automate 2024

A look at how Vention seeks to ease the process of automation for small and mid-sized manufacturers,
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Robot Path Planning in Tecnomatix

Beyond path planning, simulation data from the robots can be connected to the automation system to assess how the line is actually running.
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Tecnomatix Plant Simulation Software Demo

Siemens explains how OEMs, production line builders and manufacturers can now use digital twins to manage numerous applications—from equipment design to designing robotic cells...
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Cobot Palletizing System

ONExia demonstrates its PalletizHD robotic palletizing system available with three cobot types—a 20kg Doosan cobot, a UR10 Universal Robot, and a CRX cobot from Fanuc.