Abhijit Dubey is the new Chief Executive Officer
As the new CEO, Abhijit Dubey is responsible for NTT Data's business outside Japan.
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read more...5G mmWave: From the lab to the factory
5G mmWave technology is commercially available for industrial customers for the first time. Deutsche Telekom has tested the 5G frequencies in the millimeter wave range (mmWave) at 26 gigahertz with use cases from industry.
read more...Power supply methods with Single Pair Ethernet (SPE)
What are the advantages of hybrid connection solutions compared to PoDL? Find out more about the possibilities of this hybrid connection solution compared to existing power supply solutions in the report.
read more...Close and yet so far away
Due to complex processes and high cost pressure, system operators and plant operators can hardly avoid analysis at the edge: only by processing the measurement data close to the process can the process be intervened in real time in the event of a fault.
read more...The Cloud RAN extension
The 5G-Industry Campus Europe in Aachen has now been expanded with a Cloud RAN infrastructure. "Cloud RAN" creates a basis for the use of 5G functionalities and industrial applications on shared server hardware.
read more...The opportunities of SPE technology
Single-pair Ethernet (SPE) allows Ethernet technology to be used right down to the level of sensors and actuators. This makes it much easier for various user groups to access and view these devices.
read more...The e-paper of issue 06/2024
In recent years, the automation industry has not been guided by theoretical approaches and predetermined structures, but has reacted to unexpected events with the result in mind. The authors of this issue call for more pragmatism.
read more...Partnership for networked manufacturing with 5G and real-time positioning
Telekom and Trumpf are further expanding their cooperation in the field of positioning systems for the networked industry. The agreement that has now been signed will facilitate the joint market launch.
read more...Déjà vu from IT
Automation is currently characterized by exciting trends - these are "revolutionary" innovations with which the IT industry has long had experience, but the automation industry has not yet. "IT meets OT" with practical examples.
read more...Switch uses SPE transmission standard
The '7L600' single-pair Ethernet switch from EKF is a 'ModBlox7'-based product. It is particularly suitable as a multifunctional gateway in IIoT or retrofit applications, but can also be used as an edge computer for (real-time) data pre-processing and data collection.
read more...Compact communication solution
Deutschmann Automation offers an embedded version of the 'Unigate Falcon' protocol converter/gateway series that can be integrated immediately. The 'Unigate Falcon Embedded' communication solution quickly provides an Industrial Ethernet or fieldbus interface.
read more...Industrial Ethernet data acquisition systems
The 'SeaI/O Ethernet' series from ICP Germany can record and control digital and analog values remotely via the network.
read more...Structure and management adapted
The departure of CEO Jacques Dias on August 31 is being used by Burim Mirakaj, the manager with overall responsibility for the DACH & CEE region, to realign Axians Germany.
read more...Cooperation with HEW-Kabel
Habia, a supplier of high-performance cables, cable harnesses and services, has expanded its product range and market coverage by merging with HEW-Kabel.
read more...The e-paper of issue 05/2024
Strategies for the future are one of the topics covered in the current issue of Computer&Automation. Read about the reforms that associations are demanding from politicians, the opportunities offered by technologies such as ChatGPT and SPE and the role that robots play in control cabinet assembly.
read more...Revolution of the business model
Linux-based automation systems, including PLCs, industrial PCs and IoT devices, are currently leading to the consolidation and opening up of systems. However, opening up only on a device basis is only half the battle.
read more...Beckhoff simplifies AI training
An evolutionary development every year, a revolutionary leap every five to seven years - this is how Beckhoff aims to secure its technological leadership. At the press conference, the company from Verl also presented some technological highlights.
read more...AI training made easier
An evolutionary development every year, a revolutionary leap every five to seven years - this is how Beckhoff aims to secure its technological leadership. At Hannover Messe, the company from Verl also presented some technological highlights.
read more...Production data directly into the IT
Process automation in the Industry 4.0 environment requires all important information about the production process in real time. Smart sensors enable a direct 'online' connection between OT and IT, even in the brownfield.
read more...SPE - the status quo
The standardization of Single Pair Ethernet is driven by application priorities. How can industry-specific diversification be handled in practice?
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