Deutsche Telekom is further expanding its 5G ecosystem for industry. In addition to the partnership with network equipment provider Ericsson, three specialists for smart production and development have now joined the network: EK Automation, Konica Minolta and Endress+Hauser.
read more...The IoT hype has passed its peak. It really is time for automation to leave the IoT prototype phase behind. But where are the solutions that not only work from a technical perspective, but also from an economic one?
read more...Artificial intelligence / BVDW
72% of German citizens prefer to buy digital products or services that are designed in such a way that they follow ethical principles when making decisions. This is one of the findings of the latest study by the German Digital Industry Association (BVDW).
read more...To date, OPC UA and DDS have often been presented as competitors. Competitors that will both be based on the Ethernet standard TSN. - However, the key to successful automation in the future lies in a combination of the three standards DDS, OPC UA and TSN.
read more...Only the reliable and structured interaction of all units in an ant colony ensures its survival. Data communication in a modern industrial network works no differently in a figurative sense.
read more...5G in automation - a hot topic at the moment. How quickly can we actually expect 5G to be used in industry? What obstacles still need to be overcome? Thomas Schildknecht summarizes the key points in this interview.
read more...Since 1 September 2019, Dr. Timo Berger has strengthened the now three-member Executive Board team at the international electrical engineering company Weidmüller. He succeeds José Carlos Álvarez Tobar.
read more...With the Ascend 910, Chinese telecommunications provider Huawei has unveiled what it claims is the world's most powerful AI processor. Also new: the AI framework MindSpore, which will be available as an open source solution from 2020.
read more...In a letter to employees, Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei warns of a "life-or-death moment" for the company and warns underutilized employees to start new projects - otherwise they could face salary cuts or dismissal.
read more...Since December last year, a number of managers have already left the crisis-ridden Kuka. Another prominent departure is now Heinrich Munz, most recently Lead Architect Industry 4.0 at Kuka.
read more...With the Calypso WLAN module, Würth Elektronik eiSos offers a fully integrated wireless module for embedded systems in industrial applications. Interoperability and the corresponding security requirements are proven by the Wi-Fi certification.
read more...Follow-up with Dr. Thomas Kuhn
The three-year BMBF project 'Basic System Industry 4.0' came to an end on June 30, 2019. What goals were achieved? What can be transferred into practice? Where do we go from here? Project manager Dr. Thomas Kuhn gives his opinion.
read more...The Turck Group intends to differentiate itself into the automation technology and development and production services divisions and to focus certain company locations on key technology areas.
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On July 1, 2019, Sven Hamann (pictured) took over as Head of Bosch Connected Industry. Hamann succeeds Dr. Stefan Aßmann. As Business Chief Digital Officer, he is moving to the Bosch Industrial Technology division.
read more...The upcoming 5G mobile communications standard is seen by many experts as an important enabler for decisively advancing Industry 4.0 and the smart factory. However, the recent frequency auction has given rise to plenty of criticism - especially from a financial perspective.
read more...Huawei Technologies has published its financial results for the first half of 2019: Despite being included in the US sanctions list, the company recorded a 23.2% increase in sales compared to the same period last year. The figures in detail.
read more...VDMA / Artificial intelligence
Start-ups are becoming increasingly important in mechanical and plant engineering: according to the VDMA, companies are looking for partnerships to jointly conquer new fields of technology. With the 'Start-up Radar', the association provides a tool for navigating the start-up scene.
read more...Approval for Bosch and Daimler
Bosch and Daimler receive approval from the authorities in Baden-Württemberg for the automated parking system in the Mercedes-Benz Museum parking garage in Stuttgart. The automated drive-up and parking service works via a smartphone app and without a safety driver.
read more...I4.0-capable components on machines and systems are essential for the smart factory of the future - everything from sensors and control systems to cloud connectivity is required. Below is a small selection.
read more...Bosch is planning to strengthen its activities in the field of future-oriented AI technology: In 'Cyber Valley', the technology company plans to invest around 35 million euros in the construction of the 'Bosch AI Campus' in Tübingen.
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