After developing its own computer chips, Apple also wants to develop the display technology for its devices itself. The iPhone company has already succeeded in producing prototypes of small screens for its Apple Watch computer watch, according to the financial service Bloomberg.
read more...In collaboration with the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Framos has developed 3D glasses that offer visually impaired people a new way of exploring their surroundings. Visual signals are converted into acoustic and haptic signals.
read more...The smartphone has become an integral part of everyday life. An ecosystem has developed around the mobile phone, from which providers of apps and mobile services, as well as telecom providers, benefit. However, sales figures are now falling worldwide.
read more...Audi wants to use virtual reality to assess the designs of new cars and thus reduce the number of time-consuming physical test models. The technology also offers potential in production.
read more...In 2017, the business of German manufacturers of industrial valves recorded a nominal increase in orders of 11% and sales growth of 4% compared to 2016. At that time, incoming orders had stagnated and sales had declined slightly.
read more...Extension units can be used to add haptic elements to HMI devices. There are several options for the connection - from direct hard wiring to bus-compatible communication via Profinet or Profisafe.
read more...The HGW 1033 wireless handheld operating device from Sigmatek has an industrial-grade 10.1-inch multi-touch display (PCT). Wireless data transmission eliminates the need for meters of cable on the production floor.
read more...Opticon offers the FDI-4100 2D imager, which, according to the manufacturer, can be integrated into POS systems, PDAs, data collectors, terminals and ticket machines thanks to its design with a height of just 15.4 mm.
read more...What products are there on the growing mobile automation market? Computer&AUTOMATION presents a selection of new products in a series of pictures.
read more...Mobile devices are inexpensive, constantly online and with their apps, up-to-date information is quickly available at all times. This also opens up potential in the industrial environment, but requires well thought-out integration.
read more...NFC can be found in more than 1.5 billion smartphones and is primarily used in the consumer sector. The simple and intuitive communication over short distances also predestines the technology for industry.
read more...The following should apply in every industrial company: The safety of employees comes first! Lone worker protection concepts can now be implemented cost-effectively and efficiently using a smartphone or tablet.
read more...CES / Consumer Electronics Show 2018
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas always provides interesting impetus for the industry. This year, companies once again presented numerous innovations - particularly in the areas of connected vehicles and HMI technologies.
read more...The starting signal has been given for the 'Start-up Competition - Digital Innovations' 2018: Creative minds can apply with their ideas from the information and communication technology sector. Computer&AUTOMATION shows ideas for industrial use that have already won awards.
read more...The automotive glass system is a touch panel designed for use in mobile machinery.
read more...Rockwell Automation offers new versions of the Factorytalk Analytics for Devices application and the Factorytalk Teamone app. The latter is designed to simplify collaboration with the help of detailed alarm information in real time and has been supplemented with alarm modules.
read more...Renesas offers Linux support with long-term support for its RZ/G processors. The chips have powerful graphics and are aimed at operating panels, control and communication devices.
read more...At SPS IPC Drives 2017, signaling device manufacturer Werma will be presenting complete signaling technology systems that can be retrofitted at any time, are intelligently networked, work "out-of-the-box" and can be used immediately.
read more...The plug-in concept is one of the central features of the Visiwin HMI software. It makes it possible to reflect modularization in mechanical and plant engineering in the visualization, as Stefan Niermann, responsible for sales and marketing at Inosoft, explains.
read more...Near Field Communication (NFC) technology is already playing an important role in the consumer market. Richard Schmidmaier, Senior Marketing Manager at NXP, explains why the technology also has a right to exist at SPS IPC Drives.
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