With the 'IODDfinder', the IO-Link community has created a central manufacturer-independent database for IO device descriptions. This creates a central access point for all available IODDs - useful for manufacturers and users alike.
read more...One cable for the motor power supply and the sensor supply with communication - technologically, the associated challenges on the cable and in the connection technology have already been solved. Now the motor feedback market has to follow suit.
read more...The digitalization of industry is progressing at different speeds in different sectors. What do process automation companies need to consider in order to be fit for Industry 4.0?
read more...German small and medium-sized enterprises have so far been very cautious when it comes to Industry 4.0. The NIKI 4.0 project aims to enable these companies to experience the first Industry 4.0 benefits in their own real production.
read more...Optical data transmission light barriers transmit data from moving system parts in conveyor technology over long distances using invisible infrared laser light. However, fault diagnosis could previously only be carried out locally.
read more...Agreement between Volkswagen and Mobileye
Volkswagen and Mobileye are planning a new navigation standard for autonomous driving from 2018. Future Volkswagen models will use Mobileye's camera-based map and localization technology 'Road Experience Management'.
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...A firmware update may also be necessary for sensors and actuators in the age of Industry 4.0. The IO-Link community has now specified a standardized update mechanism via IO-Link.
read more...Every intelligent sensor needs a way to transfer process data to a higher-level intelligence system. A single-channel data output - as has been common up to now - no longer does justice to the topic of Industry 4.0.
read more...In both plastics extrusion and injection molding, defect detection and component colour control are important parameters in the production process. Both can be checked fully automatically directly during production using suitable sensor technology.
read more...From February 15 to 17, 2017, 'Elektrotechnik' will open its doors in Dortmund for the 41st time. With the two focus areas of industrial and building applications, it aims to cover the entire spectrum of electrical engineering and industrial electronics.
read more...Andreas Schneider takes over the management of EnOcean, a developer and provider of battery-free wireless technology for use in building and industrial automation, among other things.
read more...The main area of application for sulphur hexafluoride is the insulation of high-voltage electrical switchgear. As the non-toxic gas is the strongest of all greenhouse gases, its use is subject to the strictest environmental regulations - and special requirements for measurement technology.
read more...Data is the real 'treasure' of Industry 4.0, and it is usually up to sensor technology to deliver it. Bernhard Müller, a member of Sick's management board, explains the future requirements that manufacturers and users will face in this area.
read more...Equipped with a new sensor concept and robust localization, the Mercedes-Benz Future Bus started its 20-km test drive in July 2016. The Research Center for Information Technology (FZI) has now announced details of the technical implementation.
read more...In the 'Solutions Park', Pepperl+Fuchs will be presenting four communication solutions to make information from the field level available for continuous communication in the sense of Industry 4.0. Michael Bozek explains the details.
read more...Leuze electronic cooperates with Microsoft and presents the first jointly developed I4.0-capable sensor solution based on the 'BCL 348i' barcode reader. Dr. Henning Grönzin explains the details.
read more...Endress+Hauser is once again launching an 80 GHz radar measuring device for continuous level measurement - for the first time with an 80 GHz operating frequency for the process industry. Markus Schmid explains the background.
read more...RFID is nothing new for production automation. However, what makes RFID an interesting growth market is the fact that it is a key technology in the implementation of small batches. Or to put it another way: without RFID, there is no Industry 4.0.
read more...The Matrix 120 from Datalogic is a compact 2D imager with embedded Ethernet for industrial use. According to the provider, it covers all OEM and entry-level manufacturing applications with just a few models.
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