Artificial intelligence (AI)

The digital transformation of German industry is making tangible progress - but it is not onlylarge corporations that are focusing on future technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and autonomous robots. A new analysis shows: Medium-sized companies are also making targeted investments in modern technologies and are even taking on a pioneering role in key areas of Industry 4.0.

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The Hima Group, a provider of safety-related automation solutions, grew significantly in the 2024 financial year, driven in part by international expansion and an increasing focus on digital solutions.

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A new type of AI chip developed at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) works without the otherwise necessary connection to the internet or cloud servers. The 'AI Pro' chip is modeled on the human brain. Its neuromorphic architecture helps it to make calculations on site and therefore cyber-secure. It also consumes up to ten times less energy.

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The results of the current Automatica Trend Index 2025 show: Global acceptance of robotics and automation in industry is increasing - and with it the awareness that technological innovation is the key to the future of work.

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Omron Corporation, headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, and Cognizant have entered into a strategic partnership to drive the integration of information and operational technology (IT and OT) in the industry.

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As artificial intelligence is increasingly used in sectors such as healthcare, autonomous driving and smart cities, conventional computer architectures are reaching significant limits in terms of processing speed and energy efficiency. The 'Vitfox' project aims to advance AI through the development of energy-efficient neuromorphic computing systems.

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Robotics company German Bionic presents its most advanced exoskeleton model to date, called 'Exia', which is fully controlled by augmented AI.

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IDS Imaging Development Systems is expanding its range of AI cameras with the 'IDS NXT oslo'. The model combines artificial intelligence with video streaming and recording functions in a compact, industrial-grade housing.

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Jungheinrich and Merantix have announced a strategic partnership. The aim of the cooperation is to promote applications based on artificial intelligence (AI) in the industry.

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The Technische Universität Dresden (TUD) says it has reached an important milestone in the development of neuromorphic computer systems: the 'SpiNNcloud' supercomputer has gone into operation.

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