SEW-Eurodrive with its own parallel kinematics
SEW-Eurodrive intends to tackle the topic of machine automation even more intensively than before - with a new business unit and corresponding complete mechatronic solutions.
read more...read more...The nominees for the Hermes Award 2018
The five finalists for the Hermes Award 2018 have been announced! Deutsche Messe, organizer of the Hannover Messe, has made its decision. The winner will be announced by Federal Research Minister Anja Karliczek on April 22 following the opening ceremony of the industrial trade fair.
read more...Bernecker + Rainer (B&R) / ABB
ABB invests 100 million euros at B&R headquarters
One year after announcing the takeover of B&R, the Swiss ABB Group will invest 100 million euros in Austria. The innovation and education campus being built at B&R's headquarters in Eggelsberg will create the basis for around 1,000 new high-tech jobs.
read more...Robot moves like a fish
American researchers have developed an underwater robot that is designed to provide insights into marine ecosystems - without disturbing marine animals in their habitat. The robotic fish's natural way of moving makes this possible.
read more...Electric motors from the 3D printer
Electrical engineers at Chemnitz University of Technology have succeeded in producing an electric motor entirely using a 3D printer. The process is intended to significantly increase the operating temperatures.
read more...SPS - Industrial Automation Fair
Another record number of visitors
The SPS - Industrial Automation Fair (SIAF) took place in Guangzhou, China, from March 4 to 6, 2018. The trade fair for industrial automation, which is based on the trade fair concept of SPS IPC Drives Nuremberg, continued to grow in terms of exhibitors and visitors.
read more...Nick Heidfeld as a guest
Formula E driver Nick Heidfeld was the star guest of semiconductor manufacturer Renesas at embedded world 2018. In an interview, 'Quick-Nick' explained the difference between Formula 1 and Formula E and how car manufacturers can benefit from Formula E.
read more...Change in top management
Takeshi Sugiyama will become President and CEO of Mitsubishi Electric on April 1, 2018. The global company has now officially announced this in Japan. Sugiyama succeeds Masaki Sakuyama, who is moving to the position of Chairman.
read more...Number of e-cars increases significantly worldwide
Despite all the prophecies of doom due to scarce raw materials and a lack of charging infrastructure, the number of electric cars is increasing by leaps and bounds worldwide, according to a study by the ZSW. According to the study, German car manufacturers have also been able to position themselves well.
read more...ABB - 4th quarter and full year 2017
Stable in the 'transition year'
ABB has announced its figures for 2017: Stable order intake and a slight increase in sales characterize the Group's 'transition year'.
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