Robotics adoption matters: combining artificial and natural intelligence
In the last day of our Robotics adoption matters series, Dr Alexander Hadjiivanov discusses the case for AI in human-robot collaboration.
DetailsIn the last day of our Robotics adoption matters series, Dr Alexander Hadjiivanov discusses the case for AI in human-robot collaboration.
DetailsAdditive manufacturing technology company Amaero International has booked new orders for 3D printed parts for the space industry and automotive sectors. The company announced a purchase order from Queenalsnd manufacturer Gilmour Space Technologies for the manufacture of two rocket motor components for the company’s Eris rockets which are capable of payloads up to 305 kilograms…
DetailsPrecision sheet metal fabrication business MSS Engineering has been investing in robotic technologies which are now getting increased use as the economy exits the Covid-19 pandemic. Managing director Mark Allison took to social media to celebrate cranking up a ‘Fanuc CNC and robot 24/7 to help out our customer that needed to meet a very…
DetailsSleep apnoea technology manufacturer ResMed has reported strong revenue growth to $1.07 billion in the September quarter, up 10 per cent on the previous corresponding period. The San Diego and Sydney company reported net operating profit increased 27 per cent in the period to $308.8 million as gross margins widened to 59.9 per cent. ResMed’s…
DetailsAdditive manufacturing company AML3D has begun a Manufacturing Evaluation Programme in the use of its proprietary automated 3D printing systems in the manufacture of parts for the Navy’s new Hunter-class frigates. The programme, with BAE Systems Australia subsidiary, ASC Shipbuilding, brings together two Adelaide companies in the construction of nine frigates at Osborne on Adelaide’s…
DetailsTwo Australian manufacturing companies Visy and Geofabrics are partnering to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and waste to landfill by integrating recycled PET plastics into new end-products. PET plastic bottles recycled by packaging giant Visy will be re-used by Geofabrics to manufacture its bidim Green nonwoven geotextiles which get used in a range of major Australian…
DetailsASX-listed semiconductor technology company BluGlass will supply Yale University with laser diodes and laser epitaxial wafers for a United States Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) project to develop combined photonic integrated circuits and lasers.
DetailsIn the second-last day of our Robotics adoption matters series, Professor Jonathan Roberts dives into the possibilities for manufacturers with robotic assistance and integration.
DetailsAustralia’s wine exports have defied the coronavirus pandemic economic slowdown to reach their highest value since 2007.
DetailsThe founder of two companies, one in plastics recycling and the other in battery storage, has won the $250,000 Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation.
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