Bench Talk

En octubre 15, 2018 en All, Computing, Robotics por Paul Golata

Many people harbor concerns about the role AI will play in the future. Though we do not yet have to fear machines rising up to completely replace humanity, we must change and adapt to meet the reality of a future in which AI technology emerges as increasingly more integral to the world in which we live.

Tagged With: AI, Artificial Intelligence, Chatbots

Securing Embedded Systems in Industrial Environments

En octubre 5, 2018 en All, Automation, Industrial, Robotics, Security por Jeremy Cook

As industrial machinery becomes more and more automated, engineers and IT personnel must take security into account. Engineers must also design hardware with security in mind, a task made easier with Maxim’s DeepCover Security Reference Design.

Tagged With: Authenticator, Automation, Botnet, Computer, Coprocessor, Corrupt, Cryptographic protection, DeepCover, Design engineer, Embedded system, Factory, Hacker, Hardware, Industrial, Information Technology, Internet of Things, IoT, IT, Machinery, Malicious programs, Malware, Manufacturing, Maxim, Meltdown, Mirai, Reference design, Retrofitted equipment, Robotics, Security, Spectre, Spoof, Stuxnet, Virtual attack, Virus, Warren G. Bennis

3D Flash Lidar Mapping and Gesture Recognition

En septiembre 19, 2018 en All, Empowering Innovation, Robotics, Sensors por Traci Browne

Using TOF camera technology, engineers are creating intelligent solutions for a broad spectrum of problems—from landing spaceships on Mars to monitoring the health of centuries-old vineyards. As revolutionary as flash lidar is, it’s extraordinary when used in tandem with other sensor technology.

Tagged With: 3D flash lidar, 3D mapping, Gesture recognition, Time-of-flight camera, Time-of-flight sensors

HUGE Bot Smashes Competitors

En septiembre 12, 2018 en All, General, Robotics por Erik Smith

BattleBots is back, and one team has made a HUGE impact using a unique design. Sponsored by Mouser Electronics, Team HUGE is currently undefeated, with angry-robot-eyes set on the prize! We interviewed the team to learn about HUGE’s design, then added a miniature HUGE papercraft for you to build.

Tagged With: BattleBots, BattleBox, Bot, Discovery Channel, HUGE, Robot, Science Channel

Nano, Nano: Shrinking Power Consumption Down in Analog Power Design

En septiembre 5, 2018 en All, Automation, Automotive, Energy Harvesting, Industrial, IoT, Low Power, Medical, Power, RF, Robotics, Sensors, Wireless por Paul Golata

Using their analog expertise, ROHM Semiconductor has developed a new product line, the Nano Series, to achieve more compact parts that require less energy to operate.

Tagged With: Analog, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Buck converter, Constant-on time, Consumption, Control, COT, Current, Design, Devices, Energy, Engineer, IC, Integrated circuit, Internet of Things, IoT, Low quiescent, Nano, Output, Power, Pulse, Range, Ratios, ROHM Semiconductor, Small packaging, Smart Revolution, Step-down, Switching-on time, Synchronous, ULP, Ultra-low-power, Voltage

Robot Cables Shouldn’t be an Afterthought

En agosto 29, 2018 en All, Automation, Industrial, Robotics por Bill Schweber

Electronics, motors, motion control, and grips get most of the attention in robotic-arm discussions, but it’s the routing of mundane power and data cables that largely affects long-term reliability.

Tagged With: Hoistway cables , Multi-axis robots, Robot cables, Robotic arm

Augmenting Intelligence: Enabling Neural Networks

En agosto 15, 2018 en All, Computing, EIT 2018: Generation Robot, Empowering Innovation, Medical, Robotics, Sensors por Paul Golata

Artificial neural networks (ANNs) are a connected system of nodes that transmit nerve impulses, much like human neurons do. ANNs have made significant inroads, helping technologists develop new solutions in machine vision, human speech recognition, and medical diagnostics.

Tagged With: AI, ANN, Artificial intelligence, Artificial neural network, Cognitive mapping, Deep learning, Field-programmable gate arrays, FPGA, Human speech recognition, Integrative biorobotics, Intel, Machine learning, Machine vision, Neural coding, Neural decoding, Neural networks, Neuroinformatics, Reinforcement learning, Silicon neurons

Exoskeletons Present Mobility Solutions Using an Array of Sensors

En agosto 15, 2018 en All, Automation, EIT 2018: Generation Robot, Empowering Innovation, Medical, Robotics, Sensors por Steve Schriber

Powered exoskeletons augment or deliver motion capabilities using motors, sensors, actuators, power sources, and control units. Kinetic sensors such as gyroscopes, tilt sensors, inertial sensors, and accelerometers provide necessary feedback to help an exoskeleton stay balanced and on course.

Tagged With: Arm power amplification, Balance sensors, Bionic exoskeleton, EEG signals, EMG Control, Exoskeleton, Exoskeletons, Gyroscope, Induce correlated EEG, Industrial exoskeletons, Inertial sensors, Lower limb disabled, Military exoskeletons, Passive exoskeletons, Powered exoskeleton, Robots algorithm, Walking assist, Walking assist exoskeletons

Ensuring the Electrical Safety of Powered Exoskeletons

En agosto 15, 2018 en All, Connectors, EIT 2018: Generation Robot, Industrial, Medical, Motor Control, Power, Robotics, Sensors por Alex Misiti

Exoskeleton use in improving the mobility of patients with spinal cord injuries, helping industrial workers lift heavy objects, and enhancing soldiers’ abilities on the battlefield are obvious benefits, but designers and engineers must remove safety risks to ensure the health and well-being of users.

Tagged With: Biocompatibility, Electrical safety, Exoskeleton safety, Li-ion battery, Lithium-ion batteries, Molex, Powered exoskeletons, Thermal runaway, Wearables, Wire connectors

New Touch Encoder Technology Makes User Experience More Intuitive

En julio 23, 2018 en All, Audio, Automation, Automotive, Dev Tools, Industrial, IoT, Maker, Medical, Robotics por Grayhill Inc

Industrial designers are always looking for ways to improve user interface controls by combining functionalities of rotary switches, pushbuttons, trackballs, potentiometers, and touchscreens. In doing so, they can save on component costs and streamline the user experience. Now, Touch Encoder technology is available that helps modernize and simplify designs, while also making it much easier to support applications with multiple languages or configurations.

Tagged With: CANbus, Display, Encoder, Grayhill, Haptics, Rotary, Rotary encoder, Touch encoder, Touch screen, USB, User experience, User interface

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