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NSK

Preventing electrical erosion of bearings in EV drivetrains

NSK is currently developing a new and cost-effective way of preventing electrical erosion in the drivetrains of electric vehicles (EVs). Based on a unique method of producing a patented plastic over-moulding for deep groove ball bearings, EV manufacturers will make significant savings in comparison with expensive ‘hybrid’ bearings that feature insulating components made from ceramics.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence News

Hexagon adds speed, scalability and automation to digital twin creation with the acquisition of LocLab

Hexagon AB, a global leader in digital reality solutions combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies, has announced the acquisition of LocLab, a leader in 3D digital twin content creation. LocLab’s proprietary technology, enabled by a high degree of automation using proven workflows and artificial intelligence, allows the cost- and time-efficient creation of digital twins.

Binder News

Binder: Assemble more efficiently

Crimp variants of the M16 product series from binder simplify wiring, in small quantities on site, but also automated and in larger batches. From the connector itself through the contacts to the suitable crimping tool, everything necessary is available from a single source at binder.

OMRON News

OMRON adds EtherCAT models to i4L SCARA robot series

OMRON’s has announced the availability of new EtherCAT models in the i4L SCARA robot series. The compact i4L robots now offer even stronger performance at the lowest total cost of ownership. Robotic Integrated Controller allows synchronized multi-robot applications with EtherCAT models.

DMG MORI News

DMG MORI: DIGITAL TWIN, DIGITAL MODEL OF THE REAL OBJECT

The Digital Twin only becomes really valuable through the digital model of the real object and its digital image. Digital models are therefore dynamic 3D representations of a real object that can be used for simulations and analyses.

Omniflex News

Omniflex: Maximum flexibility for radiation monitoring

No industrial sector is as highly regulated as the nuclear sector in terms of the mission-critical safety systems required to maintain operations. Here Gary Bradshaw, director of remote monitoring specialist Omniflex, discusses how nuclear plant managers can implement cost-effective, flexible radiation monitoring systems to comply with increasing data acquisition needs.

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