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BMW has commissioned a fleet of 130 hydrogen fuel cell-powered Automated Guided Vehicles at its Leipzig assembly plant, following a three-year trial that demonstrated higher uptime, operational efficiency and zero-emission performance compared with battery-powered AGVs
By transforming imperfect signals into stable, accurate and actionable information, sensor interface ASICs play a vital role in ensuring reliable real-time measurement, robust control and long-term system performance, says Ross Turnbull
Robotic retrofitting offers manufacturers a pragmatic route to higher weld quality, throughput and consistency by automating existing manual stations without wholesale disruption or new builds, marking a logical step toward wider digital adoption on the shop floor, explains Hakan Aydoğdu
As floor space becomes increasingly constrained across workshops and small industrial sites, compressed air system design is shifting toward more integrated, space-efficient solutions that simplify installation while maintaining performance and compliance
Understanding how to define motion requirements, assess power and control needs, and manage installation and changeover is essential for a successful transition from hydraulic cylinders to electromechanical actuators
