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Many industrially used components require a combination of a tough core and a hard surface layer so that they can better withstand the stresses of use. Hardening is achieved by rapidly heating the surface and then cooling it quickly.
read more...Interview with Robert Hillinger
Ever smaller, ever more powerful - producers of semiconductors are facing major challenges in a market with high demand. In addition, new manufacturing processes are increasing dynamics. In this interview, Robert Hillinger, Business Development Manager at Kistler, explains how sensors for dynamic force measurement can open up previously untapped potential in the semiconductor production process in order to increase efficiency and quality.
read more...Wheel bearings and wheel bearing sets
Hecht Kugellager offers a wide range of bearing technology for use in the automotive industry, commercial vehicles and mobile machinery.
read more...Supply bottlenecks have been a major problem for the economy since the start of the pandemic. The war in Ukraine and the resulting energy crisis have further exacerbated the situation. However, there are ways and means of preparing for difficulties with the supply chain. A networked supply chain that can be tracked in real time is considered particularly promising.
read more...Automation bundles for production logistics
Are you a logistics planner or logistics service provider, a system integrator or plant automation specialist? Do you need conveyor technology for your intra- or distribution logistics? Do you know the needs of the industry very well and want to respond to the high demands by keeping your systems or your customers' systems smart and future-proof?
read more...The Swiss company Aquatec succeeded in establishing a fully automated production chain for large parts by intelligently integrating an acquired company.
read more...Automated and autonomous driving
Ansys and the BMW Group are expanding their collaboration to realize the first end-to-end toolchain specifically aligned with safety principles for the development and validation of ADAS and automated/autonomous driving functions.
read more...According to the ifo Institute, the mood in the German economy has deteriorated. Rising energy prices and the threat of gas shortages continue to worry the German economy. Export expectations have also deteriorated.
read more...International Federation of Robotics
Sales of industrial robots have recovered: Worldwide, the number had risen to a new record of 486,800 installed units - an increase of 27% compared to the previous year. These are the results of the preliminary figures for 2021 from the International Federation of Robotics.
read more...In automotive development, functional lightweight construction is considered to play a decisive role in the efficient use of resources and energy.
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