It’s no secret that robotics and automation have been key drivers in achieving mass production. But as manufacturers seek to offer a wider variety of products able to fit individual customer needs, can automation bring personalisation to the same scale? Here, Dave Walsha, sales manager at DC motor supplier EMS, explores.Indust…

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The most recent statistics from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) found that the UK has approximately 101 robots per 10,000 employees. With the world average cited at 126 units, it’s clear that the UK is lagging far behind its competitors when it comes to embracing robotic technology. Here, Dave Walsha, sales mana…

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Is it possible that one day, you or I could step onto another planetary body? For decades, space travel has been reserved for the select few. Now, with private companies offering space travel opportunities to commercial passengers, accessible space travel could be closer than we think. But before we can visit space freely, we mu…

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From bomb disposal and construction site monitoring to surveillance and firefighting, remote controlled robots allow humans to act in hazardous situations without putting themselves in harm’s way. Able to fit in small spaces and navigate challenging environments, these robots are being used in an increasing number of appli…

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“Quality means doing it right when no-one is looking,” said industrialist and Ford Motor founder Henry Ford. Quality assurance and verification are important steps in any production process, but how can we carry out these inspections? 3D measurement technologies are one such approach to getting a closer look at individual pr…

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