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By Nina AndersonJul 18, 2024

Trends in Utilizing AI To Complement Integrated Force Control

AI and advanced sensors transform robotics, enabling direct force control with feedback. This article explores AI's role in integrated force control, predictive modeling, and their impact on robotic performance and end effectors across applications.

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Intelligence
By Catherine “Cat” RossJul 15, 2024

AMT Member News

The manufacturing technology community’s source for updates on major promotions, new appointments, facility inaugurations, and other noteworthy developments among AMT members. Stay informed and join us in recognizing the achievements of your colleagues.

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Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossJun 28, 2024

The Manufacturing Technology Classroom of the Future Comes to Life at IMTS Student Summit

As today’s youth shows an increasing interest in skilled trade and technical careers, the Smartforce Student Summit at IMTS 2024 is an immersive experience designed to inspire students to seek a career pathway in manufacturing.

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International
By Edward ChristopherFeb 26, 2024

AMT’s Foreign Tech Service Teams Help US Companies Unlock International Markets

Interested in selling advanced manufacturing technology internationally but not sure about servicing those machines? AMT provides experienced, in-country technicians to members for installations, maintenance, and repairs at a fraction of the cost and time.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyFeb 08, 2024

IMTS 2024 Offers Hidden Technology Gems, New Exhibitors

At IMTS 2024, discover unexpected solutions, including haptic feedback to improve remote robot operation and digital training, quality control software, additive manufacturing powders and gases, services to address labor issues via an app, and more.

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Technology
By Elissa DavisJan 31, 2024

Fundamentals of Manufacturing: What Are Machining Centers?

Like most genius inventions, the machining center was designed to make people’s jobs easier (looking at you, spell check). OK, but what is a machining center, really? Elissa Davis goes back to basics and answers the questions we were too afraid to ask.

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Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossJan 30, 2024

Manufacturing Opportunities for the Blind

A small manufacturer in North Carolina doesn’t have a labor shortage problem because it taps into an often-overlooked workforce: the visually impaired. Learn how IFB Solutions trains and employs people who are blind for manufacturing and assembly work.

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Technology
By Kathy Keyes WebsterDec 11, 2023

So Much Explored at WESTEC 2023

With 1.2 million manufacturing jobs and 35,000 manufacturing firms, California boasts a vibrant manufacturing community. It's no surprise WESTEC 2023, co-produced by AMT and SME, was a popular event, boasting 347 exhibitors, 50 speakers...

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Technology
By Peter R. EelmanDec 01, 2023

IMTS: ‘Adventures with: Peter, Travis & Nicole’ — an EMO Show Report

EMO is often considered the IMTS of Europe. With that in mind, IMTS wanted to give the North American audience a view of EMO through three different perspectives.

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Technology
By Ryan KellyNov 14, 2023

The Benefits of a Connected Shop Are More Accessible Than Ever

Do sticky notes and USBs make a connected shop? For a better way without breaking the bank, you’ll want to tune into Episode 2 of the IMTS+ Original Series “Smart(er) Shop,” brought to you by Autodesk.

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