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📣 Topics of the Day 📣

• Robot Mecca....Oslo?

• Free Wheelin' For The People

• Let's Get Chatty with Chat GPT

• Tech of the Day: I See You In 3D

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Are you tired of boring, clunky industrial vehicles? Say hello to Otto Motors, the company revolutionizing the world of material handling with a fleet of sleek, sophisticated robots.

That's right, they've combined the brains of a robot with the lumberjackish brawn of a forklift to create the ultimate material handling machine. Their robots are smarter, faster, and more efficient than any human operator, and they never call in sick or take a coffee break.

And the best part? Their robots are so advanced, they can even tell jokes while they work! (Well, okay, maybe not yet. But they're working on it.)

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Robot Mecca...Oslo?

Have you ever wondered why Oslo, Norway has such a thriving robotics and automation community? Well, we've done some digging and we think we've found the answer, maybe: it's all thanks to the city's love of metal. Iron, Steel, Ferrous Material? Nope, heavy metal music..let me explain.

That's right, it turns out that Oslo is home to some of the biggest metal music fans in the world. And as any metalhead knows, robots and automation are a big part of the genre. From the futuristic lyrics of Iron Maiden to the robotic stage performances of Rammstein, metal music has always had a fascination with technology.

So it makes sense that the people of Oslo, who are some of the biggest metal fans on the planet, would also be interested in robotics and automation. After all, what better way to show your love of metal than by building a giant, metal-shredding robot?

But it's not just the metal scene that's driving the robotics and automation boom in Oslo. The city is also home to a number of top-notch universities and research institutions, which are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the field.

In fact, some of the most advanced robotics and automation technologies in the world are being developed right there in Oslo. From robots that can climb stairs and navigate rough terrain to cutting-edge automation systems that can analyze and interpret data in real-time, the city is a hotbed of innovation.

So there you have it, the secret to Oslo's success in the world of robotics and automation: a love of heavy metal and a commitment to innovation. Who knew that headbanging and high-tech engineering could go so well together?

Free Wheelin' For The People

Linkedin is a pretty boring place, you have to admit it is. It's basically a breeding ground of recruiters and fake profiles maniacally cold contacting every newly created profile. But every now and again something comes across the feed that makes me think, "huh what the hell is this?" Today was one of those days and the wth moment was from learning about Wheel Me.

Now don't get too excited..just yet. Finding any videos of the real units has been difficult and the best I could come up with was this video from Automate 2022 from their website:

Why did I find this exciting? Well frankly it can be a total game changer for the AMR, AGV, and material handling business in general. IF they can pull this off, and it's a major if, they could completely dominate the intralogistics space.

There are a couple of caveats though, especially here in the US market. First, it needs to work..all the time. No half baked, high maintenance nonsense! Second, this system needs to be simple to implement. I mean you bolt it onto something, teach it what it needs to do, and trigger the action. 3rd. The software system the user interfaces with needs to be as simple as using an iphone IOS. Don't make it too complicated. KEEP IT SIMPLE. Last, and probably the most important...provide EXCELLENT world class level support and service. Something is broken..overnight a replacement. Someone calls in for help..have an intelligent human answer.

I know of hundreds of facilities where this tech could be deployed immediately with almost instantaneous ROI. Virtually every movement of material within a manufacturing or warehouse facility could be eliminated!

May god's speed be with you Wheel Me! You have a fan here in the US!

Tech of the Day: I See You In 3D

I see you..all of you, from every angle. Uh that felt a bit creepy to type! Creepiness aside 3D vision systems are crazy but they're here and are fast becoming the standard for visual recognition of objects in automated systems. And with AI entering the scene..hold tight, it's going to be a crazy ride!

3D vision system is a type of technology that uses sensors, cameras, and specialized software to capture and interpret three-dimensional images of an object or environment. These systems are used in a wide range of applications, including manufacturing, robotics, and machine vision.

At the core of a 3D vision system is a camera or array of cameras, which capture images of the object or environment being examined. These images are then processed by specialized software, which uses algorithms to analyze the data and extract information about the shape, size, and position of the objects in the scene.

There are several different types of 3D vision systems, each designed to meet specific needs and requirements. Some systems use structured light, in which a pattern of light is projected onto the object being scanned and the resulting deformation is used to calculate the object's shape and surface characteristics. Other systems use lasers to scan the object and create a detailed 3D model.

One of the key advantages of 3D vision systems is their ability to capture high-resolution, accurate 3D data about an object or environment. This can be useful for a wide range of applications, such as inspecting manufactured parts for defects, guiding robots in assembly tasks, or creating detailed maps of an environment for use in autonomous vehicles.

In manufacturing, 3D vision systems are often used to inspect parts for defects or deviations from design specifications. By analyzing the shape and dimensions of the parts, the system can identify any issues and flag them for further inspection or correction. This can help improve the quality of the finished product and reduce the need for manual inspection, which can be time-consuming and error-prone.

In robotics, 3D vision systems can be used to guide the movement and positioning of robots, allowing them to perform tasks more accurately and efficiently. For example, a robot equipped with a 3D vision system could be used to assemble components in a manufacturing process, or to navigate through a warehouse to retrieve and transport items.

In machine vision, 3D vision systems are used to analyze and interpret the data captured by cameras or other sensors in real-time. This can be useful for tasks such as object recognition, tracking, and inspection.

Overall, 3D vision systems are a powerful and flexible technology that is being increasingly used in a wide range of applications. By capturing and interpreting high-resolution 3D data, these systems can provide valuable insights and help improve the accuracy and efficiency of a wide range of tasks.

Hey we've got a guy for that! We now have a list of 900+ vendors in our basic list!

Let's Get Chatty With ChatGPT

If you have been living under a trailer for the past six months I'd give you a pass if you didn't know about the big splash OpenAI has been making with their various AI solutions. Want an image of something..no problem, want some great copy for your website, no problem. It's mind blowing technology that is being refined every day, exponentially.

The latest one I've been toying with is ChatGPT. It's so freaking incredible. It's a dialogue based AI that you can converse with. In my case I've asked it some questions, asked it to give me ideas, and I even asked it regarding future trends and it's responses. They're as good as a human response, if not better, and delivered in a fraction of the time it would take a human to generate the response.

Why do I bring this up in a robotics and industrial automation based newsletter? Well because it won't be much longer before AI is incorporated into your warehouse management system, or used to program your plc, or used to generate a report on top 5 actions you can take to reduce costs in a facility. I can see a day when engineers are no longer creating an assembly line but instead AI takes in the various information (not just data) of what a facility needs to do and it will determine down to the nut and bolt exactly what is needed, which vendors to purchase them from, and even coordinate the implementation of the system. Oh, and ChatGPt can also write code. Yeah, like real code that works. Mind blowing 🤯

Need a crash course in ChatGPT? Check out the video below:

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