Factory Automation

Mike Orr, Penna Flame Industries
Figure 1: A steel component in vehicle suspension systems, each support arm weighs 37 pounds, has dimensions of 18 x 12 in, semi-sharp edges, and is irregularly shaped.
With assistance from CapSen Robotics, the company integrated advanced 3D vision and machine learning algorithms with a FANUC robot to automate the handling and packing of large...
Oct. 15, 2025
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Sept. 5, 2025
Courtesy of Vision and Control Systems
Figure 1: At a recent trade show, Vision and Control Systems showcased an end-of-line inspection system featuring a motorcycle. The system included two FANUC CRX cobots and two Cognex vision systems.
Aug. 22, 2025
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Lion Vision has developed a an automated system that detects batteries, especially lithium-ion batteries, in a recycling stream. Lithium ion batteries can be particularly dangerous fire hazards if they are crushed or cut.
June 12, 2025
Courtesy of Porsche
Figure 1: Porsche uses a machine vision system that projects patterns of light onto the surface of a car, and the reflections are captured in images.
June 6, 2025
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June 3, 2025
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May 12, 2025
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Figure 1: At TI Fluid Systems, steel strips move on a production line at a rate of 95 meters per minute, or 1,580 mm per second.
April 17, 2025
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Figure 1: Resolving unexpected disruptions during manufacturing requires a clear understanding of the root causes of the problem.
March 13, 2025

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