Integration of advanced technology Archives - Aciusa Blog about the development and integration of advanced technologies in electronics manufacturing Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:46:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://aciusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-communication-1296385_640-32x32.png Integration of advanced technology Archives - Aciusa 32 32 How Cutting-Edge Electronics Power Real-Time Crypto Price Tracking https://aciusa.org/how-cutting-edge-electronics-power-real-time-crypto-price-tracking/ Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:46:45 +0000 https://aciusa.org/?p=145 In the frenetic world of cryptocurrency trading, where prices swing wildly within milliseconds, access to real-time crypto prices isn’t just an advantage—it’s a survival tool. But what most traders never see is the intricate web of advanced electronics and innovations working behind the scenes to deliver those instant updates. From quantum processors to nanotechnology-refined sensors, […]

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In the frenetic world of cryptocurrency trading, where prices swing wildly within milliseconds, access to real-time crypto prices isn’t just an advantage—it’s a survival tool. But what most traders never see is the intricate web of advanced electronics and innovations working behind the scenes to deliver those instant updates. From quantum processors to nanotechnology-refined sensors, this is how modern engineering keeps pace with the crypto revolution.

The Invisible Backbone: 5G and Edge Computing

When you check Bitcoin’s latest price on your phone, you’re likely unaware of the miniature 5G modem humming inside your device. These modems, now smaller than a fingernail thanks to advancements in nanotechnology, reduce data latency to under 1 millisecond. Pair this with edge computing—a system where data is processed closer to the user via localized servers—and you get the seamless delivery of real-time crypto prices even during market chaos. Here’s how they work in tandem:

  • 5G Modems: Enable near-instant transmission of price data across global exchanges.
  • Edge Servers: Process critical market updates locally, avoiding cloud bottlenecks.
  • IoT Integration: Devices like trading terminals prioritize crypto data streams over less urgent traffic.

Quantum Chips: The Silent Game-Changer

While headlines focus on flashy AI predictions, quantum computing quietly reshapes how exchanges process data. IBM’s latest quantum chips analyze millions of transactions simultaneously to predict price trends. These aren’t theoretical experiments: platforms like Binance already use quantum-optimized algorithms to stabilize their real-time crypto price feeds during volatility spikes. Three innovations stand out:

  • Qubit Stability: New cryogenic cooling systems allow quantum processors to run longer without errors.
  • Hybrid Algorithms: Combine classical and quantum computing to handle sudden market surges.
  • Energy Efficiency: Quantum chips now consume 60% less power than traditional server farms.

IoT Devices: The Decentralized Data Army

Imagine thousands of IoT devices—from smart thermostats to industrial sensors—acting as decentralized nodes for price verification. Platforms like Chainlink aggregate data from these networks to combat manipulation. By cross-referencing real-time crypto prices across independent sources, they create tamper-proof feeds. Key data points include:

  • Geolocation tags from GPS-enabled devices.
  • Timestamped transactions verified by multiple nodes.
  • Energy consumption patterns from mining farms (used to infer network activity).

When Digital Twins Mirror Crypto Portfolios

One of 2025’s most intriguing developments is the rise of self-updating digital twins—virtual replicas of physical systems. NVIDIA’s Omniverse platform lets traders create digital twins of their portfolios that adjust to real-time crypto price shifts. The system relies on:

  • Real-time API integrations with exchanges like Kraken and Coinbase.
  • AI-driven risk assessment models.
  • 3D visualization tools (inspired by Aciusa’s 3D printing research).

The Road Ahead: Neuromorphic Chips and Beyond

The next frontier lies in neuromorphic engineering—chips that mimic the human brain’s neural networks. Intel’s Loihi 3 chip processes streaming market data 1000x faster than traditional GPUs. Early adopters are already testing:

  • Predictive liquidation triggers based on price volatility.
  • Decentralized arbitrage bots operating across exchanges.
  • Self-optimizing portfolios that rebalance using real-time sentiment analysis.

What’s clear is this: the race for crypto market dominance isn’t just fought on trading floors. It’s won in clean rooms where quantum bits are stabilized, in labs where nanomaterials are perfected, and in server farms where edge computing reshapes data flow. As Aciusa’s work in advanced tech integration shows, the future of finance is being built transistor by transistor.

High-Frequency Trading Accelerators: A New Frontier

High-frequency trading (HFT) firms have always been at the forefront of technological advancement, and the crypto sphere is no exception. Specialized hardware accelerators—Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs)—are customized to execute trades in microseconds. These accelerators, refined with nanometer-scale transistors, allow algorithms to parse real-time crypto prices and respond with lightning speed. As soon as a price anomaly or arbitrage opportunity appears, these chips can execute trades before human traders even see the change on their screens. This level of speed doesn’t merely shave off milliseconds; it fundamentally alters the dynamics of the market, creating new norms for liquidity and price discovery.

Cybersecurity and AI-Based Vigilance

With billions of dollars at stake in crypto markets, cybersecurity has taken center stage, leading to innovations in AI-driven threat detection. Advanced electronics integrated with machine learning algorithms continuously scan market data to spot anomalies—be it a suspicious spike in volume or an unusually large trading order that could indicate market manipulation. These AI models run on high-powered GPUs and neuromorphic chips, which excel at pattern recognition and can process vast amounts of streaming data in real time. As a result, traders and exchanges gain an added layer of protection, ensuring that real-time crypto price feeds remain accurate and free from tampering.

Sustainability in Next-Generation Crypto Tracking

Power consumption is a growing concern as both data centers and blockchain networks expand. Modern data centers, which host the infrastructure for real-time analytics, are turning to renewable energy sources and advanced cooling solutions. Immersion cooling, for example, involves submerging servers in specialized coolant liquids that dissipate heat more efficiently than traditional air-cooling methods. Meanwhile, hardware designers are exploring graphene-based transistors to reduce energy loss and improve overall performance. These developments not only support greener blockchain operations but also pave the way for more sustainable real-time tracking solutions that can handle billions of price updates daily without contributing excessively to carbon emissions.

User-Centric Innovations: From Wearables to Smart Assistants

The push for immediate access to crypto data is no longer limited to smartphones and personal computers. Wearable devices, such as smartwatches with integrated 5G modems, now display real-time crypto prices on the go. Voice assistants, powered by increasingly sophisticated natural language processing chips, can provide up-to-the-second price quotes or market summaries. As these electronics become more miniaturized and energy-efficient, the boundary between traders and their data feeds shrinks to a near-seamless interface. In this way, everyday users—ranging from professional fund managers to casual investors—can stay updated on the latest market swings with minimal effort.

Looking Forward: The Convergence of Tech and Finance

The integration of cutting-edge electronics with the volatile yet opportunistic world of cryptocurrencies has fundamentally changed how markets operate. Traders now rely on hyper-fast connections and advanced computing not just to gain an edge but to survive in an ecosystem where a fraction of a second can determine profit or loss. As neuromorphic chips, quantum computing, and AI-driven security tools continue to evolve, we can expect real-time crypto tracking to become even faster, more secure, and more deeply integrated into our daily lives. Ultimately, the synergy between breakthrough hardware innovations and financial technologies will continue to redefine the very nature of trading, investment, and digital asset management. The future isn’t just around the corner—it’s being forged in the labs and data centers today, one transistor at a time.

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Where the Internet of Things is being used https://aciusa.org/where-the-internet-of-things-is-being-used/ Fri, 20 Sep 2024 08:53:00 +0000 https://aciusa.org/?p=67 The Internet of Things finds application in a wide variety of spheres of human life and activity: from personal comfort and health to industry and government. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular and promising uses of the IoT. Wearable devices Wearable devices are gadgets that a person wears on his or […]

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The Internet of Things finds application in a wide variety of spheres of human life and activity: from personal comfort and health to industry and government. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular and promising uses of the IoT.

Wearable devices

Wearable devices are gadgets that a person wears on his or her person or implants in his or her body. They can perform various functions: track physical activity, heart rate, blood pressure, sleep, calories, remind about taking medications, monitor emotions and stress, determine mood and preferences, give sound or visual signals, transmit data to a smartphone or other devices. Wearable devices help people to monitor their health and prevent diseases.

A striking example is a glucometer that automatically sends information about a diabetic’s blood sugar levels directly to a smartphone. If the indicators are out of the norm – the system gives an alarm.

Smart homes

Smart homes are equipped with a variety of Internet of Things devices that automate and optimize processes related to comfort, security, energy saving and entertainment. For example, a smart home may have:

  • Smart light bulbs that adjust the brightness and color of the light depending on the time of day, mood or activity of the user;
  • Smart locks that open by facial or voice recognition;
  • Smart thermostats that maintain optimal room temperature;
  • Smart speakers that play music or podcasts at the user’s request;
  • Smart cameras that monitor home security and alert you to suspicious events.

Smart cities

“Smart City, or Smart City, is a man-made interconnected system of information and communication technologies with IoT. It simplifies the management of internal city processes and makes the lives of residents more comfortable and safe.

Smart City can be compared to a living organism working harmoniously for the benefit of society. Smart City digital technologies optimize urban life at all levels. For example, they can be used to avoid traffic jams, find parking faster, and improve safety. In short, smart technologies make life in the city more comfortable.

Modern smart technologies solve the following problems:

  • Optimization of traffic flows: less traffic jams, more convenient parking lots;
  • Saving resources: point response to problems, e.g. garbage collection;
  • Improved safety: monitoring with cameras and sensors;
  • Improving the environment: monitoring emissions and rapid response;
  • Development of urban infrastructure and services: convenient digital services for citizens.

What technologies do smart cities have? – For example, sensors monitor when garbage bins are full, and cars remove waste along the optimal route. A facial recognition system identifies a criminal or a person who is wanted. Information about this is immediately sent to the police. There are many such examples.

It would seem: all technologies should have been implemented “here and now”. However, the introduction of smart systems in practice requires time and money for the creation of an IT infrastructure. That is why digitalization takes place gradually: first, individual solutions are implemented, such as cameras, traffic lights, and sensors.

Unmanned cars

Unmanned cars are vehicles that can move on the roads without the driver’s participation. They are equipped with various sensors, cameras, radars, and lidars that allow them to gather information about the environment, recognize obstacles, traffic lights, road signs, and other road users.

Unmanned vehicles are connected to the internet and can share data with other vehicles, road infrastructure and control centers. And they also have a number of advantages such as increased safety, reduced congestion, fuel and time savings, and passenger convenience.

However, there are a large number of challenges associated with unmanned autos:

  • High cost of cars;
  • Legal uncertainty of their status;
  • Ethical dilemmas in case of an accident (who will be responsible);
  • Threat of hacker attacks (possibility of software hacking);
  • Social rejection (not everyone is ready for the mass appearance of such cars on the streets of their city).

Despite this, many countries and companies are actively developing and testing unmanned cars. For example, Singapore has already launched the world’s first commercial unmanned cab service, and China has built the world’s first smart highway test track for unmanned cars.

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Wireless technology for professionals https://aciusa.org/wireless-technology-for-professionals/ Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:48:00 +0000 https://aciusa.org/?p=64 Wireless data transmission technologies have become a part of our everyday life and are used in many industries. Construction and engineering professionals who use wireless technology in their everyday lives would like to extend its benefits to their professional activities. So more and more manufacturers of tools and solutions for construction, repair and maintenance of […]

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Wireless data transmission technologies have become a part of our everyday life and are used in many industries. Construction and engineering professionals who use wireless technology in their everyday lives would like to extend its benefits to their professional activities. So more and more manufacturers of tools and solutions for construction, repair and maintenance of utilities are now offering products that support remote data exchange.

Before construction begins

Any construction project begins with a geodetic survey using tools such as theodolites and total stations. They are also indispensable at the stage of excavation and during the erection of the main building structures. Modern electronic models are equipped not only with a GPS module for accurate georeferencing, but also with built-in or plug-in modules for rapid transmission of the data received via radio channel.

For example, Nikonarrow Nivo M-Series total stations support Bluetooth wireless protocol for connecting external controllers or recording measurements to external digital storage devices. In the field, this allows for faster measurement and on-site processing and analysis of results. In the course of engineering surveys before construction, it is also important to clarify the location of underground utilities that may be damaged during excavation or foundation laying. For this purpose trace-search complexes are used, which, depending on the model and modes of operation, can detect live power cables, communication lines, utility pipelines.

For example, the RIDGID SR-24 tracefinder equipped with omnidirectional antennas is able to display not only the position and direction of utility networks, but also their intersection at different depths. For integration with external devices, it is equipped with GPS and Bluetooth modules. This allows to transmit data to mobile devices and use the RIDGID trax application to map underground utilities with exact coordinates and depths.

The RIDGIDST-33Q+ line transmitter can also be controlled wirelessly from the locator at a distance of more than 180 m. This device is used for active location of underground utilities and can generate inducing currents with frequencies from 10 Hz to 490 kHz. The ability to remotely change the operating frequency of the transmitter from the SR-24 locator allows the operator to more quickly and accurately determine the location of dissimilar utilities at different depths and their intersection points.

Modern construction is unthinkable without the use of electronic measuring devices. Thus, laser distance meters allow specialists to quickly and accurately determine the distances required for the correct design and installation of building structures, pipelines and networks for various purposes.

Thanks to wireless technologies, devices that used to be perceived as toys are becoming useful tools.In particular, human-controlled or autonomous drones (drones) have recently been used exclusively for aerial photography and video recording.But now there are models adapted to assist in the construction process. For example, drones with large payloads are already delivering tools and supplies to high-rise installers, as well as helping to lay overhead communication lines between neighboring buildings.

But the integration of wireless and cloud technologies makes it possible to go even further and use drones for comprehensive construction monitoring. Kespry has developed such a system. In a special program, the client sets the area to be circled by selecting an area on the map or by entering exact coordinates. The drone automatically flies around the construction site along the specified route and takes pictures of the object, immediately transmitting the data to the cloud via WiFi. A 3D model of the object/territory under investigation is built based on the photo and video footage.

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The role of big data in electronics and semiconductors https://aciusa.org/the-role-of-big-data-in-electronics-and-semiconductors/ Mon, 09 Sep 2024 08:42:00 +0000 https://aciusa.org/?p=61 The electronics and semiconductor industries are at the forefront of technological advancements. With the development of IoT (Internet of Things), artificial intelligence (AI) and edge computing, the amount of data generated by electronic devices is growing exponentially. This presents both challenges and opportunities for companies in these sectors. Understanding the relationship between big data and […]

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The electronics and semiconductor industries are at the forefront of technological advancements. With the development of IoT (Internet of Things), artificial intelligence (AI) and edge computing, the amount of data generated by electronic devices is growing exponentially. This presents both challenges and opportunities for companies in these sectors.

Understanding the relationship between big data and electronics

Big data technology refers to systems and processes that handle extremely large data sets, including storage, analysis, and real-time processing. Electronics manufacturers are increasingly turning to Big Data solutions to make sense of the vast amounts of information generated by devices, systems and user behavior.

In the semiconductor sector, big data is helping to improve design, manufacturing and testing processes. For example, predictive maintenance based on big data analytics can identify problems in semiconductor manufacturing equipment before they lead to costly downtime. By analyzing equipment data in real time, manufacturers can avoid production delays, reduce costs, and increase overall semiconductor yields.

The importance of big data for electronics manufacturers

For electronics companies, big data offers a number of benefits, from improving supply chain efficiency to optimizing product design. Real-time data from devices helps manufacturers fine-tune their processes, ensuring higher product quality and faster time to market. In addition, big data enables companies to understand consumer behavior, anticipate market trends, and make data-driven decisions that lead to smarter investments and innovation.

Global surge in big data adoption

The global market for big data technologies is growing rapidly, fueled by the increasing reliance on data-driven decision making in various industries, including electronics and semiconductors. According to a recent market analysis, the global big data market is expected to reach $229.4 billion by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 16.8%.

This surge is largely attributed to the proliferation of connected devices, the need for automation, and the development of artificial intelligence. Electronics companies are adopting big data technologies not only to optimize operations but also to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Positive changes in the electronics industry

The impact of big data on the electronics industry goes beyond operational efficiency. Companies are now using advanced data analytics to develop smarter devices. For example, consumer electronics companies are using data to personalize products and services, which enhances the customer experience and increases customer loyalty.

In the semiconductor industry, big data is critical to accelerating innovation. With increasingly complex designs and miniaturization of components, engineers are relying on advanced data models and simulations to create more efficient chips. In 2024, 5G technology and quantum computing will further spur demand for more powerful semiconductor chips to be designed with big data technology.

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What is digital twin technology? https://aciusa.org/what-is-digital-twin-technology/ Wed, 04 Sep 2024 08:39:00 +0000 https://aciusa.org/?p=58 A digital twin is a virtual model of a physical object. It covers the life cycle of an object and uses real-time data sent from the object’s sensors to simulate behavior and monitor operations. Digital twins can replicate many real-world objects, from individual pieces of equipment in a factory to complete installations such as wind […]

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A digital twin is a virtual model of a physical object. It covers the life cycle of an object and uses real-time data sent from the object’s sensors to simulate behavior and monitor operations. Digital twins can replicate many real-world objects, from individual pieces of equipment in a factory to complete installations such as wind turbines and even entire cities. Digital twin technology allows you to monitor facility operations, identify potential faults and make more informed maintenance and lifecycle decisions.

What are the benefits of digital twins?

Digital twins offer users many benefits. Here are some of them.

Increased productivity
The real-time information and analytics provided by digital twins allow you to optimize the performance of your equipment, plant or facilities. Problems can be fixed as they occur, keeping systems running at peak performance and reducing downtime.

Predictive capabilities
Digital twins can offer you a complete visual and digital view of your manufacturing plant, commercial building or facility, even if it consists of thousands of pieces of equipment. Intelligent sensors monitor the output of each component, flagging problems or malfunctions as they occur. You can take action at the first sign of problems, rather than waiting for equipment to completely break down.

Remote monitoring
The virtual nature of digital twins means that you can monitor and manage objects remotely. Remote monitoring also means fewer people are needed to check potentially dangerous industrial equipment.

Reduced production time
By creating digital replicas, you can speed up the production of products and objects before they appear. By running scenarios, you can see how your product or facility reacts to failures and make necessary changes before production begins.

What industries are using digital twin technology?
A number of industries are increasingly using digital twins to create virtual representations of their real-world systems. Below are some examples.

Construction
Construction teams are creating digital twins to plan residential, commercial and infrastructure projects more efficiently, providing real-time insight into the progress of existing projects. Architects are also using digital twins to plan their projects by combining 3D building modeling with digital twin technology. Commercial building managers are using digital twins to monitor current and historical temperature, occupancy and air quality data for indoor and outdoor spaces to improve occupant comfort.

Manufacturing industry
Digital twins are used throughout the manufacturing lifecycle, from design and planning to maintenance of existing facilities. A digital twin prototype allows you to continuously monitor your equipment and analyze performance data that shows how a specific part or entire plant is performing.

Energy
Digital twins are widely used in the energy sector to support strategic project planning and optimize the performance and lifecycle of existing assets such as offshore installations, refineries, wind farms and solar projects.

Motor vehicles
The automotive industry uses digital twins to create digital models of vehicles. Digital twins can give you insight into the physical behavior of the vehicle as well as software, mechanical and electrical models. This is another area where preventive maintenance plays an important role, as a digital twin can alert a service center or user to component performance issues.

Healthcare
Digital twins are used in the healthcare industry in several instances. These include creating virtual twins of entire hospitals, other medical facilities, laboratories, and the human body to model organs and run simulations to show how patients respond to specific treatments.

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What is 3D printing in electronics? https://aciusa.org/what-is-3d-printing-in-electronics/ Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:35:00 +0000 https://aciusa.org/?p=55 3D printing in electronics refers to the use of additive manufacturing techniques to produce electronic components, devices, and systems. Unlike traditional manufacturing methods that involve subtracting material from a larger block (such as milling or etching), 3D printing builds objects layer by layer, using digital designs as blueprints. In electronics, 3D printing can be used […]

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3D printing in electronics refers to the use of additive manufacturing techniques to produce electronic components, devices, and systems. Unlike traditional manufacturing methods that involve subtracting material from a larger block (such as milling or etching), 3D printing builds objects layer by layer, using digital designs as blueprints.

In electronics, 3D printing can be used in a variety of ways, such as creating printed circuit boards (PCBs), sensors, antennas, semiconductors, and even complete electronic devices. Using specialized materials such as conductive inks and thermoplastics, manufacturers can print electronic components with complex designs, allowing for faster prototyping and lower manufacturing costs.

The growing role of 3D printing in electronics manufacturing

Demand for smaller, more complex and customized electronic devices has increased in recent years. This shift is driving the adoption of 3D printing, which allows manufacturers to create highly detailed and compact components that traditional manufacturing methods struggle to produce. In addition, 3D printing enables rapid prototyping of devices, reducing development time and allowing designers to quickly refine designs.

  1. Personalization and flexibility
    One of the key reasons 3D printing is gaining momentum in the electronics industry is the ability to personalize designs with unprecedented flexibility. Traditional manufacturing processes are often limited when it comes to creating complex or specialized parts. 3D printing, on the other hand, allows engineers to design components that can be customized to meet specific requirements. Whether it’s creating unique geometry or producing parts with built-in features (such as circuits or antennas), 3D printing gives the freedom to design and manufacture electronics in new and innovative ways.

This is particularly useful in areas such as wearable technology or Internet of Things devices, where highly specialized, small-scale manufacturing is often necessary. Manufacturers can create customized products without the need for expensive molds or tools, reducing costs and lead times.

  1. Accelerate prototyping and shorten time to market
    In electronics, time is critical. The faster a product is prototyped, tested and brought to market, the greater its competitive advantage. 3D printing enables rapid prototyping, allowing engineers to test and refine designs much faster than with traditional methods. Getting products to market faster is a significant advantage, especially in industries such as consumer electronics, where the market is constantly evolving and innovation plays a key role.

Moreover, 3D printing can optimize the manufacturing process by allowing functional prototypes to be printed directly in production. This reduces the need for separate workflow steps from design to production, further speeding up production times.

  1. Cost reduction and resource efficiency
    Manufacturing electronic components traditionally requires significant investment in expensive molds, tooling, and setup costs. 3D printing eliminates much of this initial investment because it does not require the creation of molds or complex equipment. This reduction in capital expenditure makes 3D printing an attractive option for companies of all sizes, from startups to established players in the electronics industry.

In addition, 3D printing is a process that allows for the efficient use of materials. Traditional manufacturing methods often result in significant waste, especially in industries such as electronics where precision is paramount. 3D printing uses only the material needed for the object, which minimizes waste and optimizes the use of resources. This not only reduces costs, but also supports sustainability efforts, which are becoming increasingly important in global manufacturing practices.

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Tasks solved by robotization of production https://aciusa.org/tasks-solved-by-robotization-of-production/ Tue, 20 Aug 2024 08:32:00 +0000 https://aciusa.org/?p=52 Robotization of production is the process of replacing manual labor with automated labor using industrial and collaborative robots. This solution significantly reduces production costs, improves quality, and speeds up production output. Robotization is possible not only on large industrial lines, but is also suitable for small and medium-sized businesses. Almost any dirty, dangerous, monotonous work […]

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Robotization of production is the process of replacing manual labor with automated labor using industrial and collaborative robots. This solution significantly reduces production costs, improves quality, and speeds up production output.

Robotization is possible not only on large industrial lines, but is also suitable for small and medium-sized businesses. Almost any dirty, dangerous, monotonous work can and should be done by robots instead of humans.

The pandemic caused by the coronavirus has highlighted the benefits of businesses with automated lines. COVID-19, as well as other diseases, is not afraid of robots, and the production process can be monitored from a distance.

Experts believe that the widespread spread of the virus and the economic crisis caused by it have triggered a new stage in the introduction of robotics at domestic production facilities. It is expected that by 2035 such plants will be able to produce 40% more products than today.

Tasks solved by robotization of production

The process of robotization of production involves the gradual replacement of people with automatic assistants. On the scale of a large industrial enterprise, this reduces the risks associated with human error and increases labor productivity.

An industrial robot is capable of performing various functions according to the program that has been programmed into it. As a rule, this involves manipulating parts, delivering them to a conveyor, installing them in a machine, fixing them in the right place, and so on. An automatic performer does not make mistakes, does not get tired, he does not need breaks for lunch and sleep.

The list of technological operations performed by workers in industrial production is extensive. It includes casting, welding, manufacturing parts on CNC machines, painting blanks, various types of assembly, quality control.

Most of these jobs fit the basic tenet of robotization – compliance with the three D’s (dull, dirty and dangerous).

The following operations, which in many enterprises are still performed by people, can be automated:

  • welding operations;
  • feeding materials to the assembly line;
  • moving components of the future product on a conveyor;
  • sorting and packaging of finished products;
  • quality control of products;
  • maintenance of CNC machines;
  • palletizing products, moving them to the warehouse, loading them onto transportation;
  • surface coloring;
  • cutting materials and grinding products.

Robotization of industrial production can start with the introduction of robotic manipulators – industrial and collaborative – into the process.

With their help, it is possible to automate almost all processes carried out at the enterprise and significantly reduce costs. For example, by installing a pair of SCARA robots in a food production facility, a business owner can reduce the number of employees by up to 25% of the initial requirement. The savings are significant: instead of 150 thousand dollars, the cost will be 37.5 thousand dollars, and the production will operate smoothly, without weekends and breaks.

Robotization of production can be successfully applied at several stages:

  • Manipulation. The automatic assistant is assigned the function of moving materials, blanks and parts, their unloading and loading. Robots perfectly cope with simple repetitive operations, freeing people from the need to carry heavy loads and perform monotonous actions;
  • Processing. At this production stage, robots are used for specific tasks: welding parts, cutting materials, testing products for strength, and quality control;
  • Assembly. Step-by-step connection of components into assemblies, units and finished products is a complex process that requires human participation. However, robots are able to perform monotonous actions qualitatively and quickly, and people only have to observe the correctness of the operations. Assembly lines at many companies are equipped with robots, so that the assembly process proceeds without delays and with a minimum of errors.

Automation and robotization of modern production is a promising direction of industrial development, which will make it possible to achieve high product quality while reducing costs. The introduction of robots will lead to positive changes:

To switch to the production of new products, it is only necessary to change the program. The flexibility to reconfigure automatic “employees” can save time in manufacturing plants where half of the products are made in small batches.

If small and medium volumes of parts are required for production needs, direct production takes about 5% of the time. The vast majority of working hours are spent on machine readjustment, tool change, component loading and so on. Automated line allows to redistribute working time in favor of finished products by reducing the preparatory stages. As a result, not only time is saved, but also raw materials, materials and parts by minimizing scrap.

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