Silke von Gemmingen

Silke von Gemmingen manages corporate communications for German camera manufacturer IDS Imaging Development Systems.

Tue, 03/09/2021 - 12:03
AI Speeds Handling and Defect Inspection of Indexable InsertsImage analysis detects more than 99% of production errors
Tue, 06/25/2024 - 12:02
Indexable inserts are interchangeable cutting tools that are indispensable in various industrial applications, especially in metalworking. They are used as cutting material carriers for machining metals, plastics, or wood. Manufacturing indexable…
Disposal by Type?Smart management of bio waste increases recycling rates and minimizes residual volumes
Mon, 01/29/2024 - 12:02
Smart waste management is one of the core tasks within smart cities, i.e., those urban areas in which innovative technologies and data-driven solutions are used. They aim to improve residents’ quality of life, minimize environmental impact, and use…
AI and Robotics Optimize the Manufacturing LandscapeSimple AI integration and short training phases are key elements
Wed, 11/15/2023 - 12:01
The manufacturing sector is currently facing a number of challenges. Technological change, pressing environmental issues, and globalization require a number of adjustments, such as investing in new technologies, conserving resources, and optimizing…
Automatic Visual Inspection of Rigid EndoscopesSmall, light, cost-effective, and fast tester collects detailed data using IDS camera
Thu, 06/15/2023 - 12:03
Rigid endoscopes are used in medical diagnostics and therapy to examine body cavities and hollow organs, and to perform minimally invasive procedures. To avoid risks for patients and medical staff, it’s essential that the devices function perfectly…
Vision System Puts Bayeux Tapestry in FocusNew approach investigates damage due to environmental fluctuation on textile artifacts
Thu, 05/04/2023 - 12:02
Preventive conservation plays an important role in preserving art and cultural assets. To preserve their condition for as long as possible, it’s essential to slow down and evaluate aging processes and other factors that alter materials. To do this,…
Robots That Help Harvest Lettuce British team of agricultural engineering and machinery experts develops harvesting robot with IDS camera
Tue, 02/08/2022 - 12:02
Lettuce is a valuable crop in Europe and the United States. But labor shortages make it difficult to harvest; finding sufficient seasonal labor to meet harvesting commitments is one of the sector’s biggest challenges. Moreover, with wages rising…
Automatic Photo Portal Documents Intralogistics ProcessesAutomatic quality assurance solution analyses and documents the condition of goods and products
Mon, 08/09/2021 - 12:02
Due to digitalization in Industry 4.0, internal logistics is subject to constant change. Internal traceability—i.e., tracking goods in the warehouse or production facility—increasingly plays a key role. Manufacturers and consumers are placing more…
Experiment Tests How to Print 3D Parts in SpaceManufacture spacecraft components directly in orbit using generative manufacturing
Wed, 03/24/2021 - 12:02
Spacecraft are developed on Earth, tested, fully assembled, and transported in one piece by a launch vehicle to their respective places of operation. Each component must be designed to withstand the high loads of the launch phase. In most cases, in…
Robust and Flexible Robotic Automation in LogisticsEnabling robots to pick unknown objects in harsh logistics environments
Tue, 03/09/2021 - 12:03
The global pandemic has radically impacted the supply chain and logistics industry, making the need for robotic automation more urgent than ever. With more than 70 percent of labor in warehousing now dedicated to picking and packing, numerous…