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        FIEKView:Three Trends Seen in Hannover Messe
        IEKView:漢諾威展 看見三趨勢
        • 2020/03/04
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        Germany’s Hannover Messe is the showroom of the latest and newest applications of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing. The 2019 exhibition “Home of Industrial Pioneers” presented many attractive and inspiring innovations, such as smart production lines administered by robots, AR-assisted workstations for intelligent personnel, AI and 5G applications.

        The 2019 exhibition showcased many examples of system integration and solutions with robots to boost production efficiency and effectiveness. IBG Automation GmbH, famous for the integration of industrial robots, displayed a set of seven KUKA arms (one large and six small) as a large-scale automated manufacturing system for compound components.

        Meanwhile, bio-robotic hands and integrated claws are being developed to facilitate man-machine collaboration and enhance the flexibility of industrial robots. For example, SCHUNK launched the cobot-certified 5-Finger Gripping Hand (SVH), which is capable of movements similar to a human. Many vendors have introduced AGVs (automated guided vehicles) in conjunction with robot arms for moving materials and as part of flexible production systems. This exhibition highlighted three mega trends in smart manufacturing: (1) the shift from automation to autonomy, such as autonomous robot arms and AGV systems for highly adaptive production lines; (2) the combination of automated warehousing, AGVs, cobots and intelligent workstations to facilitate highly efficient, bespoke and flexible production; (3) the integration with Digital Twin, AR or other smart man-machine interfaces to boost quality and enhance the effectiveness of operators on production lines.

        Smart workstations can automatically detect specifications and forward guidance according to those specifications, as well as provide advice for corresponding components, tools and procedures. Instructions or warnings are projected as images via the man-machine interface or shown in the AR goggles. Companies and research institutions including Rexroth, Fraunhofer, KONICA MINOLTA, Light Guide Systems, ARKITE, PTC and OPTIMUM all presented their diversity of smart workstations.

        AR applications were the highlight of the tradeshow. Over 20 manufacturers demonstrated their solutions. PTC from the U.S. transmits AR digital data from the barcode machine to the handheld devices of operators. The AR technology enables consultation and guidance from experts afar regarding machinery operations, equipment safety, breakdown locations, and maintenance procedures. KONICA MINOLTA from Japan displayed their AIRe Lens, smart goggles for product assembly and equipment maintenance, aiming to reduce error rates by 50% and working time by 42%.

        In the manufacturing domain, AR serves as the multi-purpose man-machine interface and promises great potential in the assembly and quality inspection of complex products and the monitoring/maintenance of equipment.

        AI applications were also in the spotlight. The use of AI for quality inspection and predictive maintenance in the manufacturing environment is gradually maturing. In fact, AI is opening up a wide range of applications. AI-assisted robots can detect objects and plan motion paths. Bio-robotic claws can move in a way that is similar to human hands. AI can analyse human body movements, positions and identify safety gear in order to offer suggestions or warnings to enhance effectiveness and ensure security.

        The 2019 Hannover Messe had a section dedicated to 5G. Both Nokia and Qualcomm set up a demo 5G network and made the 5G ARENA the first exhibition hall in Germany covered by 5G. Different 5G usage cases were presented. For instance, Zeiss introduced its 5G solutions for procedural control of automobile components production. A massive amount of scanned data can be transmitted via 5G on a real-time basis to the control center so that quality engineers can stay on top of production lines and optimize workflows.

        Industrial robots are finding their way from automobile and consumer electronics to other industries, in order to assist manufacturers in the enhancement of productivity and competitiveness. Taiwan suppliers are equipped with the relevant capabilities in terms of both hardware and components. There are many opportunities for developing their own products or assembling components for international brands.

        There is a growing plethora of AI applications in manufacturing. Image recognition based on machine learning, such as quality inspection, robotic motion control and predictive maintenance is developing rapidly. It is also a key area for AI in manufacturing in Taiwan.

        Taiwan is moving toward 5G commercialization. In addition to infrastructure deployment and communication equipment upgrades, it is also necessary to develop solutions in conjunction with various smart technologies. Mass adoption of 5G will depend on the availability of mature and economic beneficial applications.

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