According to PwC, 70% of CEOs worldwide believe Generative AI (GenAI) will significantly transform the way their companies create, deliver and capture value. That includes manufacturers, who can use the systems to spot equipment failures and minimize … [Read more...] about Industrial bearings support the GenAI revolution
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Flying towards sustainability
According to Deloitte, “the demand for sustainability, product innovations, and wartime defense is expected to result in rapid technological evolution” in the aerospace and defence (A&D) industry”. Innovations like electric propulsion systems and … [Read more...] about Flying towards sustainability
Lubricating electric aircraft systems
A report by SAAB RBS predicts that 10% of worldwide emissions could come from flying. Yet, if the aerospace industry adopts electric propulsion, this figure could remain steady at two-to-five%. However, electric aircraft systems present their own … [Read more...] about Lubricating electric aircraft systems
Ceramic bearings for medical robots
Robots are on the rise in medical environments and are being increasingly relied upon to carry out more complex procedures. Although martensitic stainless steels have been favored for bearings in robot applications, their performance is falling short … [Read more...] about Ceramic bearings for medical robots
Why bearings will be essential to Agriculture 4.0
According to the European Commission (EC), “The digitalization of the European agricultural sector has the potential to revolutionize the industry, promoting efficiency, sustainability and competitiveness”. New technologies, including smart actuators … [Read more...] about Why bearings will be essential to Agriculture 4.0
Flying towards sustainability
According to Deloitte, “the demand for sustainability, product innovations, and wartime defense is expected to result in rapid technological evolution” in the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry”. Innovations like electric propulsion systems and … [Read more...] about Flying towards sustainability
Selecting the right bearings for ultra-high vacuum chambers
Contamination in a vacuum chamber can result in dangerous chemical reactions and unwanted side effects. The Princeton University Office of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) highlights that vacuum work can lead to implosions and potential dangers … [Read more...] about Selecting the right bearings for ultra-high vacuum chambers
Bearings for marine environments
Subsea applications are characterized by constantly harsh conditions and extreme environments. In marine environments, various applications involve propeller shafts and components for underwater robots and telecommunication systems. However, in the … [Read more...] about Bearings for marine environments
Enhancing industrial drone operations
The integration of drones in manufacturing is on the cusp of a significant transformation. Commercial and private deployment of airborne drones is revolutionizing many industries, and the global commercial market is expected to reach an impressive … [Read more...] about Enhancing industrial drone operations
Weighing up the hybrid bearing debate
The best cyclists have a very special mindset, which allows them to focus on the bike and the road, without distraction, ignoring tailwind, overlooking the rain, appreciating the uphill. These escapes from reality are often beneficial, but there are … [Read more...] about Weighing up the hybrid bearing debate