In recent years, 3D printing technology has developed rapidly and has evolved from a seemingly distant “high-tech” to a convenient technology within reach, gradually penetrating into various fields that we can come into contact with. With the rapid popularization of 3D printing technology, 3D printing models of aircraft, 3D printing COSPLAY props, etc. have emerged rapidly.

Compared to traditional production methods, the flexibility and diversity of 3D printing technology bring more choices and greater creative freedom. In the field of model airplane production, 3D printing technology is particularly popular because it not only improves production efficiency but also greatly reduces costs. More importantly, the development of 3D printing technology enables model airplane enthusiasts to customize personalized model works.

However, in the process of DIY model aircraft, material properties are crucial to the flight performance of the model aircraft. Different materials have different strengths, weights, and durability, which directly affect the flight stability and handling performance of model aircraft. This is also a major issue that has previously troubled many model aircraft enthusiasts. PLA, ABS, carbon fiber reinforced materials… among many 3D printing materials, which one is more suitable for printing model aircraft?

ESUN Easy to Produce Lightweight PLA (ePLA-LW), also known as foamed PLA, is a 3D printing material developed specifically for aircraft models, ship models, and COSPLAY. The interlayer bonding is more stable, and the foaming rate and strength can be controlled by adjusting the printing temperature. Lightweight PLA adopts active foaming technology to achieve lightweight and low-density PLA parts, with a foaming volume ratio of 220% and a density as low as 0.54g/cm ³. Foaming makes the layering almost invisible, and the printed surface is matte and delicate. Under the same model conditions and speed, using lightweight PLA can significantly improve the performance of model aircraft by providing lighter wing loads and lower stall speeds.

The product features of lightweight PLA are as follows:

1. Low density, up to 0.54g/cm ³;

2. Foam volume ratio of 220%, printing the same volume model, 1 roll of ePLA-LW can be used as 2.2 rolls of ordinary PLA;

3. Foaming makes the layering almost invisible, and the surface of the printed item is matte and delicate; At around 210-270 ℃, this material begins to foam during printing, increasing its volume by nearly 1.2 times. The printing extrusion rate can be reduced to 45% to print lightweight parts.

4. The strength and foaming ratio can be freely adjusted;

5. Possess excellent interlayer strength, explosion resistance, and easy repair;

6. The printed model is easy to paint and has strong surface adhesion.

As a model aircraft material, the advantages of lightweight PLA are very obvious, and its biggest advantage is its “lightness”. In the same volume model, lightweight PLA weighs less than half of regular PLA. The real machine printed with it has a lighter weight than models that pursue light wing loads such as KT board, EPP, PP board, etc.

It is worth mentioning that on September 9, 2022, the China Light Industry Federation announced a list of 58 recommended upgraded consumer goods and 68 recommended innovative consumer goods. Among them, several internationally renowned enterprises such as Gree and Midea were selected, and eSUN’s lightweight PLA was also successfully selected for the recommended innovative consumer goods list due to its innovation and influence in the industry.

Since its launch, lightweight PLA has been warmly welcomed and widely loved by a large number of model airplane enthusiasts due to its unique “light” advantage and excellent performance. This material not only solves many problems of traditional materials in aircraft model production, but also greatly promotes the application and development of 3D printing technology in the field of aircraft models. The emergence of lightweight PLA undoubtedly brings new possibilities for 3D printing of model aircraft, allowing the creative dreams of model aircraft enthusiasts to set sail more lightly.

Intelligent driven logistics, green future

When a large number of express deliveries are accurately and efficiently classified on the sorting conveyor line; When solar panels quietly absorb sunlight on the roof; When every kilowatt hour of electricity is intelligently allocated to where it is most needed. What is providing a solid and reliable connection technology for this future where intelligence and green are intertwined? Follow in the footsteps of industrial connectivity expert Weidmuller and explore this innovative and intelligent future green world together.

On November 5th, 2024, CeMAT Asia, the Asia International Logistics Technology and Transportation Systems Exhibition, kicked off. Industry pioneer Weidmuller unveiled its logistics industry full application scenario connectivity solution at the exhibition. The organic combination of star products such as Weidmuller frequency converters, code readers, power supplies, remote I/O, industrial Ethernet, and wiring terminals can provide a comprehensive connection and communication solution for the smart logistics industry from sorting, warehousing, to transportation and other sub links, efficiently helping enterprises quickly build a smart logistics ecosystem. Especially the dynamic display of logistics conveyor line electronic control integration, which made its debut, won continuous praise from the audience with its unique operating mode.

In addition to surprising innovative solutions, Mr. Wu Shang’an, Chief Manager of Standard Products at Weidmuller Industrial Connector Division, gave a keynote speech on “Weidmuller Efficient Connection Solution” at the VDMA Intelligent and Sustainable Solutions Forum, which was held at the same time as the exhibition. He further revealed to the audience how Weidmuller has brought revolutionary changes to the logistics industry through intelligent connection and digital solutions, and triggered a profound reflection on smart logistics innovation.

If intelligence and efficiency are the core elements of Weidmuller’s solution, then green and low-carbon are indispensable. Weidmuller has long been committed to promoting exploration and practice in the field of green energy, actively responding to the vision of global sustainable development.

From November 14th to 16th, at the upcoming 26th China International High tech Fair (CIFTIS) in 2024, Weidmuller will showcase a series of green energy solutions aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing environmental pollution. Their application scenarios include energy storage, hydrogen energy, photovoltaics, wind power and other sub industries, providing comprehensive assistance to customers to achieve a win-win situation of economic and social benefits, and contributing to the construction of a sustainable future.

At the Weidmuller booth (Shenzhen International Convention and Exhibition Center (Bao’an) Hall 9-A50), not only can you fully experience the magical power of Weidmuller’s intelligent solution “Green Future”, but you can also obtain the latest industry information in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere through Weidmuller’s live broadcasts of different themes and activities such as filling out questionnaires to win gifts.

ABS has always been a popular material in the field of 3D printing. In recent years, with the increasing demand for industrial grade 3D printing, ABS wire has been highly favored due to its excellent performance and diverse application scenarios.

Technology is constantly advancing, and the performance of ABS materials is also continuously improving, resulting in various versions of wires such as ABS+, fast ABS+, and low odor ABS. In order to meet the printing needs of higher strength and durability, carbon fiber reinforced ABS (eABS CF) has emerged as a new star in the ABS wire family.

ABS+carbon fiber, strong alliance

Carbon fiber reinforced ABS, as the name suggests, is achieved by adding carbon fiber reinforced material to ABS material and modifying it to significantly improve its performance. Carbon fiber is known for its excellent mechanical properties and lightweight characteristics. Integrating it into ABS not only greatly improves the rigidity and strength of the material, but also endows it with more outstanding chemical and temperature resistance, thereby further expanding the application range of carbon fiber reinforced ABS.

82% increase in stiffness, performance leap

According to the print test results, compared to ordinary ABS materials, carbon fiber reinforced ABS has a particularly significant improvement in rigidity and strength, with a bending modulus of 2694Mpa, an increase of 82%; The bending strength increased from 46Mpa to 76Mpa, an increase of 65%. Carbon fiber reinforced ABS not only improves its mechanical properties, but also enhances its chemical and temperature resistance, with a thermal deformation temperature of up to 95 ℃. This means that carbon fiber reinforced ABS can maintain stable performance in more demanding environments, making it very suitable for special applications such as outdoor use.

From models to industrial components, widely used

Carbon fiber reinforced ABS has the characteristics of lightweight while maintaining strength. The material density is low, and the weight of printed models is lighter than that of general materials. Therefore, it can also be used for rapid manufacturing of models such as drones, aircraft models, and ship models. In addition, carbon fiber reinforced ABS is widely used in the production of 3D printer accessories, fixtures, engineering accessories, and electronic and electrical related accessories, providing high-performance and high-quality solutions for various industries.

Exterior matte texture, balancing aesthetics

Unlike traditional carbon fiber materials that are typically limited to black, carbon fiber reinforced ABS offers a variety of color options, such as black, dark red, dark purple, dark blue, dark green, etc. These dark colored products have a more textured visual appearance, coupled with the unique frosted surface brought by carbon fiber, making the printed models more sophisticated, while ensuring strength and aesthetic appeal.

It should be noted that carbon fiber reinforced ABS material has a high shrinkage rate. When printing, attention should be paid to insulation and printing should be done in a closed box printer. During the printing process, it is recommended to maintain continuous ventilation. If the environment permits, it is recommended to use an air filter in combination. In addition, due to the relatively poor cooling performance of carbon fiber reinforced ABS, the use of fans can be moderately adjusted or the printing speed can be reduced during the printing process to optimize the printing effect. The following are the relevant parameters obtained from multiple tests of eSUN for your reference.

Carbon fiber reinforced ABS not only improves the overall performance of the material, but also expands the application range of 3D printing technology. Its lightweight characteristics and rich color choices also add more possibilities to it. Whether for 3D printing users seeking high-performance materials or those who have a demand for model appearance, they can experience and try this wire through actual printing.

1. International collaborative innovation drives breakthroughs in robotics technology and jointly overcomes global challenges

2. The integration and development of artificial intelligence and robotics industry opens a new chapter in the era of intelligence

3. ABB’s cutting-edge robot products debut at conference, exploring new scenarios for “robot+” applications

The 2024 World Robot Conference will be held from August 21st to 25th at the Beijing Economic and Technological Development Zone Beiren Yichuang International Convention and Exhibition Center. The conference, with the theme of “Cultivating New Quality Productivity and Sharing Intelligent New Future”, focuses on three major areas of industrial development, collaborative innovation, and technological innovation, exploring the new changes and opportunities faced by the global robotics industry, and sharing how diverse application scenarios can continuously promote global economic development and social prosperity.

Gu Chunyuan, Chairman of ABB China, Marina Bill, President of the International Federation of Robotics, Global Head of Marketing and Sales for ABB Robotics Business Unit and Global Head of Digital Empowerment Center, and Han Chen, President of ABB Robotics Business Unit China, attended the conference and delivered speeches.

Marina Bill delivered a speech at the opening ceremony of the conference and delivered a keynote speech on the current status, trends, and prospects of the global robotics market at the main forum. She pointed out, “In recent years, robot technology, with its unique charm and enormous potential, is reshaping our world. From industrial production to healthcare, from household services to emergency rescue, robots have become an indispensable part of human society.”

“The global robot market continues to grow strongly, and by 2023, the total number of robots worldwide has exceeded 4 million. This number is not only a powerful proof of the rapid development of robot technology, but also heralds the arrival of a new era of intelligence. The deep integration of artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and 5G technology will endow robots with higher intelligence, flexibility, and efficiency.”

ABB China Chairman Gu Chunyuan, as a guest speaker at the main forum of the World Robot Conference, held a wonderful roundtable forum with leaders and experts from relevant industry organizations at home and abroad on the topic of global robot development and governance. He said, “The development of the global robotics industry has accumulated rich successful experience, but also faces many new challenges. Since the birth of robots, safety has been one of the cores of robot governance, and the entire industry has closely cooperated to establish sound global safety standards. Now, the continuous emergence of new technologies and applications, especially AI connecting robots with the physical world, has brought more severe challenges to robot governance. This requires us to attach great importance to it, continue to work together, and jointly explore effective solutions.

As a model of cutting-edge technology, robots are demonstrating higher intelligence and autonomy, and are increasingly becoming intelligent partners in our work and life. However, more importantly, the development of robots should benefit all countries and regions, bringing welfare to more people. The advancement of robot technology, cost reduction, and remote technical support have made many tasks that were once impossible a reality today.

ABB actively engages in international cooperation and extensive exploration and innovation in areas such as addressing global climate change, protecting biodiversity, ensuring food security, promoting industrial green transformation, and life sciences and new energy materials. For example, it collaborates with the international non-profit organization Junglekeepers to use YuMi robots and RobotStudio cloud technology to assist in the reconstruction of the Amazon rainforest; Using ocean recycled plastic to 3D print customized items, turning plastic pollution into new business opportunities; Support the creation of intelligent automated laboratories to accelerate the research and development of new drugs; Develop AI based automation solutions for laboratory cultivation of seafood products; Provide PixelPaint no overspray technology for electric vehicle production lines, achieving zero waste while improving efficiency.

The rapid development of artificial intelligence and robotics technology has also brought new opportunities to the fields of education and training. Guided programming and natural language processing have greatly lowered the threshold for programming, shifting the focus of education from simple programming skills to how to more efficiently utilize robots to assist human work. This transformation contributes to the popularization of robotics technology, alleviating labor and skill shortages while opening up new employment prospects. In recent years, ABB has continuously enriched its educational robot product line, extensively carried out school enterprise cooperation, and has been committed to supporting the cultivation of young scientific and technological innovation talents and skilled talents in China’s automation field through activities such as the ABB Cup Intelligent Technology Innovation Competition.

Han Chen, President of ABB Robotics China, focused on the current hot topic of artificial intelligence at the World Robot Conference main forum and delivered a keynote speech titled “ABB Robots Assist AI and Industry Integration”, showcasing ABB’s latest application achievements in the field of artificial intelligence and sharing in depth how to integrate AI into robots and automation products to help various industries further explore and unleash their value potential.

Han Chen stated that artificial intelligence is becoming an important driving force for the new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation, and will play a key role in the application of industrial automation in the future. Artificial intelligence endows robots with unprecedented speed, precision, and flexibility, enabling them to undertake more tasks in complex environments such as production factories, warehouses, logistics centers, and laboratories. At the same time, the autonomy and adaptability of robots have also been elevated to a new level, enabling more intelligent and efficient functions such as precise grasping, quality inspection, autonomous navigation in dynamic environments, and human-machine interaction through natural language commands.

In recent years, humanoid robots, as outstanding representatives of artificial intelligence technology in the physical world, are gradually demonstrating their enormous potential and value. With the rapid development of general large-scale models, humanoid robots have gained unprecedented generalization ability, pushing the entire industry into the initial stage of commercialization. The vast prospects in this field have attracted the attention of many tech giants, including Tesla, OpenAI, Nvidia, Samsung, and others, who are all laying out their plans to take a leading position in this emerging market.

Taking Tesla as an example, its founder Musk proposed the concept machine of humanoid robots – Tesla Bot – in 2021, and then launched the prototype Optimus in 2022. In December 2023, Tesla launched an upgraded version of the Optimus Gen2, which achieved significant improvements in perception, brain processing, and motion control capabilities compared to the previous generation. With the gradual implementation of Tesla Optimus, the industry generally predicts that 2025 will mark the arrival of the era of mass production of humanoid robots. Its application scenarios will also go through three stages: initial application in automobile factories, comprehensive penetration into the manufacturing industry, and finally entering thousands of households after maturity.

According to calculations by AVIC Securities, the global demand for humanoid robots is expected to reach 2 million units by 2030, with a corresponding market space exceeding 570 billion yuan. This huge market potential undoubtedly paints an exciting blueprint for the future development of humanoid robots. So, what is the development of humanoid robots today?

Continuous capital injection

Since 2022, the humanoid robot industry has had frequent financing activities, with a total of 42 financing transactions and a total financing amount of nearly 9 billion yuan, with an average financing amount exceeding 100 million yuan per transaction. Entering 2023, the investment heat has significantly increased, with a surge of 23 investment events and financing amounts exceeding 5 billion yuan throughout the year. In the first two months of 2024, the average single financing amount has exceeded 200 million yuan, doubling compared to 2022, demonstrating the strong confidence of capital in the future development prospects of the humanoid robot industry.

Specifically, from January to February 2024, there were 10 investments in the humanoid robot industry, with a disclosed financing amount of approximately 2.32 billion yuan. Among them, Yushu Technology received a capital injection of up to 1 billion yuan in the B+round financing, while Galaxy General Robot received an investment of 700 million yuan, setting a record for the highest angel round financing in 2024. These financing performances fully demonstrate the sustained optimism of capital towards the humanoid robot industry and inject strong momentum into its future development.

According to statistics from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), China’s industrial robot sales accounted for 52.5% of the global market in 2023, marking China as the world’s largest market for robot applications. At present, China’s robotics industry is in a stage of rapid development, and the intelligence process of downstream application industries such as industrial manufacturing and retail consumption in China is also accelerating. As the carrier of high-precision and cutting-edge technology, humanoid robots will be able to undertake more flexible operations in the future with the improvement of technological maturity and the decrease of costs, thus having enormous market potential.

From a macro perspective, the continuous introduction of favorable policies and the rapid development of large-scale modeling technology are driving the rapid growth of the domestic humanoid robot industry. At present, humanoid robot manufacturers have begun small-scale commercial deliveries. According to research data from EO Think Tank, it is expected that the shipment of humanoid robots will reach around 2000 units by 2024. Overall, there are many favorable factors in the market, and the entire industry is in the initial stage of development, which will continue to release huge potential in the future.

What key components are worth paying attention to?

The composition of humanoid robots can be roughly divided into execution system, perception system, and control system.

In the execution system, the implementation of flexible joints relies on key components such as screws, motors, and reducers, which together determine the flexibility of the motion of humanoid robots. Tesla’s Optimus robot joint consists of 40 actuators, with the total cost of rotary joints, linear joints, and dexterous hands accounting for over 50%, highlighting the importance of cost reduction. In this context, the domestic industrial chain has shown significant advantages. Specifically:

As the core component of linear joints, lead screws are mainly divided into trapezoidal lead screws and roller lead screws, and their machining processes include turning, milling, and grinding. Grinding machines play an important role in both rough and precision machining processes. At present, the cost proportion of screw is as high as 23.4%, so the demand for cost reduction is particularly urgent.

In terms of motors, frameless torque motors are widely used in rotary joints and linear joints, while hollow cup motors or brushless cogged motors are used in dexterous hands. The total cost of motors accounts for about 8.9%, making it another important source of cost in the execution system.

Reducer is mainly used for rotating joints, among which harmonic reducer is currently the mainstream solution, while planetary reducer is suitable for joints with lower precision requirements. At present, the cost of reducers accounts for approximately 4.1%.

The perception system is the medium through which humanoid robots interact with the environment, relying on the comprehensive empowerment of multiple sensors. Sensors can convert the physical quantities perceived by robots in internal and external environments into electrical output, and are divided into internal sensors and external sensors. The core sensors of humanoid robots include torque sensors, visual sensors, and tactile sensors, which together form the foundation of the robot’s perception system. Currently, the cost of sensors accounts for approximately 24.7%. Specifically:

Torque sensors are applied to rotary joints and linear joints, while six dimensional torque sensors can be used on the wrist and ankle to increase flexibility control capability. However, the cost and manufacturing difficulty of six dimensional force/torque sensors are much higher than those of single dimensional torque sensors, so they were mainly used in space robotic arms in the aerospace field in the early days.

In terms of visual sensors, Tesla’s Optimus adopts a pure visual solution, while Xiaomi, Yushu, and others mostly use multi-sensor fusion solutions to improve the perception ability and adaptability of robots.

The tactile sensor is one of the biggest marginal changes compared to the previous generation of Tesla Optimus-Gen2, and its tactile sensor paired with the hand is expected to lead a new trend in the industry.

The control system is the intelligent “cerebellum” of the humanoid robot, which is responsible for real-time control of the position, speed, and direction of mechanical moving parts, making them move according to the expected trajectory and specified motion parameters. Due to the diverse applications and varying computing power requirements of various humanoid robot scenarios, controllers are usually self-developed to meet the requirements of low power consumption, high computing power, and high integration.

·The new generation of electromagnetic flowmeter product portfolio simplifies the original product series, dividing ABB electromagnetic flowmeters into two powerful categories: ProcessMaster and AquaMaster

·The new ProcessMaster and AquaMaster product lines integrate high performance, modularity, and IoT connectivity capabilities, optimizing the choices of industrial and utility customers

·The new product line will ensure customers’ future investments, and existing devices can be directly upgraded and connected to various latest IoT environments on the provided module upgrade path without the need for large-scale reinvestment

ABB has launched a new generation of electromagnetic flowmeter product portfolio, bringing high-precision, high connectivity, and high flexibility flow measurement experience to utility and industrial applications. This product portfolio strategy simplifies the electromagnetic flowmeter product portfolio, divided into two categories of powerful ProcessMaster and AquaMaster products. These products integrate high performance, modularity, and IoT connectivity capabilities.

Ms. Han Meina, Global Head of ABB’s Measurement and Analysis Instrumentation Business Line, said, “Customers expect us to continuously expand the functionality and performance boundaries that instrumentation can provide. By integrating high-performance, modular, and IoT connectivity capabilities, we redefine our electromagnetic flowmeter products based on customer expectations, ensuring that they achieve high precision, high connectivity, and high flexibility in various applications

The new ProcessMaster series is suitable for flow measurement applications “inside” industrial and utility factories, while the AquaMaster series is designed for “outside” facility applications in factories, providing excellent measurement accuracy in water distribution and trade metering.

Modularity is key to the new product portfolio, stemming from ABB’s commitment to providing sustainable and future oriented solutions and “reducing waste” for customer operations and ABB’s own operations. All models in the new flowmeter series come from a common technology platform, allowing customers to seamlessly switch transmitter and sensor combinations, customize communication options as needed, simplify the upgrade process, while maintaining backward compatibility with the previous generation of electromagnetic flowmeters. Overall, modularity enables customers to adapt to constantly changing technological environments and operational requirements without the need for major maintenance. This reduces overall cost of ownership and extends the product lifecycle.

The IoT connectivity feature has been embedded in all new flow meter models. Users can choose high-speed communication options based on factory on-site measurement or remote applications to enhance the application performance and control of flow meters, strengthen data analysis and process control.

The new ProcessMaster and AquaMaster production lines also adopt intelligent new manufacturing methods, which can shorten delivery time.

The ABB Process Automation Division provides automation, electrification, and digital solutions for industrial operations, meeting a wide range of user needs from energy, water, and material supply to product manufacturing and transportation. With advanced technology and service expertise, the ABB Process Automation Division’s approximately 20000 employees worldwide are committed to helping customers in process industries, hybrid industries, and maritime industries improve operational performance and safety, empowering a more sustainable and efficient future.

ABB is a technology leader in the field of electrical and automation, committed to empowering a more sustainable and efficient future. ABB integrates engineering experience and software technology into solutions to optimize manufacturing, transportation, energy, and operations. With over 140 years of outstanding history, ABB’s approximately 105000 employees worldwide are dedicated to driving innovation and accelerating industrial transformation. ABB has comprehensive business activities in China, including research and development, manufacturing, sales, and engineering services, with approximately 30 local enterprises and 15000 employees in nearly 130 cities. Its online and offline channels cover approximately 700 cities across the country.

1. Heavy display of ABB’s latest robots, frequency converters, and high-efficiency motors, with multiple new products welcoming their debut and debut

2. Jointly released the latest industry white paper with Porsche Consulting, providing insights into the future trends of the consumer electronics market

3. Rich booth live streaming activities and prize winning interactions bring immersive experiences to both online and offline audiences

From September 24th to 28th, the 24th China International Industrial Fair will be held at the Shanghai National Convention and Exhibition Center. ABB will showcase its latest industrial robots and the next-generation robot control platform OmniCore at booth E001 in Hall 8.1 and booth B171 in Hall 6.1 ™、 Dozens of innovative products, services, and solutions such as cloud drives, frequency converters, high-efficiency motors, and servo motors will be released, and industry white papers will be released to support users in various industries to accelerate transformation, upgrading, and sustainable development.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of ABB’s robot innovation journey. At this milestone, ABB will introduce multiple new products, technologies, and applications, and release the GoFa ultra high precision feature options for collaborative robots, modular large robots IRB 7710 and IRB 7720, showcasing the new generation of robot human control platform OmniCore ™ All members, the fusion of two ABB robots and the flexible track system of B&R ACOPOStrak, vividly interpret the core theme of “being a robot, but also infinite possibilities”. Among them:

1. The newly launched Ultra Accuracy leading feature will provide excellent operational accuracy and speed for the ABB GoFaTM collaborative robot series. Compared with other collaborative robots on the market, its path accuracy has increased by more than 10 times, supporting precision manufacturing in the electronics, automotive, aerospace, and metalworking industries.

2. ABB’s new generation robot control platform OmniCore, with a research and development investment of 170 million US dollars ™ Provides a faster, more precise, and sustainable intelligent automation platform, with a 25% increase in operating speed and a 20% reduction in energy consumption compared to previous ABB controllers. This architecture will realize the comprehensive integration of artificial intelligence, sensors, cloud computing and edge computing systems, and create advanced and autonomous robot applications.

3. ABB’s new IRB 7710 and IRB 7720 series of large robots provide unprecedented flexibility, including 16 models that are widely suitable for high load assembly and high-precision applications. They can efficiently handle various application processes in the production of electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and traditional vehicles, including stamping, body in white, electric vehicle battery assembly, and vehicle final assembly, and can save up to 30% of energy consumption.

On the first day of the CIIE, ABB Robotics will join hands with Porsche Consulting to jointly release the latest industry white paper on site, insight into the future trends of the consumer electronics market, and reveal the revolutionary application of robot technology in the field of surface treatment. ABB Robotics will also lead everyone to visit the nearly 800 square meter ABB Robotics exhibition hall through rich live streaming activities, watch new product releases and expert interpretations, and bring limited time discounts and surprise gifts to online users through live streaming sales.

The Profinet to CANopen gateway (NY-N831) is like a silent bridge that tightly connects the various parts of the smart stage. It cleverly leads the SE-C series stepper drivers, which were originally limited to CANopen communication, onto the stage of Profinet networks, bringing unprecedented vitality to stage control.

In the weaving of the configuration process, the first step is to carefully select a suitable gateway. This is like selecting a reliable guide, ensuring that it is proficient in the CANopen protocol of the SE-C series stepper drive and coexists harmoniously with the Profinet network on site. Subsequently, through the delicate delineation of hardware connections, the CANopen interface of the SE-C series stepper driver was tightly connected to the gateway, like blood vessels, and the Profinet port of the gateway was cleverly integrated into the Profinet bus of the stage.

Parameter configuration is a carefully planned ceremony. The IP address of the Profinet to CANopen gateway (NY-N831) serves as its unique identifier, ensuring smooth communication in the Profinet network. The detailed adjustment of CANopen network parameters, such as baud rate, node ID, etc., needs to be coordinated with the settings of the SE-C driver, like a harmonious symphony. In the Profinet network, we carefully weave device description files (GSDML files) to enable PLCs or control systems to accurately identify gateways and their connected drivers.

The configuration of PLC or control system is like giving soul to the intelligent stage. Add Profinet to CANopen gateway (NY-N831) devices to PLC or control systems, perform necessary I/O mapping, and then write control logic according to stage control requirements, allowing drivers to perform brilliant dance steps on stage.

In the parameter mapping process of Profinet to CANopen gateway (NY-N831), we ensure that the data objects of the CANopen driver, such as position, velocity, acceleration, etc., are mapped onto the Profinet network like threads, so that the PLC can send precise control commands, like a conductor’s baton, guiding every rhythm of the stage.

During the testing and debugging phase, we act like lighting technicians on stage, powering on all devices and checking if the gateway has successfully registered with the Profinet network. Perform basic motion tests, such as starting, stopping, and positioning movements, to ensure that motion control is as exciting as expected. Based on the test results, we are like a stage manager, finely adjusting every detail until we achieve optimal performance.

In the long journey of monitoring and maintenance, we are like guardians of the stage, continuously monitoring the status of gateways and drivers, conducting timely maintenance and troubleshooting, ensuring that the system operates like an evergreen tree and runs stably for a long time.

Through the careful weaving of the above steps, the SE-C series stepper driver is able to fully demonstrate its charm in the Profinet network environment, achieving automated control and efficient operation of the intelligent stage, just like a dancer dancing gracefully on the stage, showcasing unparalleled brilliance.

ABB has released a report exploring carbon capture, hydrogen energy, and electrochemistry as the main decarbonization pathways in steel production. This report focuses on the innovative methods and new technological developments in fossil free steel achieved by Brazil, China, India, Sweden, and the United States, including insights from leading global steel manufacturers such as SSAB, Tata Steel, and Aperam, as well as experts from the American Steel Institute and ABB.

The steel industry accounts for approximately 8% of global energy demand and produces 7-9% of global carbon dioxide emissions, with the majority coming from coal combustion. The new report by ABB titled ‘The Development Path of Fossil Free Steel – How to Achieve a Sustainable Future’ explores the current decarbonization challenges, including the cost and complexity of transitioning to low-carbon technologies and accessing hydrogen energy, clean electricity, high-grade iron ore, fossil free carbon, and lime.

The current steel production is a carbon and energy intensive industry, classified as one of the six “difficult to decarbonize” industries. In order to achieve the climate change target set by the United Nations’ Paris Agreement of keeping global temperatures within 1.5 ° C of pre industrial levels, the steel industry must achieve net zero emissions by 2050. This requires a thorough transformation of the steel industry, especially against the backdrop of an expected 30% increase in global steel demand during the same period.

This report introduces the actions that steel producers can currently take to reduce carbon emissions in the short to medium term, as well as the steps they can take to collaborate with industry suppliers and partners towards a fossil free steel future.

Regulatory, commercial, and social drivers are accelerating the decarbonization process in the steel industry, “said Frederik Esterhuizen, Global Head of ABB’s Steel and Nonferrous Metals business.” However, in order to address the core challenges mentioned in ABB’s report and gradually phase out fossil fuels, the steel industry needs strong comprehensive solutions and collaboration at all levels of the global steel supply chain to achieve success”

Through cooperation, a digital, autonomous, and fossil free steel industry can be achieved. ABB is adopting a collaborative and cooperative approach to integrate innovative technologies with ABB’s existing product portfolio for the steel industry. Throughout the world, the steel industry is committed to achieving a sustainable future, and multiple promising technologies are being implemented. Through innovation and cooperation, the future of green steel is promising.

On August 14th, the 30th anniversary celebration of ABB Electric Drive Systems Co., Ltd. in Beijing, with the theme of “Thirty Years of Fuyao, Lingyun Towards the Future”, was held grandly. Representatives from the government, Chinese joint venture partners, channel partners, ABB Group, and ABB China management gathered with ABB colleagues to celebrate this milestone moment.

Guo Huaigang, Director of the Beijing Branch of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, and Wang Xi, Deputy Director of the Chaoyang Park Management Committee of Zhongguancun Science and Technology Park, attended the celebration and highly praised the achievements of Beijing ABB Transmission in the past thirty years. At the same time, Mr. Qin Haibo, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of Beijing Jingyi Group Co., Ltd., a Chinese shareholder, also highly praised the 30-year cooperation between the two sides and stated that he will continue to strengthen cooperation with Beijing ABB Transmission and support the future development of Beijing ABB Transmission.

Since its establishment in 1994, taking advantage of China’s reform and opening up and rapid economic development, Beijing ABB Transmission has gradually grown and expanded through unremitting efforts and innovation. In 2008, it became the market leader in China’s low-voltage transmission industry and has remained at the forefront for twenty consecutive years in the “China Electrical Top 100” list released by the “Electrical Times” magazine based on national audit data.

Message from Management

Mr. Bai Yuanteng, a member of the ABB Group Executive Committee and Global President of ABB Motion Control Business Unit, said, “China is ABB’s second largest market and a key part of ABB’s global layout, and its importance is self-evident. In the past thirty years, ABB Beijing Transmission has embarked on the fast lane of China’s economic development, formulated a flexible and comprehensive long-term strategy to cover the Chinese market, continuously increased local research and development investment, forged an elite team, worked sincerely with channel partners, and maintained continuous growth. The average compound annual growth rate reached 23%, which is a very impressive achievement. We are very satisfied with this. Looking forward to the future, we have full confidence in the Chinese market and believe that it will continue to show strong growth potential for our company. Injecting a continuous stream of momentum into development.”

Mr. Kang Liang, General Manager of ABB (China) Co., Ltd. and Chairman of Beijing ABB Electric Drive Systems Co., Ltd., said: “The 30th anniversary of the establishment of Beijing ABB Drive is not only an important milestone for ABB’s development in China, but also a vivid portrayal of our ‘in China, for China’ strategy. According to this strategy, ABB continues to increase its research and development investment in China. Taking the ABB Motion Control Division, where Beijing ABB Drive is located, as an example, the division has established three research and development centers in China, with an increase of about 40% in R&D personnel since 2019, and local R&D product revenue accounting for about 30% of total revenue. In the future, we will continue to focus on the Chinese market, fully promote innovation, and use technological progress to support high-quality and low-carbon development！”

Mr. Qi Luping, the head of ABB Motion Control Division in China and the president of Beijing ABB Electric Transmission System Co., Ltd., played a video clip on site that condensed the 30-year development and struggle history of Beijing ABB Transmission. He said, “In 1994, we founded Beijing ABB Electric Transmission System Co., Ltd. with dreams and enthusiasm. Over the past thirty years, Beijing ABB Transmission has adhered to the corporate culture of ‘high aspirations, pursuit of excellence, courage to innovate, continuous improvement, humility and diligence, and hard work’, relying on advanced technology, reliable products, and professional services to win market recognition and customer trust.

The 30-year development history of Beijing ABB Transmission is a struggle of hard work, enterprising spirit, and continuous innovation. From initially introducing foreign products and technologies for sale in China, to achieving localized production and manufacturing, and then focusing on local research and development, independently developing various products suitable for the Chinese market, every step is full of challenges and hardships, but more importantly, it is the joy and pride of harvest. In the future, we will continue to work hand in hand with channel partners and customers to create a more brilliant tomorrow.”

Thirty years of hard work and innovation driven development

Since its establishment in 1994, ABB Beijing Transmission has always adhered to innovation driven development. From initially relying mainly on technology introduction and only having one standard frequency converter product suitable for distribution, to continuously increasing local research and development efforts and launching multiple products suitable for the Chinese local market, including the universal product ACS510 for the mainstream mid-range market in China, the medium voltage universal product ACS580MV for the mid to high end market in China, and the high-quality industrial frequency converter cabinet ACS880-07C that can be flexibly customized. During this process, ABB Drive not only established a comprehensive local R&D system, but also cultivated a R&D team of over 400 people, and successively established the Nanjing Servo R&D Center and ABB Drive and Control North Asia R&D Headquarters.

Thirty years of continuous cultivation, serving society with technology

For the past thirty years, Beijing ABB Transmission has deeply rooted itself in the Chinese market, and has participated in multiple national key livelihood projects with its expertise and technological advantages, such as the South to North Water Diversion Project, Yellow River Diversion Project to Shanxi, Dianchi Lake Water Replenishment Project, Hong Kong Zhuhai Macao Bridge, Olympic venues, etc., providing high-quality products, solutions, and services to safeguard people’s livelihoods. At the same time, ABB Transmission did not forget to give back to the society, actively fulfilled its corporate social responsibility, responded quickly to emergencies such as the COVID-19, the flood disaster in Zhengzhou and Zhuozhou, Henan, and fully supported the rescue, relief and post disaster recovery, especially accelerated the reconstruction of the water supply and heating system in the disaster area, and sent warmth and hope to the victims. In addition, the company actively participated in the ABB Cup Intelligent Technology Innovation Competition, aiming to stimulate innovation vitality and cultivate future compound innovative talents for society.

Thirty years of working together to create a sustainable future

For the past thirty years, Beijing ABB Transmission has provided diversified products, solutions, and services to customers in various industries such as mining, electricity, water, HVAC, etc. As of the end of 2023, the cumulative delivery of transmission products has exceeded 8 million units, saving energy equivalent to reducing 520 million tons of CO2 emissions, helping customers save energy and reduce emissions, and moving towards a greener and more sustainable future together.

Looking back on the past thirty years, Beijing ABB Transmission has written a glorious history of struggle with its spirit of continuous innovation and enterprising attitude. Looking ahead to the future, Beijing ABB Transmission will continue to implement the strategy of “in China, for China”, driven by technological innovation and guided by market and customer needs, to help customers achieve digital, intelligent, and green transformation, and jointly create a better tomorrow!

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