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        Siemens has partnered with automotive manufacturer Mercedes Benz to develop a model called Digital Energy Twin. This model is mostly about enhancing energy efficiency and reducing emissions in the automotive production process.
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        The Digital Energy Twin is a digital replication of the physical energy system used in Mercedes Benz's Factory 56 in Sindelfingen, Germany. With this model, both companies aim to analyze and optimize energy usage in different scenarios, which is done by connecting inputs like weather data, load profile simulation, and building asset selection. It helps in making faster and informed decisions to optimize energy efficiency, cut costs, and lower emissions. Using the Digital Energy Twin, they predict potential energy savings of 15%-20% at each production site and an average CO2 reduction of 50% per site.
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Digital Twin

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 <p>Siemens and Mercedes Benz have teamed up to create a model named Digital Energy Twin, aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions in the automotive manufacturing process.</p>
 <p>This model is a digital duplicate of the physical energy system utilized in Mercedes Benz's Factory 56 in Sindelfingen, Germany. The aim is to analyze and enhance energy consumption in various situations by integrating information such as weather data, load profile simulation, and building asset selection. This enables quicker and more informed decisions for maximizing energy efficiency, reducing costs, and decreasing emissions. It is projected that the Digital Energy Twin could result in potential energy savings of between 15%-20% per manufacturing site and an average CO2 reduction of 50% per site.</p>
 
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Siemens and Mercedes Benz partner to optimize energy usage with Digital Energy Twin

Using data and automation to achieve 24/7 production.

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 <p>Siemens, a renowned industry powerhouse, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Schaeffler, the German automotive technology giant. This collaborative relationship aims to develop cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions specifically designed for the industrial sector.</p>
 <p>The partnership involves the integration of Siemens Industrial Copilot, a solution dedicated to industrial automation, with a robotic cell owned by Schaeffler Special Machinery, a subdivision of Schaeffler that focuses on special machine construction. This incorporation aims to enhance the overall operational efficiency in the industrial scene.&nbsp;</p>
 <p>By employing AI technology, Siemens and Schaeffler anticipate generating programming codes utilized in manufacturing processes. Furthermore, the AI solution will also serve in diagnosing potential causes of errors in the processes, thereby ensuring seamless operations and reducing production downtime.&nbsp;</p>
 
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Siemens partners with Schaeffler to develop AI-powered solutions for use in industrial sector

AI, robotics, and IoT to streamline the flow of goods and information

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 <p>Siemens, Universal Robots, and Zivid unite to advance warehouse operations and intra-logistics fulfillment, presenting an automated solution. Siemens provides its SIMATIC Robot Pick AI software, Zivid contributes with their industrial 3D camera, and Universal Robots introduces their UR20 collaborative robot. This combination of technologies will significantly enhance activities in fulfillment centers and the ecommerce sector.</p>
 
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Siemens partners with Universal Robots and Zivid to develop warehouse automation solution

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 <p>Siemens has bought the industrial drive technology (IDT) business of ebm-papst, a company specializing in driverless mobility solutions. The financial details of the deal have not been revealed.</p>
 <p>The acquisition will help Siemens enhance its product portfolio, specifically the "Xcelerator" product line. Siemens plans to incorporate ebm-papst's autonomous mobile robot (AMR) technology to offer advanced production automation solutions. Furthermore, Siemens aims to drive business growth in the autonomous factory automation sector via its already well-established global sales network.</p>
 <p>The transaction is expected to be concluded by mid-2025. The deal will provide ebm-papst with the necessary funds to grow its air and heating technology divisions, as well as expand its operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.</p>
 
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Siemens acquires IDT Business from ebm-papst for undisclosed sum

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 <p>Siemens has incorporated a GenAI function into its predictive maintenance solution, Senseye Predictive Maintenance. </p>
 <p>The updated system now features a dialogic user interface intended to enhance user interaction. Additionally, it compiles data from equipment and maintenance to create models of machine behavior. These models can alert users to significant information and provide actionable insights into current problems.</p>
 <p>The firm noted that the GenAI functionality would be accessible to Senseye users starting from this spring.</p>
 
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Siemens integrates GenAI functionality into predictive maintenance solution

Technologies bringing about a new reality

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 <p>Sony showcased its professional-grade spatial content creation VR headset at CES 2024. The system is designed for 3D object manipulation and 3D model editing. Partnering with Siemens, the company has developed an immersive design and collaborative product. The VR headset is powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 platform, featuring 4K OLED microdisplays, and spatial recognition capabilities. Sony's proprietary rendering technology provides highly realistic textures and facial expressions. Its controllers streamline virtual object interactions and support remote real-time reviews with third-party 3D creation apps. Sony plans to collaborate with more developers in industrial and entertainment application sectors.</p>
 
</div> <p><b>Analyst QuickTake: </b> The launch represents the company’s formal entrance into the enterprise-focused VR headset market, diversifying from its gaming-focused PlayStation VR headset series. Sony is likely to price its new headset higher than its <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/16562"> PSVR 2 </a> (priced at USD 549), in a similar vein of thinking to other manufacturers (Meta’s enterprise-focused Quest Pro headset is priced at USD 990, with its consumer-oriented <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/19043"> Quest 3 </a> headset priced at 499).</p>

Sony announces preview of VR headset for 3D professionals; partners with Siemens for XR design and collaboration software

Empowering Tomorrow's Innovations with Generative AI Infrastructure

Generative AI Infrastructure

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 <p>Siemens and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are strengthening their partnership by integrating AWS' Bedrock with Siemens' Mendix. This integration helps in the development and scaling of GenAI applications for various businesses. It simplifies the process of using GenAI models in applications, removing the need for extensive coding. This empowers teams to build robust applications without needing specialist programming knowledge. The main goal is to simplify IT and cloud technology integration into applications and machine workflows, ensuring smooth operation with GenAI capabilities.</p>
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Siemens and AWS partner to facilitate use of GenAI in software development

Additive manufacturing makes objects by systematically adding material via a CAD program

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  <li><p>Leading additive manufacturing companies, including Siemens, DyeMansion, BASF Forward AM, EOS, and HP, have announced plans to launch the AM I Navigator Initiative.</p></li>
  <li><p>This initiative aims to introduce a comprehensive maturity model for the additive manufacturing (AM) industry, defining the stages of industrialization in 3D printing.</p></li>
  <li><p>The model encompasses the entire process chain, from materials and machinery to automation, increasing interoperability in AM. It also aids AM users in integrating 3D printing into traditional production workflows by providing a common understanding of different stages.&nbsp;</p></li>
  <li><p>Companies can assess their AM maturity level and set future targets across five levels, from manual to fully autonomous production.&nbsp;</p></li>
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Leading additive manufacturing companies, including Siemens, DyeMansion, BASF Forward AM, EOS, and HP, have announced plans to launch the AM I Navigator Initiative. This initiative aims to introduce a comprehensive maturity model for the additive manufacturing (AM) industry, defining the stages of industrialization in 3D printing. The model encompasses the entire process chain, from materials and machinery to automation, increasing interoperability in AM. It also aids AM users in integrating 3D printing into traditional production workflows by providing a common understanding of different stages. Companies can assess their AM maturity level and set future targets across five levels, from manual to fully autonomous production. <p><b>Analyst QuickTake: </b> The maturity model and framework that provides a structured approach to assess current AM capabilities would allow businesses to understand where they stand in terms of AM adoption and how they can progress toward more advanced, automated production methods. Companies that participate in the initiative could also benefit from sharing best practices and learning from one another, leading to the development of industry-wide best practices and guidelines for industrial 3D printing.</p>

Leading AM companies launch AM I Navigator to analyze industry maturity

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  <li><p>Ricoh and Siemens have partnered to create innovative aluminum components using additive manufacturing technology, with a focus on contributing to a zero-carbon society.</p></li>
  <li><p>Through this partnership, Ricoh will utilize Siemens' Additive Manufacturing Network to produce efficient and reliable systems for manufacturing unique aluminum parts. The collaboration will benefit the electric vehicle industry and other areas of mobility, aligning with the goal of achieving a zero-carbon society.</p></li>
  <li><p>Ricoh's industrial inkjet printhead technology enables the creation of complex shapes with an aluminum alloy, resulting in a more efficient and sustainable production process.</p></li>
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Ricoh partners with Siemens to develop aluminum binder jetting process for mass production

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  <li><p>Siemens and Microsoft are partnering to bring AI benefits to industries with Siemens Industrial Copilot, an AI-powered assistant for manufacturing.</p></li>
  <li><p>Siemens Industrial Copilot speeds up automation code generation, optimization, and debugging, reducing simulation times.</p></li>
  <li><p>Teamcenter for Microsoft Teams connects product design and manufacturing, making data more accessible in factory and field services.</p></li>
  <li><p>Siemens' digital industries software, offered through Xcelerator, integrates manufacturing, engineering, and service operations using digital twin technologies for innovation and automation.</p></li>
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</div> <p><b>Analyst QuickTake:</b> Notably, <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/17717"> in April 2023 </a> as well, Siemens partnered with Microsoft &nbsp;to integrate GenAI capabilities into its industrial solutions.The companies integrated Microsoft Azure’s machine learning with Siemens’ Industrial Edge to analyze images captured by cameras and videos to provide preventive maintenance solutions.</p>

All Updates

Siemens and Mercedes Benz partner to optimize energy usage with Digital Energy Twin

Siemens partners with Schaeffler to develop AI-powered solutions for use in industrial sector

Siemens partners with Universal Robots and Zivid to develop warehouse automation solution

Siemens acquires IDT Business from ebm-papst for undisclosed sum

Siemens integrates GenAI functionality into predictive maintenance solution

Sony announces preview of VR headset for 3D professionals; partners with Siemens for XR design and collaboration software

Siemens and AWS partner to facilitate use of GenAI in software development

Leading AM companies launch AM I Navigator to analyze industry maturity

Ricoh partners with Siemens to develop aluminum binder jetting process for mass production

Siemens and Microsoft partner to drive GenAI in manufacturing

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Siemens and Mercedes Benz partner to optimize energy usage with Digital Energy Twin

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