Industry News

#### 2021 - Growth of the automated motion control software market

In 2021, the global automated motion control software market continued to grow. Driven by Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing, more and more companies have increased their investment in motion control software. These software play an important role in improving production efficiency, precision and product quality, especially in the application of robotics and precision automation equipment.

#### 2022 - Breakthroughs in machine vision technology

In 2022, with the advancement of artificial intelligence and deep learning technology, automated machine vision software will be more widely used in manufacturing and quality inspection. New algorithms and hardware upgrades have greatly improved the recognition accuracy and speed of machine vision systems, helping companies achieve faster production speeds and higher product consistency.

#### 2022 - PC-Based motion control systems are in the spotlight

In 2022, PC-Based motion control systems have received widespread attention in the industry due to their flexibility and efficient computing power. Such systems can better integrate data acquisition, processing and control functions to provide optimized solutions for complex automation applications. In a production environment, using PC-Based systems for real-time control can significantly improve the response speed and accuracy of the system.

#### 2023 - CODESYS and TwinCAT 3 Upgrade

In 2023, the industrial automation software platforms CODESYS and TwinCAT 3 released new versions, expanding support for multiple hardware architectures and programming languages. Their openness and programmability enable developers to design complex automation systems more efficiently. At the same time, these platforms support multiple communication protocols, enhancing the interconnectivity and data exchange efficiency between devices.

#### 2023 - EtherCAT communication protocol application expansion

In 2023, EtherCAT, as a high-performance Ethernet communication protocol, has further expanded its application scope in smart factories. With its high speed, determinism and low cost, EtherCAT supports real-time control and synchronization of complex equipment, and is widely used in automotive manufacturing, electronic equipment and semiconductor production, providing a solid communication foundation for smart manufacturing.

#### 2023 - Artificial intelligence deepens industrial automation applications

In 2023, the application of artificial intelligence, especially deep neural network technology, in industrial automation continues to deepen. Enterprises use AI technology to achieve smarter predictive maintenance, quality control and production optimization. The emergence of language models such as ChatGPT provides new possibilities for human-computer interaction and improves the user experience and operational efficiency of automation systems.

#### 2023 - NVIDIA promotes the integration of AI and automation

In 2023, NVIDIA continues to play a leading role in AI hardware and software solutions. Its GPU and related technologies provide powerful computing power for deep learning and neural networks, enabling complex AI models to run efficiently in industrial environments. NVIDIA's technology is helping companies achieve smarter automation processes and more efficient production management, accelerating the integration of AI and industrial automation.