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AI in robotics: IFR outlines the next stage of development

AI in robotics is on the verge of transitioning from research to widespread practical use. A new IFR position paper highlights market potentials, key industries, and technological milestones.

Stefan Weinzierl

“The CRA brings the necessary regulatory pressure”

The cyber resilience act (CRA) is fundamentally changing industrial automation. HMS expert Thierry Bieber explains why secure communication is now mandatory, where SMEs are struggling - and how manufacturers can make their products fit for the CRA era.

Philip Bittermann

Mechanical engineering: Is humanoid robotics on the verge of a breakthrough?

Humanoid robots are on the brink of gaining a foothold in the industry. Yet, Germany is at risk of falling behind - despite strong research and technical excellence.

Open platforms strengthen mechanical engineering

How can mechanical engineering be future-proofed? At the Packaging Machinery Conference 2025, Steffen Winkler, CSO Business Unit Automation at Bosch Rexroth, and Ingo Hamel, CTO Rovema, provided exciting insights: They demonstrated how automation and modern control architectures help companies respond flexibly, efficiently, and sustainably to changes.