Hannover Messe will spotlight the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing at this year's event. Along with the subject of process optimization, exhibitors will focus on the role of AI in simulation, testing and product development. Generative AI is also making inroads into industry, which is why the upcoming tradeshow will offer guided tours, a dedicated discussion format and company exhibits featuring AI tools and use cases from robotics to production cells.
Today, prototypes can often be quickly developed, but the challenge in industrial AI projects usually lies in integrating the application into a plant, cell, conveyor system or production line. Hannover Messe 2023 thus plans to present the ideal networking hub where AI developers and software engineers can get together with users to jointly develop industrial-grade AI products or processes.
On the second day of the show, the Monolith AI firm will present its solution for simulation in mechanical engineering as part of the Industrial AI event on the Industrial Transformation Stage in Hall 3. Monolith AI’s simulations develop a model allowing the creators rely on real-time data. This means mechanical engineering could save on numerous testing procedures. In addition, AI makes suggestions to developers about their products, based on the real-time data. At the same event, machine manufacturer Hawe Hydraulik will report on how it is using reinforcement learning and implementing the technology in its processes.
Generative AI, for example in the form of the DALL-E tool, will also change the face of industrial product development, with the designer receiving support from an intelligent agent. Festo, the exhibiting company, has been working in the area of reinforcement learning for manufacturing processes for several years. The next step involves the use of generative algorithms for product development. OpenAI recently published 3D models for DALL-E. The challenge in the industry, apart from the 3D challenge, is that the products must also be moveable. In addition to Festo, which is also bringing its new cobot, Autodesk is also addressing this issue.
The challenge of integrating machine learning into processes is also being addressed by process control suppliers. Siemens is focusing on providing Machine Learning Ops, in which engineers provide reliable machine learning models for efficient production and continually maintain them. Siemens will also be providing an insight into an AI project at a customer’s site at the Industrial AI event on the second day of the fair.
In addition, visitors will find AI tools and use cases to draw inspiration on the tradeshow floor. Omron will present a Cell-Line Control System, while Beckhoff will showcase vision solutions and Dürr will feature its DXQanalyze product family.
