Intelligent monitoring technology aims to make industry more efficient

Posted on 3 Dec 2014 by Jonny Williamson

Researchers at Nottingham Trent University have developed a new artificial intelligence system which reportedly detects problems with cutting tools on manufacturing lines with 100% accuracy.

Led by Professor Amin Al-Habaibeh of the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment, the study found that by combining infrared cameras and artificial neural networks it was possible to consistently detect when cutting tools were broken or missing. According to the University, the technology, which does not require any contact with the manufacturing…

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