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42 DESIGN007 MAGAZINE I NOVEMBER 2024 • Real-time defect detection: With UHDI- enabled cameras, defects in high-speed production lines can be detected instantly. e high-definition imagery allows for more precise automated visual inspection, even in complex manufacturing processes like semiconductor fabrication or pharma- ceuticals. Robotics and Automation • High-resolution vision for robotic systems: UHDI plays a critical role in enhancing robotic vision by delivering high-definition visual data to robots. is allows robots to perform highly complex tasks that require extreme precision, such as electronic component placement, weld- ing, or assembling small parts in automo- tive manufacturing. e higher resolution from UHDI gives robots the capability to work with greater accuracy and at higher speeds. • Collaborative robots (cobots): UHDI technologies enhance cobots by providing them with more detailed visual feedback. ese robots work alongside humans in tasks like product assembly or material handling. UHDI enables real-time visual monitoring and precise control, ensuring cobots operate safely and efficiently. Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) • Real-time 3D printing monitoring: UHDI technology allows for high-definition monitoring of 3D printing processes in real time. By streaming ultra high density video of the printing process, manufacturers can detect anomalies, errors, or defects as they occur, allowing immediate corrections and reducing waste. UHDI enables high-band- width connections to transfer large image and sensor data sets between printers and monitoring systems. • Post-print inspection: Aer parts are 3D printed, UHDI-enabled machine vision systems can provide high-resolution inspections to detect minute inconsisten- cies or flaws. is ensures that compo- nents meet tight tolerances and quality standards. Augmented Reality (AR) for Maintenance and Training • UHDI augmented reality for onsite assistance: UHDI allows for ultra-high- resolution AR overlays that assist techni- cians in performing maintenance, repairs, or assembly tasks in real time. ese AR systems provide high-definition guidance, such as interactive 3D models or schemat- ics, directly on the machine, making it eas- ier to follow complex instructions. UHDI interconnects ensure smooth data trans- mission between AR devices and backend systems, minimizing lag and improving the experience. • AR for remote assistance: Technicians working in remote or dangerous environ- ments can use UHDI-enabled AR headsets to communicate with experts who can guide them through complex procedures " ese robots work alongside humans in tasks like product assembly or material handling. "