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Discover Innovative Solutions by KDDI Technology at the Smart Factory Expo

KDDI Technology, based in Koto, Tokyo, is all set to showcase its latest advanced solutions at the "Smart Factory Expo" from September 9 to 11, 2026, held at Makuhari Messe. This event aims to address a wide array of challenges faced by the manufacturing sector, particularly in the realms of digital transformation (DX) and automation.

In recent years, the manufacturing industry has encountered pressing issues such as labor shortages, knowledge transfer among skilled workers, quality enhancement, and equipment maintenance efficiency. There’s a growing interest in utilizing on-site data effectively and promoting automation to facilitate the emergence of smart factories.

At the expo, KDDI Technology will demonstrate five groundbreaking solutions that leverage cutting-edge technologies such as AI, XR (extended reality), digital twins, and physical AI to tackle these challenges.

Event Details

• - Exhibition Name: 5th Smart Factory Expo Autumn] - AI & DX Production Efficiency Exhibition
• - Date: September 9 (Wednesday) - 11 (Friday), 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• - Venue: Makuhari Messe Hall 1-3
• - Booth Number: A14-51 (Exhibition Hall 3)
• - Official Website: [Smart Factory Expo

At this expo, attendees will have the opportunity to experience various solutions designed to enhance visibility on the shop floor, provide remote assistance, support operations, improve quality, and foster automation through live demonstrations. KDDI Technology invites all participants to visit their booth for an immersive experience.

Solutions on Display

1. MiraLens: AI-Powered Inspection Visualized

MiraLens is an AI-powered visual inspection solution that enhances the efficiency and sophistication of inspections through good product learning. By minimizing human involvement in inspection tasks, it significantly contributes to improving quality management within manufacturing environments. Visitors can engage with hands-on trials showcasing real inspection scenarios.

• - Key Features:

- Simple learning with only a few good product images (general guideline: approximately 5 images).
- Complete consolidation of learning, model creation, and operation in a single application.
- Intuitive UI allowing precision adjustments without the need for specialist technicians on-site.
- Realized ultra-fast processing through proprietary technology.
Learn more about MiraLens

2. DataMesh: Enhancing Operations through Digital Twins

DataMesh FactVerse is a pioneering digital twin platform that recreates factory and logistics warehouse environments in 3D, facilitating a variety of applications like training, process verification, and layout simulations. The platform allows for advanced operations by connecting real-time data, enabling visualization, analysis, anomaly detection, and predictive insights. Attendees can experience the product interface through monitors along with hands-on VR training sessions.

• - Key Features:

- No-code approach for anyone to easily utilize and construct digital twins.
- Ability to create 3D representations from photographs and scans, even without existing 3D data.
- Real-time data integration for comprehensive monitoring and simulations.
- AI-driven assistance in data analysis, anomaly detection, and comprehensive insights.
Learn more about DataMesh

3. VistaFinder Mx: Real-time Remote Work Support

Leveraging AR technology and smart glasses, VistaFinder Mx revolutionizes remote work support by seamlessly connecting on-site actions with remote expertise in real-time. This solution enables low-latency, high-quality video sharing, augmented withAR assistance for maintenance support, technical guidance, and workforce training. This results in improved skills transfer and overall operational quality. Attendees can experience the robust communication features via hands-on demonstrations of smart glasses and related devices.

• - Key Features:

- Ultra-low latency and high-definition video transmission (up to 4K).
- Intuitive AR-driven instructions.
- High-security standards with on-premises compatibility.
- Multi-device support across smartphones, tablets, PCs, and smart glasses.
Learn more about VistaFinder Mx

4. Smart AR Document: Hands-Free Procedure Support

This solution displays manuals and procedural documents in AR, aiding operators directly on the shop floor. It helps standardize work quality and reduce training time, significantly supporting on-site DX initiatives. Attendees can experience the easy-to-use combination of smartphones and AR glasses to access work instructions hands-free, effectively enhancing operational support.

• - Key Features:

- Controlled solely by head movements, allowing hands-free access to multiple pages.
- Compatible with various AR markers to adjust documents for diverse environments.

5. Physical AI Controller: Cost-effective Automation Solutions

Making its debut at this expo, the Physical AI technology development focuses on automation and labor-saving solutions for manufacturing sites. KDDI Technology will present a demonstration using a control software that combines industrial robots and cloud AI to execute instructions with no prior learning required (zero-shot). Parts of this innovative technique are currently under patent application.

• - Key Features:

- A new approach utilizing cloud AI model allows for operations without extensive prior learning data, reducing high equipment investment significantly.

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Company Overview

Company Name: KDDI Technology Inc.
Headquarters: 5-5-13 Toyosu Urban Point, Koto, Tokyo
Founded: August 3, 1988
Capital: 494 million yen (100% invested by KDDI Corporation)
Employee Count: 209 (as of April 1, 2026)
Business Focus: KDDI Technology continues to create new values by providing advanced technology solutions based on high technical capabilities developed within the KDDI Group. Services include XR and smart drone system development, mobile app development, quality assessments of KDDI products and services, and a growing focus on AI solutions.
Revenue: 10.832 billion yen (FY ended March 2026)
Website: KDDI Technology