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The Future of Visual Inspection Evolving with Robots and AI Technology

Advancements in Visual Inspection: The Synergy of AI and Robotics

As industries strive for efficiency and precision in production, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics has never been more crucial. KDDI Technology and NTN Corporation are set to unveil their cutting-edge solutions at the upcoming Smart Factory EXPO 2025, scheduled from September 17 to 19 in Makuhari Messe.

Collaboration for Innovation

KDDI Technology, led by President Kenjiro Mizoguchi, and NTN, headed by Executive President Eiichi Ukai, are collaborating to showcase an innovative demonstration at their booth. The event will mark the first public display of their joint project integrating KDDI's AI-driven defect inspection application, named MiraLens, with NTN's wrist joint module, i-WRIST. This partnership represents a significant step towards the future of visual inspection technology in manufacturing.

MiraLens leverages advanced AI technology to conduct defect inspections with unprecedented accuracy, utilizing only a handful of images to generate a reliable AI model. In conjunction, i-WRIST offers smooth, dexterous movements akin to the human wrist, allowing for efficient automation in inspection processes.

A Glimpse into the Future of Inspection

The combined capabilities of MiraLens and i-WRIST will allow attendees to experience what the future of visual inspection entails. This demo showcases how intelligent robotics, paired with sophisticated AI, can match the flexibility and precision of human inspectors. With applications that can adapt quickly during inspection processes, KDDI and NTN illustrate a vision of manufacturing where traditional barriers are eliminated.

Key Features of the Demonstration

- High-Speed Operation and Real-Time Judgement: The demo will highlight the swift positioning of the i-WRIST, combined with MiraLens's ability to provide real-time inspection decisions, significantly reducing inspection time on production lines.
- Flexible Inspection Close to Human Capability: The dexterity offered by i-WRIST allows for adjustments that mimic the human wrist, enabling the system to identify defects with a fine-tuned approach.
- Precise Repositioning and Minimal Image Requirements: By combining the high-repetition accuracy of i-WRIST with the innovative AI inspection model of MiraLens, achieving high-precision inspections across multiple points becomes feasible without extensive image datasets.
- User-Friendly Interface: The simple operation of the i-WRIST, devoid of complex programming languages, along with MiraLens's intuitive parameter adjustments, ensures quick integration into existing workflows.

Join Us at the Smart Factory EXPO 2025

The upcoming exhibition will serve as an essential platform for industry professionals to witness firsthand the capabilities of KDDI's MiraLens and NTN's i-WRIST. Not merely a showcase of technology, this event promises to immerse participants in an experience that illustrates the essence of next-generation inspection lines.

Event Details

- Exhibition Name: Smart Factory EXPO 2025 - Innovations in Manufacturing through IoT/AI/FA
- Date: September 17-19, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Venue: Makuhari Messe, International Exhibition Hall 1-3, Chiba, Japan
- Booth Number: 13-16
- Organizer: RX Japan Co., Ltd.

This exhibition is a must-attend for anyone looking to delve into the future of manufacturing technologies that harness AI and robotics.

For more information about attending or registering, please visit the official Smart Factory EXPO website.