National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) successfully hosted the 2026 Global Consortium for Innovation and Engineering in Medicine (GCIEM) Global Summit. This international academic exchange highlighted that the cross-disciplinary integration of medicine and engineering has entered a stage of systematic development. Dr. Albert C. Yang, Chairman of the Department of Medicine and Director of the Center for Digital Medicine and Smart Healthcare at NYCU, pointed out that Taiwan is progressively stepping outside traditional medical education frameworks to cultivate interdisciplinary talent bridging engineering and healthcare. The summit served as a crucial opportunity to showcase the results of these long-term investments to a global audience

The human hand is an engineering marvel. With up to 27 degrees of freedom, it can perform tasks ranging from heavy lifting to the delicate threading of a needle. Replicating this dexterity in a machine has long been considered the "Holy Grail" of robotics. 

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Montreal-based AON3D is setting a new standard through its mastery of high-performance materials and precision 3D printing technology.Co-founded in 2015 by Andrew Walker, Randeep Singh, and Kevin Han - who started the company in his family's basement - AON3D has evolved into a global leader in high-performance additive manufacturing.With an eye on the Taiwan market at COMPUTEX 2026, Han and his team are ready to bridge the gap between complex aerospace technology and the agile SME ecosystem.The Materials Engineer's VisionKevin Han's journey began at McGill University with a background in materials engineering. After operating as a service bureau, Han recognized a gap in the market for machines capable of handling specialized materials. Through multiple product iterations, AON3D today offers it's Hylo High-Temperature 3D Printer, along with Basis, it's advanced physics simulation software for additive manufacturing. Hylo and Basis: AI-Infused and Physics-BasedAON3D's product suite offers an AI-infused manufacturing solution that reduces the trial and error usually experienced in additive manufacturing processes. "What we do is actually model out at the physics level what's going to happen as you run the print job," says Han. "Our technology creates a digital twin of the print, meaning we can use simulation to identify process irregularities that lead to hidden defects, instead of in post-production."Within the Basis platform, simulated data and real data are also compared to offer automatic optimizations. The Power of "Open Materials"AON3D's primary competitive advantage is its "Open Materials" philosophy. Unlike competitors that "lock" users into proprietary, expensive filament spools - much like the cartridges on a paper-based printer - AON3D's platform is supply-agnostic. "We support the full gamut of industrial polymers, but many customers are most interested by high-performance varieties like PEEK, PEKK, and PEI (Ultem)," Han explains. "This includes their carbon and glass-fibre variants, where strength and lightweighting benefits most appeal to demanding industries like aerospace and defense." From NASA to the Factory FloorAON3D's credentials extend to outer space. The company has worked with the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) to print components for the International Space Station, and their parts were aboard the Artemis 1 mission.Closer to home, AON3D's solutions are used by customers like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrup Grumman, and more in aerospace, while also offering benefits to automotive, energy, and general manufacturing. One automotive customer saw full payback under 2 months for their first Hylo purchase, and is eagerly awaiting more. Leveraging Taiwan's EcosystemAt COMPUTEX 2026, AON3D aims to connect with Taiwan's semiconductor packaging and testing sectors. Beyond chips, they see massive potential in Taiwan's drone industry and medical prosthesis field. Hylo's ability to "light-weight" components makes it ideal for rapid drone iteration.  "We want to bring capabilities to a group that didn't have them before," Han concludes. AON3D isn't just selling a printer; they are offering a gateway to the next generation of industrial manufacturing.

Test Research, Inc. (TRI), the leading provider of Test and Inspection solutions for the electronics manufacturing industry, is proud to announce the launch of the TR7950Q SII Series. This highly modular platform is a dedicated solution for Back End Process and Advanced Packaging Inspection, ranging from patterning to wafer saw, and is engineered to set new benchmarks in wafer inspection and micro-measurement metrology.The AI-powered Wafer Metrology and Inspection Platform, TR7950Q SII, is built on a high-stability granite platform and the system supports 6" to 12" wafers. The platform features robust Automated Visual Inspection (AVI) for high-speed detection of surface defects, including particles, scratches, chipping, contamination, and foreign materials.The optional Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) module allows the system to penetrate silicon to detect hidden inner cracks and subsurface defects invisible to standard sensors. For high-detail requirements, the platform offers 0.5 µm or 1 µm high-resolution imaging via the 3D DFF (Depth from Focus) module.The TR7950Q SII provides high-precision metrology for wafer thickness, top-side warpage, and complex surface topography, alongside high-speed sensing for Through-Silicon Via (TSV) depth, trench dimensions, thin film, and Chiplet metrology. Please visit the link to learn more about the TR7950Q SII.Credit: TRI

Cincoze has unveiled its all-new CV-200 Series slim-bezel industrial displays. The CV-200 Series features a minimalist profile, a narrow bezel, and industrial-grade reliability for industrial panel PCs and industrial touch monitors. Specifically engineered for modern factory HMI and process visualization, they carefully balance the durability required for harsh environments with seamless equipment integration and intuitive operation. The modular design of the CV-200 Series offers screen sizes from 10 to 21.5 inches for over 40 possible configurations. The first release is the 21.5" Full HD models with almost ten configuration options for various application needs.Ultra-Slim Bezel, High Visibility, and an Intuitive User ExperienceThe CV-200 Series offers clear visuals and smooth operation, and integrates easily into production line equipment. Its slim, die-cast aluminum alloy frame has a bezel less than 3mm wide, increasing the display area without changing existing equipment setup. The Full HD screen and 178° wide viewing angle ensure clear and crisp readability from any position. Every model features a projective capacitive (P-Cap) touchscreen with an anti-glare (AG) coating for the clearest images, even in high-brightness indoor lighting conditions. Touch response is fast and precise, making daily HMI operation smoother and more natural.Rugged and Durable for Industrial and Humid EnvironmentsThe CV-200 Series is built to handle harsh, humid industrial environments. It has an IP66-rated front panel and Wet Tracking technology, so the touchscreen works reliably even with wet fingers or splashes of water. The backlight lasts up to 50,000 hours, and a 7H hardness Glass-Glass (GG) panel adds durability. The CV-200 Series meets the IEC 61000-6-4 industrial EMC standard, ensuring stable, long-term operation and giving operators total peace of mind.Flexible Modular DesignCincoze's exclusive Convertible Display System (CDS) technology lets you pair the CV-200 Series with embedded computer modules (P2000/P1000 Series) or monitor modules (M1000 Series). Customers can configure the system as either an industrial panel PC or an industrial touch monitor, depending on display size, computing performance, and functional requirements. This plug-and-play design simplifies deployment and maintenance. If repairs are needed, only a single module needs to be replaced, cutting downtime, lowering maintenance costs, and streamlining future upgrades.