Experts believe that society is currently experiencing a forth industrial revolution which is due to develop its full potential over the course of the next 30 years. New networking technology is seen to change current production processes in a large scale, as once the Spinning Jenny did by increasing spinners’ productivity in Britain at the… Continue reading Industrial Revolution 4.0: Connection of Industries and Software
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The Pros And Cons Of 3D Printing
At the moment, 3D printing is one of the fastest moving and, to my mind, most exciting technologies in existence. Its applications are almost limitless. At the moment it’s being used by businesses to rapidly prototype automotive parts, and by teenage girls to turn their jewellery designs into reality. Soon, it may become a part… Continue reading The Pros And Cons Of 3D Printing
Enhancing South Africa’s Export Fruit Industry By Means Of Technology
Although South Africa already has a vigorous export fruit market for its citrus and deciduous fruit, the local industry is confronted with some serious complications and solutions to these are essential if the industry is to survive. To begin with, the international fruit market is becoming more competitive and farmers are straining to yield the… Continue reading Enhancing South Africa’s Export Fruit Industry By Means Of Technology
The Future Of Farming
Farming is an industry that has remained basically unchanged for many, many years now. Sure, the introduction of mechanical tractors has improved productivity and reduced the amount of labour needed, but apart from that it has remained virtually untouched by technology. However, with the world’s population constantly increasing, and set to do so for many… Continue reading The Future Of Farming