Robotics Track
Tutorial 1: Getting Started with Robotics
Bob Rochelle, Kawasaki Robotics
You値l learn the basics of how robots work, which tasks they are best and least suited for, what you must consider when evaluating potential robot applications, how to evaluate robotic equipment and suppliers, how to effectively budget for robot applications, and how to avoid failure. This is a great training course for anyone seeking tips on how to successfully apply robots at their company.

Machine Vision Track
Tutorial 2: Getting Started with Machine Vision 
Perry West, Automated Vision Systems
You値l learn all the basics, including how images are captured and transferred to the computer, the principles of lighting, and the common processing algorithms used by machine vision systems. Discover how to successfully implement machine vision and how to avoid common pitfalls during the implementation, launch and production phases. This is an ideal training course for people new to machine vision as well as a great refresher course for anyone with machine vision responsibilities.

1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Robotics Track
Tutorial 3: Successfully Implementing Robotic Solutions
John Burg, Ellison Technologies Automation
If you are seriously considering robotic automation in your facility you have a fundamental decision to make. Are you going to work with a robotic integrator or fly solo? This session will explore some of the pros and cons of both tracks and discuss how to make your robot installation a success.

Machine Vision Track
Tutorial 4: Beginning Lighting & Optics for Machine Vision
Daryl Martin, Advanced illumination and Stuart Singer, Schneider Optics
This course focuses on lighting geometry and the basics of illumination optics. Learn how and where light fits into the energy spectrum, review components of the machine vision front end to understand how they impact the images acquired by the system, and learn how to define the fundamental parameters of optical layout. Get a real world understanding of how to determine what type of lens or lenses are required for your needs.

5:00 p.m.
A Taste of Rosemont 
A party for all conference attendees, speakers, and exhibitors.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Machine Vision Track
Tutorial 5: Advanced Lighting & Optics for Machine Vision
Jonathan Ludlow, Microscan and Greg Hollows, Edmund Optics
Designed for the engineering professional, this course concentrates on real world techniques for putting together illumination and optic systems that work. You値l learn how to select proper illumination wavelength and how to deal with complex part surface geometries. Other topics will include lens/component selection, optomechanical layout, including system bends, illumination integration, controlling back reflections and mounting techniques. Prior attendance at a Beginning Lighting & Optics for Machine Vision is encouraged, but not required.

Robots, Vision & Motion Control Track
Session 1: Cost Justifying Automation in a Lean Manufacturing World
Discover how these automation technologies fit into lean manufacturing processes for companies of all sizes. Session ends at 10 a.m.
Speakers:
Joe Campbell, ABB Robotics
David Snell, LMI
Jordan Merhib, Applied Manufacturing
Mark Meske, Ellison Technologies Automation

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Robots, Vision & Motion Control Track
Session 2: Robots & Vision in a Green Manufacturing World
Discover how these automation technologies can be used to manufacture solar cells, wind turbines, fuel cells and other green technologies.
Speakers:
John Dulchinos, Adept Technology
Ray Puffer, Rennsalaer Polytechnic Institute
Jan Nielsson, ABB Robotics
Ed McGovern, PIAB

Motion Control Track
Session 3: Motor Technology Advances
This session will concentrate on motors used in motion control applications. You値l learn the technology of motors used in a wide range of automation machinery and process control applications. Advantages and features will aid you in selecting the proper technology for your motion control needs.
Speakers:
Nick Johnatgen & Craig Ludwick, Oriental Motor
Fred Zahradnik, Phase USA
Tim Ren, Shanghai Moons
Peter Van Beek & Biren Patel, Maxon Precision Motors

3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Robotics Track
Session 4: Successful Applications of Robotics: Case Studies from Leading System Integrators
Leading integrators share case histories from a wide variety of industries. You値l gain new insights and strategies on how to implement your own systems.
Speakers:
Dave Fox, CIM Robotics
Clay Cooper, Applied Robotics
David Siedal, Lockheed Martin
Charles Young, Acme Manufacturing

Motion Control Track
Session 5: Drive Technology Advances
Advances in drive technology allow medical devices to become increasing smaller, as well as extremely accurate and highly efficient. Learn of specific advances in precision drive technology and how that technology is opening up new opportunities in the medical robotics market. Examples of innovative surgical, educational and rehabilitation robotics applications where high precision microdrives provide reliable solutions are discussed.
Speakers:
Ariesta Wibisono, Danaher Motion
Robert Kay, Elite Engineering
Peter Van Beek, Maxon Precision Motors
Mike LeBlanc, MicroMo Electronics

Machine Vision Track
Tutorial 6: Specifying & Integrating Machine Vision Solutions for Automation Applications
David Dechow, Aptura Machine Vision Solutions
Learn how to apply machine vision technology in real world applications. This tutorial discusses application analysis, project specification, integration, and implementation of components for automated inspection tasks spanning a variety of industrial projects. Targeted for attendees with a basic understanding of machine vision, optics, and lighting, the tutorial will be especially valuable for people seeking a deeper insight into machine vision systems integration.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. 
Keynote Presentation: The Opportunities for Robotics in the Military
Mrs. Ellen M. Purdy
Enterprise Director, Joint Ground Robotics, Office of Under Secretary for Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics
Learn about the near term technology developments being pursued to address Warfighter requirements. In particular Mrs. Purdy will address convoy operations, route clearance, and countermine operations.

10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Machine Vision & Robotics Track
Session 6: Advances in Vision Guided Robots 
Vision guidance is becoming more and more common in robot applications. This session explores the latest advances and provides tools for assessing the payback associated with investments in vision guided robotic applications.
Speakers:
Steven West, ABB Robotics
Todd Hendricks, Pioneer Industrial Systems
Adil Shafi, Advenovation Inc.
Steve Prehn, FANUC Robotics America

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 pm

Motion Control Track
Session 7: Motion Control Communications
This session will concentrate on the latest motion control communication systems and how they are better suited for control in today's environment. You will learn about communications systems and their features so you have the tools to make intelligent choices for your automation requirements.
Speakers:
Bill Lydon, PLCOpen North America
Zuri Evans, Siemens
Roundtable Discussion with Panel of Industry Leaders including John Mazurkiewicz (Baldor), Bill Allai (National Instruments), Andy Urda (Fuji Electric) and others  

Robotics Track
Session 8: The Latest Advances in Service Robotics
Experts from around the world will discuss the latest advances in robots that can be used for security, elder care, home use, and a wide range of applications outside the factory.
Speakers:
Yasuhiro Ota - Toyota Partner Robots
Tom Benson - The Readybot
Tony Diodato - Mobile Robots
Hod Lipson - Bioinspired Robotics

3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Machine Vision Track
Session 9: Successful Machine Vision Applications
Leading systems integrators present case studies of successful applications. This is a great opportunity to discover practical, real-world applications that can be useful for your company.
Speakers:
Michael Sirizzotti, Vista Solutions
David Dechow, aptura Machine Vision Solutions
Jim O'Reilly, MCS Vision
Michael Muldoon, Averna Vision & Robotics

Motion Control Track
Session 10: Safety Issues in Motion Control
Learn about important standards and technology advances that impact the safeguarding methods of your applications... Among the featured topics is drive integrated safety which has received wide acceptance in Europe and is now rapidly expanding in the United States.
Speakers:
Craig Nelson, Siemens
Dan Jones, Incremotion Associates

Thursday, June 11, 2009

8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Robotics Track
Tutorial 7: Robotics Risk Assessment
Jeff Fryman, RIA
Learn the methodologies involved in successfully conducting a risk assessment based on the ANSI/RIA R1506 National Robot Safety Standard. 

Machine Vision Track
Session 11: New Advances in 3D Machine Vision
Advances in 3D make this technology better suited to more applications than ever before. Come learn how 3D can benefit your company.
Speakers:
Kevin Taylor, ISRA Vision
Robert Berry, QMC and Walt Patorius, LMI
Jens Klattenhoff, Baumer  
K.J. Fredriksson, SICK

10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Robotics Track
Session 12: Advances in Robotics Accessory Technology
The robot arm is only part of your robotic solution. End of arm tooling, industrial fieldbus systems, simulation and software are among the issues critical to the success of your robotic system. 
Speakers:
Dan Peretz, IPR Automation
Bill Pabst, Schmalz
Michael Coyle, ATI
Bethany Duncan, ATI

Machine Vision Track
Session 13: Using Machine Vision for Traceability & Error Proofing
Learn about traceability and error proofing from industry experts. You値l explore technology trends and examine actual examples from various industries that can help you identify and correct inefficiencies in your manufacturing process and supply chain.
Speakers:
Jamie Pearce, Cognex
Ganesh Devaraj, Soliton Technologies
John Agapakis, Microscan

Agenda subject to change. Agenda last updated Tuesday, May 27, 2009.