According to a press release, the acquisition allows for Rubico’s expertise to integrate and power new technology in more areas, such as bearings with fiber-optic sensors and analytics capabilities. The firm specializes in visualization and analysis of signal data, SKF reports.
 
“Rubico’s expertise in signal processing enhances our existing technology base, spanning from traditional Internet of Things (IoT) hardware to the latest in edge computing. The patented edge algorithm developed by Rubico simplifies and automates analysis of machine data and is an enabler for wireless, energy-efficient systems,” said Victoria Van Camp, president of SKF. “We look forward to engaging the Rubico team in the development of SKF’s proprietary fiber optic-based load sensing, a technology already being piloted in the north of Sweden.”