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Monport MEGAS Demonstrates How Intelligent Precision Is Redefining Desktop CO2 Laser Engraving

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NEW YORK, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As laser engraving continues to expand across manufacturing, customization, education, and small business production, demand is growing for compact systems that deliver both precision and productivity. Today’s users expect more than entry-level engraving capabilities—they need intelligent workflows, consistent performance, and professional-quality results from a desktop CO2 laser.

To address these evolving needs, Monport is highlighting the Monport MEGAS, the latest addition to its Mega Series. Designed as a production-ready 70W laser engraver, the desktop CO2 laser machine combines enhanced optical precision, AI-assisted workflow tools, and advanced software integration to help businesses, makers, and educators streamline production while achieving high-quality engraving and cutting results.

A 70W Laser Engraver Built for Precision and Productivity

As production demands increase, desktop laser machine users are handling a wider range of applications, from personalized gifts and branded merchandise to signage, prototypes, classroom projects, and short-run manufacturing. These applications require equipment capable of maintaining engraving quality while supporting higher production volumes.

The Monport MEGAS addresses these needs with 70 watts of laser power and an intelligent workflow designed for daily production. Unlike conventional hobby-oriented systems, this 70W laser engraver is engineered to balance precision with throughput, allowing users to move efficiently from design to finished product.

The system also offers one of the strongest value propositions in its category. Compared with desktop laser machines featuring similar specifications and performance, the Monport MEGAS includes many professional capabilities as standard, including an integrated camera, autofocus, AI-assisted image and text processing, batch engraving, and intuitive operating software. By reducing the need for additional upgrades or third-party accessories, the machine provides businesses with a comprehensive solution from day one.

Desktop CO2 Laser Machine Delivers Exceptional Engraving Precision

Precision is essential for applications such as detailed graphics, fine text, intricate logos, and photo engraving. To help users achieve cleaner and more consistent results, the Monport MEGAS features an upgraded optical system capable of producing an ultra-fine laser spot size of 0.05–0.08 mm.

According to Monport R&D laboratory measurements conducted in June 2026, the upgraded optical design produces a finer laser spot than the beam sizes commonly found on many conventional desktop CO2 laser systems, enabling greater engraving detail while maintaining the full working area.

Monport’s laboratory evaluation also demonstrated improved engraving contrast on wood and clearer definition in small text and detailed artwork under comparable processing conditions. The company attributes these results to the upgraded optical path, which incorporates a beam expander that reduces beam divergence before the laser reaches the focusing lens. This hardware-based approach helps achieve a finer focal point without reducing the machine’s working area or affecting autofocus performance.

Performance data is based on Monport R&D laboratory testing conducted in June 2026. Spot size measurements and engraving results may vary depending on material type, focal distance, lens configuration, artwork, and processing parameters.

70W Laser Engraver Supports Daily Production Workflows

Beyond engraving quality, productivity plays an equally important role in business success. The Monport MEGAS is designed to simplify repetitive production tasks while helping operators maximize efficiency throughout the workday.

Its integrated visual canvas allows users to preview material placement before engraving begins, reducing alignment errors and minimizing material waste. Batch engraving capabilities further streamline production by automatically processing multiple items in a single workflow, making it easier to fulfill personalized orders or recurring production jobs.

The 70W laser engraver also supports conveyor belt operation, extending its capabilities beyond individual workpieces and enabling continuous processing for longer materials or higher-volume production environments.

Together, these production-oriented features allow businesses to spend less time on setup and more time creating finished products, helping improve throughput without compromising engraving quality.

Desktop CO2 Laser Machine Simplifies Workflow With Intelligent Features

Modern laser users increasingly expect software and hardware to work together seamlessly. To support this expectation, the Monport MEGAS integrates intelligent features that simplify project preparation while improving engraving consistency.

The desktop CO2 laser machine includes autofocus, allowing users to quickly achieve optimal focal distance without manual adjustment. An integrated camera assists with material positioning and design alignment, making it easier to place graphics accurately while reducing setup time.

AI-assisted image and text processing further streamline the creative workflow by helping users prepare artwork more efficiently. Combined with intuitive operating software, these intelligent features reduce the learning curve for beginners while providing experienced users with tools that accelerate everyday production.

By automating routine tasks, the Monport MEGAS enables operators to focus more on creativity, customization, and production quality rather than repetitive machine setup.

Advanced LightBurn Integration Enhances the 70W Laser Engraver Experience

LightBurn software has become one of the industry’s preferred software platforms for laser engraving, and compatibility remains an important consideration for many professionals when selecting equipment.

The Monport MEGAS supports advanced LightBurn functionality beyond standard file preparation. Users can access autofocus controls, wireless connectivity, and the machine’s wireless camera directly within the LightBurn environment, creating a more streamlined production workflow without unnecessary cable management or software switching.

This deeper integration allows users to manage design preparation, positioning, and machine operation from a familiar interface, improving workflow efficiency for both experienced laser professionals and those expanding into commercial production.

Delivering More Value Than Comparable Desktop CO2 Laser Machines

As businesses evaluate new equipment, they increasingly look beyond power ratings to determine overall value. Productivity features, software integration, ease of use, and long-term workflow efficiency have become equally important purchasing considerations.

The Monport MEGAS distinguishes itself by combining advanced optical precision with production-ready hardware and intelligent automation in a single desktop CO2 laser machine. Features that are often optional or unavailable on comparable desktop systems—including autofocus, integrated camera functionality, AI-assisted processing, batch engraving, wireless LightBurn integration, and conveyor-ready operation—are built into the platform to support professional users from the start.

This combination enables businesses to expand production capabilities without sacrificing engraving quality or investing in multiple add-ons, making the Monport MEGAS a practical solution for growing workshops, educators, entrepreneurs, and custom product manufacturers.

“Precision is no longer the only measure of a professional laser system,” Monport CEO said. “Today’s users also need intelligent software, efficient workflows, and production-ready capabilities that help them complete more work with greater consistency. The Monport MEGAS was designed to bring those elements together in a compact desktop platform.”

As laser technology continues to evolve, intelligent automation and workflow integration are becoming key differentiators in the desktop market. With its combination of professional engraving precision, production-focused features, and advanced software connectivity, the Monport MEGAS demonstrates how a modern 70W laser engraver can help redefine what users expect from a desktop CO2 laser machine.

The Monport MEGAS 70W laser engraver is now available for customers worldwide through the official Monport website.

About Monport

Monport develops innovative laser engraving and cutting solutions for makers, educators, entrepreneurs, and manufacturing professionals. Its portfolio of CO2 and fiber laser systems combines precision engineering, intelligent software integration, and production-focused features to help users create high-quality products while improving workflow efficiency across a wide range of applications.

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Monport Laser

Email: official@monportlaser.com 

Website: https://monportlaser.com

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Joyson Electronics Unveils Embodied AI Core Component Portfolio, Including Dexterous Robotic Hand and Solid-Liquid Hybrid Battery, at WAIC 2026

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SHANGHAI, July 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Joyson Electronics (600699.SH/0699.HK) announced at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) a suite of robotic component solutions, including a dexterous robotic hand, solid-liquid hybrid battery, third-generation AI head assembly, electronic skin, and an embodied AI brain – alongside its latest achievements in industrial settings training and application. In addition, the company’s robot controller products are already in volume production and being delivered to leading robotics firms.

Dexterous Robotic Hand Integrates Multiple Industry-Exclusive Technologies; AI Head Assembly Ready for Rapid Mass Production

The dexterous robotic hand is often regarded as the “crown jewel” of robotics – owing to its high level of integration across a broad range of frontier disciplines, among them bionics, flexible sensing, MEMS, and advanced materials – and its significant commercial value.

At WAIC, Joyson Electronics introduced its first fully in-house developed “TeleHand” series of dexterous hand solutions. The TeleHand Professional Edition features an industry-exclusive “in-palm integration + hybrid actuation” architecture, directly addressing key challenges such as standalone integrity, tactile sensing, compliant manipulation, and fine motion control.

With 20 degrees of freedom, the TeleHand integrates three actuation modes – direct drive, tendon-driven, and linkage – within the palm. This design not only combines the precision of direct drive with the compliance of tendon-driven mechanisms, but also delivers higher transmission efficiency and lighter weight, enabling easy adaptation to various robotic platforms.

The TeleHand is equipped with Joyson Electronics’ in-house developed actuators and force-tactile sensing technologies, including:

Ultra-compact, high-torque-density miniature frameless actuators, which reduce volume by nearly 50% and weight by approximately 30% compared to conventional models, while delivering 2–3 times higher torque density than industry-standard hollow-cup motors of the same diameter.In-house developed force and tactile sensing technology (electronic skin), featuring industry-exclusive natively decoupled three-dimensional force sensing, achieving resolution beyond human tactile limits, with high sensitivity, proximity detection, ultra-thin form factor, and flexibility – suitable for diverse dexterous hand and embodied intelligence applications.

The TeleHand PHINO platform’s native unified multimodal fusion architecture minimizes information loss and offers strong generalization capabilities, enabling the TeleHand to perform precision industrial operations while seamlessly supporting service-oriented interactive scenarios. In addition to the Professional Edition, Joyson Electronics also launched a cost-effective Basic Edition, which offers industrial-grade reliability and real-world deployment advantages through in-house factory batch deployment.

Meanwhile, Joyson Electronics unveiled its third-generation AI head assembly, which integrates perception, motion, and system-level capabilities to deliver more natural head movements and emotional expression. Designed with a production-ready mechatronic architecture, it enables rapid support from concept design and prototype validation to mass production. Its modular and platform-based design further allows for agile product customization and iteration to meet diverse customer requirements.

Joyson Electronics Debuts Embodied AI Brain; Controllers Already Shipping to Leading Customers

In the robotics “brain” domain (cerebrum and cerebellum), Joyson Electronics’ automotive-grade edge-side physical AI platform – its robot controller products – has already achieved commercial deployment and is now in volume production for leading robotics customers.

Furthermore, Joyson Electronics unveiled its embodied AI brain solution (EAOS + EAPC) – a unified, software-hardware-integrated platform designed for cross-form-factor and cross-scenario adaptability. The solution aims to make robots “easier to use, truly productive, and capable of autonomous evolution.”

The Embodied AI PC (EAPC) adopts an external form-factor design, built on a fused cerebrum-cerebellum controller architecture, with computing power ranging from 40 TOPS to 2070 TFLOPS, meeting diverse requirements from entry-level to flagship embodied AI systems. The product features a modular, integrated design with a compact footprint and superior thermal efficiency, enabling cross-platform and cross-environment adaptability. Leveraging Joyson Electronics’ automotive supply chain and manufacturing capabilities, the solution also offers significant cost competitiveness.

On the software side, the Embodied AI Operating System (EAOS) comprises three core subsystems:

World Model – responsible for “understanding”, encoding multimodal signals into unified state representations and using dynamic predictors to simulate and preview scenarios within the system.Agentic OS – responsible for “action”, formulating high-level strategies, decomposing complex tasks, dynamically orchestrating sub-agents, invoking skill libraries and tools, and translating decisions into precise motions across dexterous hands, robotic arms, and mobile chassis.Memory System – responsible for “evolution,” managing working memory for real-time context, episodic memory for past experiences, and skill memory for accumulated learned capabilities.

The EAOS enables robots to execute long-horizon, complex tasks and achieve autonomous evolution – translating into tangible productivity gains. To date, Joyson Electronics’ embodied AI brain has been deployed in real-world settings, including select industrial scenarios and automated charging.

Solid-Liquid Hybrid Battery: The Optimal Power Solution for Embodied Intelligence

Conventional energy solutions for embodied intelligence face multiple challenges – limited endurance, large footprint, long recharging times, and insufficient power capacity to support instantaneous high-current discharge. Battery safety also remains a critical factor for widespread adoption. The industry requires a fundamental breakthrough that simultaneously balances energy density, power density, and safety.

Solid-liquid hybrid batteries (semi-solid-state batteries) offer the optimal power solution for embodied intelligence and represent the only technological pathway capable of addressing all the above energy challenges at the current stage. At WAIC, Joyson Electronics introduced its “Crystal Energy” multi-form solid-liquid hybrid battery solution, delivering high performance and reliability:

Energy density significantly increased to 380 Wh/kgOverall endurance improved by approximately 60%Cycle life exceeding 2,000 cyclesWide operating temperature range from -20°C to 60°CSupports both wired and wireless charging, reaching 80% capacity in just 30 minutes

Complementing this is the Crystal Energy Ultra-Control BMS, which operates across a wide temperature range of -40°C to 105°C, featuring real-time cell monitoring, automotive-grade safety protection, and full-lifecycle health management – comprehensively enhancing the safety, durability, and energy efficiency of robotic power systems. Additionally, Joyson Electronics unveiled its first gallium nitride (GaN) motor driver, achieving conversion efficiency exceeding 95% while reducing size by 40% – positioning it at the forefront of the industry.

With robotics standing on the cusp of large-scale commercialization, Joyson Electronics is advancing its “self-development + investment” dual-drive strategy, expanding its presence in embodied intelligence, and accelerating breakthroughs in key technologies. Looking ahead, Joyson Electronics will leverage its global R&D, manufacturing capabilities, and industrial settings to drive the reliable, scalable, and cost-effective commercialization of robotic core components, helping accelerate the industry’s transition to mass adoption.

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With the Launch of Next-Gen Vehicle Reports, Zoooom Breaks the Car History Monopoly and Stops the $40+ Consumer ‘Rip-Off’

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The first platform to pair deep vehicle history with real-time visual AI diagnostics for private-party sales—at a market-disrupting price.

CYPRESS, Calif., July 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zoooom, the pioneering peer-to-peer automotive technology platform, today announced the launch of Zoooom Car Reports, a direct, unprecedented reckoning for the legacy vehicle history monopoly. By offering the exact same volume of core historical and technical data as major traditional players — but adding real-time AI assessments and localized transactional intelligence — Zoooom is completely transforming the impact of car reports and dismantling its bloated pricing structure.

Zoooom Car Reports breaks the vehicle-history monopoly: same data, AI diagnostics, and a market-disrupting price.

For decades, a single vehicle history report could cost $40+. Because all major players rely on the exact same underlying datasets, Zoooom views this legacy pricing model as an outright consumer rip-off. Zoooom’s new initiative is rooted in its vision of democratizing automotive data and unlocking total transparency for everyday consumers.

Dismantling the Paywall: The Most Aggressive Pricing in Automotive Tech

To accelerate market adoption and empower consumers to gain confidence when transacting in the peer-to-peer marketplace, Zoooom is introducing a highly disruptive pricing structure:

Always Free for Your Own Vehicle: Any car registered in a user’s Zoooom Digital Garage receives full history reports completely free, without conditions. Zoooom is built on the core promise that no one should ever have to pay to access the data they already rightfully own.

The Summer Launch Offer: From now until August 31, 2026, users can run up to three comprehensive vehicle reports completely free of charge (see website for full conditions).

Zoooom Price Advantage: Starting September 1st, Zoooom will transition to a permanent, highly aggressive price positioning. While specific commercial tiers remain under wraps to protect Zoooom’s market edge, the post-summer pricing will permanently slash traditional industry rates, undercutting even basic budget data aggregators while delivering significantly higher technical value.

Zoooom Marketplace Plus Benefit: In a continuous commitment for service excellence, any buyer who runs a paid Zoooom report on a vehicle not saved in a Zoooom Digital Garage will receive a 100% refund on that report if they complete their transaction on the Zoooom marketplace using Stripe.

Zoooom Car Reports Goes Beyond with Advanced Features and a Unique Set of Data

While legacy reports rely entirely on lagging administrative logs, police reports, or DMV registrations, the Zoooom Car Report introduces a suite of modern, highly actionable features guiding potential buyers to make the right decision:

The “AI Walkaround” Integration: Users conduct a 60-second guided visual video scan of the car. Zoooom’s proprietary AI immediately analyzes the footage to capture real-time cosmetic wear (such as body scratches or interior cabin condition) and actively verifies instrument clusters to ensure no warning lights are illuminated, significantly enriching the depth of the historical report.

Actionable “What to Do Next” Framework: Instead of burying critical information in dense walls of text, Zoooom filters vehicle data into an immediate, prioritized checklist, explicitly flagging overdue services or open safety recalls.

NHTSA Owner Complaints Context: Zoooom cross-references the specific vehicle make and model year with broader consumer databases. By flagging recurring, owner-reported mechanical and electrical vulnerabilities, Zoooom arms buyers with critical preventative knowledge before they buy that is simply not mentioned in any other reports.

Localized Transaction & Tax Guidance: Unlike standard reports, Zoooom customizes the output based on the vehicle’s exact jurisdictional location, explicitly calculating estimated state sales taxes and outlining regional title notarization or transfer laws.

Integrated Pricing Guide: Estimated Private Party, Trade-in, and Dealer values are embedded directly into the history timeline, eliminating the need to cross-reference third-party valuation sites.

A Message from Leadership

“Zoooom continues to build unique capabilities that are fundamentally transforming the peer-to-peer car marketplace,” said Sheng Wang, CEO and Co-Founder of Zoooom. “With the launch of Zoooom Car Reports, Zoooom once again establishes itself as an indispensable player in the industry, leveraging data to create advanced, customer-centric AI features. By removing the friction of legacy systems and connecting buyers and sellers the way consumers expect, we are eliminating both the ‘trust deficit’ and the unnecessary middleman markups that have plagued this industry for too many years.”

“Charging consumers exorbitant prices for simple database queries is an outdated practice,” added Christophe G., Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Zoooom. “With Zoooom Car Reports, we are delivering a superior level of value for our customers and an unmatched product for a fraction of the cost. The Summer Launch Offer provides a unique opportunity for car sellers and buyers to engage with our brand and discover the most advanced peer-to-peer car marketplace in America. There has never been a better time to join the Zoooom community and benefit from our exclusive ecosystem.”

About Zoooom

Zoooom is an innovative automotive technology platform dedicated to bringing transparency, simplicity, and intelligence to the entire car ownership lifecycle. Leveraging proprietary technology, Zoooom develops user-centric solutions that break down traditional industry friction, creating a streamlined, cost-effective, and enjoyable experience for car owners, buyers, and sellers. Learn more at zoooom.me.

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Community Healthcare Trust Announces Second Quarter Earnings Release Date And Conference Call

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FRANKLIN, Tenn., July 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated (NYSE: CHCT) today announced that on Tuesday evening, August 4, 2026, after the market closes, it will report results for the second quarter of 2026. 

On August 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time, Community Healthcare Trust will hold a conference call to discuss earnings results, quarterly activities, general operations of the Company and industry trends. Simultaneously, a webcast of the conference call will be available to interested parties via an Internet link at www.chct.reit under the Investor Relations section. A webcast replay will be available following the call at the same Internet site address.

Conference Call Details

Domestic Dial-In Number: 1-888-347-1332

International Dial-In Number: 1-412-902-4278

Canada Toll Free: 1-855-669-9657

Replay Conference Call Details

Domestic & Canada Replay Number: 1-855-669-9658

International Replay Number: 1-412-317-0088

Conference ID: 9422138

About Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated

Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated (the “Company”) is a real estate investment trust that focuses on owning income-producing real estate properties associated primarily with the delivery of outpatient healthcare services in our target sub-markets throughout the United States. As of March 31, 2026, the Company had investments of approximately $1.2 billion in 198 real estate properties (including one property with sales-type leases). The properties are located in 36 states, totaling approximately 4.5 million square feet in the aggregate.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

In addition to the historical information contained within, the matters discussed in this press release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are generally identifiable by use of forward-looking terminology such as “believes”, “expects”, “may”, “will,” “should”, “seeks”, “approximately”, “intends”, “plans”, “estimates”, “anticipates” or other similar words or expressions, including the negative thereof. Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and can include future expectations, future plans and strategies, financial and operating projections or other forward-looking information. Such forward-looking statements reflect management’s current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management. Because forward-looking statements relate to future events, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of the control of Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated (the “Company”). Thus, the Company’s actual results and financial condition may differ materially from those indicated in such forward-looking statements. Some factors that might cause such a difference include the following: general volatility of the capital markets and the market price of the Company’s common stock, changes in the Company’s business strategy, availability, terms and deployment of capital, changes in the real estate industry in general, interest rates or the general economy, adverse developments related to the healthcare industry, changes in governmental regulations, the degree and nature of the Company’s competition, the ability to consummate acquisitions under contract, catastrophic or extreme weather and other natural events and the physical effects of climate change, the occurrence of cyber incidents, effects on global and national markets as well as businesses resulting from increased inflation, changes in interest rates, supply chain disruptions, labor conditions, prolonged government shutdown or budgetary reductions or impasses, tariffs and global trade tensions, and/or international conflicts, and the other factors described in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and the Company’s other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. Readers are therefore cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements contained herein which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company intends these forward-looking statements to speak only as of the time of this press release and undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments, or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

CONTACT: Bill Monroe, 615-771-3052

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