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Using advanced sensing technology, robotic skin allows grippers and manipulators to “feel” and handle objects without…

Using advanced sensing technology, robotic skin allows grippers and manipulators to “feel” and handle objects without damaging them. While emulating human touch is still in its infancy, it does show promise for future applications.

Today is November 8th, National STEM/STEAM Day, and we wanted to take a moment to recognize those working hard to advance…

Today is November 8th, National STEM/STEAM Day, and we wanted to take a moment to recognize those working hard to advance these learning objectives and share a few ways you can get involved!

Functional safety is the safety of a system and is critical for industries such as medical devices, automotive, railways,…

Functional safety is the safety of a system and is critical for industries such as medical devices, automotive, railways, and machinery. This article will focus on functional safety for machinery and the standards that help its implementation.

Take a look at new research looking to reduce food packaging waste, speed up micro printing processes, and…

Take a look at new research looking to reduce food packaging waste, speed up micro printing processes, and improve printing capabilities on large objects, including rockets, using 3D printing.

The new OPEXplus digital torque wrench from Bosch Rexroth uses a combination of digital communication features and robust…

The new OPEXplus digital torque wrench from Bosch Rexroth uses a combination of digital communication features and robust physical components to tackle a variety of industrial applications.

AMP Robotics is developing a first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence-based automation solution for identifying and…

AMP Robotics is developing a first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence-based automation solution for identifying and processing film and flexible packaging in material recovery facilities.

Servers are vital to the flow of information in and around organizations, acting as a hub for information transfer and…

Servers are vital to the flow of information in and around organizations, acting as a hub for information transfer and storage. Learn about the role of servers in industry and the potential challenges that come with maintaining them.

Fluke, one of the most trusted electrical testing device manufacturers, is expanding its line of PV system testers with…

Fluke, one of the most trusted electrical testing device manufacturers, is expanding its line of PV system testers with the SMFT-1000 kit with multifunction analyzer and I-V curve tracing.

With the first fuzzy logic-based controllers on the market in 1983, learn how the Japanese-born automation company,…

With the first fuzzy logic-based controllers on the market in 1983, learn how the Japanese-born automation company, Omron, adopted fuzzy logic as a basis for the design of its current PLCs.

Emerson releases Movicon.NExT 4.2 software to simplify automation system integration across platforms, vendors, and…

Emerson releases Movicon.NExT 4.2 software to simplify automation system integration across platforms, vendors, and protocols. They have enhanced the security and made the interfaces more intuitive.

Learn about proportional gain and proportional band, two key proportional control concepts, to better understand the most…

Learn about proportional gain and proportional band, two key proportional control concepts, to better understand the most popular control system method in industrial automation.

Rockwell and Cognite have partnered to develop a more efficient method for data scaling and plant efficiency using the…

Rockwell and Cognite have partnered to develop a more efficient method for data scaling and plant efficiency using the cloud. They also have created a new way for customers to work more efficiently via cloud–based software.

Protection systems are critical in today’s fast-paced industrial revolution for the safety of people and processes.…

Protection systems are critical in today’s fast-paced industrial revolution for the safety of people and processes. This article discusses electronic protective relay types and how they differ from standard relays.

Rice University scientists have created “necrobots,” a particularly creepy method where dead spiders are used to grip…

Rice University scientists have created “necrobots,” a particularly creepy method where dead spiders are used to grip delicate objects.

Despite the many overlaps, PLCs and RTUs are two different devices, each with specific suitable applications.

Despite the many overlaps, PLCs and RTUs are two different devices, each with specific suitable applications.

Robotics incubator MassRobotics and FPGA-leader Lattice Semiconductor join forces to advance the development of new-age…

Robotics incubator MassRobotics and FPGA-leader Lattice Semiconductor join forces to advance the development of new-age robotics applications.

In this introduction to l​​oop-powered transmitters, also known as two-wire transmitters, we discuss operation,…

In this introduction to l​​oop-powered transmitters, also known as two-wire transmitters, we discuss operation, applications, and options for signal isolation, displays, digital data transmission, and mounting.

Epson has expanded its line of All-in-One robots to include a six-axis robot that uses new No-Code programming software…

Epson has expanded its line of All-in-One robots to include a six-axis robot that uses new No-Code programming software and does not require an external controller or drive cabinet.

Most engineers are not intimidated by simple mathematics, but when designing mission-critical systems, it’s important…

Most engineers are not intimidated by simple mathematics, but when designing mission-critical systems, it’s important to have easy access to reliable tools and calculators. Introducing our first new set of tools designed for control engineers.