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Engineers Collaborate to Create Control and Robotic Solutions with DARPA SubT Challenge

Engineers Collaborate to Create Control and Robotic Solutions with DARPA SubT Challenge

What is DARPA's SubT challenge and how is it inspiring new robotic and control solutions in disaster relief efforts?


News Mar 08, 2021 by Seth Price
Several IIoT Companies Band Together to Develop 5G and DDS-enabled Factory for Robotic Autonomy

Several IIoT Companies Band Together to Develop 5G and DDS-enabled Factory for Robotic Autonomy

ADLINK Technology Inc. enters into a collaboration with the Fair Friend Group and Institute for Information Industry to create the world’s first smart factory with private 5G-enabled swarm autonomy and DDS technology.


News Mar 05, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Hall-effect Sensors in Electric Motors and Linear Applications

Hall-effect Sensors in Electric Motors and Linear Applications

Learn about how Hall-effect sensors are used in linear and electric motor applications, including brushed and brushless DC motors. 


Honeywell Partners with Librestream to Advance AR and Remote Collaboration Solutions

Honeywell Partners with Librestream to Advance AR and Remote Collaboration Solutions

Automation giant Honeywell and Evergy Ventures announced a new investment in Librestream, a firm specializing in developing augmented reality (AR) solutions.


Transtector Expands Ethernet Switch Product Line to Meet Increasing Demand for PoE Applications

Transtector Expands Ethernet Switch Product Line to Meet Increasing Demand for PoE Applications

Recently, Transtector, an Infinite Electronics brand, announced their latest Ethernet switches for industrial applications.


News Mar 04, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Stratus Starts Training Programs for OEMs to Add Edge Processing to Automation Deliverables

Stratus Starts Training Programs for OEMs to Add Edge Processing to Automation Deliverables

To support data processing over the cloud with edge computing, Stratus launched a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) program to host operational technology through OEM integration training.


News Mar 02, 2021 by Leah Scully
Three-Phase Motors with Twelve Wires

Three-Phase Motors with Twelve Wires

Of all types of three-phase motors, the twelve-wire motor provides the most options for connecting based on voltage and system configuration (wye or delta). Learn the details and wiring options of these versatile motors.


Bayshore Acquires GE OpShield to Enhance Security for Industrial Infrastructure Networks

Bayshore Acquires GE OpShield to Enhance Security for Industrial Infrastructure Networks

Bayshore Networks announced an expansion of its partnership with GE Digital.


Cisco Secure Application Solution Helps Simplify Vulnerability Management

Cisco Secure Application Solution Helps Simplify Vulnerability Management

AppDynamics, a subsidiary of global security firm Cisco, released Cisco Secure Application, a complete framework aimed at simplifying vulnerability management.


Emerson Introduces Branson GMX-20MA Ultrasonic Spot Welder for Non-Ferrous Metals

Emerson Introduces Branson GMX-20MA Ultrasonic Spot Welder for Non-Ferrous Metals

Emerson announced the Branson GMX-20MA ultrasonic spot welder’s release, which is suitable for joining non-ferrous metals and alloys.


News Feb 18, 2021 by Seth Price
What is the Edge? A Look Into Edge Computing Technology

What is the Edge? A Look Into Edge Computing Technology

This article will cover some basics about what the edge is and provide a few pros and cons to help bring this technology into focus.


IDEC Upgrades Switches and Relay Sockets with Push-in Technology

IDEC Upgrades Switches and Relay Sockets with Push-in Technology

Recently, IDEC introduced its “push-in” technology into its popular HW series of 22mm switches, pilot lights, and relay sockets.


News Feb 16, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
United Automation Leverages Epson’s Printing and Robotic Technology to Provide Automated Color Labeling and Verification

United Automation Leverages Epson’s Printing and Robotic Technology to Provide Automated Color Labeling and Verification

Epson’s partner, United Automation, combines the ColorWorks on-demand label printer and industrial robot solutions to create efficient color labeling and verification.


News Feb 16, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Common Applications of Force and Torque Sensors for Robotic Automation

Common Applications of Force and Torque Sensors for Robotic Automation

Learn about the importance of torque and torque sensors and some common ways they are utilized in robotic automation.


Metal Shark Chosen to Manufacture Autonomous Naval Defense Systems for the U.S. Marine Corps

Metal Shark Chosen to Manufacture Autonomous Naval Defense Systems for the U.S. Marine Corps

Metal Shark, a company that manufactures aluminum-hull vessels, will build ships for the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) Long Range Unmanned Surface Vessel (LRUSV) system.


News Feb 15, 2021 by Seth Price
Three-Wire vs. Six-Wire Three-Phase Motors

Three-Wire vs. Six-Wire Three-Phase Motors

Three-phase motors with three or six wires have limited options for wiring, but are easier to use and have important roles to play. Learn the difference between three- and six-wire three-phase motors for low and high voltage applications.


Softing Releases smartLink HW-DP for Interfacing PROFIBUS and HART Networks

Softing Releases smartLink HW-DP for Interfacing PROFIBUS and HART Networks

Softing released the smartLink HW-DP module for securely moving data from existing industrial systems onto PROFIBUS DP and HART networks for processing.


News Feb 12, 2021 by Seth Price
New Image Sensors from AMS Designed for Industrial Vision Equipment 

New Image Sensors from AMS Designed for Industrial Vision Equipment 

Industrial optical specialist, AMS, announced their latest vision of the sensor range for high-speed industrial applications. 


News Feb 11, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
GM and Cruise Partner with Microsoft to Utilize Cloud Capabilities for Automotive Manufacturing

GM and Cruise Partner with Microsoft to Utilize Cloud Capabilities for Automotive Manufacturing

Both Cruise and General Motors choose Microsoft Azure as their preferred cloud provider to harness cloud capabilities and innovate the manufacturing of self-driving vehicles.


News Feb 10, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
B&R Automation Combines Controller and Operator Terminal Capabilities in a Single HMI Device

B&R Automation Combines Controller and Operator Terminal Capabilities in a Single HMI Device

B&R Automation released their latest HMI system, the Power Panel C80.


News Feb 09, 2021 by Robin Mitchell