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An Introduction to Genetic Programming: A System That Programs Itself?

An Introduction to Genetic Programming: A System That Programs Itself?

Can a system author itself? Genetic programming may represent the next revolution for control systems, robot navigation, pattern recognition, and more.


Upcoming Automation Shows and Events in October

Upcoming Automation Shows and Events in October

What automation events are taking place this month?


Data Flow Programming in LabVIEW

Data Flow Programming in LabVIEW

One of the most confusing concepts for new LabVIEW programmers is the concept of data flow programming. Data flow programming determines the run order of nodes, making some data available before others.


Tektronix Debuts New Testing Products to Keep Up with Supply Chain Demands

Tektronix Debuts New Testing Products to Keep Up with Supply Chain Demands

Learn about Tektronix's latest solutions and how could they help engineers combat the global chip shortage and other supply chain demands.


News Sep 30, 2021 by Ben Stepanian
Boston Dynamics Adds More Autonomous Inspection Features to the Spot Robot

Boston Dynamics Adds More Autonomous Inspection Features to the Spot Robot

Boston Dynamics announces the latest update to its industrial mobile robot, Spot, adding flexible autonomy and repeatable data capture as part of Spot Release 3.0.


News Sep 30, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
SMC Releases New Control Valves and Grippers for Various Industrial Uses

SMC Releases New Control Valves and Grippers for Various Industrial Uses

What new features do these products include and how might they help engineers in harsh industrial environments?


News Sep 30, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Demag Develops Industrial Cranes to Meet the Needs of Automotive and Aerospace Manufacturing

Demag Develops Industrial Cranes to Meet the Needs of Automotive and Aerospace Manufacturing

How can industrial cranes play a key role in modern assembly lines?


News Sep 29, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
SOLIDWORKS Releases New Features for 2022 Including Cloud-based Modeling Capabilities

SOLIDWORKS Releases New Features for 2022 Including Cloud-based Modeling Capabilities

Popular CAD software, SOLIDWORKS, has received a makeover with new design and simulation features for 2022.


News Sep 29, 2021 by Gunner Scott
Industrial Robot Companies Expand Automation Efforts Through Funding and New Initiatives

Industrial Robot Companies Expand Automation Efforts Through Funding and New Initiatives

Learn about some of the latest funding, acquisitions, and innovations in the industrial robotics industry from companies like Ambi Robotics and SoftAI.


News Sep 28, 2021 by Seth Price
Wood PLC Debuts AI-based Machine Vision Solution for Offshore Drilling Applications

Wood PLC Debuts AI-based Machine Vision Solution for Offshore Drilling Applications

Wood PLC announces its new Augmented Machine Vision Solution for inspecting equipment comprising subsea oil and gas infrastructure, as well as other fields.


News Sep 28, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
B&R Automation Debuts New PLCs and Other Control Components Built for the Factory Floor

B&R Automation Debuts New PLCs and Other Control Components Built for the Factory Floor

How can B&R Automation's latest PLC and automation software help streamline operations in industrial facilities?


Industry Leaders Including KUKA and FANUC Set to Debut Latest Automation Technology at PACK Expo 2021

Industry Leaders Including KUKA and FANUC Set to Debut Latest Automation Technology at PACK Expo 2021

What major companies are attending PACK EXPO next week and what kind of cutting-edge industrial automation technology will they be debuting?


Industrial Automation Companies Develop New Tools to Utilize LiDAR Capabilities

Industrial Automation Companies Develop New Tools to Utilize LiDAR Capabilities

Several companies have begun working together to leverage the latest LiDAR technology to solve very different problems.


News Sep 24, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Beckhoff and Partners Redesign PCB Testing Machines in Automotive Manufacturing

Beckhoff and Partners Redesign PCB Testing Machines in Automotive Manufacturing

How are these companies redesigning control systems used for testing systems and what new features are they adding?


News Sep 24, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Mining Technology and Autonomous Mobile Robots May be Headed to the Moon

Mining Technology and Autonomous Mobile Robots May be Headed to the Moon

How are robots used in mining and how can this technology potentially be used in lunar mining?


News Sep 23, 2021 by Seth Price
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Considerations for Robot Cells

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Considerations for Robot Cells

Programming, price, and safety are usually top considerations when choosing a PLC for a small robot cell. But how do each of these key considerations reflect in the day-to-day life of a control engineer?


Markforged Addresses Common Hurdles in Additive Manufacturing with New Cloud-based Software

Markforged Addresses Common Hurdles in Additive Manufacturing with New Cloud-based Software

Learn about Markforged and their new Eiger Fleet additive manufacturing software designed for industrial automation.


News Sep 22, 2021 by Seth Price
Data Science for Control Systems

Data Science for Control Systems

Data science is a multidisciplinary field crucial to modern automation. In this article, learn about data science concepts and best practices.


Rockwell and Ansys Partner to Combine Industrial Control Systems and Simulation Tools

Rockwell and Ansys Partner to Combine Industrial Control Systems and Simulation Tools

Rockwell Automation announces that its Studio 5000 Simulation Interface is now able to connect with Ansys Twin Builder.


News Sep 22, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Data Types Used in LabVIEW

Data Types Used in LabVIEW

LabVIEW uses different data types to store and convey information. Let’s review the most common types and how they are used in the program.