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Huffman Coding for Data Compression

Huffman Coding for Data Compression

Learn the steps of Huffman coding, a simple and effective lossless data compression algorithm.


Examples of Machine and Human-readable Data in Industrial Fluid Dynamics

Examples of Machine and Human-readable Data in Industrial Fluid Dynamics

How can engineers analyze human- and machine-readable data in several industrial applications, such as thermal management and HVAC systems?


The U.S. Government Moves Forward on Plans to Secure Industrial Control Systems

The U.S. Government Moves Forward on Plans to Secure Industrial Control Systems

The Biden Administration recently released a new statement providing updates regarding its national plan to secure critical infrastructure control systems.


ABB Set to Acquire ASTI Mobile Robotics

ABB Set to Acquire ASTI Mobile Robotics

ABB plans to acquire ASTI Mobile Robotics Group to provide a complete autonomous mobile robot portfolio to its customers and expand sales globally.


News Aug 08, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Comau and Siemens Partner to Expand Robotic Programming Efforts in Automotive Industry and Beyond

Comau and Siemens Partner to Expand Robotic Programming Efforts in Automotive Industry and Beyond

How are these companies combining Siemens ecosystem with Coamu's robot technology to make robotic programming easier?


News Aug 07, 2021 by Damond Goodwin
An Overview of Fracture Mechanics in Industrial Applications

An Overview of Fracture Mechanics in Industrial Applications

Always cracking your HMI? Learn how fracture mechanics strives to model and understand how cracks form and propagate.


Rockwell Expands Partnerships to Advance Industrial Cloud-Based Traceability Solutions

Rockwell Expands Partnerships to Advance Industrial Cloud-Based Traceability Solutions

Rockwell adds Kezzler to its growing list of partners to advance the digital transformation of manufacturing facilities with cloud-based solutions for product traceability.


News Aug 06, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Yokowo Aims to Improve Data Transmission Speed with Latest Fiber Optic Transceiver

Yokowo Aims to Improve Data Transmission Speed with Latest Fiber Optic Transceiver

Thermal imaging can help solve predictive maintenance problems. Yokowo recently launched an optical transceiver to help this industrial automation process.


News Aug 05, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
A History of Industrial Revolutions and How They’ve Impacted Manufacturing

A History of Industrial Revolutions and How They’ve Impacted Manufacturing

Each industrial revolution has had an impact on factories. Are we going through a fourth revolution?


Learning About Algorithms One Step at a Time

Learning About Algorithms One Step at a Time

Algorithms can involve complicated programming. However, they didn’t start out that way. This article dives into basic algorithms like sorting and image generation.


Fluke Releases Thermalert Series of Sensors with ATEX and IECEx Certifications

Fluke Releases Thermalert Series of Sensors with ATEX and IECEx Certifications

What are the capabilities of this latest sensor, and what challenges do ATEX and IECEx certification aim to address?


News Aug 04, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
What’s New in Predictive and Preventive Maintenance Technology?

What’s New in Predictive and Preventive Maintenance Technology?

Learn about the latest predictive and preventive maintenance technology from companies like igus, Banner Engineering, and GE.


News Aug 03, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
The Three Levels of a Factory Network

The Three Levels of a Factory Network

What makes a factory network? There are three levels: device, control, and enterprise. What does each level consist of, and how is it used in a factory network?


Alphabet Launches New Software Company Focusing on Robotic Automation

Alphabet Launches New Software Company Focusing on Robotic Automation

Can Alphabet compete in the industrial robotics market with their latest company?


Finding and Calibrating Linear Regression in LabVIEW

Finding and Calibrating Linear Regression in LabVIEW

Analog signals like temperature create linear data. Let’s take a look at how to find the best-fit line, use the R^2 value, and calibrate the data in LabVIEW.


Cognex Revamps Vision Solutions to Promote Large Area Scanning on Factory Floor

Cognex Revamps Vision Solutions to Promote Large Area Scanning on Factory Floor

Cognex has revamped its vision system technology by bolting a mirror in front of the barcode reader, making it steerable for wide-range inspecrtion.


News Aug 01, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Bosch Rexroth Releases Training System to Help Provide Smart Manufacturing Skills

Bosch Rexroth Releases Training System to Help Provide Smart Manufacturing Skills

As net-zero standards continue to rise, Bosch Rexroth’s compact training system aims to help manufacturing specialists get up-to-speed with smart factory and efficient emissions operations.


News Jul 31, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Honeywell Utilizes Qualcomm’s IoT Solutions to Design Mobile Computer for Warehouse Automation

Honeywell Utilizes Qualcomm’s IoT Solutions to Design Mobile Computer for Warehouse Automation

Can handheld edge computers help minimize downtime in warehouse automation?


News Jul 30, 2021 by Sara McCaslin
Dark Manufacturing and Its Relationship With IIoT

Dark Manufacturing and Its Relationship With IIoT

Dark manufacturing, also referred to as lights-out manufacturing, is a manufacturing philosophy without human intervention in the complete manufacturing process.


Claroty’s New Research Arm Publishes Report on ICS Cloud Vulnerabilities

Claroty’s New Research Arm Publishes Report on ICS Cloud Vulnerabilities

Industrial cybersecurity firm Claroty has launched a new research arm named Team82.