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Centralized and decentralized computing have different cybersecurity needs. Let’s review the differences and some best…

Centralized and decentralized computing have different cybersecurity needs. Let’s review the differences and some best practices.

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

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

IIoT infrastructure is more susceptible to cyber-attacks than legacy infrastructure due to its cloud-based nature; this…

IIoT infrastructure is more susceptible to cyber-attacks than legacy infrastructure due to its cloud-based nature; this article covers attack vectors and best mitigating practices.

In this article, we cover some of the most common HMI failures and troubleshooting methods.

In this article, we cover some of the most common HMI failures and troubleshooting methods.

What is signal conditioning and how do you use a signal conditioner in your industrial application?

What is signal conditioning and how do you use a signal conditioner in your industrial application?

Learn the differences and similarities between human-machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition…

Learn the differences and similarities between human-machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and how they work together.

What are some considerations and challenges when integrating an HMI into an existing control system? Let’s dive into…

What are some considerations and challenges when integrating an HMI into an existing control system? Let’s dive into the benefits and challenges.

Learn about the numerous libraries, toolkits, and interfaces to achieve motor and motion control using LabVIEW.

Learn about the numerous libraries, toolkits, and interfaces to achieve motor and motion control using LabVIEW.

Phoenix Contact introduced the clipx WIRE assist worker assistance system for wire preparation, and the new FL Switch…

Phoenix Contact introduced the clipx WIRE assist worker assistance system for wire preparation, and the new FL Switch 2600 and 2700 device versions with IP65/IP66/IP67 degrees of protection.

We already discussed a few limitations of resistance temperature detectors (RTDs); this article will explore the…

We already discussed a few limitations of resistance temperature detectors (RTDs); this article will explore the difference between two-wire, three-wire, and four-wire RTDs.

Trip classes protect motors from overcurrent, but when will an overload relay trip, why, and what trip class should you use?

Trip classes protect motors from overcurrent, but when will an overload relay trip, why, and what trip class should you use?

Learn about how the first several industrial revolutions have led manufacturers to develop and adopt smarter, more…

Learn about how the first several industrial revolutions have led manufacturers to develop and adopt smarter, more advanced technology. What does the future of Industry 4.0 look like?

Siemens released its 3RQ1 force-guided relays aimed at safety applications.

Siemens released its 3RQ1 force-guided relays aimed at safety applications.

Each machine on the factory floor comes with risk; learn common safety risks and corresponding automation solutions.

Each machine on the factory floor comes with risk; learn common safety risks and corresponding automation solutions.

Data transmission rates are auto-negotiated in modern protocols, but for older serial connections, both devices must…

Data transmission rates are auto-negotiated in modern protocols, but for older serial connections, both devices must agree on what baud rate to use to ensure reliable communications.

Learn about some of the machine-to-machine communication methodologies, including wired and wireless M2M communication techniques.

Learn about some of the machine-to-machine communication methodologies, including wired and wireless M2M communication techniques.

Learn about how the ground compares and contrasts with the neutral wire and why this wiring is important for safety in…

Learn about how the ground compares and contrasts with the neutral wire and why this wiring is important for safety in control cabinets and other wiring needs in an industrial facility.

This article discusses common implementations of UPS in control systems and important design considerations.

This article discusses common implementations of UPS in control systems and important design considerations.

Learn about the different types of electrical and mechanical soft-start methods as well as devices to use for each method.

Learn about the different types of electrical and mechanical soft-start methods as well as devices to use for each method.