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Hitachi announced its latest AI edge computing system utilizing Intel AI technology.

Hitachi announced its latest AI edge computing system utilizing Intel AI technology.

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

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

This article offers an introduction to cartesian (gantry) robots, including how they work and the applications they're…

This article offers an introduction to cartesian (gantry) robots, including how they work and the applications they're created for.

Industrial electronics giant Emerson released a new magnetic target switch (MTS) for position sensing.

Industrial electronics giant Emerson released a new magnetic target switch (MTS) for position sensing.

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

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

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

Metal Shark, a company that manufactures aluminum-hull vessels, will build ships for the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) Long…

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.

Alpha Wire, known for their cable solutions, is adding a new product to their Xtra-Guard line designed for applications…

Alpha Wire, known for their cable solutions, is adding a new product to their Xtra-Guard line designed for applications involving continuous flexing.

Quick Laser continues to work alongside Beckhoff to optimize high-end laser cutting machines’ performance by using…

Quick Laser continues to work alongside Beckhoff to optimize high-end laser cutting machines’ performance by using TwinCAT software as an open computerized numerical control system.

Rockwell Automation acquires Fiix Inc. and plans to improve industrial customers’ asset management capabilities as part…

Rockwell Automation acquires Fiix Inc. and plans to improve industrial customers’ asset management capabilities as part of its software strategy.

What kind of guidance is available to help you defend your industrial control system (ICS)?

What kind of guidance is available to help you defend your industrial control system (ICS)?

Learn more about how to select and train robots for machine tending applications with specific online resources.

Learn more about how to select and train robots for machine tending applications with specific online resources.

Together, MakerBot and Oryx Additive enhance the post-processing and cleaning process of 3D-printed parts.

Together, MakerBot and Oryx Additive enhance the post-processing and cleaning process of 3D-printed parts.

Hyundai Robotics join forces with Samsung Engineering to promote smart robot automation in manufacturing key materials…

Hyundai Robotics join forces with Samsung Engineering to promote smart robot automation in manufacturing key materials required for plant construction.

This article introduces the concept of Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) and discusses some common uses for CAM for…

This article introduces the concept of Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) and discusses some common uses for CAM for controls and automation specialists.

This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.

This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.

This article will consider ways companies can use a full-digital thread and real-time monitoring that might lead to a…

This article will consider ways companies can use a full-digital thread and real-time monitoring that might lead to a better understanding of 3D printing part failures.

Recently, ODVA announced that it has updated CIP Security to include user-level authentication.

Recently, ODVA announced that it has updated CIP Security to include user-level authentication.

SICK introduces its Flexi Compact safety controller to help enhance machine safety and efficiency for Industry 4.0 applications.

SICK introduces its Flexi Compact safety controller to help enhance machine safety and efficiency for Industry 4.0 applications.