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Wearable Technology in Industrial Manufacturing

As electronics become smaller and more energy-efficient, wearables are getting more attention in manufacturing. Learn about some of the research involved in developing these wearables.

one day ago by Jeff Kerns

Understanding Voltage Drops of Capacitors and Inductors

In circuit theory, voltage drops of resistive type devices are relatively simple because they do not change over time. But there are two types of devices that do create changes over time: capacitors and inductors.

3 days ago by David Peterson

What Exactly is a Voltage Drop?

Often the concept of voltage drop or voltage difference in circuits is taught without much explanation as to how or why volts drop. This article explores volts, including characteristics and the Laws that govern them.

November 24, 2020 by David Peterson

An Introduction to Parallel Circuits for Industrial Engineers

Learn to discern between textbook and real-life scenarios and use consistent troubleshooting methods to simplify and correct errors in parallel circuits common in industrial control systems.

November 20, 2020 by David Peterson

ABB Sends 800 Industrial Robots to Help Volkswagen Produce Next-Generation EVs

ABB provides Volkswagen with industrial robots to help the company achieve its e-mobility goals.

November 02, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

Schneider Releases EcoStruxure Plant Advisor Built with an Industrial Data Processing Platform

Schneider’s release of the new EcoStruxure plant advisor aims to help companies expand capabilities and improve efficiency in the industrial sector.

October 28, 2020 by Ben Stepanian

ABB Partners With Takraf to Deploy One of the World’s Most Powerful Gearless Conveyor Drive Systems

ABB and TAKRAF Partner to install one of the world’s most powerful gearless conveyor drive system in Chuquicamata, Chile.

October 04, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

A Comparison of Mechanical Power Transmission Methods

In nearly every machine with motion, a selection of gears, belts, and chains sends power to the final mechanisms and power must be transmitted from the motor to the final load(s) device. Choosing between transmission methods isn’t always simple, but a few key properties can help to make the choices easier.

September 23, 2020 by David Peterson

Power Supply Troubleshooting and Testing

This article discusses the proper steps for testing the supply for proper function.

September 21, 2020 by David Peterson

Methods for Power Supply Troubleshooting

Whether using an industrial DIN-rail power supply or a linear supply for an audio application, these devices have the potential to fail. Although there can be several reasons, there are a few simple (and some not-so-simple) methods of testing a power supply for proper functionality.

September 14, 2020 by David Peterson

How to Reduce Electrical Noise on Sensors and Control Systems

Electrical noise is a common problem inside industrial facilities. The following will explain a few simple strategies for reducing this noise.

September 04, 2020 by David Peterson

Allied Electronics and Schneider Electric Partner to Provide Resources for Building Industrial Control Panels

Allied Electronics and Schneider Electric come together to provide customers with collective resources needed to design and build industrial control panels.

August 17, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

What is Model Predictive Control (MPC)?

This article discusses the applications and uses of model predictive control.

August 10, 2020 by Mitesh Agrawal

How to Troubleshoot Resolvers

Learn about the electrical characteristics of resolvers and how to properly conduct different troubleshooting tests to ensure they run at their highest performance.

July 14, 2020 by Anish Devasia

Heliogen Applies Solar Power Using Control Technologies to Increase Efficiency in Manufacturing

Heliogen is using concentrated solar power by improving its efficiency through the use of new computer vision, sensing, and control technologies.

July 07, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

How to Identify and Troubleshoot Power and Ground Side Circuits

This article introduces a few simple methods to test which type of circuits — whether ground- or power-switched — are being used and how to troubleshoot and properly fix issues.

July 06, 2020 by David Peterson

Understanding Differences Between Power and Ground Side Switching

Learn what Ground Side Switching means, and how it helps in the overall maintenance of the system and how creating predictable failures is essential

July 05, 2020 by David Peterson

ABB Upgrades Dormant Nordic Kraft Pulp Mill in Quebec With Quality Management System

Forest product company, Chantiers Chibougamau, partnered with ABB to upgrade its Nordic Kraft pulp mill in Lebel-Sur-Quevillon in northern Quebec.

June 21, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Unconventional Commercial and Industrial Applications of Drones

This article discusses recent applications of drones and how companies are developing more commercially advanced applications, specifically in the industrial and manufacturing industries.

June 18, 2020 by Akshay Kumar

3D-Printed Components Now Being Used in Nuclear Power Stations

Westinghouse Electric Company is turning to additive manufacturing to develop new components used in nuclear power generation.

May 30, 2020 by Ben Stepanian