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Rockwell, Universal Robots, and Yokogawa Will Showcase Latest Automation Solutions This November

Rockwell, Universal Robots, and Yokogawa Will Showcase Latest Automation Solutions This November

Industry leaders are gearing up for big events this November to highlight their latest solutions in industrial automation.


Toposens Reimagines Bat Echolocation for 3D Collision Avoidance Just in Time for Halloween

Toposens Reimagines Bat Echolocation for 3D Collision Avoidance Just in Time for Halloween

Vision technology company, Toposens, released a new ultrasonic echolocation sensor for 3D collision avoidance that mimics a bat’s echolocation technique.


Johnson Controls Develops AI Quality Control System to Promote Data Management in Building Automation

Johnson Controls Develops AI Quality Control System to Promote Data Management in Building Automation

Johnson Controls provides building operators with a new AI-driven app that aims to improve building performance.


News Oct 28, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Laser Scanning and Reality Capture Technology Could Lead to Smarter Manufacturing

Laser Scanning and Reality Capture Technology Could Lead to Smarter Manufacturing

Learn about several companies and how their innovations in autonomous robots, drones, and laser scanning technology could change the way engineers evaluate industrial environments.


Ewellix Launches New Smart Actuator with Extended Features and Robot Compatibility

Ewellix Launches New Smart Actuator with Extended Features and Robot Compatibility

Ewellix unveiled a series of new linear actuators for digitizing operations in autonomous mobile robots (AMR) and agriculture. 


News Oct 26, 2021 by Seth Price
Potential Applications and Challenges for Blockchain in Industrial Automation

Potential Applications and Challenges for Blockchain in Industrial Automation

Can industrial automation utilize blockchain's security integrated with IoT, ICS, and PAC?


Genetic Algorithm Applications and Limitations

Genetic Algorithm Applications and Limitations

Learn about the applications and future directions of genetic programming.


Toyota and Partners Develop New Solutions to Increase Motor Efficiency on the Factory Floor

Toyota and Partners Develop New Solutions to Increase Motor Efficiency on the Factory Floor

Motors are one of the biggest loads for electrical energy used in manufacturing operations. How are these companies working to increase motor efficiency?


News Oct 25, 2021 by Seth Price
Introduction to Conveyor Belt Systems

Introduction to Conveyor Belt Systems

Who created the first conveyor system, what are some common types of conveyor systems used in industrial automation, and what are the types of controls involved?


 ABB Ability Debuts Genix Datalyzer Cloud Platform to Enhance Data Analytics and Management

ABB Ability Debuts Genix Datalyzer Cloud Platform to Enhance Data Analytics and Management

ABB releases a new solution to help OEMs meet their emissions compliance targets and promote big data management.


News Oct 23, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Blockchain for Industrial Automation: Are We There Yet?

Blockchain for Industrial Automation: Are We There Yet?

Learn about how blockchain technology works, why it’s secure, and how to use it in industrial automation.


Laser Technology Expands Into Manufacturing Sectors With API’s New Laser Scanner

Laser Technology Expands Into Manufacturing Sectors With API’s New Laser Scanner

Metrology company API released a new version of its iScan3D Laser Scanner designed for manufacturing operations.


RTDs vs. Thermocouples in Control Systems

RTDs vs. Thermocouples in Control Systems

Control systems can utilize temperature sensors such as RTDs or thermocouples. Which device is best for your application?


Honeywell Addresses the Need for Critical Leak Detection with Open Path Infrared Gas Detector 

Honeywell Addresses the Need for Critical Leak Detection with Open Path Infrared Gas Detector 

Why is leak detection monitoring so critical in industrial applications and how could Honeywell's latest gas detector help mitigate leaks?


News Oct 20, 2021 by Shawn Dietrich
Introduction to Micro PLCs

Introduction to Micro PLCs

Micro PLCs are quite similar to their larger PLC brethren. What are the major differences, advantages, and disadvantages of micro PLCs?


Genetic Algorithm Examples: Evolving a Sorting Program and Symbolic Regression

Genetic Algorithm Examples: Evolving a Sorting Program and Symbolic Regression

Learn about symbolic regression in genetic programming, one of the breaking fields of research for algorithm development that can be used in the control systems of tomorrow.


Assessing Buzzwords: Industry 5.0

Assessing Buzzwords: Industry 5.0

American history has undergone several industrial revolutions largely focused on mass production. Are we heading into a fifth revolution focused on human-machine interaction?


How Can Big Data Play a Key Role in Digital Transformation?

How Can Big Data Play a Key Role in Digital Transformation?

Hear from several industry leaders about the future of digital transformation and the role big data plays in industrial automation.


News Oct 16, 2021 by Maddie Bradshaw
Is Reality Capture the Next Step in Digital Twinning?

Is Reality Capture the Next Step in Digital Twinning?

Numerous industrial automation companies presented digital technologies at the Reality Capture Network Conference (RCN), running 13-14 October.


Soft Robotics Launches 3D Vision Software to Accelerate Automation in the Food and Beverage Industry

Soft Robotics Launches 3D Vision Software to Accelerate Automation in the Food and Beverage Industry

Soft Robotics created a 3D automated solution to provide a human-like robotic workforce for the food and beverage industry and packing operations.


News Oct 14, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida