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The Difference Between Linear and Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Finite element analysis (FEA) helps foster our understanding of the physical phenomena within engineering designs. Dive into FEA’s foundation and how it handles linear and nonlinear applications.

About 24 hours ago by Gunner Scott

What is Fuzzy Logic?

Learn how to utilize fuzzy logic as a powerful tool in modern control applications.

3 days ago by Sara McCaslin

Pain Points and Solutions in Laser Welding: Porosity

Explore the biggest challenges and trends in laser welding, starting with porosity.

September 03, 2021 by Jeff Kerns

Decision-making Structures in LabVIEW

Choosing between a select? structure and a case structure to form your decision-making structure in LabVIEW? In this article, we’ll review how each of these structures suits different applications.

September 02, 2021 by Seth Price

Addressing AS-Interface (ASi)

ASi is a pioneering standard in automation technology that helps simplify and lower field device integration costs.

September 01, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

What is the Difference Between IoT and Cloud Computing?

IoT infrastructure consists of many factory parts, one being cloud computing. Rather than ask how they’re different, let’s look into how they work together to form industry 4.0.

August 31, 2021 by Anish Devasia

LabVIEW Loops Explained

In programming languages, loops control processes and instrumentation. Learn how to set up while loops, for loops, and other types of loops in LabVIEW.

August 30, 2021 by Seth Price

Cybersecurity in Centralized Vs. Decentralized Computing

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

August 24, 2021 by Anish Devasia

Using LabView for Fuel Cell HIL Simulation and Testing

Fuel cell simulation, modeling, and testing are vital to the expansion of fuel cell usage. But how can engineers specifically use LabVIEW for fuel cell hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) system simulation and testing?

August 23, 2021 by Sara McCaslin

LabVIEW Environment Deep Dive

Graphical programming language LabVIEW uses front panels, block diagrams, a controls palette, and a functions palette to design control systems. Let’s take a deep dive into each of these and their functionalities.

August 20, 2021 by Seth Price

Combining Machine Vision and Neural Networks in IIoT

As IIoT and Industry 4.0 continue to grow, so do its technologies. Machine vision is becoming more widely used in the industry, and IIoT pushes it to become more and advanced as time progresses.

August 19, 2021 by Anish Devasia

An Overview of Neural Networks

What are neural networks, how do you establish basic parameters, and what tools can help?

August 18, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

Types of Machine Learning (ML) Algorithms for Modeling and Controlling Fluid Dynamics

Fluid flow and control are often used in the wastewater, food and beverage, and chemical industries. Which types of machine learning (ML) algorithms are best suited for fluid dynamics?

August 11, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

Huffman Coding for Data Compression

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

August 10, 2021 by Greg Schmidt

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?

August 09, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

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.

August 04, 2021 by Greg Schmidt

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?

August 03, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

HVAC Engineering in AutoCAD and Revit

Trying to design industrial HVAC systems in AutoCAD? In this article, we explore AutoDesk’s flagship softwares AutoCAD and Revit, and their role in the HVAC designing industry.

July 28, 2021 by Gunner Scott

The Evolution of Industrial Networking

Learn about the evolution of industrial-level communications networking, and current and future protocols.

July 27, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

IIoT Cyber Attack Vectors and Best Mitigating Practices

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.

July 23, 2021 by Anish Devasia