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Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Considerations for Robot Cells

Programming, price, and safety are usually top considerations when choosing a PLC for a small robot cell. But how do each of these key considerations reflect in the day-to-day life of a control engineer?

one day ago by Damond Goodwin

Data Science for Control Systems

Data science is a multidisciplinary field crucial to modern automation. In this article, learn about data science concepts and best practices.

2 days ago by Antonio Armenta

Data Types Used in LabVIEW

LabVIEW uses different data types to store and convey information. Let’s review the most common types and how they are used in the program.

3 days ago by Seth Price

What is a Data Lake?

Learn the fundaments of data lakes and how they are important to digital transformation under Industry 4.0.

4 days ago by Antonio Armenta

Simple File Output in LabVIEW

The scope of this article shows one method of writing data to a file using LabVIEW software, and when this type of data acquisition and recording is appropriate.

September 17, 2021 by Seth Price

M2M Communication: Is Ethernet or Wireless Better?

Efficient communication between machines is key in industrial automation. As both Ethernet and wireless network technologies improve, which one is poised to take the lead in the future?

September 16, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

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.

September 15, 2021 by Gunner Scott

Optical Fiber: The Future of Industrial Communications?

Fiber optics is a promising technology for the future of industrial automation. In this article, learn the history, fundamentals, and application of fiber optics.

September 14, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

Pain Points and Solutions in Laser Welding: Melt Flow and Asymmetric Parts

We finish exploring some challenges and trends in laser welding with melt flow and asymmetric parts.

September 09, 2021 by Jeff Kerns

Pain Points and Solutions in Laser Welding: Cracking

We continue our exploration of some challenges and trends in laser welding. This article explores cracking.

September 07, 2021 by Jeff Kerns

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

Key Factors in Selecting a DIN Rail Power Solution

What are DIN Rail power solutions, and where do you need them in your facility?

August 25, 2021 by Don Baldwin, Sager Power Systems

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