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An Overview of Power Over Ethernet (PoE) and Its Use in Industrial Applications

What is Power over Ethernet (PoE), how does it work, and how can industrial facilities benefit?

2 days ago by Antonio Armenta

Introduction to Smart Sensors

Smart sensors differ from traditional sensors in that they offer benefits such as self-diagnostics, simplified wiring and communication, and more efficient remote monitoring.

January 06, 2022 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

How to Utilize Real-time Production Data and Achieve Better Manufacturing Results

Struggling to find the best ways to utilize real-time production data? This article reviews six steps to achieve better manufacturing results.

December 27, 2021 by Eric Whitley, L2L

Deep Dive Into the Data Science Lifecycle

Learn the definition and basic steps of the data science life cycle, particularly the popular CRISP-DM model.

December 15, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

How Remote Access is Advancing in the Process Industries

Due to the robust nature of process industries, there is a vast amount of data to read. Remote access can help parse data and has many additional benefits in these industries.

December 03, 2021 by Seth Price

Combining Two Deep Learning Models

Combining two deep learning models, otherwise known as ensemble learning, has numerous techniques. Let’s review the current techniques and their advantages and disadvantages.

December 02, 2021 by Anish Devasia

The Differences Between PLCs and RTUs

Despite the many overlaps, PLCs and RTUs are two different devices, each with specific suitable applications.

November 30, 2021 by Antonio Armenta

How to Use Data to Drive Digital Transformation

As the tangible world can be costly and consumes natural resources, digital transformation is reducing cost and providing more options to consumers. How is data driving digital transformation, and what is to come next in a digital world?

November 29, 2021 by Jeff Kerns

Deep Learning vs. Machine Learning

Deep learning is a subset of machine learning, which is a subset of artificial intelligence. So, what makes deep learning different from machine learning?

November 26, 2021 by Anish Devasia

The Relationship Between Predictive Maintenance and Digital Transformation

This article discusses some trends in digital transformation, specifically matching real-world data with resources and gaining control in an ever-changing world.

November 22, 2021 by Jeff Kerns

How to Control Robotic Transfer Systems with Laser Distance Sensors

Let’s take a closer look at retrofitting T-cart control with newer technology, such as using laser distance sensors versus limit switches.

November 05, 2021 by Damond Goodwin

Potential Applications and Challenges for Blockchain in Industrial Automation

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

October 26, 2021 by Anthony King Ho

Genetic Algorithm Applications and Limitations

Learn about the applications and future directions of genetic programming.

October 25, 2021 by Greg Schmidt

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.

October 22, 2021 by Anthony King Ho

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.

October 18, 2021 by Greg Schmidt

Error Clusters in LabVIEW

Simple errors may corrupt data files, crash LabVIEW, or crash the entire computer system. Implementing error clusters will help prevent these issues. Learn how to set up error clusters for your VI.

October 15, 2021 by Seth Price

Genetic Operators in Evolutionary Algorithms

Learn about genetic operators and their role in future genetic algorithms for automation.

October 11, 2021 by Greg Schmidt

Assessing Buzzwords: X “as a Service” (XaaS)

XaaS, or the service model, has grown in the last several years. Pop-up terms like “SaaS,” “IaaS,” and “RaaS” are seen throughout the industry. But what do they mean, and do they provide dependable ROI?

October 10, 2021 by Anish Devasia

Assessing Buzzwords: Digital Transformation

What does “digital transformation” really mean, and what are the technologies involved in the process? Further, which of these technologies are facilities adopting?

October 06, 2021 by Anish Devasia

Future-Proofing Your Industrial Ethernet With the Right RJ45 Connector

What is future-proofing your industrial Ethernet and why is it important to have the right connector?

October 05, 2021 by David Smith, Sager Electronics