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Smart sensors differ from traditional sensors in that they offer benefits such as self-diagnostics, simplified wiring and…

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

Learn the similarities and differences between GUIs and HMIs in the industrial sector. Can they be used together?

Learn the similarities and differences between GUIs and HMIs in the industrial sector. Can they be used together?

Safety is of utmost importance in the day-to-day operations of any system, especially a system where humans and machines…

Safety is of utmost importance in the day-to-day operations of any system, especially a system where humans and machines work together. Learn all about Safety Instrumented Systems and what it takes to keep workers safe, and the system running smoothly!

Sensing objects is a tricky business because of the many variables in light, surface texture, distance, color, and other…

Sensing objects is a tricky business because of the many variables in light, surface texture, distance, color, and other factors. Learn how a photo sensor works!

This article reviews how to implement the data science lifecycle CRISP-DM model phases into industrial computer vision.

This article reviews how to implement the data science lifecycle CRISP-DM model phases into industrial computer vision.

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

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

This article teaches the definitions of big data and data lake, how to use them together, and industrial applications.

This article teaches the definitions of big data and data lake, how to use them together, and industrial applications.

MTTR and MTBF are metrics utilized to determine equipment downtime. How do you calculate these metrics, and how can a…

MTTR and MTBF are metrics utilized to determine equipment downtime. How do you calculate these metrics, and how can a control engineer use them for machine reliability?

As the tangible world can be costly and consumes natural resources, digital transformation is reducing cost and providing…

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?

Motors drive all sorts of processes in a facility. Depending on the application, which motor starter is best suited for…

Motors drive all sorts of processes in a facility. Depending on the application, which motor starter is best suited for your needs?

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

A useful but often overlooked instruction included in Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs for heating and cooling.

A useful but often overlooked instruction included in Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs for heating and cooling.

What are the similarities and differences between process and discrete manufacturing, and how can control engineers best…

What are the similarities and differences between process and discrete manufacturing, and how can control engineers best equip themselves for these processes?

After understanding how to select the right control system, learn how to design and plan control system retrofits.

After understanding how to select the right control system, learn how to design and plan control system retrofits.

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

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

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

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

Learn about symbolic regression in genetic programming, one of the breaking fields of research for algorithm development…

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.

American history has undergone several industrial revolutions largely focused on mass production. Are we heading into a…

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

Broken industrial machinery can cause unexpected downtime, production loss, and even injury. Let's look at some of the…

Broken industrial machinery can cause unexpected downtime, production loss, and even injury. Let's look at some of the most common issues and how to properly address them.