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Coding for Automation: Programming a PLC
On January 3, 2025 in All, Automation, General, Industrial, IoT by Mike Parks
Mike Parks
PLCs bridge the industrial and information revolutions, evolving from manual rewiring to programmable automation and advanced networking, enabling IIoT integration and real-time data exchange. Early PLCs required assembly or Fortran knowledge, but ladder logic emerged as the dominant programming method.
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Tagged With: automation, digital, factory, iec 61131-3, industrial, industrial revolution 4.0, information, ladder logic, manufacturing, plc, programming
New Tech Tuesdays: DC Microgrids Offer a Smarter, More Efficient Energy Solution
On December 24, 2024 in All, Circuit Protection, Energy Harvesting, General, Industrial, IoT, Low Power, New Tech Tuesdays, Power, Sensors by Rudy Ramos
Rudy Ramos
DC microgrids, despite their niche nature, can integrate with renewable energies for efficient power and storage solutions, potentially leading to a greener, more efficient distributed energy source for the modern world.
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Tagged With: battery storage, DC microgrids, decentralized energy, direct current, energy efficiency, energy storage, green energy, infrastructure, off-grid systems, renewable energy, smart grids, solar energy, wind energy
New Tech Tuesdays: This MPU Could Revolutionize Edge AI and Industry 5.0
On December 17, 2024 in All, Automation, Computing, Industrial, IoT, New Tech Tuesdays, Robotics, Sensors by Rudy Ramos
Rudy Ramos
STMicroelectronics’ STM32MP25x series represents a leap forward in edge AI and IIoT technology. By integrating powerful processing, advanced multimedia capabilities, extensive connectivity, and hardened security, it delivers superior performance and security to IIoT applications.
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Tagged With: neural processing unit, cpu, edge ai accelerator, edge computing, gpu, iiot, industrial iot, industry 5.0, machine learning, npu, psa certified level 1, real-time data processing, sesip3, stm32mp2, stm32mp25x, stmicroelectronics
AGVs vs. AMRs: Choosing the Right Robot
On December 11, 2024 in All, General, Industrial, Robotics by Poornima Apte
Poornima Apte
Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) streamline operations by automating transport. Learn the key differences to choose the ideal solution for different facilities’ needs and environments.
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Tagged With: agv vs. amr, agvs, amrs, automated guided vehicles, autonomous mobile robots, autonomous robots, facility management, industrial robots, labor cost savings, material transport, robotics, warehouse automation
Safety Light Curtains: Invisible Protection on the Factory Floor
On December 5, 2024 in All, General, Industrial by TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity's safety light curtains use high-resolution beams to detect objects entering hazardous zones, shutting down machinery to prevent accidents. These compact, robust devices improve safety and efficiency on factory floors, reducing downtime and risks.
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Tagged With: factory safety, industrial automation, invisible barriers, machine safety, manufacturing efficiency, safety light curtains, slc, te connectivity, worker protection
New Tech Tuesdays: Tackling Design Challenges Through Isolation
On December 3, 2024 in All, Automation, Automotive, Industrial, IoT, Low Power, Medical, Motor Control, New Tech Tuesdays, Robotics, Sensors, Wireless by Rudy Ramos
Rudy Ramos
Analog Devices' MAX22666 makes it easier for engineers to tackle tough design challenges in safety, durability, and flexibility, allowing them to focus on building reliable, high-performance systems that can meet the demands of today and tomorrow.
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Tagged With: adi, analog devices, digital isolator, electronic design, flexibility, galvanic isolation, integrated circuits, max22666, robustness, signal conditioning, system safety
Sensors and Analytics in Industrial Automation
On November 25, 2024 in All, Automation, General, Industrial, Sensors by Hector Barresi
Hector Barresi
Sensors and analytics comprise critical Industry 5.0 technologies and serve as key enablers of industrial automation. Leveraging these technologies can turn data into actionable insights for safer, more efficient, and more sustainable operations on the factory floor.
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Tagged With: industrial automation, analytics, industry 5.0, predictive maintenance, sensors
Prioritizing Sustainability with Industry 5.0
On November 22, 2024 in All, Automation, General, Industrial, Robotics by Hector Barresi
Hector Barresi
Reducing environmental impact through smarter processes and AI-enhanced operations is a critical goal of Industry 5.0. Realizing this goal for a more sustainable, resilient, and resource-efficient future requires both technical innovation and organizational effort.
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Tagged With: ai, artificial intelligence, automation, circular economy, energy efficiency, industry 5.0, renewable energy, sustainability
New Tech Tuesdays: Separating Signals from Noise
On November 12, 2024 in All, Audio, Automation, Automotive, Circuit Protection, Dev Tools, General, Industrial, IoT, Lighting, Low Power, New Tech Tuesdays, Open Source, Power, RF, Robotics, Sensors, Wireless by Rudy Ramos
Rudy Ramos
As miniaturization advances, the importance of using the right tools becomes crucial. High-performance testing equipment enables engineers to tackle modern circuit design challenges with precision, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability in complex circuit designs.
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Tagged With: 14-bit adc, battery-powered devices, design engineers, infiniivision hd3, iot debugging, keysight, low-power devices, mixed-signal oscilloscope, noise floor, noise reduction, oscilloscopes, signal clarity, vertical resolution
Using Technology for Resilience
On October 30, 2024 in All, General, Industrial, IoT, Sensors by Hector Barresi
Hector Barresi
Industry 5.0 technologies enable companies to integrate predictive maintenance, adaptive manufacturing, and digital twins, leading to improved resilience, better adaptability, increased efficiency, and enhanced productivity.
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Tagged With: adaptive manufacturing, ai, artificial intelligence, digital twin, industry 5.0, internet of things, iot, predictive maintenance, resilience

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