Sensors

How to Build a Better Sensor Characterization System

Dec 26, 2020

Sensor characterization is one of the most important tasks to ensure product development success for load and pressure applications and devices.

Friday Funny: Cat vs. Dog Obstacle Course

Dec 11, 2020

While a cat may not be as willing to please as a dog, the cat may be the more polite roommate.

15 Unique Holiday Gifts for Engineers

Dec 11, 2020

Check out these cool engineer themed gifts. All of them are available on Amazon.com.

The Post-COVID Future of the Manufacturing Workforce

Dec 08, 2020

In his Virtual Engineering Week presentation, Ryan Chan of Upkeep described the changes in the manufacturing labor we can expect during and after the pandemic.

Origami-Designed Motor Scooter, 3D Printed Weather Station, and More Supplier News

Dec 04, 2020

This week’s news includes everything from an eye-safe machine laser to a smart mold injection process.

The Future of Manufacturing is Data

Dec 03, 2020

Whether it’s predictive maintenance systems or smart PLCs, manufacturers are grabbing data to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and replace retiring knowledge workers.

Friday Funny: Hilarious Rube Goldberg Setup

Nov 13, 2020

We’ve seen ingenious Rube Goldberg extended setups, but this is the first time we’ve seen a Rube Goldberg that is pure comedy.

Digital Technology Bolsters Manufacturing During Pandemic

Nov 11, 2020

Digital technology – including augmented reality – is helping manufacturers stay fully operational during COVID-19.

Preparing the Workspace During COVID-19

Nov 10, 2020

Siemens has developed a system design to guide companies through the process of reopening the workplace during the pandemic.

Open-Source Software Moves into Industry 4.0

Nov 08, 2020

The era of proprietary automation systems is giving way to open-source approaches to smart manufacturing, from robot operating systems to open-source execution management systems.

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