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An exciting resurgence of investment and innovation in industrial equipment and infrastructure is happening now. From designing, building and getting your industrial application to market—browse our industrial knowledge base or read about new technologies and the engineers and processes behind them.
How multiprotocol devices with increased security are changing the IoT
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Philip Ling
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November 29, 2024
The IoT has been evolving for more than two decades and we’ve been talking about security for just as long.
Why your next relay or fuse could be a transistor
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Philip Ling
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October 8, 2024
We now have semiconductor substrates that can handle extremely high voltages and currents. But do transistor-based switches still have a place in the high-power domain?
The chips are down for chip down design in small to medium volume applications
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Harvey Wilson
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September 16, 2024
This article will compare the two approaches and show why module-based design is the best solution for the majority of small and medium volume applications.
Accelerating the Development of “Smart” Industrial Equipment
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Harvey Wilson
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September 16, 2024
This article elaborates challenges before discussing how the Arduino product portfolio and ecosystem accelerates time to market.
Defect visual inspection using AI enables multiple emerging markets
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Michaël Uyttersprot
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August 8, 2024
Machine vision is enabling many existing and emerging markets. Security, manufacturing and industrial automation all use machine vision. Adding artificial intelligence (AI) inferencing at the sensor provides many benefits. Industrial automation combines ...
Ethernet evolution: The rise of SPE and TSN in automotive and industrial applications
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Harvey Wilson
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September 14, 2023
IT professionals quickly recognized the benefits of networking computers and peripherals as the burgeoning computer industry established itself in the 1980s. However, making it a reality was another matter...
Explore options for choosing an optical rotary encoder for motion control and position sensing
July 24, 2023
Rotary position sensing is used in motor control and user interface panels. It comprises various encoding methods. Optical encoders can offer advantages. We look at the options and how to choose the right one for your application.
How are magnetic rotary encoders used in industrial automation?
July 24, 2023
The Hall effect is used in rotary encoders to monitor position, speed and direction in electric motors and rotary dials. The encoder designs vary, so it is helpful to understand the main features and how they affect performance.
Factory automation realizes boost from new technologies
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Philip Ling
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July 23, 2023
The technologies behind automation must combine reliability and stability with an eagerness to develop in a commercially responsible way. Discover the technologies making the grade right now.
Combining GaN and SiC for cost-effective power conversion
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Avnet Staff
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April 20, 2023
The public image of silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) is as wonder materials. We know they are displacing older silicon technology, boosting the efficiency of power conversion stages. However, neither is a universal solution.
Key Considerations of Condition Monitoring
February 27, 2023
Condition monitoring is one of the pivotal ways in which the advent of Industry 4.0 is bringing about major improvements within the industrial sector.
Yes, you can get to market fast in IoT
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Mark Josewski
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January 9, 2023
The IoT is giving OEMs new ways to serve customers. With these new products come new business models. Bringing a new solution to market takes effort. Where should you put your resources?
Asset tracking: Optimising your capital assets and enabling real-time supply chain visibility
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Mike Hartmann
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October 11, 2022
Asset tracking must be one of the best internet of things (IoT) applications created this decade.
How robust testing forms part of the SiC supply chain
October 11, 2022
In high reliability/availability applications, SiC semiconductors are seen as emerging technology. This article explains their benefits and how an end-to-end supply chain with robust testing makes SiC a safe design option.
Why should you consider a smart monitoring system for your diesel engine?
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Philip Ling
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August 17, 2022
The IoT is changing the way we manage and maintain essential assets. Smart sensors, cloud-based analytics and remote management are coming together to increase productivity, efficiency and reliability.
A closer look at SiC quality
June 27, 2022
Silicon carbide builds on established manufacturing methodologies but requires entirely new manufacturing processes. Increasing yield and reducing costs relies on imposing the highest quality at every stage.
Why you should care about SiC figures of merit
June 10, 2022
SiC semiconductors are becoming ubiquitous in power conversion equipment, particularly in the areas of EVs, solar and energy storage systems. This article reviews applications and explores the figures of merit that can be used to compare devices.
Analog and digital - a symbiotic relationship
April 28, 2022
In this article we investigate the diversity of analog ICs available, their functions, and some of the online design resources available to assist engineers in speeding through the design process
How no-code design could accelerate Industrial IoT development
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Philip Ling
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January 14, 2022
Developing large numbers of new and diverse devices for an Industrial IoT solution can challenge your engineering resources. Using a no-code approach to development can reduce the size and complexity of that challenge.
The Industrial IoT is driving economic growth
January 14, 2022
With billions of dollars at stake, Industrial IoT isn’t just about financials. Safety, scalability and flexibility are part of digital transformation. In industrial sectors this has significant implications, but is no longer unchartered territory.
Engineering considerations for LoRaWAN gateway design
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Harvey Wilson
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December 6, 2021
The Internet of Things (IoT) is growing rapidly, and with that comes a growing demand for connectivity.
Smart Companies: IoT Solutions for the real world
June 4, 2021
Smart companies develop new technologies, that solve important problems and long-term challenges. IoT Solutions for the real world!
5G Campus Networks: Build your own
May 29, 2021
Operating a private campus network offers several advantages and will help improve production and enable factory automation.
Top 10 pitfalls in developing machine vision systems with artificial intelligence
April 28, 2021
Machine vision (MV) and artificial intelligence (AI) provide valuable inspection and analysis capabilities to a wide range of leading-edge applications. As with all advanced technologies, there are pitfalls to avoid.
FPGA vs. GPU vs. CPU – hardware options for AI applications
April 28, 2021
Field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) deliver many advantages to artificial intelligence (AI) applications. How do graphics processing units (GPUs) and traditional central processing units (CPUs) compare?
Designing for the IoT as Intelligence Moves to the Edge
December 16, 2020
The Internet of Everything will be all inclusive, from huge data centers to single-purpose sensors. While individual power requirements vary across the IoT, the need for energy efficiency will be present everywhere.
Logistics: Automating the last 50 Feet
February 16, 2020
The last mile of the logistics chain is a huge challenge but the closer you approach your destination, the more complex and expensive it gets.
Urban Robots: Street Smarts
February 15, 2020
Technologists and business titans are all pushing the limits of technology in a breathtaking sprint to bring robots to our streets.
IoT Agencies: How to Jump-Start Projects
February 15, 2020
Many companies face the challenge of realizing their IoT projects, and agencies can help. Their services range from the examination of the idea to developing the operational prototype.
IIoT: Interview with Professor Dieter Kempf – Germany is Well-positioned
February 14, 2020
Smart Industry talked with Professor Dieter Kempf, the president of the German Industrial Association (BDI), about small to medium-sized businesses (Mittelstand) and the race to lead in IIoT.