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Axiomtek introduces DSP300-318 integrated with Acer Being Device Management (BDM)
Measuring 20 mm in thickness, the DSP300-318 is specially designed for digital menu boards, self-ordering systems, retail applications, queuing systems, interactive kiosks, video walls, and more. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What Is the Purpose of an Optical Isolation Circuit on a Digital Input Card in a PLC I/O System?
An optical isolation circuit is used to provide a barrier between the field wiring & associated field wiring issues (shorts, ground loops, transients, etc.) -
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Carnegie Mellon research aims at identifying causes for defects in 3D Printing
New research published today in Science, led by researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and Argonne National Laboratory, has identified how and when these gas pockets form, as well as a methodology to predict their formation – a pivotal discovery that could dramatically improve the 3D printing process. -
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Calculating Acceleration for Linear Motion
By H2W Technologies Determining the right motion control solution may require some calculations to match the specifications found on a given motors data sheet. -
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Advanced Micro Controls introduces SD4840E2 integrated controller + drive
The SD4840E2 integrated controller + drive communicates with the host PLC over the EtherNet/IP, Modbus-TCP, or Profinet network, and move commands are programmed through the host PLC’s software. -
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IBASE releases IBQ800 low-power CPU module
Designed to operate at extended temperatures ranging from -40°C to +85°C, the IBQ800 is suitable for use in industrial environments and vertical market segments including automation, gaming, ATM, transportation, power utility and digital signage. -
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Micro-Epsilon introduces capaNCDT 61x0/IP capacitive displacement measuring system
The capaNCDT 61x0/IP capacitive measuring system is specially designed for industrial measurement tasks where precision is required. It detects parameters such as displacement, distance, deflection, expansion, and deformation of conductive targets. -
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ControlAir announces Type 7000 Precision Air Pressure Regulator
The Type 7000 is designed to provide regulation accuracy and repeatability during variable high flow conditions. The large port size options and construction make it suitable to be used in arange of pneumatic control systems. -
Industry Product
NewTek Sensor Solutions introduces M-375 Miniature LVDT Linear Position Sensors
The NewTek M-375 Series transducers are available in ranges from ± 0.025 inch (± 0.63 mm) to ± 1.0 inch (±25 mm) and operate at a linearity of ±0.15% of Full Range Typical (0.25% max). -
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ISA Announces Release of Fluid Mechanics of Control Valves: How Valves Control Your Process
The book reflects the latest understanding of how fluid mechanics and acoustics affect control valve performance. -
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Inside the Advantages of Sensorless Closed Loop Control
By Mark Checkley, KEB Automation While feedback devices may be the usual choice for control of motors, sensorless closed loop control can provide design engineers and machine builders with the ability to add value and a competitive advantage to their machines. -
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Maplesoft and Sigmetrix announce direct operations in China
The two Cybernet Group companies now have an office in Shanghai that is staffed by local experts to provide products and solutions to their customers within all of China. -
Industry Product
Antaira Technologies announces AMS-2111 Series industrial wireless device
Embedded with the Qualcomm/Atheros AR9331 chipset, it boasts network robustness, stability, and network coverage with a low voltage input. Based on IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, the access point supports high-speed data transmission of up to 150MBps. -
Industry Product
AutomationDirect announces 325 frame size IronHorse cast iron worm gearboxes
These 3.25” input to output shaft distance gearboxes areavailable in ratios of 10:1, 15:1, 20:1, 30:1, 40:1, & 60:1 with outputs in left hand shaft, right hand shaft, dual shaft, and hollow shaft. -
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Siemens PLM Software announces enterprise Mentor Embedded Linux (MEL) solution
This MEL technology is a configurable distribution that provides an operating system platform for embedded systems development and is a result of the continued integration of the recently acquired embedded systems design capabilities from Mentor Graphics. -
FeatureWhat Skill Sets Do You Need to Excel at IIoT Applications in an Automation Industry Career?
The Industrial Internet of Things offers much greater availability of data to provide the knowledge needed to sustain and improve plant safety, reliability and performance. -
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Valve Manufacturers Association of America (VMA) announces 2019 Annual Valve Industry Knowledge Forum
The 2nd Annual Valve Industry Knowledge Forum will be held April 9-11, 2019 at the Doubletree Hotel at Perimeter Park in Birmingham, AL. -
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ATEN Technology announces 4-Port USB 4K HDMI Multi-View KVMP Switch
The CM1284 boundless switch enables users to manage data more efficiently by allowing multiple video sources to be selected, switched and displayed simultaneously with independent keyboard and mouse control. -
Industry Product
Moticont releases LVCM-032-076-02 Linear Voice Coil Motor
Integrated into new and existing applications the motor features a 10-32 UNC-2B threaded mounting hole in the center of the housing and two 6-32-UNC-2B threaded mounting holes on the coil end. -
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Tompkins Robotics introduces t-Sort Plus automated sortation system
The t-Sort system is a robotic material handling system and has applications for both unit and parcel sortation. This automated sortation system consists of autonomous robots.
