Automation and Control

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  • Video: Data-driven testing gives startups ability to fail and succeed faster

    Startups that use a series of randomized controlled trials to test options for product features are more successful, on average, than those that don’t.

  • Oriental Motor expands PKP stepper motor series

    The center shaft spur gear features increased torque and a larger shaft for greater radial load but without a larger frame size.

  • Digital innovations in water utility management

    Since the water industry is suffering from a shortage of experienced workers, an AI network of knowledge may be the solution to ensuring problems are addressed as quickly as possible.

  • HBK launches new LDS shaker system

    By introducing flexibility with different test scenarios while also maintaining many alternative energy-saving options, overall performance costs drop significantly.

  • NBK's new series: Auto-positioning units dramatically improve setup work

    NBK added new models of auto-positioning units: EPU-series and it is controlled with EtherNet/IP and Modbus RTU, not only CC-LinkTM.

  • Video: Natural hazard notification system engineered for IAEA

    The system will alert the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) of floods, wildfires and other natural hazards that could potentially affect nuclear sites.

  • Video: Amazon introduces its Astro home robot

    So-named for the popular animated series' dog, Astro can help with tasks in the home.

  • M8 snap-in cable connectors simplify safe signal transmission in sensor-actuator applications

    Featuring snap-in quick locking, the cable connectors are ideal in applications requiring reliable signal transmission and subject to installation space constraints.

  • Video: Green submarine designed for UK maritime sector

    A green submarine design project has been?named?as?one of?55 winning projects of a £23 million ($32.8 million) U.K. government-funded R&D competition.

  • Urban air quality monitoring on the move

    A pickup truck has been equipped with atmospheric research instruments to study urban microclimates.

  • Drop-in motor solution for robotics applications

    The compact frameless brushless motors are machine wound with bondable magnet wire for superior dependability.

  • Shape-morphing battery stretches like a snake

    The stretchable battery mimics the design and flexibility of snake scales.

  • Inspection robot designed for the oil and gas industry

    Magneto-EX promises to keep human inspectors safe from hazardous environments.

  • Digitization turns 50-year-old Wabtec plant into smart super facilities

    Keeping up with the evolving demands of a transforming operation facilities market requires ongoing strategic investments.

  • Watch this autonomous walker seek out patients in hospitals, nursing homes

    The walker will autonomously locate patients who want to take a stroll.

  • How to find water on the Moon and Mars

    Fortunately for aspiring astronauts and mission planners, technology is being advanced to locate and exploit water resources on the Moon and Mars.

  • See what the drone saw inside Hurricane Sam

    In a world first, a camera-equipped ocean drone was piloted into a Category 4 hurricane.

  • A dive into demand response programs

    Electric utilities can compensate consumers for reducing energy usage during times of power system stress or high market electricity prices.

  • All-in-one sensor system for precise thickness measurements in the line

    thicknessGAUGE sensor systems are used for precise thickness measurements of strip materials, plates and sheets.

  • Video: Defense contractor introduces its patrol robot

    The REX MKII patrols, gathers information and carries supplies and the wounded.

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