Articles and blogs
Energy-efficient RGB LED indicators are ideal for embedded systems and offer vibrant colors, durability, and compact design.
How Schneider Electric’s Pro-face™ HMI portfolio supports automation requirements in packaging, material handling, assembly, and process applications.
A discussion of the basics of Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) as a power-control technique and some of the applications it’s used in.
Build an automation project in CODESYS, from initial setup to runtime testing by configuring the device tree, mapping I/O channels, programming logic, etc.
Explore a modular approach to 22 mm pilot devices that addresses industrial challenges with the Eaton M22 series field-configurable functionality pushbuttons.
Speakers depend not only on their internal components but also on the acoustic environment in which they operate, such as rear enclosures.
Learn how APEM Dual Icon series LED indicators use dichroic technology to save equipment panel space and provide clear visibility of system status.
How sensor, safety solutions and industrial control components contribute to safe motion control, adaptive system behavior, and deterministic decision-making.
Industrial infrastructure requires disconnect switches to isolate electrical circuits safely for maintenance, emergency shutdowns, or regulatory compliance.
The increasing demand for enhanced interactivity has accelerated the adoption of haptic technologies across multiple sectors.
Acoustic speaker integration plays a critical role in determining acoustic performance, often outweighing the intrinsic quality of the speaker itself.
A brief technical overview examining the operational principles of slide switches, their primary configurations, and key electrical/mechanical considerations.
Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and gateways have become integral components, enabling the seamless interaction between humans and complex systems.
A review of power and heater controllers with a look at issues related to temperature sensor technologies and PLCs optimized for small to medium-sized machines.
An examination of speaker technology including fundamental operating principles, important specifications, design considerations, and cone and magnet types.
ADI's platform approach for creating open-ear audio AR glasses applications includes audio capture, playback, and battery management components and algorithms.
A unified and cybersecure Industry 4.0 deployment requires many levels of connectivity starting on the factory floor with the control of individual devices.
Designers eager to exploit haptic capabilities can take advantage of readily available components to enhance digital experiences beyond sight and hearing.
A brief overview of the IEC 60601-1-8 standard in regards to audible alarms and good solutions that satisfy this standard.
Off-the-shelf resistive touchscreens and controllers simplify HMI implementations where ruggedness and operation with a bare or gloved finger are required.
