Industrial Computers and Embedded Systems Reference Materials
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How to Run a Local LLM: A Guide to RAG Using the OnLogic Karbon 804
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Generative AI, a branch of machine learning that leverages large language models (LLMs), is quickly becoming one of the most impactful categories of AI tools and has the potential to add tremendous ...
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Transformations and Challenges in AI for the Future
Description: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has a wide range of uses that have already begun transforming industries and everyday life. For example, in healthcare, AI plays a pivotal role in medical diagnosis, ...
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Warehouse Automation Technology for Productivity, Accuracy and Safety
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Warehouse automation technology is designed to improve workflow in warehouse operations. Unquestionably, businesses are under enormous pressure with an ongoing labor shortage to increase warehouse ...
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Regulatory Considerations for Computer Hardware - UL Certification and More
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: In development of electronic devices, you may ask yourself - how important are these regulatory certifications - are they all really necessary? Whether you are a hardware manufacturer, a system ...
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Machine Vision: The Eyes of Automation
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: The term machine vision has become ubiquitous - but just what is machine vision and how can businesses leverage this transformative technology? Whether in manufacturing processes, industrial ...
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Boost Your Raspberry Pi Performance: Safe Overclocking Guide
Description: Learn how to safely increase your Raspberry Pi's CPU & GPU speeds for enhanced performance-step-by- step instructions, cooling tips, and benchmark insights! ...
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What is an Embedded Computer?
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: A question we get asked a lot is, “what is an embedded computer?” An embedded PC functions as part of a larger device or system, rather than being used as a standalone computer. Typically, ...
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How To Use Raspberry Pi Pico W To Control RC Car Robot
From: PCBWayDescription: In this guide, we'll be building a remote-controlled Raspberry Pi Pico W Remote Controlled Car. We’ll also be creating a web server so that we can control the car robot from anywhere in the ...
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AI and machine learning goes mainstream
From: Nordic Semiconductor ASADescription: In my last blog on AI and Machine Learning (ML) I emphasized that AI and ML would transform the IoT, not in 10 or even five years from now, but on product roadmaps coming to market within the next ...
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How to Choose the Perfect PSU for Your PC Build
From: Win Source ElectronicsDescription: Discover essential factors like wattage, efficiency, size, and noise level to ensure stable power for your system's performance and future upgrades. ...
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Comprehensive Guide to BOM File Creation for Engineering Projects
Description: Explore key elements, best practices, and the different types of BOM structures to streamline your manufacturing process and optimize project success. ...
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Secure Boot: The Key to Enhancing Edge Device Security
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Secure Boot is a vital security feature that protects your edge devices from malware and unauthorized software during the boot process. This blog will give you a high-level overview and explain what ...
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AI Inference: Benefits of Using a Hybrid Cloud Solution
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: AI inference is the process by which an artificial intelligence (AI) model or algorithm uses its AI training to come to conclusions based on new data. As many organizations look to use vision-based AI ...
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DisplayPort vs HDMI - Which Connector is Best for Embedded and Industrial Devices?
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Looking to connect a monitor to your computer and unsure whether you should use the DisplayPort or HDMI connector? They are both high definition media ports which can carry HD video and audio. ...
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How to Use HMIs to Improve Energy Efficiency
Description: Manufacturers have the opportunity to enhance energy efficiency by utilizing human-machine interface (HMI) software. This technology enables them to measure and monitor energy usage, leveraging this ...
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Advantages of HMIs
Description: There are various ways HMIs improve operator efficiency ...
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Leveraging Data for Smart Building Solutions with Nantum AI
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Nantum AI's goals are to improve the way electricity is consumed and reduce the overall quantity of power consumed in buildings. Since buildings account for more than 70% of U.S. electricity use, and ...
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ETL Listed vs UL Listed: A Guide to Understanding Safety Certifications
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Tiny logos representing UL Listed, ETL Listed, and CE Certifications (just to name a few) have become commonplace on all manner of technology products. But what do these safety marks really mean? What ...
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Developing Innovative IIoT Energy Solutions with Intelligent Industries
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Intelligent Industries, based in the UK, leverages edge computing, IoT, AI, and machine learning to provide innovative solutions to address common industrial challenges for their clients. They enable ...
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What is MLOps?
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: MLOps stands for Machine Learning Operations and is a set of practices that automate and simplify machine learning (ML) workflows and deployment. With nearly half of businesses using machine learning, ...
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Getting Started with AI
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: There seems to be universal agreement that AI (Artificial Intelligence) is the biggest thing to happen to humanity since the internet. But it’s one thing to understand the potential of AI, ...
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Democratizing AI in Manufacturing: OnLogic, Guise AI, Intel & Red Hat
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Democratizing AI is the talk of the digital town. It’s turning the promise of AI (artificial intelligence) into real-world solutions. Manufacturers in particular have a lot to gain from the ...
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Taking Industrial Control Systems Offline
From: Critical Link, LLCDescription: Much has been written about the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT). And we've even contributed a bit of what's been written ourselves, as we did with a June post on the IIOT. As has been widely ...
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Empowering Solar Operations Through Smart Technology
From: AdvantechDescription: In the evolving landscape of green energy, synergy between industrial technology advancements and infrastructure is pivotal for performance, sustainability, and efficiency. ...
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Building a Connected IoT Infrastructure to Achieve BESS Efficiency
From: AdvantechDescription: In the rapidly growing market of renewable energy and micro-grids, battery energy storage systems (BESS) have emerged as a crucial solution for achieving energy transformation and sustainable ...
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Leveraging Data for a Smart Building
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: A smart building uses technology and real-time data to optimize operations and enable efficient and economical use of energy while creating a safe and comfortable environment for occupants. ...
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A Guide for HMIs
Description: Machines are designed to alleviate the workload on manual labor, yet ultimately, they are under the control of users. The interface facilitating user control over these machines is referred to as HMI, ...
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Top 5 Ways Manufacturers Leverage Artificial Intelligence
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: AI in manufacturing is a critical part of Industry 4.0, where production is driven by data, analytics, and networked technologies. Businesses are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to improve all ...
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Understanding USB 3.2 vs. USB 3.1 vs. 3.0: What Are Their Differences?
From: e-con Systems™ IncDescription: Knowing the differences between USB 3.2, USB 3.1, and USB 3.0 helps equip the right application with the right camera interface. Discover what differentiates these powerful interfaces from each other ...
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SIMATIC PCS neo: Redefining Cybersecurity
Description: With the introduction of SIMATIC PCS neo, Siemens aims to set new standards in process automation by offering an innovative, webbased process control system. As a completely new system software, ...
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7 Step Process to Selecting an Industrial Panel PC
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Industrial Panel PCs are designed to meet the demanding requirements of a typical Industry 4.0 application including exposure to dust, extreme temperatures, and shock and vibration. The best Panel PC ...
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Setting Up Smart SCADA for Digital Transformation
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: In the world of modern business, data is everything. Collecting it, analyzing it and - most importantly - acting on it, is the difference between businesses that thrive and those that fail. Whichever ...
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What Does IP65 Mean?
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: You’ve been tasked to find the best IP65 rated Panel PC. Your first question might be – what does IP65 mean? The quick answer is that IP65 is an international standard that indicates that ...
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Demystifying Optical Bonding for Industrial Panel PCs
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: Panel PCs are the workhorses of the factory floor. They provide data visualization, interaction, and control, all while frequently battling dust, moisture, and demanding operators. But when it comes ...
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Edge AI Architecture: The Edge is the Place to be for AI
From: OnLogic Inc.Description: AI seems to be part of every technology-related conversation lately. While for some time AI appeared more hype than reality, we now seem to be at an important inflection point. As one example of ...
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The Evolution of HMI Systems
Description: The evolution of Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) has unfolded over decades, influenced and propelled by emerging technologies in electronics, telecommunication, and power engineering. Over the past 30 ...
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How to Communicate through HMI Systems
Description: Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) play a critical role in efficiently monitoring and controlling control systems, whether they are on a small scale or span multiple geographic locations. Regardless of ...
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The Evolution of the PLC
Description: Initially employed for discrete and process-control applications, as sophistication increased, the PLC transitioned into a comprehensive automation controller. ...
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How Cellular Technologies Solve Common Connectivity Challenges for Electric Vehicle Charging
From: AdvantechDescription: With the electric vehicle market expanding, the reliability and adaptability of cellular connectivity is essential to support seamless operation and growth of charging infrastructure. Find out how as ...
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Connectivity and Compliance in Product Inspection
Description: With production data driving the digital era, food safety specialist Fortress Technology reviews how, at the push of a button, automated data collection and record keeping provides valuable insight ...
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Using Queue's in FRTOS to Take Over Printf Functionality
From: Infineon Technologies AGDescription: If you are like me, I don't like to have my tasks just sitting around waiting. I want my routines to be doing things or sleeping. One issue for me is the waiting for a peripheral to be freed up and ...
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Critical Link Introduces Agilex 5 SoC FPGA Solutions
From: Critical Link, LLCDescription: Critical Link, LLC, a leading US-based manufacturer of FPGA, DSP, and CPU-based System on Modules, is pleased to announce new embedded solutions around the Agilex 5 SoC FPGA E-Series from Altera®. ...
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Intelligent Logistic Automation: AGV Computing Power for Autonomous Forklift
From: AdvantechDescription: The shipping industry is facing a wide range of challenges at ports, such as constantly rising demand necessitating more efficient loading and unloading facilities, as well as elevated manpower costs ...
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Enhance Factory Operator Safety with AI Technology
From: AdvantechDescription: Workplace safety is vital to protect employees from hazards and other dangers that may occur in the workplace. The Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index reported that for every $1 a company invests in ...
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Go Big or Go Home ...How Does a Small Business Approach Tradeshows?
Description: Tradeshows have all kicked back into high gear these past two years, and people are attending in masses! They have missed networking, seeing all the fun new technology, inventions and robots. The BIG ...
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What Is Device Enablement?
Description: Every factory floor is lined with various devices, from sensors and actuators to motor drives and PLCs. When these devices are connected to the network, they can communicate with other devices and ...
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Data Processing Capability of PLC
Description: PLCs of different models and specifications have different processing capabilities. High-end PLCs are usually equipped with more powerful processors and larger memory capacity, capable of handling ...
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What is a Flow Cytometer and How Does it Work?
From: e-con Systems™ IncDescription: Embedded vision technology plays an important role in flow cytometers. They enable the acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of large amounts of cellular data in real time. Find out what flow ...
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Combined Machine Tool by PLC
Description: Of course, the use of PLC control for combined machine tools has become a major trend in modern manufacturing. ...
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AC Servo Motor Control Method
Description: In position control mode, the control system achieves precise positioning by controlling the position of the servo motor. An encoder or other position sensor is usually used to feed back the actual ...
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Single and Multi-Turn Servo Encoder
Description: Single-turn and multi-turn encoders are devices used to measure the rotational position of servo motors, and the difference between them is mainly in the measurement range and accuracy. Single-turn ...
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Why is Sony® ISX031 a Perfect Fit for Outdoor Applications?
From: e-con Systems™ IncDescription: Sensors play a crucial role in mastering outdoor imaging by offering advanced features tailored to these demanding conditions. By leveraging sensor advancements, imaging solutions can overcome the ...
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Applications of Programmable Gateway
Description: Do you know the concept of a programmable gateway, which refers to a gateway device that can flexibly modify the program? ...
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10 Keys to Understanding MTConnect
Description: MTConnect is an open, royalty-free standard that provides a very detailed semantic vocabulary for devices in the tooling industry. Established in 2006, MTConnect has become the universal interface ...
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Generator Distributor Saves Money by Saving Time
Description: Our client is a distributor of generators and power systems as well as a maintenance service provider for commercial and industrial customers. When it comes to installations, our client provides ...
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Implementing Automation Processes in Everyday Ways
Description: As an Application Engineer for Real Time Automation, Inc., I work with customers day in and day out, installing and integrating RTA products into their systems. After a pretty significant ...
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What is Controller Area Networking (CAN)?
Description: CAN or Controller Area Networking was probably one of the first technologies that I learned as a young engineer. In the days of 8-bit, 4 MHz microprocessors, CAN was king. It was an easy way to ...
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What Does Phase Mean?
Description: When we buy a stepper motor, we often see how many phases does this stepper motor have, what does this phase mean here? ...
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Main Classifications of Industrial Ethernet
Description: Industrial Ethernet is a field bus developed based on Ethernet system that is more suitable for use in industrial production environments. ...
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Characteristics of Single/Multi Mode Fiber
Description: The main difference between single-mode fiber and multimode fiber lies in transmission distance, bandwidth and dispersion. ...
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How to Set the Baud Rate of CAN to Fiber Optic Repeater
Description: CAN to fiber optic repeater, also called fiber optic CAN bridge, is a tool for transmitting data by means of optical signals instead of CANBUS electrical signals. The setting method of the fiber optic ...
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TCP Server Mode of Ethernet CAN Gateway
Description: Before we use the Ethernet CAN gateway, we need to configure various parameters, including the connection mode setting of the device. There are two common Ethernet CAN gateway connection modes, namely ...
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Ensuring You Get the Best Protocol Gateway
Description: Here at Real Time Automation®, we specialize in making easy-to-use connectivity products, including industrial protocol gateways, embedded source code stacks and customized OEM solutions. And ...
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The Benefits of High-Tech Training for People in Non-Tech Positions
Description: In today’s digitally driven world, high-tech skills have become essential for all people in all industries, not just those in technology-based positions at tech companies. In 2022, the World ...
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UDP Communication Mode of Ethernet CAN Device
Description: Ethernet CAN devices are generally integrated with one Ethernet port and two CAN ports, which can realize the intercommunication between computers and CANBUS communication devices. Before using the ...
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What is a Bus?
Description: What is a Bus? The Bus is a public communication line, any device can connect to it. For example, now there are three devices A, B and C connected to the bus, if A wants to communicate with B, that ...
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Comparison of EtherCat and Profinet
Description: EtherCAT and PROFINET are both real-time Ethernet-based fieldbuses that are used in industrial automation applications. Both protocols have 100Mbps baud rate, and use Ethernet as the base layer in the ...
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What is Modbus Protocol?
Description: Modbus Protocol is a messaging structure developed by Modicon in 1979. It is used to establish client-server communication between intelligent devices. Modbus has become a standard communication ...
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e-con Systems launches 13MP GMSL2 multi-camera solution for Thundercomm RB5 robotics kit
From: e-con Systems™ IncDescription: e-con Systems recently launched NileCAM130M, a 13MP monochrome GMSL2 multi-camera solution that can be readily integrated with the Thundercomm RB5 kit. Discover the key features and use cases of ...
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6 Benefits of Human Machine Interfaces (HMIS)
Description: HMIs have evolved over the past 30 years placing them at the forefront of industrial automation communication and control. ...
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CANopen Communication System (Part 2)
Description: It is worth noting that with the introduction of CAN FD, CANopen FD, as the next generation CANopen standard, may play an increasingly important role. Compared with the CAN bus and the J1939 protocol, ...
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A Refresher Course on OSI & TCP/IP
Description: EtherNet/IP. PROFINET. Modbus. MQTT. OPC UA. We spend so much time and energy talking about protocol after protocol, which ones work, which ones don't, I thought now might be a great time to go back ...
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Taking a Drive Down the Data Highway
Description: Do you remember the term data highway? That’s what they called the internet way back when. It’s also what Allen-Bradley decided to call one of its early proprietary networking protocols: ...
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6 Things to Consider When Choosing Your GPU Rackmont Workstation
From: Acnodes CorporationDescription: When choosing a GPU for a rackmount computer, it's important to consider factors such as form factor, power consumption, cooling, compatibility, performance, and budget. Compatibility is a critical ...
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Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Overview
From: Acnodes CorporationDescription: EMI stands for Electromagnetic Interference. It refers to the disturbance that can occur in electronic devices or communication systems due to the presence of electromagnetic waves. Electromagnetic ...
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How ChatGPT is Impacting Cybersecurity
Description: This blog covers topics on automation cybersecurity such as risk assessment, compliance, educational resources, and how to leverage the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards. The material and information ...
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Military Standard (MIL-STD) Overview
From: Acnodes CorporationDescription: The military standard, which is often referred to as MIL-STD, is a series of guidelines and requirements established by the United States Department of Defense (DoD) for military equipment and ...
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Types of Compliance
From: Acnodes CorporationDescription: CE compliance refers to compliance with the requirements of the European Union's (EU) Conformité Européene (CE) marking, which indicates that a product conforms to relevant health, ...
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What is a Rackmount GPU Workstation?
From: Acnodes CorporationDescription: A GPU workstation is a powerful computing machine designed specifically to perform highly demanding and complex graphical computations using high-performance graphics processing units (GPUs). These ...
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COMs Ease Concerns Related to Compatibility, Long-Life, Security, and More
From: WINSYSTEMS, INC.Description: This white paper explains the difference between Computer-on-Modules (COMs) and single board computers (SBCs), and highlights several key advantages that COMs technology can convey to embedded ...
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Why Bother to Support Codesys?
Description: Of course, if you are used to using OpenPCS software, you can also choose to flash the corresponding kernel. Why bother to support Codesys? Because it has the following advantages: ...
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Candy Manufacturer Finds RTA Gateways a Real Threat
Description: A recognized leader in systems integration, control systems, custom machines, control panels and engineered solutions was working with a client with a connectivity issue. The end client, an ...
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Debug and Program Embedded Applications Remotely
From: Red Pitaya, d.o.o.Description: If you are looking to debug and program embedded applications remotely from home, then this might be what you were looking for. ...
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Choosing the Most Suitable Predictive Maintenance Sensor for Industry 4.0
From: Newark, An Avnet CompanyDescription: Many industrial motors work for extended periods. For example, motors in chemical, food processing, and power generation plants routinely work for 20 years (and more) in continuous production ...
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How to Make a PoE PD System More Efficient by Using a Flyback Converter
From: Newark, An Avnet CompanyDescription: PoE sends power over the Ethernet cable by injecting 50 V DC into the center taps of the Ethernet transformers. Power is sent via two or four twisted pairs of cables. One of the key aspects of the ...
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How to Implement Convolutional Neural Network on STM32 and Arduino
From: Newark, An Avnet CompanyDescription: In most cases, useful machine learning algorithms require huge amounts of computational resources (CPU and RAM cycles). However, TensorFlow Lite recently released an experimental version that works on ...
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How to Use the Bus IO Coupler
Description: The Bus IO coupler is a typical slave tool. It can only be used with the master device, usually a controller such as a PLC. We know that if PLC wants to achieve automatic control, it must first ...
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How to Connect CAN Fiber Optic Modules Hand in Hand?
Description: CAN fiber optic module is also called CAN to fiber optic repeater, which generally realizes the purpose of remote CAN relay of several kilometers or even tens of kilometers. Currently, there are three ...
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CAN Bus Cross-sea Communication
Description: When we are carrying out the construction of cross-sea bridges, we definitely need the unified dispatching and use of all kinds of construction machinery, so how do they connect? Of course it is a ...
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How to Interface Groov EPIC (Edge Programmable Industrial Controller) with AWS for a Cloud Application using Node-Red
From: Newark, An Avnet CompanyDescription: How to configure this device for MQTT data communication with AWS (Amazon Web Services) using built-in Node-Red, an open-source software program. ...
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Can Codesys be used on PLCs
Description: CANopen is a control bus with one master and multiple slaves, and PLC can play the role of master controller in it. Compared with other field buses, the most prominent feature of CANopen is low ...
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Basic Knowledge of PLC
Description: PLC interface and its functions (1) Input interface: Accepts the signal of the controlled device and drives the internal circuit to turn on or off through the coupler device and the input circuit. (2) ...
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What is Communication Protocol
Description: Communication is the communication between two or more parties, and a communication protocol is a communication method that two or more parties need to abide by. For example, it is now stipulated that ...
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How to Build a Digital Process for Traceability
From: Pleora Technologies Inc.Description: Digital Transformation has become such a buzzword recently, especially for markets with high-value manufactured products and highly regulated industries. But, what is it about digital transformation ...
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Harsh Environments Call for Rugged Computers and Components
From: Acnodes CorporationDescription: What Makes a Harsh environment? ...
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How Do You Track the Moving Parts of a Technology Project?
From: Belden Inc.Description: Estimating and project management can make or break your technology projects in terms of time, money and effort. As demand for integrators’ services continues to increase, the backlog of ...
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How to Match Industrial Edge Applications to Your Business Goals
From: Belden Inc.Description: Editor’s Note: This blog is a continuation of our industrial edge blog series. In our first blog, we discussed IIoT and the value of collecting data. In the second blog, we discussed industrial ...
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Industrial Computing Shows Efficiency In Smart Factories
From: Acnodes CorporationDescription: Smart factories need industrial computing to run efficiency and maintain the factories with more technologies than human powers. ...
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Is Real-Time Data Important? 3 Reasons Why the Answer Is 'Yes.'
From: MSA SafetyDescription: There’s been a lot of talk in the world of safety about the need for real-time data. Although most will agree that real-time data benefits safety programs by providing information that leads to ...
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The Value of a Data Center Risk Assessment for Your Next Project
From: Belden Inc.Description: For data centers, risk doesn’t just mean unplanned downtime—risk can equal lost revenue, damaged equipment, upset customers and even lives in danger. Lowering data center risk starts by ...