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Back to Basics: Closed-loop stability
Tutorial: Stability is how a control loop reduces errors between the measured process variable and its desired value or setpoint. » more
Isn't there enough real intertia around?
Mechatronics in Design: Adding inertia to a system, that is, adding mechanical mass, is not usually desirable as it slows down system response. Electronic intertia through acceleration feedback... » more
New technology improves barcode reader performance
Improved processing algorithm helps extend range of 1D and 2D code reading accuracy. » more
HMI support for sanitary environments
Overhead suspension system designed to withstand high temperature washdowns and protect electronics. » more
NIWeek 2010: 7 control demo-application video clips
Seven NI Week video clips show the ease of graphical programming, parallel computing, control system integration, high-speed data acquisition, and browser-based monitoring, and software compiling as... » more
Level switch with no moving parts
Device detects liquids and dry substances with short response time. » more
Using a common wire: Safety PLCs with safety Ethernet
Specifying a safety PLC upfront in planning makes it possible to save significant time and money when designing the wiring and planning functionality of a project. Using Ethernet allows projects to... » more
Video: Web-based software monitoring
Thin-client, web-based software allows monitoring from anywhere, as shown in this NIWeek video demonstration. » more
Video clip: Wind turbine data in a cloud
Wind turbine data in a cloud: Aaron Pena, NI ELP engineer, applications engineering, shows how data from wind turbines can be served up in a cloud (on the web) for access and analysis anywhere that... » more
Video clip: Telsa Coils, frequency conversion create music
Alternative music group ArcAttack, as seen on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, uses Tesla Coils to make music. » more
Video clip: On target machine vision, motion control demo makes novice marksman an expert
Using machine vision, logic, and 2 axis motion control, the target moves rapidly to meet the foam dart every time, even in rapid-fire mode, according to National Instruments at NIWeek 2010. » more
Video clip: Robotic programming with graphical programming software
Four robots (Denso, Epson, Kuka, and Mitsubishi) cooperate in this desktop-sized demo workcell after two days of effort using graphical programming software. » more
Robot truck lights; human factors; 4-H Robot Club, for girls
LEDs offer robotic truck advantages, including engineering sustainability; consider the human factors of LED lighting; A new logo reflects fun, to help 4-H Robot Club for girls. » more
Field-mount device enclosure certified explosion-proof
Enclosure allows use of hockey-puck style instruments in hazardous locations. » more
Scalable remote terminal unit
Integrates easily with SCADA systems for complex environments such as oil and gas production. » more
Fieldbus Foundation updated technical spec supports fieldbus devices, diagnostics
Version 2010.1 of Fieldbus Foundation technical specification supports development of fieldbus devices and hosts employing NE107 field diagnostics. » more
Version 2010.1 of Fieldbus Foundation technical specification supports development of fieldbus devices and hosts employing NE107 field diagnostics. » more
Social media discussion: Selecting a level sensor for dry material
A user of the Automation & Control Engineering group on LinkedIn wants some help choosing a level sensor. » more
A user of the Automation & Control Engineering group on LinkedIn wants some help choosing a level sensor. » more
IT and Engineering Insight: Seven habits of unsuccessful projects
Understanding if you are in an out-of-control IT project is important. Here are some traits of failing or soon-to-fail projects. If you have three or more of these project attributes, you need a... » more
Understanding if you are in an out-of-control IT project is important. Here are some traits of failing or soon-to-fail projects. If you have three or more of these project attributes, you need a... » more
Soapbox: Fight against counterfeit electrical products
The counterfeiting of electrical products, which have the potential to affect our health and safety, should be of concern to everyone. Do you know the 6 tips to avoid counterfeit electrical products? » more
The counterfeiting of electrical products, which have the potential to affect our health and safety, should be of concern to everyone. Do you know the 6 tips to avoid counterfeit electrical products? » more
Back to Basics: Closed-loop stabilityTutorial: Stability is how a control loop reduces errors between the measured process variable and its desired value or setpoint. » more
Isn't there enough real intertia around?Mechatronics in Design: Adding inertia to a system, that is, adding mechanical mass, is not usually desirable as it slows down system response. Electronic intertia through acceleration feedback... » more
New technology improves barcode reader performanceImproved processing algorithm helps extend range of 1D and 2D code reading accuracy. » more
HMI support for sanitary environmentsOverhead suspension system designed to withstand high temperature washdowns and protect electronics. » more
NIWeek 2010: 7 control demo-application video clipsSeven NI Week video clips show the ease of graphical programming, parallel computing, control system integration, high-speed data acquisition, and browser-based monitoring, and software compiling as... » more
Level switch with no moving partsDevice detects liquids and dry substances with short response time. » more
Using a common wire: Safety PLCs with safety Ethernet Specifying a safety PLC upfront in planning makes it possible to save significant time and money when designing the wiring and planning functionality of a project. Using Ethernet allows projects to... » more
Video: Web-based software monitoringThin-client, web-based software allows monitoring from anywhere, as shown in this NIWeek video demonstration. » more
Video clip: Wind turbine data in a cloudWind turbine data in a cloud: Aaron Pena, NI ELP engineer, applications engineering, shows how data from wind turbines can be served up in a cloud (on the web) for access and analysis anywhere that... » more
Analog to digital: Counting the bits
Dear Control Engineering: I was reading a release about an analog-to-digital converter that says it’s 12-bit. What does that mean exactly? Is 12-bit better than eight-bit? Bit counts are all about... » more
Dear Control Engineering: I was reading a release about an analog-to-digital converter that says it’s 12-bit. What does that mean exactly? Is 12-bit better than eight-bit? Bit counts are all about... » more
Video clip: Telsa Coils, frequency conversion create musicAlternative music group ArcAttack, as seen on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, uses Tesla Coils to make music. » more
Video clip: On target machine vision, motion control demo makes novice marksman an expertUsing machine vision, logic, and 2 axis motion control, the target moves rapidly to meet the foam dart every time, even in rapid-fire mode, according to National Instruments at NIWeek 2010. » more
Video clip: Robotic programming with graphical programming softwareFour robots (Denso, Epson, Kuka, and Mitsubishi) cooperate in this desktop-sized demo workcell after two days of effort using graphical programming software. » more
Robot truck lights; human factors; 4-H Robot Club, for girlsLEDs offer robotic truck advantages, including engineering sustainability; consider the human factors of LED lighting; A new logo reflects fun, to help 4-H Robot Club for girls. » more
Electronic overload relays
Eaton Expands Motor Protection Capabilities with New Solid-State Overload Relays, Improving System Reliability and Reducing Inventory » more
Eaton Expands Motor Protection Capabilities with New Solid-State Overload Relays, Improving System Reliability and Reducing Inventory » more
Field-mount device enclosure certified explosion-proofEnclosure allows use of hockey-puck style instruments in hazardous locations. » more
Scalable remote terminal unitIntegrates easily with SCADA systems for complex environments such as oil and gas production. » more
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