HMI and Operator Interfaces
Engineering and IT Insight: Keep documentation in sync with code
Deferring software documentation based on highly optimistic perfection expectations (HOPE) is not a successful project strategy. Link to all 7 Bad Habits of Unsuccessful Projects. » more
Ethernet integration: Decentralized control gives GM manufacturing flexibility
A decentralized control network at a General Motors' powertrain plant supports overall workflow with extremely flexible assembly line configuration options. PLCs, CNCs, HMIs, RFID system and... » more
Industrial Networks
IO module replacement advice: Check shielding, ground loops, electromagnetic noise
I/O wiring can be among the most challenging (and perhaps feared) of upgrades. When replacing input/output connections, what are key considerations? John Lehman, Dataforth Corp. engineering manager,... » more
IO module replacement advice: Plan ahead on instrumentation, space, design
I/O wiring can be among the most challenging of upgrades. When replacing input/output connections, what are key considerations? Ben Orchard, Opto 22 application engineer, offered answers to some key... » more
Motors and Drives
Accreditation for WPI, first U.S. robotics engineering undergraduate degree program
Four years after the program's launch, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) said it is the only university in the nation with bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs in robotics engineering. » more
Online learning events: Automation Summit, pump efficiency, fieldbus, industrial Ethernet
Multiple online learning events are available through CFE Media publications, including industrial Ethernet installation optimization, the Manufacturing/Automation Summit, webcast on pump and process... » more
PLCs and PACs
EC: CX5000 Embedded PC
Machine and Embedded Control - PACs: Beckhoff Automation, CX5000 Embedded PC. Embedded PC (PAC) with rugged magnesium housing for automation and motion control. This is a Control Engineering 2011... » more
Supercomputer Title no longer owned by U.S. thanks to China
A Chinese scientific research center has built the fastest supercomputer ever made, replacing the United States as maker of the swiftest machine, and giving China bragging rights as a technology... » more
Sensors
40 Under 40: Nominate for 2011, link to winners, Control Engineering class of 2010
Control Engineering leaders under 40 years of age will be highlighted in the October 2011 monthly issue and online; 40 Under 40 identifies and recognizes young engineers who have made significant... » more
Machine Vision ROI at Polaris Industries
Vision system reduces scrap in high-mix welding environment and paid for itself in 2 weeks, according to return on investment calculations. See images, table. » more
Process Instrumentation
First order for Siemens’ 60-Hz, H-class gas turbine
H-class industrial gas turbines—the largest and newest of these machines in production—are currently in the spotlight. They promise remarkable 60+% thermal efficiency for combined-cycle gas turbine... » more
EC: Proficy Workflow
Software - application software: GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Workflow. GE integrates audit trails and eSignatures into electronic work processes to further enable regulatory compliance and... » more
Engineering and IT Insight: Keep documentation in sync with codeDeferring software documentation based on highly optimistic perfection expectations (HOPE) is not a successful project strategy. Link to all 7 Bad Habits of Unsuccessful Projects. » more
Ethernet integration: Decentralized control gives GM manufacturing flexibilityA decentralized control network at a General Motors' powertrain plant supports overall workflow with extremely flexible assembly line configuration options. PLCs, CNCs, HMIs, RFID system and... » more
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Industrial Networks
IO module replacement advice: Check shielding, ground loops, electromagnetic noiseI/O wiring can be among the most challenging (and perhaps feared) of upgrades. When replacing input/output connections, what are key considerations? John Lehman, Dataforth Corp. engineering manager,... » more
IO module replacement advice: Plan ahead on instrumentation, space, designI/O wiring can be among the most challenging of upgrades. When replacing input/output connections, what are key considerations? Ben Orchard, Opto 22 application engineer, offered answers to some key... » more
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Motors and Drives
Accreditation for WPI, first U.S. robotics engineering undergraduate degree programFour years after the program's launch, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) said it is the only university in the nation with bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs in robotics engineering. » more
Online learning events: Automation Summit, pump efficiency, fieldbus, industrial EthernetMultiple online learning events are available through CFE Media publications, including industrial Ethernet installation optimization, the Manufacturing/Automation Summit, webcast on pump and process... » more
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PLCs and PACs
EC: CX5000 Embedded PCMachine and Embedded Control - PACs: Beckhoff Automation, CX5000 Embedded PC. Embedded PC (PAC) with rugged magnesium housing for automation and motion control. This is a Control Engineering 2011... » more
Supercomputer Title no longer owned by U.S. thanks to ChinaA Chinese scientific research center has built the fastest supercomputer ever made, replacing the United States as maker of the swiftest machine, and giving China bragging rights as a technology... » more
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Sensors
40 Under 40: Nominate for 2011, link to winners, Control Engineering class of 2010Control Engineering leaders under 40 years of age will be highlighted in the October 2011 monthly issue and online; 40 Under 40 identifies and recognizes young engineers who have made significant... » more
Machine Vision ROI at Polaris IndustriesVision system reduces scrap in high-mix welding environment and paid for itself in 2 weeks, according to return on investment calculations. See images, table. » more
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Process Instrumentation
First order for Siemens’ 60-Hz, H-class gas turbineH-class industrial gas turbines—the largest and newest of these machines in production—are currently in the spotlight. They promise remarkable 60+% thermal efficiency for combined-cycle gas turbine... » more
EC: Proficy WorkflowSoftware - application software: GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Workflow. GE integrates audit trails and eSignatures into electronic work processes to further enable regulatory compliance and... » more
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