Control Engineering hot topics, August 2024
Control Engineering’s most clicked articles in August 2024 included stories on generative AI, Industry 4.0, SCADA system frameworks, PID and more. Miss something? You can catch up here.
Hot topics in Control Engineering, for August 2024, for stories posted in the last three months included stories on generative AI, Industry 4.0, SCADA system frameworks, PID and more. Links to each article below.
1. Generative AI benefits for asset lifecycle management
Generative AI is driving rapid improvements in asset lifecycle management, building on previous AI enhancements and unlocking new possibilities for operational efficiency.
2. Industry 4.0 is the springboard to a holistic automation future
As organizations evaluate the results of their Industry 4.0 investments, many are seeing them as the foundation of a boundless automation future.
3. Building an enterprise framework for SCADA system for better results
Replacing a supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system allowed California American Water to improve efficiency, compliance and reporting at a facility that had endured many challenges.
4. PID spotlight, part 6: Deadtime? How to boost controller performance anyway
Lengthy deadtime adversely affects the PID control of any process. Knowing the process lag/deadtime ratio will tell how well (or not) a PID controller will work. Can your PID controller be a hero? See “Quick-start PID tuning tips to tune many controllers quickly” and 10 graphs to help.
5. How edge computing can improve operations and sustainability
Edge computing plays a significant role in enabling digitalization for industrial companies and can improve operational management.
6. Operational technology cybersecurity: Easier said than done
How do engineers deal with construction challenges associated with implementing cybersecurity in operations technology? This article will discuss the lack of experience system integrators have with cybersecurity and the lack of experience cybersecurity implementation firms have with design/bid/build project delivery.
7. What’s driving the IT/OT divide for manufacturers
IT/OT convergence is here to stay, but there are many challenges that are making the process more complicated. Learn more about possible solutions for manufacturers.
8. Selecting the right Ethernet, bus cables for industrial applications
When selecting Industrial Ethernet and bus cables, users don’t always know the right things. Four common mistakes and best practices are highlighted.
9. How to meet sustainability goals, part 1: High-efficiency motors
Enhance industrial sustainability through advanced motor technologies. Deploy high-efficiency motors to reduce costs, achieve greater energy efficiency and cut CO2 emissions. High-efficiency motors and variable-speed drives decrease power consumption.
10. Industrial robot safety considerations, standards and best practices to consider
As industrial robots become more integral to manufacturing processes, ensuring their safe operation is crucial as well as making sure workers are protected.
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