Mobility
Smartphone apps may connect to vulnerable cloud servers
Cybersecurity researchers at Georgia Tech and Ohio State have discovered vulnerabilities in the backend systems that feed content and advertising to smartphone applications through a network of cloud-based servers that most users probably don’t even know exists.
Machine learning used to determine warehouse ergonomics for worker safety
Researchers at the University of Washington used machine learning to develop a system that monitors factory and warehouse workers and tell them, in real time, how risky their behaviors are.
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Using mobile devices for communication, data collection
Mobile devices like Raspberry Pi are an inexpensive alternative for controllers in the manufacturing space and can be useful for particular input/output (I/O) applications.
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Finding common ground between industrial automation and mobile technology
Mobile technologies are challenging traditional data handling practices as they move into the industrial arena.
Choosing the right HMI
Human-machine interfaces (HMIs) are available with many hardware and software features and users should work backwards from the target application to make sure all needs are addressed.
Adapting to the new mobile device landscape
Using mobile devices on the plant floor offers many potential benefits, but the right approach is a must because of safety and cybersecurity concerns.
Improve decisions by optimizing data from mobile devices
Good mobile software promotes efficiency by delivering data on intuitive screens that empower users to integrate information and saves trips back to the control room or to the site.