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 When it comes to automation, there are two main choices: signal chains and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Signal chains surround us; they're used in our homes, cars, and businesses and help manufacture many products we use…

by Jon Gabay, engineer We are so manipulated in our society. Others dictate the technologies we will use and depend on without regard to ramifications. Poor planning and hip-shot reactions lead to wasted time and money, and the goals…

Researchers at Aalto University developed a new material that changes its electrical behavior based on previous experience—gaining a form of adaptive memory. Scientists could use these materials in next-gen medical and environmental…

There are two cunning ways to determine what a company is up to regarding future technology development—patents filed and job descriptions. Thankfully, we don't have to go through garbage dumpsters to recover memos, files, etc., now that…

Lockheed Martin and Microsoft announced they are expanding their strategic relationship to power next-gen technology for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The agreement will involve four areas, including: Lockheed Martin will be…

Neuromorphic computing or neuromorphic engineering uses algorithms and electronic circuits to mimic our neuro-biological system. And it is gaining ground. Skyrmions and bimerons, fundamental topological spin textures in magnetic thin films,…

Amazon's new intelligent robot, Sparrow, is a significant stride in AI-driven warehouse automation. According to Amazon, a critical part of fulfillment happens before items are packaged for shipment. Until now, technology moved totes to…

Quoting can be one of the longest portions of your day. Entering each part manually, along with needed quantity, specs, and other considerations consumes so much time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuL9kp0f3dk Fortunately, there are…

Although I’ve worked remotely for decades, companies “discovered” that remote workers are indeed productive when the global pandemic hit. A Gartner, Inc survey finds 58% of organizations are using borderless technology talent. Borderless…

IBM has a lot to talk about at the IBM Quantum Summit 2022. They announced breakthrough advancements in quantum hardware and software and discussed their vision for quantum-centric supercomputing. IBM Quantum System Two According to…