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Learn how components such as proximity sensors, light curtains, laser scanners, and door interlocks can create a seamless safety environment.

In this second installment, Sinker describes how he upgraded his icehouse with some TE Connectivity switches for some custom applications.

A guide to how to architect safety systems using Siemens' 3RT2 safety-rated contactors with fail-safe operation to realize optimal industrial safety solutions.

The increasing demand for enhanced interactivity has accelerated the adoption of haptic technologies across multiple sectors.

Acoustic speaker integration plays a critical role in determining acoustic performance, often outweighing the intrinsic quality of the speaker itself.

A robot is a programmable machine capable of sensing, processing information, and performing tasks either autonomously or with some level of human guidance.

Learn how to use edge AI to extend battery life in wireless motor-monitoring applications.

Hacksmith Industries turns a GT Snow Racer into a jet-powered rocket on ice. Can it break the land speed record?

This innovative redesign of the classic snap-action limit switch is smaller, automotive-compatible, and can be activated from any push angle.

APEM's IP67 sealed toggle switches hold up in demanding environments where equipment is exposed to dust, water, solar radiation, or mechanical stress.

A brief technical overview examining the operational principles of slide switches, their primary configurations, and key electrical/mechanical considerations.

A presentation of the most recent additions to the TeSys family of enhanced and robust devices designed for easy-operation and long-term performance.

An examination the operational principles of electret condenser microphones and their critical performance metrics.

Discover how the Hacksmith's Fallout-inspired power armor build uses pneumatics, portable power, and smart controls for real-world operation.

Basic switches are integral to a wide array of applications, particularly where reliable position detection and durability are paramount.

Nexperia's compact energy harvesting PMIC enables high performance of low-power applications without compromising on efficiency.

An overview of gold-plated and silver contacts and which applications each are best suited for use human-machine interface components.

A look at recently developed smart motor controls, including modular contactors and overload relays, detailing their protective functions and self-diagnostics.

A webinar discussing sound pressure level, power, and impedance along with resonance, frequency range, and other often-over-looked speaker selection qualities.

See how Hacksmith Industries built wearable robotic arms for extra hands, powered by VR, Arduino, and custom batteries for daily and workplace tasks.