We’re living in an exciting time for robotics. Robots are being used in ways they’ve never been used before, and they’re better than they’ve ever been. It seems like every day there’s an impressive new development in robotics, artificial intelligence, or both. Things that once existed only in imaginations are slowly entering reality. For example, mind-controlled… Read more »

Have you ever seen a robot that almost looked human? Maybe it was so lifelike that from a distance you would be convinced that it was an actual person. After some time, however, you’d find it unsettling how the robot doesn’t quite move right, or sometimes not at all. The permanent half-smile and dull, lifeless… Read more »

Most conversations about automation and jobs tend to be surrounded with gloom and doom. A quick Google search of the topic will result in a plethora of articles lamenting how our soon-to-be evil robot overlords will cause mass unemployment. We’ve definitely seen how automation reduces the number of jobs in a specific field – especially… Read more »

Imagine a world where your coworker isn’t human. There’s no “Good morning Bob.”, no “How was traffic?”, and no “My, what wonderful weather we’re having!”. You don’t have to put a name to a face or maintain a good working relationship because your coworker is a machine. Robots in the workplace is the new reality…. Read more »

Indramat motors come with a reputation for being incredibly reliable and long-lasting while requiring very little maintenance. In fact, people often take these low maintenance servos for granted, forgetting that they’re even there until 30 or 40 years after installation when they need a little attention. Even then, a factory repair or factory reman can… Read more »

There are three main reasons why people make their own repairs. Some people enjoy tinkering and and problem solving, and DIY repair is a fun hobby. Some make DIY repairs because they want to leave their mark and add character to whatever they’re repairing. Do it yourself repair can save money and reduce waste. Thanks… Read more »

You’re not supposed to own a smartphone that’s 3 years old and a couple of generations behind the latest and greatest model. You’re supposed to want a new one even though that phone still allows you to makes phone calls, check your email, and browse social media. You should feel ashamed when your outdated ringtone… Read more »

For most people, hacking is a bad thing. Hacking is a violent motion done with an axe, or a malicious attack on your electronic devices and computers. When people think of hacking, they imagine zeroed-out bank accounts, stolen identities, and breaches of national security. As manufacturing continues to move towards automation and the Internet of… Read more »

Some things get better with age. Time can add complexity to the taste of a good wine. Friendships can become lifelong bonds as the years go by. Even your favorite book can gain new meaning and importance as you get older. Generally speaking, though, robots do not get better with age. While some things improve… Read more »

The Industrial Internet of Things is a fundamental part of Industry 4.0. Connected devices, machines, and robots are going to push the boundaries of manufacturing, and change industry as we know it. Instead of cranking out as much product as possible — or basing production on educated guesses — manufacturers will use data to make… Read more »