Tracing The Equipment Connectivity Journey


The semiconductor industry has undergone a dramatic transformation from the early days of manual integration to today's AI-driven collaboration with equipment connectivity at the heart of this evolution. Understanding these trends is crucial for any organization looking to leverage data for improved efficiency, reliability, and competitive advantage. This blog explores milestones and emergin... » read more

Edge AI Is Starting To Transform Industrial IoT


A slew of wireless and increasingly multi-modal sensors is being targeted at the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), setting the stage for significant improvements in efficiency, higher yield, and reduced downtime. Wired IIoT devices, such as smart energy meters and breakers, industrial network gateways, and environmental sensors already are well established in factory settings. They have ... » read more

Modern Factories Thrive By Manufacturing Smarter With Simulation


By Jennifer Procario and Peter Slättman Automation induces anxiety in those who fear that technology will replace humans in the workforce. But as we transition from Industry 4.0 to 5.0, some apprehension could be alleviated with a shift in focus. The fourth industrial revolution centered on technology, but the fifth emphasizes human interaction and collaboration with technology. The Europ... » read more

Transforming Industrial IoT With Edge AI And AR


The Internet of Things (IoT) has evolved significantly from its early days of centralized cloud processing. Initially, IoT applications relied heavily on cloud-based data processing, where data from various devices was collected, processed, and analyzed in the cloud before insights were sent back to the devices. While effective, this approach has limitations, particularly in environments requir... » read more

Edge Devices Require New Security Approaches


The diversity of connected devices and chips at the edge — the vaguely defined middle ground between the end point and the cloud — is significantly widening the potential attack surface and creating more opportunities for cyberattacks. The edge build-out has been underway for at least the past half-decade, largely driven by an explosion in data and increasing demands to process that data... » read more

A Software-First Mindset for Driving Efficiency and Sustainability for Industrial IoT


Schneider Electric, Arm, and system integrators Witekio and Capgemini have produced a software-defined platform for industrial automation and energy management. The platform uses cloud-native techniques to create a flexible, energy-efficient reference design that uses virtualization to enable real-time, mixed-criticality services at the embedded edge. Read more here. » read more

Validation Of Smart Sensors For AI-Based Condition Monitoring In Industry


By André Schneider and Martin Lehmann Industry has challenging requirements for the quality and reliability of the distributed smart sensors used in condition monitoring. As a result of digitalization and the increasing use of AI-based monitoring solutions, we can expect an increase in demand for systematic, efficient design and validation processes. In the future, a product’s journey fro... » read more

Effectively Monitor And Streamline Test Processes Using A DAQ


Manufacturing and field operations generate a high volume of data, and they are also fueling growth in the use of smart remote sensing and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The data that is generated gives users visibility into their operations in real time or near real time to help them make decisions quickly. Time is a critical factor when high-volume production lines go down, electri... » read more

Connectivity Challenges In Industry 4.0


Industry 4.0 is characterized by interoperability (such as IIoT), information transparency (digital plant models: virtual copy of physical world), technical support (the ability of cyber-physical systems to support humans by executing various tasks), and decentralized decision-making. IIoT allows devices to be connected, creating a virtual copy of real-world data that allows operators to visual... » read more

Solving Problems With The IoT


The Internet of Things, a term once applied to almost any "smart" gadget connected to the Internet, is becoming more useful, more complex, and more of a security risk as the value of data continues to grow and more people depend on IoT technology. In the decades since the concept was first introduced, IoT devices have become so ubiquitous that applications cover practically every consumer, c... » read more

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