Increased energy efficiency requirements for drive systems have led to alternative motor technologies taking up the competition with traditional induction motors and AC drive applications. [ + ]

The much discussed IIoT is not so much a revolution, as an evolution of existing technologies and systems. [ + ]

Modern high-efficiency motors have the drawback of higher inrush and starting currents, which means protection equipment must be specified differently. [ + ]

Greater connectivity between industrial control systems, business IT systems and the internet promises to provide great advances in industrial efficiency — but comes with greater cybersecurity risk. [ + ]

The trend toward adaptive, low-volume, high-mix manufacturing presents a challenge to manufacturers, as current technologies in automation — based on the principle of high volume and minimal change — cannot readily adapt to meet the rapidly changing needs of the market. Lightweight robots can help alleviate these challenges. [ + ]

With increased connectivity comes increased risk. Most of us are aware of a need for some level of IT cybersecurity, but now, more than ever, the challenge lies in protecting the OT (operational technology) layer. [ + ]

Understanding the approach a sophisticated external cyber attack adversary may take in infiltrating an industrial control system helps organisations defend against the unthinkable. [ + ]

Wireless networking continues to gain acceptance in industrial applications, including the water and wastewater industries. [ + ]

Improving network operational and maintenance capabilities is a high priority for many of Australia's major utilities — be it for water or power and distribution systems. [ + ]

Advances in mechanics and controls are enabling the practical and economical application of lightweight robotics for manufacturing on an increasingly broad scale. [ + ]

Pipeline operators are under severe financial and social pressure to avoid incidents that cause commodity releases. In Part 1 issues of pipeline design and management were examined, including external leak detection. [ + ]

While a universal definition of the (Industrial) Internet of Things (IIoT) has yet to be agreed upon, what is clear is that its value has evolved, becoming greater as a result of new supporting technologies and frameworks. [ + ]

European researchers and industry partners have demonstrated that mobile industrial robots are fully able to work side by side with human colleagues, in this case applying sealant to aircraft fuselages and inspecting aircraft parts. [ + ]

The move to Industry 4.0 will bring with it many advances in efficiency and productivity, but also many changes in the way industrial processes work. [ + ]

Mobile devices are now more common in the workplace than ever before. Modern mobile apps now allow industrial network operators to monitor and troubleshoot their networks while on the move. [ + ]