Imagine a robot with an all-around bump sensor. The response to the bump sensor activating depends on the previous state of the robot. If it had been going forward, a bump will send it backwards and ...

Breaking down a machine into systems based on both functionality and resources can simplify design and maintenance, a concept explored in a recent column from Control Design. For controls engineers, ...

Human-machine interfaces (HMIs) facilitate interaction between a human operator and a machine, allowing users to control machinery and receive feedback while ensuring smooth and efficient operation.