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Day 2 at electronica!

Missed us yesterday? There's still time to connect with the DesignSpark team.

Visit us in Hall C6, Stand 279 to explore the latest engineering insights, discover new technologies, and meet the team behind DesignSpark.

See you there!

#electronica #DesignSpark #Engineering #Electronics #Innovation

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What a start! Great conversations, fresh ideas and plenty of innovation on display across the show floor.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to see the DesignSpark team today. If you haven't visited yet, there's still time to find us in Hall C6, Stand 279.

Come and say hello, meet the team and discover how DesignSpark is helping engineers turn ideas into reality.

#electronica #DesignSpark #Engineering #Electronics #Innovation

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Your PLC can only be as accurate as the signals it receives.

Signal conditioners help tackle noise, ground loops, signal conversion, and surge protection, ensuring reliable PLC performance and more accurate control.

Read the practical guide 👇 https://t.co/dXWbNYmVNm

#PLC #IndustrialAutomation #ControlSystems #Engineering #AutomationEngineering

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One of the best things about #DesignSpark?

Helping innovative brands connect with an engaged engineering audience.

Watch this quick clip to hear why that's one of our team's favourite things about DesignSpark.

#Engineering #Engineers #Innovation #Technology #Electronics #DesignEngineering #B2BMarketing #TechCommunity

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Why is 32.768 kHz the standard frequency for real-time clock applications?

Its highly divisible frequency, low power consumption and widespread availability make it the go-to choice for accurate timekeeping in battery-powered electronics, wearables and more.

Check it out 👉https://t.co/qknpck1q6J👈

#ElectronicsDesign #EmbeddedSystems #RealTimeClock #Engineering

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How confident are you in the accuracy of your temperature measurements?

In our latest Ask the Expert interview with Endress+Hauser, we explore how sensor selection, installation and response times can impact product quality, compliance and operational efficiency in food & beverage manufacturing.

Watch now: https://t.co/vTStYtbiZc

#FoodManufacturing #TemperatureMeasurement #ProcessControl #IndustrialAutomation #Engineering #EndressHauser

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Choosing the right multimeter isn't just about voltage rating or price.

The right choice depends on the application, operating environment and safety requirements. From CAT ratings and True RMS measurements to properly rated test leads, knowing what to look for can improve both safety and accuracy.

Read the guide: https://t.co/4vj46io9uP

#ElectricalEngineering #TestAndMeasurement #Multimeter #TrueRMS #Engineering

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Affordable AI is driving industrial optimisation.

See how the @nvidia Jetson Orin Nano and edge AI are helping manufacturers and logistics providers improve efficiency and tackle real-world challenges without complex infrastructure.

👉 Read the article: https://t.co/1tDDZCSI4u

#NVIDIA #EdgeAI #AI #Industry40 #Manufacturing #Logistics

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Doing more with less?

Discover expert insights, practical strategies and trusted MRO solutions to help reduce costs, improve uptime and make smarter procurement decisions.

👉https://t.co/Je149JE5GM👈

#FacilitiesManagement #MRO #Maintenance #Procurement #FM #Engineering #Reliability

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Faster workflows. Better performance. More powerful modelling.

DesignSpark Mechanical 6.1 delivers enhanced performance for large assemblies, improved imported CAD editing, robust direct modelling capabilities and new Ansys Stride (.stride) import/export support.

Download now: https://t.co/3cUYXwYB99

#MechanicalEngineering #CADSoftware #DesignSpark

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Buried utilities can be out of sight, but they should never be out of mind.

Tempo Communications explores the fundamentals of underground line locating, from frequency selection to grounding and signal detection.

What's your biggest challenge when working around buried infrastructure?
👉 https://t.co/8GGqAMwWl9👈

#Engineering #Utilities #Infrastructure #ElectricalEngineering #TestAndMeasurement

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"Don't just add more lights, add clearer information."

That's one of the key takeaways from our Ask the Expert conversation with @ETN_Electrical.

🎥 Want the full story? Watch the complete video to hear the experts' insights and practical recommendations.

👉https://t.co/tlCw1UgDQV👈

#AskTheExpert #Eaton #IndustrialTechnology #Automation #ManufacturingExcellence #OperationalEfficiency

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How do you give a robot the ability to think?

From machine vision and autonomous navigation to AI at the edge, @nvidia Jetson™ is helping engineers turn intelligent ideas into real-world solutions.

Discover how Jetson™ developer kits support everything from first robotics projects to advanced AI systems.

https://t.co/bp8EpRUJ25

#AI #EdgeAI #NVIDIAJetson #Robotics #MachineVision #Engineering #EmbeddedSystems #Automation

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Is an HMI enough for your application, or do you need the broader visibility of a SCADA system?

Understanding the difference is key to designing automation architectures that are scalable, cost-effective, and fit for purpose. This practical guide explores how PLCs, HMIs and SCADA systems work together, where each sits within the automation stack, and when to use one over the other.

Read the article: 👇
https://t.co/BkMCx1Qtf3

#IndustrialAutomation #PLC #HMI #SCADA #Industry40 #IIoT #Manufacturing #AutomationEngineering #ControlSystems #Engineering

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What happens when AI moves closer to the device?

Discover how the @arduino UNO Q is enabling local LLMs, embedded intelligence and real-world Edge AI applications.
Read more 👇
https://t.co/ESZLJAKjHL
#DesignSpark #EdgeAI #Arduino #EmbeddedSystems

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Those first few seconds of motor startup can have the biggest impact on reliability, efficiency, and equipment life.

This article explores starting current, torque, load inertia, thermal effects, and why selecting the right starting strategy is critical for industrial applications.

Read more: https://t.co/kEFir2V1QE

#IndustrialAutomation #MotorControl #Engineering #VFD #DesignSpark

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One of the best things about #DesignSpark?

Helping innovative brands connect with an engaged engineering audience.

Watch this quick clip to hear why that's one of our team's favourite things about DesignSpark.

#Engineering #Engineers #Innovation #Technology #Electronics #DesignEngineering #B2BMarketing #TechCommunity

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What’s driving the future of robotics?

It's not just smarter robots. End-of-arm tooling is becoming a key factor in automation success.

Watch our latest Ask The Expert with Festo to discover the trends shaping robotic gripping and intelligent manufacturing. 👇
https://t.co/iZmZARvFtk

#Robotics #Automation #IndustrialAutomation #Festo #Engineering #DesignSpark #Industry40

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Doing more with less?

Discover expert insights, practical strategies and trusted MRO solutions to help reduce costs, improve uptime and make smarter procurement decisions.

👉https://t.co/8bDusJ2O6f👈

#FacilitiesManagement #MRO #Maintenance #Procurement #FM #Engineering #Reliability

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A well-designed PLC architecture does more than control a machine. It determines how easily systems can scale, how quickly faults can be resolved, and how effectively data can flow across modern connected factories.

Learn the fundamentals of PLC architecture, from scan cycles and I/O design to distributed and redundant systems.

Read the full article: https://t.co/qe7hcd24MC

#PLC #AutomationEngineering #IndustrialAutomation #Manufacturing #ControlSystems #Industry40 #Engineering