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Learn how to select appropriate cables for your project. There have been many exciting developments over the past several years with the introduction of new vision technologies and standards. We have seen the launch of new benchmarks—such as Camera Link HS, CoaXPress, and most recently USB 3.0 Vision—join the ranks

When a standard cable won’t work, consider these options. In the January 2012 issue I wrote an article called “Connectors and Cables 101,” providing a general overview of standard machine vision cabling and connectors. For most applications a standard grade machine vision cable and connector will suffice, but for those

Mike Degen was quoted in a recent Bloomberg Businessweek article about “re-shoring” – companies moving production back to America from overseas locations, such as China. Companies interviewed cited various reasons for this trend, including shorter supply chains, lower freight costs and better protection of intellectual property. In the article, Degen

For a GigE Vision camera, this locking system can be as simple as the latch lock on an RJ45 Ethernet connector, or it may be thumbscrews, or the threaded body mount of a circular M12 connector. Read Full Article at Quality Magazine

Robotics have been a staple of advanced manufacturing for over half a century. As robots and their peripheral equipment become more sophisticated, reliable and miniaturized, these systems are increasingly being utilized for military and law enforcement purposes. Read Full Article at Robotics Industries Association