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    September 22, 2022
    Electronic Color Coding

    “Cut the red wire!” This is a familiar line to any fan of high-stakes action movies like Lethal Weapon. In the movies, characters hoping to diffuse a bomb before it’s too late are faced with a...

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    September 8, 2022
    Are AI Images Real Art?

    In August 2022, Jason M. Allen won first place at the Colorado State Fair Fine Arts Competition. The category for his submission was “digital arts/digitally manipulated photography”. Normally this award wouldn’t make national news headlines,...

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    August 25, 2022
    LEGO®, LabVIEW, and Robots- Oh My!

    As one of the largest companies in the world, the bright colors of plastic Lego bricks are a familiar sight to any toy aisle. These interlocking bricks provide an engaging outlet for creativity and innovation,...

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    August 18, 2022
    The Potential of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

    As the new school year starts, there are classrooms full of engineering students who do not remember the time before the use of both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth was commonplace. These technologies did not become widely...

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    August 11, 2022
    The Tech of Electronic Communication

    Today’s world is connected now more than ever before in history. Gone are the days of wired telegraphs and telephones, limited to one place. Cellular technology and wireless signals have forever changed how humans interact-...

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    July 7, 2022
    Advancing Water Sustainability in Manufacturing

    Utilizing water in a way that manages the ecological, societal, and economical concerns we are currently facing without jeopardizing our ability to do so in the future is the focus of many in the manufacturing...

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    June 23, 2022
    The Humanoid Future of Robotics

    The Terminator. I, Robot. Ex Machina. These are just a few of the multitude of popular movies that explore the relationship between humans and robots. It is clear that we are all fascinated by (and...

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    June 16, 2022
    System Maintenance with Apex Waves

    System maintenance is an integral part of test engineering. Whether you are designing a new test program set or working within an established one, it’s important to keep resources for both preventative and corrective maintenance...

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    April 28, 2022
    Understanding the Semiconductor Industry

    Listen here: The semiconductor industry is vital to technological innovation. However, the complexities of the supply chain and the nuances of different computer chips can leave one with more questions than answers. With this broad...

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    March 15, 2019
    Impact of Drone Technology on Education in Africa

    Drones are autonomous flying vehicles that have a lot of potential to help the technological advancement of Africa. Drones are known to be used generally for high photographic shots, surveillance coverage, and weapons delivery for...

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    May 18, 2018
    Introduction to Electromagnetism

    Electromagnetism. This essential area of research examines the effects that magnetic fields have on electric charges in motion as well as the induction of electric current by shifting magnetic fields. It also examines how electric current...

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    May 7, 2018
    Your Guide to Component Testers

    Troubleshooting faulty components can be a daunting task without the right equipment. That’s where component testers come in. These indispensable devices are designed to accurately measure and evaluate electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, and...

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