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An illustration explaining the X, Y, and Z axis movement of a CNC router based on the Cartesian coordinate system.

How Does a CNC Router Work? A Simple Explanation

How does a CNC router work? Our simple explanation covers the basics of G-code, the controller, motors, and axes that turn digital plans into physical...

Robert Liao
A diagram illustrating the 3-step software workflow for a CNC router: Design in CAD, plan toolpaths in CAM to generate G-code, and execute with Control software.

The Software Behind the Cut: Understanding CAD, CAM, and Control for Your CNC Router

Learn about the essential software for your CNC router: CAD for design, CAM for toolpaths (G-code), and Control software to run the machine. A beginner's...

Robert Liao
A collage showing examples of items made from wood, acrylic, aluminum, and foam cut using a CNC router.

What Materials Can a CNC Router Cut? A Guide for Beginners

What materials can a CNC router cut? Our beginner's guide covers wood, plastic, aluminum, foam, and more. Learn about the capabilities of a CNC router....

Robert Liao
An infographic comparing the three main types of CNC routers: desktop/hobby, mid-size/workshop, and large industrial models.

Types of CNC Routers: A Beginner's Guide

Explore the different types of CNC routers, from desktop hobby machines to large industrial models. Our beginner's guide helps you understand your options. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic showing how the R1520LG breaks down data silos by fusing data from LoRaWAN and Modbus networks for edge control.

Edge Control Beyond One Protocol: Fusing LoRaWAN and Modbus with the R1520LG

Go beyond a single protocol. Learn how to implement advanced edge control by fusing data from LoRaWAN and Modbus networks with the R1520LG gateway. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic comparing manual remote reboots to the autonomous, self-healing reboot capability of edge control.

The Self-Healing Edge: How Autonomous PoE Control Eliminates Device Downtime

Learn how self-healing edge control works. Our guide explains how a PoE router can autonomously detect a frozen device and trigger a reboot to ensure...

Robert Liao
A solution diagram showing how the R1520LG uses edge control to automate an off-grid smart agriculture system with LoRaWAN sensors.

Edge Control for LPWAN: Automating Your LoRaWAN Network with the R1520LG

Learn how edge control enables LoRaWAN automation. Our guide explains how to use an edge gateway to create closed-loop control for your LPWAN sensors. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic comparing the high cost of a manual site visit to the efficiency of remotely rebooting a frozen IP camera using a PoE router and RCMS.

The Simplest Form of Edge Control: Remote Power Management with a PoE Router

Discover the simplest form of edge control: remote power management. Learn how a PoE router can remotely reboot frozen devices to save you costly site...

Robert Liao
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Edge Control vs. MEC (Multi-access Edge Computing): A Guide for Architects

Edge Control vs. MEC: A guide for architects. Learn the critical differences between on-premise edge and network edge for your automation and IoT strategy. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic comparing a traditional, blind robotic arm to an adaptive one powered by edge control, which can handle unstructured tasks like bin picking.

Edge Control for Robotic Arms: Enabling Adaptive Grasping and Sorting

Learn how edge control enables adaptive grasping for robotic arms. Our guide covers using AI and 3D vision for advanced automation and bin picking. ...

Robert Liao
A solution blueprint diagram showing how an EG5120 uses a vibration sensor and edge control to detect tool wear and command a CNC to stop.

Edge Control for CNC Machining: A Guide to Real-Time Optimization

Learn how edge control optimizes CNC machining. Our guide covers real-time tool wear detection and adaptive control to reduce downtime and improve quality. ...

Robert Liao
A graphic positioning Robustel's embedded edge control platform as the core engine that enables OEMs to build a servitization business model.

From Selling Machines to Selling Uptime: How Edge Control Enables Servitization for OEMs

Learn how edge control enables the shift from selling machines to selling uptime. Our guide explains how OEMs can build a servitization business model. ...

Robert Liao
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