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An infographic showing how the Automation Developer role bridges the gap between OT and IT, enabled by an edge control platform.

The Rise of the Automation Developer: New Roles in the Era of Edge Control

Edge control is creating a new hybrid role: the Automation Developer. Learn about the OT/IT convergence skills needed and the platforms that empower this new...

Robert Liao
A diagram explaining how an edge digital twin runs real-time simulations on a gateway to enable safer and more optimal autonomous control.

The Future of Edge Control: AI, Digital Twins, and Autonomous Systems

Explore the future of edge control. Learn how edge AI, digital twins, and autonomous systems are creating the next generation of industrial automation. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic using a balance scale to show that the financial returns of an edge control system far outweigh the initial investment costs.

Calculating the ROI of an Edge Control System: A Guide for Managers

A manager's guide to calculating the ROI of an edge control system. Learn how to justify your investment by quantifying savings from reduced downtime and...

Robert Liao
An infographic comparing the security risks of an edge monitoring breach (data loss) to the much higher stakes of an edge control breach (physical damage).

Securing Your Edge Control System: A Cybersecurity Framework

A cybersecurity framework for securing your edge control system. Learn how a defense-in-depth approach protects your critical industrial automation assets. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic explaining how Node-RED's visual, flow-based programming allows users to build edge control logic without writing code.

Using Node-RED for Simple Edge Control Logic and Prototyping

A guide to using Node-RED for simple edge control logic. Learn how this low-code tool lets you build and prototype real-time automation flows visually. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic showing how edge control is the core technology for automating both warehouse operations and fleet management in modern logistics.

Edge Control in Logistics: Automating Warehouse and Fleet Operations

Learn how edge control is automating logistics. Our guide covers AI-powered warehouse sorting, AGV optimization, and intelligent fleet management. ...

Robert Liao
A workflow diagram showing the developer process for building and deploying a Docker-based edge control application on an EG5120.

Developing an Edge Control Application with Docker on the EG5120

A developer's tutorial on creating an edge control application with Python and Docker on the Robustel EG5120 edge gateway. From code to container. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic roadmap showing the 4-step blueprint for a successful first edge control project: Define, Select, Develop, and Deploy.

A 4-Step Blueprint for Your First Edge Control Project

Ready to start your first edge control project? Our 4-step blueprint provides a practical guide from defining your scope to deploying your first PoC. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic comparing a widespread outage on a traditional grid to the rapid, localized fault isolation on a smart grid enabled by edge control.

Powering the Future: How Edge Control is Revolutionizing the Smart Grid

Discover how edge control is revolutionizing the smart grid. Our guide explains its role in distribution automation, renewables, and improving grid resilience. ...

Robert Liao
An infographic comparing the complex, component-based

Choosing Your Hardware: Edge Gateway vs. Industrial PC for Edge Control

Edge Gateway vs. IPC for edge control: Which is better? Our guide compares the two hardware choices on reliability, cost, and performance for industrial automation....

Robert Liao
An infographic explaining how network latency makes cloud control too slow for real-time applications on a fast-moving production line.

Edge Control vs. Cloud Control: Why Latency is the Deciding Factor

Edge control vs. cloud control: which is right for you? Our guide explains why network latency is the deciding factor for any real-time automation application....

Robert Liao
An infographic comparing a traditional, fixed-timer traffic light to a smart intersection powered by edge control that adapts to real-time traffic.

Building Smarter Cities with Edge Control: From Traffic to Public Safety

Learn how edge control is building smarter cities. Our guide covers real-world applications in intelligent traffic management and public safety automation. ...

Robert Liao
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