Engineering a Portable Pinball System: A University of Dayton Design Project
University of Dayton engineering students reflect on their Fall 2025 senior design project.
How to Choose the Right Shock Absorber for Your Application 
Learn what shock absorbers do, how to choose fixed vs adjustable designs, size them correctly, and mount them…
Piezo Stages: Your (Not So) Secret Weapon for High Resolution Imaging
Discover how piezo stages achieve nanometer precision, fast focus changes, and superior imaging accuracy.
Physical Layers of Industrial Communication Protocols
Explore the differences between RS-232, RS-485 and Ethernet physical layers, their history, speed, range and how they shape…
Dial Gauge or Digimatic Indicator? How to Pick the Right Measurement Tool
Learn the differences between dial gauges and digimatic indicators, including accuracy, readability, and ideal applications.
Bearings vs. Bushings: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Use?
Explore how bushings and bearings differ in design, friction, and performance.
How to Build Smarter Machines: An Overview of Frames, Drives, Guides, and Controls
Discover the biggest lessons about automation to prepare for the future: optimize machine frames, guides, drives, and controls…
Automotive
Consumer Packaging
Industry Insights
Mechanical Design
Medical
Semiconductor
Warehouse Automation
Find Products Faster and Easier: MISUMI’s New Product Page Experience
Experience MISUMI updated and simplified online product pages that makes finding parts faster and easier.
What is HMI? An Introduction to Human Machine Interface
Learn what Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) are, how they integrate with PLC systems, and how they improve monitoring, control,…
IP and NEMA Ratings & Certifications
Learn how IP ratings measure resistance to solids and liquids and how NEMA ratings expand on these protections.
