#Human-Machine-Interface

[morganhopesmith1996]

The Covers of the Fully Compiled Deluxe Edition and the Single Deluxe Editions

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Deadpool celebrates Xmas 🎅 🎄

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Cybernetics Girl

[wormtoxin]

i hope you know that if a robot had a hole i would commit unspeakable acts. and that if a robot has no hole at all it is immeasurably hotter.

[whatudottu]

Bare with me, I've got an idea that combines TFP Shockwave's invention of the cortical psychic patch, what motivation a Shattered Glass Shockwave might have made it, plus more broad cybertronian biology headcanons and how it lead to the invention of the cortical psychic patch in the first place-

Um... let's go!

To start, let's go in reverse order by talking cybertronian biology, or more specifically the more wire based functions of a more literal less sex version of interface panels. Because cybertronians are biomechanical aliens who's only method of 'reproduction' canonically (in most series) is through being birthed by the planet itself - on hold while Primus and Cybertron are dead - when I say 'interface panels' I mean panels housing plugs and ports that are typically there for medical stuff and otherwise data transfers or for use in hardware depending on the individual. The number of panels is relatively consistent and the number of in/out connections depends on the size of the bot (more for larger frames, less for smaller) and are kinda paired to whatever systems they are nearest location wise; two on either side of the hips or one each at the top of the legs, two on either side of the chest or one each at the top of the arms.

Depending on the location you can read the diagnostics of that part of the frame in more detail than if you tried investigating the same part in an entirely different panel; you're gonna get a more accurate read on damages to the left arm in the left arm panels then you are on the right leg. And for particular frames, the interface panels are used to control objects using the relevant limb or part - like a robotic arm to lift things heavier than your frame can handle - and probably even to have your frame be used AS a limb; combiner limbs would connect to whoever's the main body and interface with the relevant limb panel.

But there are panels that are explicitly medical use only, that being internal panels adjunct to the sparkchamber as well as another for specific monitoring of a cybertronian's organs, and paneling at the back of the helm or where it meets the neck for the processor and all the delicate software it holds. Bots with medical programing like Ratchet can interface with those panels directly in the event of a lack of resources (AKA the entirety of Transformers: Prime), and in fact the panel along the sparkchamber would be the easiest way to get a general systems check on a patient. Mecha like Knock Out who may or may not have actual history with being a medical doctor probably would have a harder time directly interfacing with the more delicate sparkchamber, organ, and processor panels, but he and Ratchet (and other bots with even the vaguest sense of medical training) can set up a line running to a monitor or sparkreader or any other medical hardware to fully take in a data analysis, even if it means more resources are used or that vulnerabilities could be introduced.

To the processor panel, much like brain surgery you kinda need a signal in the first place in order to get a read on it's damages, hardware or software. A spark read can let you know if the body is alive and all the damages that IT can diagnose for a general check, but operating on an offline or barely awake processor can lead to issues that you may not even be aware of at the time of procedure. It's why a direct connection (with appropriate medical coding) is better for processor diagnosis as the hardware bypass might have a signal delay between patient and doctor.

And here's where the cortical psychic patch comes in.

When Megan was otherwise comatose, the cortical psychic patch was able to allow access into his processor that had been percolating with activity (one described by Knock Out to be like 'a dream he may never wake from'), and though far from being an actual medical use of the patch it did allow for a non-medical bot to access the processor of a very much comatose patient. It was even Ratchet himself - resident medic of the Autobots - that knew how to create the patch even if it was banned for Autobot use.

Keeping in this reverse order, perhaps a SG Shockwave had invented the cortical psychic patch for an intended medical use, a tool meant for mecha who may not have been forged nor coded to BE medics but have enough training to be such (typically self-taught in the early stages of revolution, then mentored by forged medics when the war really picked up speed) in order to allow direct access to the processor interface panel. The design of it would be - rather than a plug that just magnetically sticks on to the back of a cybertronian's head - would be a series of plugs and ports of mostly universal design, adjustable to a degree for multiple frames, allowing the medic irrespective of coding to have full access to diagnose what the fuck is up with the processor.

Unfortuneately for SG Shockers (and fully intentional by TFP Shockwave) the patch isn't quite as synonymous as the medic's coding is to processor interfacing, being rather invasive of a connection even as it is, let alone the patch being more of a hardware connection which in of itself introduces vulnerabilities. Heck, it's not even safe for the operator themselves to use the patch, seeing as how Bumblebee got a head full of Megan; I mean, Bumblebee isn't a trained medic, but the fact that it happened at all is evidence to it's flaws. And that's to a patient who isn't of mind enough to struggle, Shockwave himself says that resisting the patch may cause damage to the patient/subject, combine that with the second option of 'let it happen and let them walk unabated in your head' and you're pretty much shit out of luck.

The base Shockwave would most certainly be fully aware of the intent, a direct hardline to an individual's processor is most definitely a connection to some very vulnerable software and thus information, the cortical psychic patch probably battling a lot of firewalls off with the ease of a medical interface. And in the base TFP universe, Autobots with only recent war-based medical training as opposed to previous education probably early on DID resort to using the patch as a crutch, Ratchet after all knew how to make one. It's probably a combination of Shockwave's brutal interrogation method USING the cortical psychic patch and the relatively inexperienced Autobot medics opting to use direct processor interface rather than the comparably safer hardware bypass that lead to it's banned status in the Autobot ranks, too many 'Bots were having trauma responses at the hands of young medic's servo's who didn't know any better and actively resisting the patch, which just so happened to lead to more Autobot casualties and thus probably shellshocking the medics in training to get them to fear the daunting prospect of actually losing a patient by THEIR OWN hands.

It's one thing to be using a tool made by someone who has been known to do lots of dubious shit, it's another to see a tool that you made to help be manipulated into an interrogation technique, made all the worse now that you have significantly more emotional capacity to not only feel guilty but feel solely responsible for the patch induced trauma of your own allies; the cortical psychic patch was banned by the Shattered Glass Decepticons for about similar reasons, but it's near worse for a lot of medics (even the experienced ones) had been relying on it solely for the fact that they weren't forged with the coding. The stagnated use of the cortical psychic patch in the base verse was mostly because Shockwave himself had been the inventor of it and main user of the patch, the Autobots avoiding it's use for the ban and the Decepticons not very experienced with the tool. In Shattered Glass however, the only real limit to it's perpetuity would be if the Autobots managed to learn how to create the patch at all, which if even in the base verse Ratchet knew how to make one, probably means that there's more than enough patch use in SG even if Shockwave gets caught in a spacebridge explosion or not.

And that's that I think- funny to talk about interface panels in a transformers post without doing it in a sex way haha- I just want these guys to be alien 😫

[thisgalliz]

Yeah!!! Fuck touch screens gimme dials and knobs and levers and switches and buttons! How am I supposed to caress a machine if it's simply a smooth surface?

we need more dials and knobs and levers again. this world is lacking in dials and knobs and levers. it's one of our biggest issues.

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Why Human Machine Interface Siemens is Essential for Modern Industries 

The Human Machine Interface Siemens has become synonymous with innovation and reliability in industrial automation. Such inventive systems are meant to connect the human operator to a very complex machine thus guaranteeing smooth communication and quality enhancement of operational efficiency. Of huge highly performance solutions, Siemens would standardize a field for intuitive and very high-performance HMI systems dedicated to modern industrial demands. 

What Makes Siemens HMI Stand Out? 

Aren't Siemens HMI systems the most sought after when it comes to their usability, which puts even the toughest processes at the fingertips of the operator? High-resolution touch screens, dynamic graphics, and secure connectivity-have all been the latest offerings to put the operator in control of machine monitoring, controlling, and troubleshooting. Reduced learning curves make ergonomically designed, intuitive usability most suitable for industries of all scales; indeed, Human Machine Interface Siemens is here to stay. 

Key advantages of Siemens HMI include: 

Advanced Display Technology: A clear interpretation of bright resolution screens, as they would be viewed with accurate data-totals. 

Customizable Interfaces: Modify with specific industry requirements and demand flexibility and scalability. 

Real-Time Monitoring: Offers a live feedback system that allows rapid decision-making and keeps downtime to a minimum. 

Durable and Reliable: Siemens HMI products are constructed to endure the harshest of industrial environments and will deliver performance that lasts over time. 

Introducing the SIMATIC HMI Series 

This means SIMATIC HMI family has all-in-one solutions at different levels for different applications in industries. It consists of a simple operator panel to complex multi-touch systems and meets a wide variety of operational requirements. 

Key Features of SIMATIC HMI: 

Scalability: There is an offering for the small industries to mega industries, which ensure that every need can be catered to. 

Integration: Ensure compatibility with the other Siemens automation products, such as PLCs and SCADAs, to work together seamlessly. 

Enhanced Security: Keeping advanced security features provides more protection for unauthorized access and data breaches to be conducted on your systems. 

Remote Access: The operators can control and observe processes at their remote ends for better productivity, reducing their physical drinking tasks. 

Applications of Human Machine Interface Siemens 

Human Machine Interface Siemens has such versatility that it can be applicable to a wide range of industries: 

Automotive: Optimize your assembly lines by providing them with the best controls in real time monitoring. 

Food and Beverage: Sustain and maintain continuity and standards through stringent control of all processes employed in production. 

Pharmaceuticals: Keep accuracy in data collection and process control standards at the highest levels of compliance. 

Energy and Utilities: You can monitor vital systems and manage the use of resources with intelligent HMI features. 

Benefits of Adopting Siemens HMI 

Improved Productivity: Streamlining operations and providing instant feedback help minimize mistakes while optimizing efficiency. 

Enhanced Decision-Making: Data visualization facilitates an extensive understanding of clear knowledge for making informed decisions. 

Cost Efficiency: This reduces downtime as well as maintenance requirements, which in turn has brought considerable overall savings. 

Future-Ready Technology: Siemens keeps on innovating its HMI solutions, using this as a touchstone for you to stay ahead in a competitive landscape. 

Why Choose Siemens for Your HMI Needs? 

Siemens, the world-renowned company that dominates industrial automation, is your guarantee of unrivaled skills combined with a proven history in which solutions are delivered reliably and efficiently. Investing in Human Machine Interface Siemens gives you access to world-class technology backed by an army of specialists trained to make you the success you aspire to be. 

Conclusion 

An efficient and reliable HMI system by Naksh Technology Solutions LLP today is not a luxury but a necessity. The SIMATIC HMI series and other Siemens HMI solutions are designed to bring the industry a step closer to higher efficiency, better precision, and improved productivity in any small-scale operation or huge, extensive manufacturing unit. The Human Machine Interface Siemens promises you will take a step '- better than before- towards smarter and more sustainable automation. 

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Global Human Machine Interface Market Size, Share, Trends & Industry Growth Analysis Report To 2028

The Global Human Machine Interface Market size is estimated to be worth USD 5.2 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 7.7 Billion by 2028, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.2% during the forecast period.

The HMI industry is experiencing growth due to increasing industrial automation, driven by Industry 4.0 and the need for efficient control and monitoring of complex processes. The demand for user-friendly, touch-screen interfaces in various industries is rising, along with the integration of advanced technologies such as IoT and data analytics. Additionally, sectors like automotive, manufacturing, and healthcare are investing in HMI systems to enhance productivity and product quality.

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The United States human machine interface market size reached US$ 1.6 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 2.5 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8% during 2024-2032.

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Power SCADA: Understanding SCADA Systems and Their Importance in the Modern Power Grid

What Are SCADA Systems? Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems are specialized computer systems that monitor and control industrial, infrastructure, or facility-based processes. In the power industry, SCADA systems provide centralized monitoring and control of electrical networks and infrastructure from a control center. They collect real-time data from remote equipment like power generators, transmission lines, substations, and distribution lines. This data is then analyzed and used to detect or respond to issues like power outages or emergencies. SCADA systems use programmable logic controllers (PLCs) or remote terminal units (RTUs) located at remote sites to interface with electrical equipment and sensors gathering data on things like voltage, power load, equipment status, and environmental conditions. The gathered information is transmitted back to a centralized control center via a communication infrastructure, typically through networks, telephone lines, microwave, satellite, or dual radio. At the control center, operators can supervise and control field equipment using SCADA interface applications on networked computers or workstations. Some key functions performed include switching equipment like circuit breakers, monitoring generation levels, load balancing across grids, and issuing control commands in emergency situations. How SCADA Improves Grid Operations and Reliability The use of Power SCADA systems has provided numerous benefits to utility companies and power system operations. Real-time monitoring of networks from a central location allows operators to rapidly detect and diagnose issues affecting service. Quick recognition of faults or overloads helps reduce the impact of outages by pinpointing problem areas for faster restoration of service. SCADA also facilitates centralized remote operation of grid infrastructure like switching substations online or offline to route power. This improves flexibility to reroute power in emergencies or maintenance scenarios. The data collection abilities of SCADA are invaluable for transmission scheduling, load forecasting, and power market operations. Meter readings, generation levels and load profiles give operators insights into network capacity and electricity demand patterns. They can do optimal power dispatch to generation units based on economics. Remote access also enables power utilities to defer capital costs by upgrading aging infrastructure over time instead of all at once. Expandable SCADA systems support integrating renewable energy sources into grids by balancing variable energy inputs. Overall, its capabilities have significantly enhanced power system reliability, efficiency, safety and resilience against disruptions. Cybersecurity Challenges for SCADA in Power Infrastructure While SCADA systems have provided clear benefits, their introduction has coincided with new cybersecurity risks that utilities must address. The networked nature of SCADA and its integration into business systems exposes it to both internal and external threats. Remote access ports into control centers pose attack surfaces if not properly secured. Commonly exploited vulnerabilities include weak authentication, lack of access controls, and failure to update aging SCADA protocols no longer receiving security patches. Get more insights on Power SCADA Market

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[morganhopesmith1996]

My favorite manga Series’s 💕💕

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The eyes of infinity 👁️

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Cybernetics Girl

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"The Crucial Role of Industrial Control Integrators: Driving Efficiency and Innovation in Modern Industry"

The Essential Role of an Industrial Control Integrator in Modern Industry

In today’s fast-paced industrial environment, the expertise of an Industrial Control Integrator has become indispensable. These professionals or companies specialize in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex control systems that are critical for optimizing industrial processes. This blog delves into the pivotal role of an Industrial Control Integrator, explaining their key responsibilities and the impact they have on industrial efficiency.

What is an Industrial Control Integrator?

An Industrial Control Integrator is a specialized expert or firm responsible for creating and managing control systems that automate and regulate industrial machinery and processes. These control systems encompass both hardware and software components, which work together to enhance performance, increase reliability, and streamline operations.

Core Responsibilities of an Industrial Control Integrator

Control System Design and Engineering:

Needs Analysis: The integrator begins with a comprehensive assessment of the client’s specific requirements. This involves understanding their industrial processes and defining the desired outcomes.

Custom System Design: Based on the assessment, the integrator designs a bespoke control system, selecting the appropriate sensors, controllers, and communication protocols to meet the client’s needs.

Integration and Installation:

Hardware Setup: The integrator manages the installation of essential components such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and other field instruments.

Software Configuration: They also configure the software that governs the control system, ensuring seamless communication between hardware and other operational systems.

Testing and Commissioning:

System Testing: Before full deployment, the integrator conducts rigorous testing to identify and rectify any issues, simulating real-world conditions to verify system performance.

Commissioning: Once testing is complete, the integrator supervises the final commissioning process, making any necessary adjustments to ensure optimal functionality.

Training and Ongoing Support:

Staff Training: Integrators provide training for the client’s personnel, equipping them with the knowledge to operate and maintain the new system effectively.

Continued Support: They offer ongoing maintenance and support services to resolve any issues and ensure the system continues to operate smoothly.

Why Industrial Control Integrators are Vital

Boosting Efficiency:

Industrial Control Integrators streamline processes by automating operations, which reduces manual input and enhances precision. This leads to improved productivity and reduced operational costs.

Enhancing Safety:

Integrators implement advanced control systems that monitor conditions in real time, increasing workplace safety by triggering alarms or shutdowns when necessary.

Ensuring Reliability:

By designing systems with redundancy and fail-safes, integrators help minimize downtime, which is crucial for meeting production targets and maintaining product quality.

Facilitating Scalability:

As businesses expand, their control systems must adapt. Integrators create flexible solutions that can be easily scaled or upgraded to meet growing demands.

Incorporating Emerging Technologies:

With the rise of Industry 4.0, integrating new technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), advanced analytics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly important. Control integrators are key to incorporating these innovations into existing systems.

The Future of Industrial Control Integration

The field of industrial control integration is continuously evolving, driven by technological advancements and shifting industry needs. Future trends include:

AI and Machine Learning Integration: Enhancing predictive maintenance and process optimization.

IoT Integration: Enabling more detailed data collection and real-time analytics.

Enhanced Cybersecurity: Addressing the increasing need for robust security measures to protect industrial control systems from cyber threats.

Conclusion

Industrial Control Integrators are essential in ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and safety of modern industrial processes. Their expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining control systems is crucial for optimizing operations and keeping pace with technological advancements. For businesses looking to upgrade or implement control systems, partnering with a skilled Industrial Control Integrator can be the key to achieving greater efficiency and performance.

[jcmarchi]

Major Breakthrough in Telepathic Human-AI Communication: MindSpeech Decodes Seamless Thoughts into Text

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Major Breakthrough in Telepathic Human-AI Communication: MindSpeech Decodes Seamless Thoughts into Text

In a revolutionary leap forward in human-AI interaction, scientists at MindPortal have successfully developed MindSpeech, the first AI model capable of decoding continuous imagined speech into coherent text without any invasive procedures. This advancement marks a significant milestone in the quest for seamless, intuitive communication between humans and machines.

The Pioneering Study: Non-Invasive Thought Decoding

The research, conducted by a team of leading experts and published on arXiv and ResearchGate, demonstrates how MindSpeech can decode complex, free-form thoughts into text under controlled test conditions. Unlike previous efforts that required invasive surgery or were limited to simple, memorized verbal cues, this study shows that AI can dynamically interpret imagined speech from brain activity non-invasively.

Researchers employed a portable, high-density Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) system to monitor brain activity while participants imagined sentences across various topics. The novel approach involved a ‘word cloud’ task, where participants were presented with words and asked to imagine sentences related to these words. This task covered over 90% of the most frequently used words in the English language, creating a rich dataset of 433 to 827 sentences per participant, with an average length of 9.34 words.

Leveraging Advanced AI: Llama2 and Brain Signals

The AI component of MindSpeech was powered by the Llama2 Large Language Model (LLM), a sophisticated text generation tool guided by brain signal-generated embeddings. These embeddings were created by integrating brain signals with context input text, allowing the AI to generate coherent text from imagined speech.

Key metrics such as BLEU-1 and BERT P scores were used to evaluate the accuracy of the AI model. The results were impressive, showing statistically significant improvements in decoding accuracy for three out of four participants. For example, Participant 1’s BLEU-1 score was significantly higher at 0.265 compared to 0.224 with permuted inputs, with a p-value of 0.004, indicating a robust performance in generating text closely aligned with the imagined thoughts.

Brain Activity Mapping and Model Training

The study also mapped brain activity related to imagined speech, focusing on areas like the lateral temporal cortex, dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC), and visual processing areas in the occipital region. These findings align with previous research on speech encoding and underscore the feasibility of using fNIRS for non-invasive brain monitoring.

Training the AI model involved a complex process of prompt tuning, where the brain signals were transformed into embeddings that were then used to guide text generation by the LLM. This approach enabled the generation of sentences that were not only linguistically coherent but also semantically similar to the original imagined speech.

A Step Toward Seamless Human-AI Communication

MindSpeech represents a groundbreaking achievement in AI research, demonstrating for the first time that it is possible to decode continuous imagined speech from the brain without invasive procedures. This development paves the way for more natural and intuitive communication with AI systems, potentially transforming how humans interact with technology.

The success of this study also highlights the potential for further advancements in the field. While the technology is not yet ready for widespread use, the findings provide a glimpse into a future where telepathic communication with AI could become a reality.

Implications and Future Research

The implications of this research are vast, from enhancing assistive technologies for individuals with communication impairments to opening new frontiers in human-computer interaction. However, the study also points out the challenges that lie ahead, such as improving the sensitivity and generalizability of the AI model and adapting it to a broader range of users and applications.

Future research will focus on refining the AI algorithms, expanding the dataset with more participants, and exploring real-time applications of the technology. The goal is to create a truly seamless and universal brain-computer interface that can decode a wide range of thoughts and ideas into text or other forms of communication.

Conclusion

MindSpeech is a pioneering breakthrough in human-AI communication, showcasing the incredible potential of non-invasive brain computer interfaces.

Readers who wish to learn more about this company should read our interview with Ekram Alam, CEO and Co-founder of MindPortal, where we discuss how MindPortal is interfacing with Large Language Models through mental processes.