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Teams from around the world compete at the University Rover Challenge (URC), held each year in the desert of Southern Utah in the United States. Student teams compete to design and build the next generation of Mars rovers that will one day work alongside astronauts exploring the Red Planet. One such team that has stood out for us is Team Anveshak from IIT, Madras, India. The group of over 20 student engineers is on a mission to build the next ...

Consumer flight sims are increasing in popularity nowadays. From aviation Geeks to hobbyists and innovators, more and more people are getting into building flight simulators. One such group is the EAA 485 – a group of aviation enthusiasts in Florida who come together often to share their love of flying. John McKiernan, President of EAA 485, reached out to us about the group’s most recent rebuild of a child biplane simulator known as Rusty. “We...

Technology continues to grow and as a result, the world is changing around us. Companies are becoming more technology-based and daily lives are being more automated. So the question at hand is: Are you willing to leap into this automated world and make your home not only more convenient and comfortable but more efficient? You may have seen videos of luxurious homes with automated features that you thought you could only dream about. However, ...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of smart home technology, enhancing home efficiency with linear actuators represents a cutting-edge approach to modern living. These compact and versatile devices transform electrical energy into motion, allowing for the precise control of various elements within your household. From smoothly sliding doors to adjustable furniture and beyond, linear actuators introduce a level of convenience, accessibility, and...

We’re taking a look back at some of our most popular articles, revamping them and republishing them to be enjoyed again! Back in 2019 Progressive Automations met with Mike Senna and Michael McMaster to discuss all-thing’s robots! Everyday, there is always something that we may find fascination from in life. Comic books, Disney movies, pop culture and cosplay are a few examples of what brings joy, imagination, and creativity to many. Events suc...

Today, lifting mechanisms are widely applied in both domestic and industrial purpose automation. Featuring a simple construction controlled by the push of a button, automated lifts can help solve a wide array of tasks like freight transportation, position optimization, automated opening/closing of doors and windows and so on. In this article, we will discuss how to make a lifting mechanism and which tools one will require to do it. We will als...