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Inside the Joystick: Wear-free 3D Hall sensors

At RAFI, we often talk about tactile buttons, ergonomic handles, and the rugged…


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Does Generative AI Have a Place in HMI Design?

Generative AI is everywhere right now. Engineers are hearing about it in…


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The Power of One: One Brand. One Partner. One RAFI.

The news is out — Xymox is now RAFI North America. So, what does this really…


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Performance Level + SAFETY TOUCH®

What is Performance Level (PL)? Performance Level is a rating used to measure…


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Two Meanings, One Acronym: Why “HMI” Can’t Afford to Be Ambiguous

In technical industries, precision isn’t just about engineering tolerances, it…


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Supplier vs. Partner

The line between supplier and partner isn’t just semantics. It’s the difference…


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The Power of Plug-and-Play with M12 + RAMO

What is an M12 connector? The M12 is a standardized circular connector that’s…


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The Hidden Costs of a Bad HMI

Why does the cheapest option often becomes the most expensive? When you’re…


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Celebrating 125 Years of Innovation with RAFI

This year, RAFI celebrates an incredible milestone: 125 years of innovation,…


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Exploring the Power of Capacitive Hand Recognition

Safety is at the top of the list when it comes to industrial HMI design. When…


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