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Farming our way to the future: Check out DPA’s October issue!

We are thrilled to present the latest issue of DPA, available now in both print and online! Our October issue is packed with insights into the key topics of Sensors & Transducers, Connectors & Couplings and Linear Motion, plus a sneak preview of SPS 2023. Here's a glimpse of what's in store.

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Rishi Sunak has announced plans to water down the UK’s net zero policies significantly, alleging that this will save households money. But is this true, and what are the implications for industry’s ability to combat climate change? In this month’s column, I investigate these important questions – and argue that now is not the time to press pause on net zero (p. 4).

Gone are the days when farming relied solely on historical data and gut instincts. Today, the agricultural industry is undergoing a technological revolution. Discover how sensors, robots, drones, and artificial intelligence are helping farmers make informed decisions. Learn how smart farming is poised to revolutionise agriculture by boosting yields, reducing waste, and promoting sustainability. Our cover story reveals how rugged communication networks and smart connection solutions are the building blocks of the farming of the future (p. 24).

Speaking of innovative solutions, manual auto parking is not only inefficient, but also poses environmental and safety concerns. Now, Stanley Robotics is on a mission to change that, by optimising high-volume automobile storage and retrieval with the help of smart actuators from Thomson (p. 30).

Plus, don’t forget to look out for these key stories:
• ‘Smart’ ultra-compact profile sensor is key to time-saving electroplating robot (p. 10)
• SPS 2023: The ‘who’s who’ of automation (p. 16)
• Video of the Month: Maintenance: Don't just stick a plaster on it! (p. 37)
• Keeping connectors secure in space (p. 22)
• How to choose the right linear guide for your application (p. 32)

Thank you for being a part of the DPA community – we hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as we enjoyed putting it together.

Click here to get your copy today, and stay at the forefront of engineering excellence!

Do let me know what you think, and if you think there are any specific topics we should be covering. Email me at sophia.bell@imlgroup.co.uk.

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.