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Launch of LearnersLive.com in 2025 – Now the Plan for 2026 – A Passion for Learning by Bill Attardi

WELL, WE DID IT! We are now live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BillAttardi And also on e-Learning Showcase:  https://learnerslive.com/education-showcase/ As promised we posted a virtual learning session every month in 2025: Effective Sales Presentation Skills – Learning Session #1, #2, #3 Selling in the Executive Suite SWOT Analysis and Generative AI(Sponsored by

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LEARNING NEWS

Mobile Robots Future-Proofing Supply Chains by Michael Murphy

Tariff implications and geopolitical tensions impact global supply chains, forcing manufacturers to think about how they manage inventory and minimize the effects of inflation. To address these conditions, manufacturers are turning to innovations, including mobile robots, that can offer more predictability for warehouse operations. Robots can work continuously to keep the flow

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DOE Advances Investments in AI for Science

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)has announced over $320 million in investments to rapidly advance the Genesis Mission’s artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. These awards are in accordance with President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cut and other DOE appropriations to advance “AI for science” initiatives at the DOE. The awards will

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SpaceX Plans 2026 IPO

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk called reports of a planned IPO by SpaceX “accurate” on X, setting the stage for what could be a massing financial infusion for the company. Analysts are speculating the IPO could draw at least $800 billion to the company. Musk says a key strategy for SpaceX

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NEMA Commends House on Passage of Urgent Electrical Supply Chain Legislation

“NEMA commends the House for passing the Electric Supply Chain Act (R. 3638) championed by Rep. Bob Latta (R-OH). This legislation represents a critical step toward securing America’s energy infrastructure and strengthening our nation’s global competitiveness. “As artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and data centers drive once-in-a-generation electricity demand growth, this bill ensures electrical manufacturers have the supply chain visibility

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As Legislation Dims Fluorescent Bulbs, Edge LED’s Light Labor Retrofit Panel Offers a 2-Minute LED Fix

A growing number of states are enacting legislation to phase out fluorescent tube lighting, signaling a decisive shift away from older, mercury-containing technologies toward modern, energy-efficient alternatives. This regulatory transition creates an immediate, nationwide demand for fast, compliant, and cost-saving replacement solutions. Edge LED LED Lighting Source – Edge LED announced

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FEATURED PRODUCT

SATCO|NUVO’s Plus Series Commercial Downlights

With and Without Emergency Backup | Square & Round SATCO|NUVO’s Plus Series LED Commercial Downlights deliver exceptional performance and versatility for today’s remodel or new construction commercial environments. Offered in 4, 6, 8 and 10-inch round or square configurations, these downlights feature field-selectable wattage and CCT settings, 90 CRI illumination,

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New Technologies

Keystone Solutions for Data Center Lighting

With rising demand from AI, cloud hosting, co-location facilities, and edge-network buildouts, these facilities operate 24/7 and draw significant power. While most of that energy feeds servers and HVAC systems, data center lighting still plays a crucial role in uptime, safety, and efficiency. Choosing the right fixtures isn’t just a

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Alloy LED’s VariTune RazorLine 6.1 Tunable White Tape Light

Alloy LED introduces VariTune RazorLine 6.1, an ultra-narrow tunable white LED tape light that delivers full-spectrum white light in a compact footprint. Offering a broad range of color temperatures from 2700K to 6500K with a 90+ Color Rendering Index (CRI) rating, the tape light is only 4 millimeters wide, making it

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New LiDAR Laser for the Next Generation of Vehicles

Autonomous driving demands sensor technology that delivers precision, reliability, and long-range performance every second. LiDAR systems capture the environment in three dimensions, regardless of lighting conditions, and enable safe, real-time decision-making. With its new 5-junction edge-emitting laser, ams OSRAM introduces a key component that elevates these systems to a new

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E-Learning Showcase

Just Three Things to Remember for a Dynamic Presentation

1. Creative Opening – your first impression 2. Meaningful Content – sharing what you know 3. Compelling Close – your lasting impression You owe your audience a good performance and it’s directly related to your preparation. If you give a dynamic performance, you have nothing to worry about but if

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Guerrilla Marketing When You Want High Impact at Low Cost

How creative are you? Well, Marketing NOW demands it when you communicate with your customers.  They do not have time for gibberish.  One of the most creative is Guerrilla Marketing, an unconventional, low-cost communications strategy that relies on creativity, surprise, and high-impact interactions with your target customers. Connecting with your

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Leadership – Transactional vs. Transformational

Leadership – Transactional vs. Transformational by Thomas Farrell October 2025  Learn about two key leadership styles with Dr. Farrell Superintendent of Schools, NJ Transactional – Competent Leadership that managing through systems and processes Transformational – Inspirational Leadership that leads through vision and empowerment The approach leaders take cascades through every

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Publications of Learning

LIGHTING PICKS from Electrical Contractor

Subscription – Electrical Contractor Magazine  Lighting Affects Hospital Workers’ Well-Being by Katie Kuehner-Hebert LED-to-LED Upgrades: Benefits, rebates and other considerations   by Craig DiLouie Better Lighting Benefits Workers Returning to the Office   by Lori Lovely Adhering to a New Code: Notable changes come to California  by Craig DiLouie DLC Introduces

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Humanoid Robots in the Construction Industry: A Future Vision

General-purpose robots could be useful in a range of construction activities, from moving heavy concrete blocks to welding and plumbing. Although these robots come in various forms, humanoids—those that resemble people in size and shape—attract the most attention. Humanoids are still relatively early in development, but they could potentially transform

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6 Defining Manufacturing Trends of 2026 by Bernard Marr

 In 2026, focus is shifting from excitement over what AI can do in manufacturing to a more mature, considered understanding of what human-machine collaboration should look like in practice. Industries that gained first-mover advantage by adopting cognitive, connected processes are developing a deeper awareness of the challenges, complexities and cultural

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EDUCATION RESOURCES

NEMA’s 2025 Guide to the Electroindustry

NEMA’s 2025 Guide to the Electroindustry provides an in-depth analysis of the electroindustry, underscoring its vital role in the economy, grid reliability, and powering the future. The electroindustry is a powerful force. We contribute a full 1% of U.S. GDP and directly provide over 580,000 American jobs.  NEMA’s world-class market

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Future-Ready Campuses: From Classroom Wellbeing to Climate Resilience

A field guide to classrooms and campuses that perform: sound control, visual comfort, resilience and compliance, rapid retrofit tactics, and products ready for education projects. From acoustics that improve comprehension to fast-track LED lighting retrofits that cut costs without disruption, today’s education projects demand solutions that elevate student outcomes and

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The Genesis of the U.S. Space Force – On December 20, 2019, President Donald Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2020, officially creating the United States Space Force, a new and independent branch of the U.S. military. The establishment of the Space Force marked a historic shift in how the U.S. views and manages its military operations in space, reflecting the growing importance of space as both a domain of strategic competition and national security. The Space Force is tasked with ensuring the U.S. maintains its superiority in space, focusing on both the defense of space assets and the development of offensive capabilities. Its mission includes:

  1. Space Operations: Overseeing space-based systems, such as satellites, that provide essential services to the U.S. military, including communication, reconnaissance, and missile defense.
  2. Space Security: Protecting U.S. space infrastructure from threats, including anti-satellite weapons, cyberattacks, and other potential forms of disruption by adversarial nations.
  3. Space Research and Development: Developing and deploying cutting-edge space technologies, including space-based defense systems, that ensure the U.S. maintains an edge in space exploration and military operations.
  4. Supporting National Defense: Integrating space capabilities into broader national defense strategies, ensuring that U.S. forces can operate effectively in space as part of a multi-domain approach to warfare.

The Space Force is designed to streamline and strengthen the U.S. military’s space operations, which were previously under the purview of the U.S. Air Force. By separating space operations into a distinct branch, the government hoped to increase focus on space as a critical area of national defense and enhance the U.S. military’s ability to respond to emerging threats. Source: Day in History