Sensors Features

Proximity sensors: you do have more choice

When sensing metal parts on moving machinery the choice of sensor is usually limited to: ‘which inductive proximity switch should I choose?” Understandably so, since inductive proximity switches have become well established over decades and perform a sterling job.

Sensors support breakthrough in mineshaft inspection

Regular mineshaft inspection is mandatory in every country that plays host to a mining industry, but inspection procedures result in large revenue losses due to losses of production; moreover, these inspections are necessarily performed in a potentially dangerous and high-risk environment.

Queensgate launches Dual Sensor Technology™

Queensgate Instruments has unveiled its revolutionary Dual Sensor Technology, a pioneering control technique offering faster, more accurate and more stable microscope objective focusing than ever before.

Energy conservation starts with reliable measurements

Energy efficiency has become an increasingly important focus for industry in recent years, as engineers seek reductions in the power demands of process equipment through better use of higher level control systems.

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Pressure indication as simple as a ‘Litmus’ test(14/09/2012)

The next generation of affordable, tactile pressure sensor film technology has arrived, significantly improving visual detail, while remaining environmentally friendly and easy to use.
From bespoke project to commercial spin-off(14/09/2012)

A vibration monitoring system, originally developed as a bespoke product to protect the twin drive trains of a hovercraft, has led to the launch of a versatile commercial system that can be easily adapted to meet a variety of condition monitoring needs. Andy Anthony explains how it all came about.
Inclinometers support life test in vacuo(14/09/2012)

Customised to withstand extreme changes of temperature under hard vacuum, precision servo inclinometers maintain precision and reliability throughout a three-month life test qualification, helping RUAG Space to complete a programme of tests on its innovative satellite thruster orientation mechanism.
Piezo effect: exploring its applications potential(14/09/2012)

Piezoelectric materials produce a voltage when a force is applied to them (piezo effect), and can change their dimensions when an electric field is applied (inverse piezo effect).
Sensing growth opportunities(21/08/2012)

Could the sensors sector be a microcosm of the whole national economy? Tony Ingham of Sensor Technology certainly thinks so. Here he looks at what it will take to run a small technology company in the second decade of the millennium.