Sensors Features

Joining the dots with sensor integration devices

There was a time when sensors were simple switches, and their manufacturers just hardware suppliers. All that has changed. Sensors are the ‘eyes and ears’ that collect data on the front line of production and logistics operations. Equipped with ever-smaller microprocessors, they have become intelligent.

Laser triangulation sensors measure lateral position of rail bogie wheels

Laser triangulation sensors from Micro-Epsilon are being used to measure the lateral position of rail bogie wheels relative to the railhead in a rail traction technology project by SET Limited.

Fast and precise conductivity sensors save water and cut costs

The need for effective wash-down and cleaning whilst meeting increasing demands to save resources and cut costs has always been a tricky challenge – especially as optimum hygiene is essential in food and beverage manufacturing.

Creating a Standard Light Source for improved temperature measurements on gas turbines

Scientists have developed a standard light source (SLS) for verification of a temperature mapping device.

More Sensors Features Features

Condition monitoring evolution drives machine performance and reliability improvements(01/05/2020)

With more advanced condition monitoring technology at their disposal, today’s maintenance and operations teams can spend less time collecting data and more time acting on it. Phil Burge, PR and Brand Awareness Manager at SKF, charts progress in this economically crucial area of industrial improvement.
Understanding the more unusual sensors(10/03/2020)

When sensors (photoelectric, inductive, pressure, temperature etc) were in their infancy, they were difficult to configure, and users were relatively inexperienced.
Smart building sensors explained(03/02/2020)

Jonathan Catchpole, system architect for TE Connectivity, talks about the seven most important sensors for smart home and intelligent buildings and how the AmbiMate sensor module combines them to help developers get their products to market faster.
A laser inspection solution for automated shoe sole gluing(03/02/2020)

Gluing the soles is a key part of the shoe manufacturing process. However, performing this manually is inefficient and produces inconsistent results. A Chinese high-tech robotics company turned to 3D laser inspection experts SmartRay to help them deliver a flexible, automated solution for their clients.
RFID monitoring of paint curing line(03/02/2020)

A manufacturer of automotive-suspension coil springs uses Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to identify parts and monitor process status in an automated paint shop.