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Precision sensor technologies are not only proving their value during the production and testing of wind turbines, but also in …
Read More »Sensor solutions for predictive maintenance of wind turbines and generators
New sensors fill speed and stability gap for single-use bioreactors
The anticipated rapid shift in the life sciences arena from traditional stainless steel bioreactors to new, disposable gamma-irradiated plastic bags …
Read More »Capacitive sensors measure thermal expansion under extreme conditions
Non-contact capacitive displacement sensors from Micro-Epsilon are being used to measure the thermal expansion of star sensor carriers under extreme …
Read More »Laser profile sensors enable non-contact inline inspection of chocolate bars
For the enjoyment of chocolate, taste is not the only crucial factor. It should also be a feast for the …
Read More »12 billion new IoT devices and why design engineers should care
Michele Windsor looks ahead to 2019 and predicts the Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) trends that will effect design engineers …
Read More »World’s smallest draw-wire sensor
Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has launched the wireSENSOR MT series of miniature draw-wire sensors (cable transducers) for displacement, movement and …
Read More »1551V sensor enclosures for the IoT
The new 1551V miniature ventilated sensor enclosures from Hammond Electronics are designed to house sensors and small sub-systems installed in …
Read More »High resolution confocal sensor enables distance, position and thickness measurements in OEM production applications
Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has extended its range of confocal chromatic displacement sensors with a new compact sensor that offers …
Read More »Sensors withstand extreme temperatures, pressures and aggressive chemicals
Will Meenan looks at the the performance of specialised sensors in extreme temperatures, pressures and other extreme environments It takes …
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