White Papers
Our team of engineers and our suppliers have conducted thorough research and run tests to gather a collection of articles and whitepapers centred around a specific application. This collection offers valuable insights and discoveries, highlighting the complexities and potential of the application.
Analysis of MIP vs NMEA Aiding Information with the MicroStrain 3DM-CV7-INS
MicroStrain’s Applications Engineer, Aidan Laracy, did a deep dive to compare the performance of NMEA and MIP GNSS data input methods for the 3DM-CV7-INS. Learn as he explores the trade-offs between ease of integration and precision.
Enhancing Inertial Navigation System Performance with Radar
By leveraging the strengths of both radar and INS, engineers and researchers can develop more capable and adaptable autonomous robots for a variety of applications, from industrial automation to autonomous vehicles.
Magnetometer vs Dual-Antenna Heading in Fixed-Wing Aircraft
This report compares the steps necessary to use a magnetometer vs a dual-antenna as a heading source for a Cessna 150M flown in a repeated flight profile.
Closing the Loop Between In-process and Offline Measurements of Flexible Medical Tubing Products for Compliance Validation
Demand for medical device consumables, such as tubing, is increasing, creating production challenges for manufacturers. One critical challenge is how to accurately measure flexible products for compliance validation without sacrificing production speeds.
FlexiForce™ Sensor Durability, Drift, Recovery, and Its Impact on Your Design
A summary of sensor performance experiments conducted by Tekscan Applications Engineers.
Improving Medical Devices with Force Sensing Technology
Design engineers integrate force sensors into medical devices to create smart tools that produce quantifiable data. These intelligent devices help to eliminate guesswork, create consistency, and improve patient outcomes. Force feedback is an increasingly valuable feature in the medical device market, and a large array of products and applications use force feedback.
Comparison of Interface Pressure Measurement Options
Review of Load Cells, Pressure Indicating Files & Tactile Pressure Sensors for Improvement of Research & Quality Control
You Have Ten Fingers, But That Doesn’t Mean The Input Range Has To Be 10 Volts!
Review of Load Cells, Pressure Indicating Files & Tactile Pressure Sensors for Improvement of Research & Quality Control.
Smart Machinery Health Monitoring Solutions
Review of Load Cells, Pressure Indicating Files & Tactile Pressure Sensors for Improvement of Research & Quality Control
Enhancing Urban Search and Rescue Capabilities with High-Sensitivity Accelerometers
USAR operations require advanced technology to quickly find disaster victims. Dytran by HBK accelerometers offer precise seismic detection, boosting rescue success rates for first responders.
Quasistatic Measurements
Understanding Quasistatic Measurements and Signal Referencing Challenges with AC-coupled and IEPE Sensors
Selection of Amplifiers and Hardline Cables for High-Temperature Piezoelectric Sensor
High-temperature piezoelectric sensors are crucial in harsh environments. To effectively capture vibration signals, they require a high-temperature charge-mode sensor, a remote charge amplifier, and a durable cable. As temperature rises, insulation resistance drops; for example, model 3316M3 shifts from 100 Mega Ohms at room temperature to 250 Kilo Ohms at 1,000°F. This necessitates careful selection of the charge amplifier and cable for accurate data retrieval.
Nuclear and Radiation Hardened Sensors
Sensors designed for nuclear environments must reliably operate and provide dependable measurements throughout their lifecycle. These sensors endure high radiation, extreme temperatures, and material degradation. It’s crucial for nuclear plant operators, whether human or automated, to base decisions on accurate measurements of vibration and pressure that reflect real conditions. Safety protocols often hinge on precise measurements reaching specific thresholds, making accuracy vital for safe operations.
Sensing Technology and Electrical Interface Selection for Areas with High EMI/RFI Intensity
The foundation of modern development relies on establishing baselines through initial measurements, with sensors crucial for tracking progress. Selecting suitable sensing technology is complex due to EMI/RFI interference affecting electrical signals. While digital technologies have safeguards, analogue signals are vulnerable, particularly in high switching current environments like electric vehicles. This paper examines how different sensing technologies and electrical interfaces respond to EMI/RFI, noting that installation and cable length can influence these effects. It will also compare the performance of various vibration sensor technologies under similar conditions.
Technology That Extends The Life of Quartz Thermocouple Sheaths in ASM Epsilon® Reactors up to Three Times Longer
In many epitaxial processes, the deterioration and failure of the quartz sheath protecting thermocouples (TCs) dictate maintenance schedules and can lead to unscheduled maintenance. These premature TC failures cost valuable production time and impact the maintenance budget. To address this issue and extend the lifespan of TCs, Conax Technologies embarked on an 8-year project to develop an advanced TC sheath coating technology.
A Discussion of Unit Calibration vs. Bulk Wire Calibration of Type R and S Profile Thermocouples
In many epitaxial processes, the deterioration and failure of the quartz sheath protecting thermocouples (TCs) dictate maintenance schedules and can lead to unscheduled maintenance. These premature TC failures cost valuable production time and impact the maintenance budget. To address this issue and extend the lifespan of TCs, Conax Technologies embarked on an 8-year project to develop an advanced TC sheath coating technology.
Eliminating Premature Failure of Exhaust Gas Sensors in 7F and 9F Class Turbines
In many epitaxial processes, the deterioration and failure of the quartz sheath protecting thermocouples (TCs) dictate maintenance schedules and can lead to unscheduled maintenance. These premature TC failures cost valuable production time and impact the maintenance budget. To address this issue and extend the lifespan of TCs, Conax Technologies embarked on an 8-year project to develop an advanced TC sheath coating technology.
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