Sensors, Vision
Industry standard Size 25 encoder reference website, push-button programmable encoders
An encoder part number reference website deciphers more than 200,000 size-25 encoder combinations, gives descriptions and replacement options with next-day delivery for orders placed by 6 p.m. CST; 10 two-button-programmable encoders are said to cover all combinations.
Advanced valve diagnostics drive savings
When coupled with diagnostic software, smart positioners can be used to reduce maintenance costs and outages.
Six things automation and control engineers need to know about calibration
Cover Story: Reasons for calibration include new instruments, repairs or modifications or scheduled care. Learn details about calibration’s impact on preventive maintenance, schedules, documentation and more.
Matching feed water pump designs with gas fired power plants advances
Gas turbine manufacturers have developed larger and more efficient units, which need to be supported by advanced feed water pumps (FWP) to ensure long-term reliability as well as cost-effectiveness.
Direct laser writing method leads to advanced printing
Northwestern Engineering researchers have developed a lens produced by electromagnetic methods that allows researchers to print structures on challenging surfaces.
Robot sensor market growth expected
Demand for robot vision sensors are very high all over the world and will keep the global robot sensor market strong for the next several years.
Graphene-based biosensors used to develop mass COVID-19 tests
Graphene-based biosensors are being used to develop better, cheaper, quicker, more accessible testing for the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
Instrument technician’s evolving role
Many plant-floor technicians are being asked to do more as their role evolves.
How 3D LIDAR scanning adds value for industrial, manufacturing clients
Light detection and ranging (LIDAR) scanning offers critical benefits to clients and engineers and makes projects more efficient and minimizes conflicts.
Researchers’ algorithm designs soft robots that sense
Deep-learning technique optimizes the arrangement of sensors on a robot’s body to ensure efficient operation. See video.