Robots working on detailed workpieces need to know where the workpiece is at all times. The more precise, the more difficult. Researchers at the Fraunhofer IAPT have now developed an improved visual aid for industrial robots.
read more...From 2020, the previous AMA congresses 'Sensor' and 'IRS2' will be incorporated into the new international conference 'SMSI 2020 - Sensor and Measurement Science International'. This will result in a changed congress cycle from 2019.
read more...There is no one ideal frequency for all level measurement applications. Liquids, pastes, bulk materials or liquefied gases in tanks, silos or transportable containers - the general conditions are too varied. An overview.
read more...Althen is presenting three new products: An application for the wireless communication of data loggers from Graphtec, the M5800 pressure transducer from TE with a rotatable display and the Deep Water and Shallow Water inclination systems from Jewell for inland and saltwater areas.
read more...Fraunhofer IOSB-INA has developed a new type of mobile sensor system. What looks like luggage is actually a mobile 'Industry 4.0 analysis case' for machines and systems.
read more...Cognex launches Cognex Explorer Real Time Monitoring (RTM) for factory automation and logistics processes. The tool identifies process errors, maximizes the read rate for 1-D, 2-D and DPM barcodes and reduces manual rework.
read more...With the help of sensors, winegrowers can obtain information on the ripeness, quality, yield prospects and disease risks of their vines.
read more...Mechanical surface hammering involves the targeted modification of metallic surfaces. However, it has not yet been possible to record parameters such as the force and acceleration of the hammer ram and evaluate them in real time - something that a transfer project from "Digital in NRW" aims to change.
read more...A few weeks ago, the AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement published the final version of the 'Sensor Technologies 2022' study. However, you will search in vain for a practical IoT sensor concept in the document.
read more...Novotechnik offers angle sensors in different variants and sizes, ranging from versions in plastic housings to heavy-duty solutions in robust metal housings.
read more...ipf electronic supplements its portfolio of sensors with IO-Link interface with a range of optical sensors with IO-Link.
read more...The seamless mapping of material flows is essential for the optimization and automated control of production in Industry 4.0. Valuable information for the digital twin is provided by the position data of objects recorded via real-time radio positioning.
read more...Christian Weisenahl has been a member of the Management Board of Sick Vertriebs-GmbH, based in Düsseldorf, since July 1, 2018. The controlling specialist succeeds Roland Noz.
read more...Sensor+Test, which ended after three days on June 28, 2018, boasted the highest number of exhibitors in ten years. The proportion of exhibitors from abroad also reached a new high.
read more...The Innovation Award of the AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement goes to two development teams this year. And the special prize in the 'Young Companies' category also has two winners.
read more...For the 18th time, the Sensor Technology Association honored exceptional new developments in sensor and measurement technology. This time, four applicants made it to the final. But what makes these four so special?
read more...580 exhibitors will be showcasing their latest products from the world of sensors at Sensor+Test at the end of June 2018. Computer&AUTOMATION shows a selection of these in a picture gallery.
read more...The start-up 'RoVi Robot Vision' wants to simplify the electronic sensor technology of robots. For the first time, it has succeeded in enabling robots to perceive the positions, movements and contact forces of their arms and grippers without integrated electronic sensors.
read more...Hygienic conditions must be maintained when cleaning containers in the pharmaceutical industry. It is ideal if the flowmeters used for this purpose do not require contact between the sensor element and the medium.
read more...With its smart machine components such as the 'Screw 4.0', Bremen-based start-up Sensosurf provides process information for the next level in order to make the blind spots in production visible.
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