3D surface inspection and defect detection
The '3D ReflectControl' sensors from Micro-Epsilon are used for surface inspection and defect detection on highly reflective and transparent surfaces.
read more...read more...Slight decline in incoming orders
The sensor and measurement technology sector recorded no change in turnover in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter. However, turnover fell by 10% compared to the third quarter of 2023. Incoming orders were 2% below the level of the previous quarter.
read more...New sensor concepts in the '3DGlassGuard' project
Light guides integrated into glass have the potential to significantly improve the measurement quality of sensors for research and industry. A consortium including Fraunhofer IZM is working on how in the '3DGlassGuard' project.
read more...Swarm navigation system consisting of sensors, rovers and astronauts
In the Luna hall, the German Aerospace Center (DLR) has researched how payload boxes, sensors, rovers and astronauts connect to form a network. They exchange signals that can be used for communication and navigation at the same time.
read more...Monitor vibrations in three axes with IO-Link
The 'VVB30x' condition monitoring sensor from ifm continuously records vibrations in all three spatial directions.
read more...New generation of encoders
The 'Sendix' encoders have been an integral part of the Kübler product portfolio for many years. Now a new generation of encoders has been developed with state-of-the-art sensor and electronics technology that is suitable for integration into future IIoT environments.
read more...Mourning for Gisela Sick
Gisela Sick passed away on November 1, 2024 at the age of 101. She supported the company from the very beginning until it became the global group it is today.
read more...ipf electronic at the SPS 20214
Parametric System Solution
ipf introduces the VO330570, an optical distance measuring system that contactlessly detects all moving objects regardless of material or color within a range of 15 to 60 mm without slippage.
read more...Surface processing by robot
The surface treatment of components by polishing, removing edges or grinding takes time and is prone to errors. Together with Joke Technology, TH Köln is therefore developing software to control a robot that can imitate the complex movements of skilled workers.
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