Part 1 of this blog addressed the different levels of autonomous driving as defined by SAE for road vehicles and introduced the topic of autonomous … [Read More...]
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What’s the status of autonomous vehicles in industrial applications? Part 1
First of all, what is an autonomous vehicle (AV)? The SAE provides classifications that many industries use for vehicular products. For automated … [Read More...]
Industry News
Precision 3D surface inspection for shiny and diffuse items (as well as quality scanning)
Micro-Epsilon offers myriad solutions for 3D surface inspection. The reflectCONTROL and surfaceCONTROL systems are intended for fast and reliable inspection of mat and shiny surfaces based on … [Read More...]
Video: Measuring dynamic tilt with an inertial measurement unit (IMU)
ACEINNA has published a new video on YouTube titled How to measure dynamic tilt and orientation with an IMU: Why would one want to know the dynamic tilt angle on a vehicle? Consider a classic … [Read More...]
Micro-Epsilon eddyNCDT 3060 eddy-current sensor systems
In contrast with conventional inductive sensors, displacement sensors that use eddy currents deliver high accuracy, bandwidth, and temperature stability. Plus the measuring principle allows … [Read More...]
High-temp sensors battle heat of welding, stamping applications
The latest line of extended-temperature proximity sensors from Balluff doubles the maximum temperature rating of standard sensors. This makes them ideal to battle the heat found in many industrial … [Read More...]
New TTI sensors application guide is split by market sectors
TTI, Inc. has just published a handy Sensors Application Guide which – for the first time – is split by market sectors rather than by franchise or device type. Sections include Smart Building; Smart … [Read More...]
New angle sensors with easy mounting
Novotechnik, U.S. introduces the Vert-X 2900 Series of sensors that measure angular position. These sensors are available in single or redundant versions. Elongated holes make mounting easier. Users … [Read More...]
Finalists announced for Switches & Sensors category in LEAP Awards
Three finalists have been announced for the inaugural Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program (LEAP) Awards’ Switches & Sensors Category. These finalists have created and incredible mix of … [Read More...]
Pepperl+Fuchs introduces light section sensors
Complex vision systems are often used for high-precision identification and analysis of object shape and position. These kinds of automation tasks can include quality control for finished components, … [Read More...]
Replacing linear potentiometers with a contactless solution
Harold G. Schaevitz Industries LLC (HGSI) has expanded its sensor product offering by adding a line of ILPS-19 Series Inductive Linear Position Sensors using LVIT Technology; contactless devices … [Read More...]
High-resolution global shutter image sensors for machine vision applications
OmniVision Technologies, Inc., a developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, has announced two new high-resolution additions to its family of global shutter image sensors—the OG02B1B/OG02B10 and … [Read More...]
Rugged through-beam sensors resist chemicals, coolants and more
A new family of stainless steel fork sensors with resistance to aggressive cleaning agents, chemicals, coolants or other media provides a viable solution for demanding environments in a variety of … [Read More...]
Non-Contact safety sensor SRF from Altech Corp
The new SMART Non-Contact Safety Sensor SRF from Altech Corp. protects machine operators from potential injury by monitoring moveable separating protective devices (such as doors, gates, panels, and … [Read More...]
PCB Piezotronics launches USB digital accelerometer
PCB Piezotronics, Inc. announces the release of a USB digital accelerometer designed for use in predictive maintenance and condition monitoring applications. Model 633A01 is a high-resolution, … [Read More...]
Endress+Hauser introduces the Memosens CCS50D chlorine dioxide sensor
Endress+Hauser is developing a new platform for disinfection sensors. The new Memosens CCS50D chlorine dioxide sensor supports safe and effective disinfection for clean drinking water, pathogen-free … [Read More...]
Stainless steel housing option for Joral Sensors
Joral LLC has announced new stainless steel housings for all currently available sensors and encoders. Specifically designed to ensure total protection from extreme temperature fluctuation, corrosive … [Read More...]
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