Unlike robots whose roots trace back to 1962 or even sooner, collaborative robots or cobots trace their roots to 1996 – over 34 years later. While the robot is an autonomous machine that functions without human control, a cobot employs artificial intelligent (AI) to perform tasks in collaboration with human workers. Major sensors used in […]
Torque
How are multi-axis sensors improving product development?
With a multi–axis sensor design, a single load cell sensor can measure 3 axes of force and 3 torque moments simultaneously. These sensors consist of multiple bridges that precisely measure the applied force from one direction with minimal crosstalk from the other axes. Using a multi-axis sensor, forces can be measured simultaneously in three mutually […]
Torque sensor houses sensing head and electronics separately
Sensor Technology has extended its new range of torque sensors with a model that has the sensing head and electronics in separate housings. This has two advantages: the sensing head can fit into very confined spaces, and the electronics can be located in a position where they are protected from physical damage, dust, dirt, moisture, […]
Ultra-thin force/torque sensor targets compact, high-precision apps
ATI Industrial Automation has developed the ultra-thin Mini43LP Force/Torque Sensor, providing high-precision force sensing in a rugged, yet compact transducer. At less than 8 mm tall, the newest member of ATI’s force/torque sensor product family is uniquely suited for smaller automated applications. The low-profile sensor body allows users to optimize their work envelope and preserve […]
ATI develops space-rate force /torque sensor for Mars 2020 Rover
ATI Industrial Automation worked with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratories (JPL) to develop a custom Force/Torque Sensor for Perseverance, the latest Mars 2020 Rover project. JPL is the leading US research entity for robotic exploration of our solar system and manages NASA’s Deep Space Network, the hardest-working telecommunications system on the planet. The Mars 2020 mission […]
Safety torque sensor for integrated and improved functional safety in collaborative robots
To address the growing demand for safe collaborative robots in manufacturing, TE Connectivity (TE) has designed a safety torque sensor with integrated and improved functional safety, including increased accuracy and speed, in the next generation of human-robot collaboration. TE’s ring-shaped safety torque sensor, which can be integrated at each cobot joint, meets the new level of safety requirements up to ISO13849 […]
Integrated Solution for Torque and Position Sensing
Electronic power steering (EPS) contributes 3% to 4% reduction in fuel consumption in a variety of vehicles. TT Electronics’ Sensing and Control division’s integrated solution for measuring torque and steering wheel angle combines its non-contacting torque sensor with a multi-turn position sensor in a single compact package. The Magnetorque Plus sensor’s torque and position sensing […]
Get Torque Data Through Bluetooth Connection
With SensorData Technologies’ BT400 Series torque sensor installed into a dynamometer driveline, all it takes is a 2.4 GHz Bluetooth connected device to receive the data. The torque sensor transmits measured data, requires relatively little space for installation, and is capable of measuring torque up to 8000 lb-ft, at speeds up to 15,000 rpm. The […]
SensorData Technologies Unveils Redesigned Website
SensorData Technologies Inc. has launched a completely redesigned website www.sensordata.com. The new website was developed in collaboration with global marketing partner, Embassy Global, LLC (www.embassyglobalpr.com). Designed to help customers find required information quickly and easily through improved navigation, ease-of-use, and enhanced search capabilities, www.sensordata.com offers a number of specialty customer tools, including: an online standard […]
SensorData Introduces Dual Range Rotating Torque Sensor Series
SensorData Technologies has announced the global market introduction of the Dyno LaborSaver, the dual range rotating torque sensor series. These high-performance torque sensors features a 5:1 ratio capacity of zero to ± full-scale, with a range of measurement options that are completely unique to any other comparable technology on the market. Traditionally, test engineers and technicians […]
