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The working principle, applications and limitations of ultrasonic sensors

January 7, 2021 By Lynnette Reese

The ultrasonic sensor (or transducer) works on the same principles as a radar system. An ultrasonic sensor can convert electrical energy into acoustic waves and vice versa. The acoustic wave signal is an ultrasonic wave traveling at a frequency above 18kHz. The famous HC SR04 ultrasonic sensor generates ultrasonic waves at 40kHz frequency. Typically, a […]

Filed Under: Featured, Frequently Asked Question (FAQ), Position, Ultrasonic, Ultrasonic, Ultrasonic Level Sensor Tagged With: FAQ

Leuze presents the GSX, the world’s first combined fork sensor

October 7, 2020 By Mike Santora

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With the new GSX combined fork sensor, Leuze is once again introducing a worldwide innovation. This product combines the advantages of light and ultrasonic sensors. The GSX sensor is exceptionally suitable for labeling machines used in the packaging industry. With the introduction of the GSX, the world’s first combined fork sensor, Leuze is continuing its […]

Filed Under: Ultrasonic, Ultrasonic Tagged With: leuze

Ultrasonic sensors from Telemecanique Sensors

October 9, 2019 By Mike Santora

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Unlike conventional sensing technologies, ultrasonic technology is not adversely affected by the type of material to be detected, the color or shape of the detection target, or the environmental conditions during detection. Suitable for packaging machines, material handling, and machine tools, ultrasonic sensing is based on the detection of a high frequency ultrasonic wave reflected […]

Filed Under: Ultrasonic Tagged With: telemecaniquesensors

Toposens launches TS3 ultrasonic sensor

July 17, 2019 By Mike Santora

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Toposens recently announced the release of their current flag-ship product TS3, a 3D ultrasonic sensor suitable for a range of applications in the autonomous systems market that require a strong need for reliable object detection and situational awareness. In comparison to common ultrasonic sensors, which usually measure the distance only to the closest reflecting surface, […]

Filed Under: Ultrasonic Tagged With: toposens

New ultrasonic sensor from Pepperl+Fuchs

April 30, 2019 By Mike Santora

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Pepperl+Fuchs introduces the new UCC*-50GK series ultrasonic sensor. Only two sensor versions are required for covering a range of applications. Intended for distance measurement, the UCC*-50GK uses ultrasonic pulses to measure the distance to the target and reports information through one of three sensor outputs. Versatile configuration options make the sensor incredibly adaptable. The UCC*-50GK […]

Filed Under: Distance, Industry News, Ultrasonic Tagged With: pepperl+fuchs

P53-80-D18 ultrasonic sensor in completely encapsu­lated housing

November 18, 2018 By Aimee Kalnoskas

P53-80-D18 ultrasonic sensor

Hoffmann + Krippner is proud to announce the availability of the new model P53-80-D18. This new compact (45mm long and 18mm diameter) ultrasonic sensor is said to be smallest ultrasonic sensors on the market worldwide and is designed for use in harsh environmen­tal conditions as well as in hygienic applications. Due to the special housing construction […]

Filed Under: Position, Ultrasonic Tagged With: hoffmannkrippner

How do surgeons navigate inside a patient’s body? Part 1 of 2

May 30, 2018 By Randy Frank

Until the invention of X-ray technology, doctors had no way of determining what was happening inside a patient without the use of surgical tools. X-ray still is one of the first steps toward identifying many body ailments. However, determining if a blockage, restriction, stone, hemorrhage, cancer or other abnormality is present also involves many other […]

Filed Under: Featured, Frequently Asked Question (FAQ), Image sensing, Ultrasonic

How do local regulations play into autonomous vehicles?

February 27, 2017 By Randy Frank

At CES 2017, Cason Grover, Senior Group Manager, Vehicle Technology Planning for Hyundai Motor America explains the need to be aware of local regulations for every area where an autonomous would be driving. For example, even though the on-boar sensors can detect a pedestrian, dealing with pedestrians in cross walks is one situation that is […]

Filed Under: Featured, Image sensing, RADAR/LiDAR, Ultrasonic Tagged With: Hyundai Motor America

Sensing in the Tesla Model X

April 26, 2016 By Randy Frank

Similar to many high-end models, the Tesla Model X uses camera, radar and sonar sensors to provide the driver with real-time feedback to help avoid collisions. The vehicle also has parking sensors and blind spot warning. This is not uncommon in high-end and even medium-priced vehicles. What’s unique is the sensing in the doors. Even […]

Filed Under: Featured, Ultrasonic

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