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How to Handle Physical and Chemical Corrosion in Industrial Instruments
Description: Corrosion is a major challenge in industrial instruments, affecting accuracy and durability. This article explores the types of corrosion-physical, chemical, and electrochemical-and effective ...
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How to Fix Magnetic Flowmeter Black Screen or White Screen
Description: Learn how to troubleshoot black or white screen issues with your magnetic flowmeter. This guide covers common causes such as power problems, voltage instability, display malfunctions, and system ...
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Can AI Technology Be Applied to Vibration Tables? A Comprehensive Discussion
Description: This article explores integrating AI into high-frequency vibration tables by examining its impact on smart control, real-time data analysis, and multi-axis coordination while questioning its full ...
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Dynamic Performance and Optimization Strategies for High-Frequency Vibration Tables in Environmental Testing
Description: This paper provides an in-depth analysis of high-frequency vibration tables for environmental testing, emphasizing dynamic performance, load compensation, and advanced control strategies to enhance ...
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Preventing Motor Overheating: Common Causes and Effective Solutions
Description: Motor overheating is a common issue that can lead to significant equipment damage and downtime if not addressed promptly. It is caused by various factors that impact the motor's mechanical, ...
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Cut Out the Noise - The Importance of Common Mode Rejection (CMR) in High-Voltage Transducers
From: Knick Interface LLCDescription: Common Mode Rejection (CMR) is a critical factor in ensuring accurate and reliable measurements in high-voltage transducers, particularly in the presence of common mode noise caused by external ...
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Vehicle Scale Accuracy - What You Need to Know
From: METTLER TOLEDODescription: When you consider the cost of your goods and materials, even seemingly small weighing errors can be of considerable value when multiplied by the number of trucks you process each day, week or year. ...
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QbD and Weighing - Integrating Weighing Process Data
From: METTLER TOLEDODescription: Integration of weighing processes into a manufacturing and management system is essential for consistent monitoring and control of quality-critical attributes. In a Quality-by-Design-ba sed approach, ...
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Select the Right Sensor-BinMaster's Level Sensor Technology Guide
From: BinMaster, Inc.Description: The right sensor can maximize cost savings and bulk inventory efficiency. The wrong one may lead to errors and headaches. Skip the confusion with BinMaster's guide. ...
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4 Best Gas Safety Systems for Beverage, Industrial Safety
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: Since being a restaurant owner, brewer, indoor grower, or industry professional can have its own challenges - we decided to do the heavy lifting for you and compare the best monitors out there. After ...
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Advanced Study and Technological Optimization of High-Frequency Vibration Tables in Product Reliability Testing
Description: This study analyzes high-frequency vibration tables for reliability testing, focusing on multi-axis coordination, smart control, and advanced data acquisition. Significant performance improvements ...
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What is a Servo Motor?
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: How encoders are used on servo motors ...
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How Motor Thermal Protection Prevents Costly Failures
Description: Discover key protection methods-thermal relays, sensors, and electronic controls-to extend motor life and ensure safety. ...
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Ultrasonic Hydrogen Gas Meters
Description: Given that it does not emit carbon emissions, hydrogen is garnering attention as a clean energy resource in order to achieve carbon neutrality, an ambition of the sustainable development goals (SDGs). ...
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Laser RADAR for Non-Contact Ground Vibration Tests
From: Ommatidia LiDARDescription: Ommatidia LiDAR’s Q1 and Q2 Laser RADAR systems offer a revolutionary approach to Ground Vibration Testing by enabling non-contact, high-resolution measurements of structural vibrations. Unlike ...
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Avoid These Common Misconceptions Regarding OPC UA and Weighing
From: METTLER TOLEDODescription: The OPC UA communication standard allows for the definition of Companion Specifications. Users of these Specifications benefit from even easier OPC UA integration and interoperability. However, there ...
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Easily Measure Tilt with Your SDI Accelerometer
From: Silicon Designs, Inc.Description: SDI’s analog ±2G surface mount accelerometers, as well as all SDI modules built with them, have the low noise performance necessary for measurement accuracy in tilt applications. In the ...
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Quickly Check Calibration on Your Accelerometer
From: Silicon Designs, Inc.Description: All Silicon Designs DC accelerometers use MEMS capacitive sensing technology and respond to the Earth's gravity. This makes it very easy to verify the calibration because they will show approximately ...
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Leading Cause of Error in Temperature Measurement
From: Nanmac CorporationDescription: All contact type of temperature sensors such as thermocouples, RTD's, thermistors, bi-metallic thermometers, etc. are subject to an error we call the “STEM EFFECT' (SE). When a probe is immersed ...
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How to Improve Quality Control
From: SICKDescription: Having effective systems setup for quality control allows manufacturers to maintain uniformity in product quality, which is essential for customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. By doing this, it ...
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Boosting Efficiency and Quality in EV Battery Production
From: SICKDescription: Electric vehicle (EV) battery traceability is crucial for ensuring quality, safety, and scalability in production. ...
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Advantages of igh-precision magnetic measurement systems in robotics
From: BOGEN Magnetics GmbHDescription: Magnetic measurement systems are the superior choice for engineers and automation specialists looking for high precision, reliability, and cost efficiency. Whether in robotic arms, grippers, or linear ...
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The Crucial Role of Medical Oxygen Sensors in Healthcare Safety
Description: From ventilators to home therapy, discover how oxygen sensors ensure accurate oxygen delivery for patient safety and effective treatment. ...
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Applications of thermal protector for motor in motor industry
Description: Thermal protectors are vital components in the motor industry, playing a key role in ensuring the longevity, safety, and efficiency of various types of motors. These protectors are designed to monitor ...
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Doppler Effect & Laser Vibrometry: Advanced Vibration Testing
From: Ommatidia LiDARDescription: In industries like automotive and manufacturing, testing for noise and vibration is essential for quality and safety. But how do you measure vibrations without touching the object? One method is laser ...
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Electrical Isolation Specifications: A Closer Look Into a High-Voltage Transducer Datasheet
From: Knick Interface LLCDescription: When selecting a voltage transducer, understanding the detailed specifications of isolation is crucial to ensure safety, reliability, and optimal performance. In this article, we'll explore key ...
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A Comparative Study on Testing of Wide-Range Angles Precision 2-axis Digital Angular Measuring Instrument.
Description: This paper presents a comparative study on using rotary table, sine bar and fixed angle jigs to test precision wide-range angle 2-axis digital leveling instrument. ...
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Compact Low Cost Pressure Transmitter vs. Process SMART Pressure Transmitter
Description: A compact pressure transmitter employs various technologies, such as piezoresistive, thick film ceramic, and thin film metal pressure transmitters. These sensors transform physical pressure ...
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Thermal Runaway Sensor Advances Improve Regulatory Compliance
From: Churod Americas, Inc.Description: A new generation of pressure sensor technology brings new features to EV battery protection and emerging requirements ...
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Clamp-on Type Current Transformer in the Application of Household PV-ESSC System
Description: A clamp-on CT is a type of current transformer that can be easily attached around the conductor (such as a wire) without needing to disconnect or alter the electrical circuit. This design makes them ...
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Thermal Flow Meter with Multi-Calibration Groups Simplifies Portable Monitoring System for Flare Gas Units
Description: Natural gas pipeline booster compressor stations require careful monitoring, maintenance and emissions reporting to ensure the safe, efficient and environmentally compliant processing and transport of ...
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Green Hydrogen (H2) From Renewables Using PEM Fuel Cells Relies on Accurate Liquid/Air Flow Monitoring Switches
Description: The design engineers at a European industrial equipment firm recognized early that their turnkey solution for a green hydrogen (H2) proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell electrolyzer would require ...
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HAPS and GAPS Proximity Sensors Article
From: Powell Electronics, Inc.Description: All aircraft need reliable, rugged proximity sensors to ensure that systems such as cargo loading, doors, flight controls, and landing gear, for example, work correctly and safely. Finding suitable ...
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The No-Brainer Guide to: Thermocouple Basics
From: Nanmac CorporationDescription: This article explains the basics of how a thermocouple works, and provides historical background on temperature measurement in general. ...
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Optimising Steam Cracker Furnaces with Thermal Imaging
From: LANDDescription: The Role of Steam Cracker Furnaces ...
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Advanced Temperature Measurement in Heat Treatment Processes
From: LANDDescription: Heat treatment is essential for the targeted influencing of important material and surface properties, for example to soften a part, to harden its surface or to anneal stresses. ...
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Pressure Sensor Selection Guide - Key Factors to Consider
Description: With so many different pressure sensor models, accuracies, and features available from a variety of manufacturers, it's easy to get overwhelmed and choose an inappropriate pressure sensor model that ...
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The Revival of Analog Technology in Pressure Sensors
Description: Many modern MEMS pressure sensors have digital signal processing built in. The disadvantage: the integrated analog-to-digital converter ultimately determines the quality of the output signal. Pure ...
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Pressure Sensors in Pneumatic Environments
Description: When selecting a sensor, the key questions are: What is the application? What medium is the sensor exposed to? Not every sensor works reliably, especially in pneumatics: Since there is always a little ...
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Should I Use a Pressure Sensor or Mass Flow Sensor to Measure Flow?
Description: A common measurement task in medical and industrial applications is to measure volume or mass flow. It is important to know the pros and cons of various sensor technologies. There are two methods for ...
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Ceramic Pressure Sensors: Why, When and Where to Use Them
Description: A pressure sensor is a device to measure the pressure of gases and liquids. These sensors are used in a wide range of applications, from altitude sensing in rockets to pressure switching in water ...
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MEMS Mass Flow Selection Guide
Description: To meet specific application needs, a wide range of flow sensing technologies are now available for use in various industries. Commercially available MEMS (microelectromechanical system) flow sensors, ...
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Temperature Sensor Theory & Operation
Description: Temperature sensors are indispensable in many technical applications in order to obtain exact information about the temperature of a system. They play a decisive role in areas like climate technology, ...
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Pressure Sensor Theory of Operation
Description: Pressure sensors have very diverse applications requiring different properties. There are several technologies for measuring pressure. Depending on the scenario, the measured pressure may need to be ...
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Standard Operating Procedures for Gas Detection Monitors
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: A well-developed SOP should include detailed steps for proper installation, calibration, maintenance, and use of gas detection equipment. ...
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Water Flow Control And Line Stopping
From: Petersen Products Co.Description: Proper flow management and line stopping solutions are essential to operating efficiently and avoiding disruptions that could cost your business dearly. Any attempt at neglecting these requirements ...
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Why Regular Gas Line Pressure Testing is Essential for Safety
From: Petersen Products Co.Description: Importance of Regular Gas Line Pressure Testing ...
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Could Atmosphere CO2 Levels be Reduced by Planting Trees?
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: Could planting trees make enough difference to impact increased CO2 levels in our atmosphere? The idea seems simple enough, but probably not. Here's why. ...
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Thermal Protectors for Safe Photovoltaic Systems
Description: Reliable overheating protection for reactors and transformers in photovoltaic inverters, enhancing system safety, stability, and longevity. ...
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Thermal Protector for Water Pump Motors
Description: Thermal protector for water pump motors, automatically cuts off the power when the motor temperature becomes too high, preventing overheating and damage to the pump motor. ...
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In-Depth RTD Temperature Sensor Analysis: Accuracy & Applications
From: WATTCODescription: Resistance temperature detectors, or RTDs, are known for their accuracy and dependability in temperature measurements. RTDs are essential in many areas where accurate temperature measurement is ...
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Temperature Effects on Optical Encoders
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: In Optical Encoders, the item most affected by temperature is the output of the Light source. In most cases this is an LED. ...
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Bearing Encoder vs Modular Encoder - Making the Right Choice
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: A a comparison of Bearing Encoders vs Modular (Bearingless) Encoders for use in Brushless DC Motors. ...
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Calculating Output Frequency for Rotary Encoders
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: Here are three handy calculations for incremental rotary encoders: ...
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Preferred Wiring Methods for Optical Encoders
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: Preferred Wiring Methods for Optical Encoders ...
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Shunt Selection Guide
From: Isabellenhutte USADescription: Finding the perfect resistor is all about balance-between tech specs, application demands, and cost. The secret? A well-crafted data sheet. Read our latest white paper to help guide you through every ...
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Mold Temperature and Heat Flux Measurements during the Production of Glass Containers
From: Nanmac CorporationDescription: Mold Temperature and Heat Flux Measurements During the Production of Glass Containers. ...
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When Thermocouples Fail
From: Nanmac CorporationDescription: Troubleshooting Thermocouple Failures in High-Temperature Applications ...
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Electric-Motor Thermal Protector
Description: A thermal protector for a motor is a safety device designed to prevent overheating and potential damage to the motor. ...
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What is a Rotary Encoder?
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: A rotary encoder is an electromechanical device that attaches to a motor/shaft assembly in order to accurately report the position, speed and acceleration of the rotary shaft. ...
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What is an Incremental Encoder?
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: An incremental encoder is an electromechanical device that measures changes in motion and direction. Incremental rotary encoders generate A/B digital output signals based on a specific number of ...
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What is An Optical Encoder?
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: An optical encoder is an electro-mechanical motion sensor and feedback device consisting of an LED light source, a photodetector, and a disc with slot-like apertures. ...
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What is a Transmissive Rotary Encoder?
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: A transmissive rotary encoder, also known as a shaft encoder, is an optical, electromechanical device that is used to measure and control rotational motion in a very broad range of industries and ...
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What is meant by Rotary Incremental Encoder Index Pulse
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: An INDEX PULSE is a digital signal generated from an incremental encoder on an individual output channel, once per revolution. This unique pulse may be used for several purposes ...
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Encoders in Robotics
From: Quantum Devices, Inc.Description: Encoders are fundamental by nature to robotics motion control as they provide accurate and precise feedback about angle, position, and speed. ...
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Feedback Options for Cardiovascular Applications
From: PortescapDescription: In sensitive medical applications like cardiovascular care, encoders do more than just track mechanical movements; they bridge the gap between motion and electronic feedback to keep cardiac and ...
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Methods of Rating Flow: What engineers need to know when using CV as a measurement of flow in pneumatic applications
From: ClippardDescription: In the pneumatic industry, CV is one standard for expressing the flow capacity of devices used in a pneumatic system. However, there are multiple other standards that also express flow capacity. Some ...
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Top 5 Reasons to Use a Rogowski Coil
Description: Why to choose a Rogowski Coil for your application ...
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Carbon Dioxide CO2 Monitors: Frequently Asked Questions
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: Monitoring carbon dioxide (CO2) levels is important. It helps to ensure the air quality in any given environment is safe and healthy to breathe. High CO2 levels indicate poor ventilation, and can lead ...
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CO2 Refrigeration in Ice Rinks
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: Understanding CO2 refrigeration systems in ice rinks is crucial as these systems are becoming the preferred choice for maintaining high-quality ice surfaces in a more environmentally friendly manner. ...
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Cabin Fever? It May Be Your Gas Space Heater
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: With temperatures dipping below freezing across the United States, older furnaces can have trouble keeping homes comfortably warm. To add heat, people use un-ventilated or portable gas heaters, often ...
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Gas Safety Alarm Mounting Height Chart
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: All our gas safety alarms have sensors that measure specific gas levels in the air. Because some gases are lighter or heavier than air they will tend to "pool" at different heights in an enclosed ...
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National University Students use CO2Meter Oxygen Sensor
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: In the initial research findings above, provided by the CO2Meter GasLab Software and UV Flux 25% Oxygen Smart Sensor, the engineering team were able to review further details which displayed the ...
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Radar and Pressure Sensors Improve Measurements for Family-Owned Distillery
From: VEGA Americas, Inc.Description: A non-contact solution with radar level measurement ...
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Better Level Measurement Technology prevents Quarry Process Stops and Starts
From: VEGA Americas, Inc.Description: How a radar level sensor "sees" through the dust ...
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Air Gap: A critical measurement in hydroelectric generator performance
Description: Kaman’s Static Air Gap Tool (AGT) is a portable measurement device that helps reduce downtime by providing a fast, repeatable and reliable means of measuring one of the most critical aspects of ...
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A Quick Guide to Calibrating CEM Gas Analyzers
From: Environics, Inc.Description: Calibrating Continuous Emissions Monitoring (CEM) gas analyzers is crucial for ensuring the reliable measurement of emissions from industrial smokestacks and maintaining compliance with environmental ...
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Creating the Brains of Today's Technology: Ultra-pure silicon for microchips
From: Busch Vacuum SolutionsDescription: As the second most abundant element in the Earth’s crust, silicon surrounds us. But in nature, it is only ever found combined with other elements – such as in sand, quartz, and other ...
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Nanmac Sensors in Tokamak Reactor System
From: Nanmac CorporationDescription: Nanmac Corporation manufactures a set of thermocouple temperature sensors which have been developed to measure heat fluxes arriving at divertor surfaces in the Alcator C-Mod tokamak - a magnetic ...
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Shunt Advantages and Challenges for EV Current Measurement
From: Isabellenhutte USADescription: In the last decade, electric vehicles (EVs) have grown from something of a novelty into a technology that could realistically supplant internal combustion-powered automobiles as the world's primary ...
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Micro-Vibration Measurement System Ensures Semiconductor Fab Safety During Earthquakes
From: AdvantechDescription: The semiconductor manufacturing process is extremely sensitive to vibrations, whether they originate internally from sources like foot traffic, fans, and pumps, or externally from factors such as ...
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Optimizing Plastic Manufacturing Processes with Smart Vibration Sensors
From: AdvantechDescription: The air compressor plays a crucial role in the plastic injection molding process, providing compressed air to drive the movement, mixing, and molding of plastics. From plastic melting to mold filling, ...
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Fire Prevention in Battery Storage
From: LANDDescription: Fires and explosions in battery storage facilities are on the rise as the energy density of lithium-ion batteries increases and more energy storage systems are being installed globally. Lithium ion ...
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Things Every Heat Pump Manufacturer Should Know About Thermal Controls
Description: Believe it or not, the recent pandemic turned out to be an effective tool in the fight against climate change. Apparently, a number of scientists with time on their hands decided to solve the problem ...
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How Does An Ultrasonic Meter Work?
Description: An ultrasonic meter works by sending ultrasonic pulses between transducers through a fluid in a pipe. It measures the difference in transit times of these pulses downstream and upstream, which ...
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Artificial Intelligence: Saving Water, the Smart Way
Description: Swedish water company VA SYD has brought its volume of non-revenue water from 10 percent to down to less than 8 percent. How? By using an AI-based solution to detect leaks as small as 8 gallons per ...
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Case Study: AMETEK Land Helps Metal Industry Plant Designer Increase Tapping System Safety and Control
From: LANDDescription: Steel plants face several challenges during the tapping process. Traditional tapping methods expose operators to hazardous environments, while ensuring consistent steel quality and reducing slag ...
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Case Study: AMETEK Land Selected by Large Ethylene Producer to Install High Definition Thermal Imagers on Steam Crackers
From: LANDDescription: The NIR-B-2K, AMETEK Land’s high-definition thermal imaging system, has been selected by one the world’s largest ethylene producers for installation on multiple liquid-feed cracker ...
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Application Note: Why is Boiler Optimisation Important?
From: LANDDescription: Biomass boilers are designed to generate heat or electricity by burning organic materials such as wood, agricultural residues, or organic waste. They serve as a renewable energy source, utilising ...
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Application Note: Temperature Measurements for Biomass Boiler Optimisation
From: LANDDescription: WHY IS BOILER OPTIMISATION IMPORTANT? ...
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Temperature Measurements in Hazardous Areas
From: LANDDescription: Many industrial processes involve flammable or explosive materials. These include the oil and gas, chemicals, coal and metals industries. ...
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Thermocouples in Furnaces and Ovens
From: Nanmac CorporationDescription: The temperature on the inside of furnaces and ovens are commonly monitored and controlled by thermocouples inserted into the heated chamber. The one common feature of all furnaces is the fact that ...
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When Should You Use "Self-Renewing" Thermocouples?
From: Nanmac CorporationDescription: The temperatures produced by the various components in the propulsion system of rockets and missiles determine the performance of the rocket. Since these temperatures occur very rapidly and under ...
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Subject: The Stem Effect
From: Nanmac CorporationDescription: Leading Cause of Error in Temperature Measurement ...
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Why Use Machine Learning Vision for Part-In-Motion Quality Inspections
Description: Quality and throughput have always guided manufacturers to invest in new processes and technology. The influx of advanced Industry 4.0 technology offers manufacturing leaders many choices, like 3D ...
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Artificial Intelligence Controls Automotive 4.0 Inspections
Description: Advanced artificial intelligence, data analytics, robotics, and smart manufacturing are digitally transforming all of today's manufacturing landscape. At this hi-tech stage industries such as ...
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Measurement Technology secures Hydrogen Processes
From: VEGA Americas, Inc.Description: Hydrogen is seen as a decisive factor in the energy transition. Why? ...
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Measurement Technology improves Brewing Processes
From: VEGA Americas, Inc.Description: Where is measurement technology needed in a brewery? ...
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Haney Test Uses CO2 Sensor to Measure Soil Health
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: CO2 sensor used for a prototype Haney Test Kit to monitor soil health for agricultural farms. ...
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Gas Monitoring in Frozen Food Storage Applications
From: CO2Meter.comDescription: When it comes to frozen food storage and preservation, the use of gases is paramount, however, gas safety is just as critical for those working around compressed gases each and everyday. ...