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High Sensitivity Acoustic Pressure
Sensors for Automotive and Aerospace Testing Applications |
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August 2, 2006, Depew, NY, USA – Series 103B ICP® Acoustic Pressure
Sensors from the Pressure Division of PCB Piezotronics, Inc.
measure pulsating, transient, and turbulent acoustic phenomena on
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These low-profile, high-sensitivity sensors are ideal for applications
such as automotive and aerospace wind tunnel testing, aerodynamic
testing and analysis, aircraft cabin and cockpit noise testing, and
acoustic fatigue testing on airframes. ICP® style sensors feature
built-in signal conditioning microelectronics to produce clean,
low-impedance voltage output signals, and are offered in three
configurations; pigtail wire solder connection, 10-32 top connector, and
3-56 side connector. Each configuration is available in sensitivities of
500 or 1,500 mV/psi (72.5 or 217.5 mV/kPa) and ranges of 10 or 3.33 psi
(68.95 or 22.96 kPa). Rise time is less than 25 s. Discharge time
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Ultra Low Power and High Performance Open
up Potential for Sensors in Broad Range of Consumer Applications |
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The introduction of a new family of sensors by VTI Technologies
is believed to be an enabling step towards opening up novel consumer
applications based on 3D-MEMS technology. The SCA3000 is a real 3-axis
accelerometer that can be used to measure acceleration, detect motion
and inclination. |
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It could be used in portable navigation devices, sports equipment,
hand-held devices such as mobile phones, personal digital assistants and
more.
The SCA3000 breaks new ground when it comes to low current performance,
and is the lowest current consumption device produced so far, ” says
Pekka Kostiainen, product manager at VTI Technologies. “This helps
prolong battery life, which is critical for good user experience in many
consumer applications.” Potential applications are wide-ranging. They
include: supporting navigational systems such as dead reckoning with GPS
- data gathering in sports activities such as activity monitoring and
step counting - electronic compass compensation - creating novel user
interfaces for inputting data and controlling devices based on spatial
orientation and motion, and anti-theft and free-fall protection. “GPS
receivers assisted by inertial sensors ... |
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Meganewton Press Force Calibration Sensor
for In-Situ Measurement of Press Forces up to 8 000 t |
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Large presses necessitate measurement of forces in the meganewton range.
Kistler has developed the new Type 9931A… series of sensors with
a range from 250 to several thousand tons for calibrating these
machines. The extremely compact and robust sensors are easily handled
and ideal for in-situ measurement. |
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Several sensors can be combined to suit the application. The greater the
number used the wider the maximum measuring range that can be covered.
These sensors are supplemented with a selection of special accessories.
Sensor base or cover plates can be replaced at any time if wear arises.
The tapered flanges help optimize force transfer while reducing the
pressure on the bed of the press. ... |
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“Créateur d’automobile” Safeguarded by
Safe4 |
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The large increase in automating automobile production necessitates the
meticulous safeguarding of danger zones. The safety devices have to be
absolutely dependable even under complicated conditions. An unscheduled
stop of the production line could have fatal consequences for production
costs and delivery dates. |
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For some time the French automobile manufacturer Renault has been using
the well proven Safe4 safety light curtain (category 4 according to EN
954-1) from CEDES for the safeguarding of their production lines. Using
the built-in laser alignment aid, the setup time, and thus also machine
downtime, are kept to an absolute minimum. Renault were impressed above
all by the incredible flexibility of the Safe4. No other safety light
curtain system can be so easily adapted for such an array of tasks.
Because the emitter and receiver edges are ... |
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New High Sensitivity, DC Response
Accelerometer for Automotive and Off-Highway Testing |
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August 7, 2006, Depew, NY, USA – The Vibration division of PCB
Piezotronics (PCB®) has announced new Model 3711, a high
sensitivity, MEMS DC (steady state) response accelerometer designed
expressly for automotive and off-highway testing. PCB’s Model 3711 is
gas damped, and provides micro g resolution and 10,000 g shock
survivability. |
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Several full-scale acceleration ranges are available, from 3 to 200 g,
with a frequency response from DC to 1,500 Hz (± 5%). The sensor’s
footprint is 0.85 in. (21.6 mm) x 0.85 in. (21.6 mm) x 0.45 in. (11.4
mm) in a welded titanium case design, with a choice of either hermetic
connector or integral cable version. The accelerometer is well-suited
for applications such as brake deceleration compliance certification;
durability testing of vehicle radiators and air coolers; roll
stiffness/static rollover threshold tests vehicle/component test chamber
instrumentation; and NVH and multi-axis motion test platforms. Any
vibration sensing application requiring DC acceleration, high
resolution, and high sensitivity, yet able to survive high g events,
will benefit from this new accelerometer. ... |
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Significant energy savings and improved
productivity with latest Eurotherm technology: ‘Furnace Energy
Optimization’. |
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Manufacturers of metallurgical products are continually seeking new
methods of reducing energy usage due to the increasing cost of energy
and growing industry legislation to conserve valuable resources. The
latest control technology developed by Eurotherm specifically
addresses this need. |
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Customer installations at foundries are demonstrating annual energy
savings of up to 9%, resulting in a payback of 18 months or less.
Additionally, the process time required is shown to be greatly reduced,
resulting in improved productivity of up to 20%. This latest innovation,
known as the Eurotherm “Furnace Energy Optimization” solution is
appropriate for batch processes within foundries, forges, billet and
ingot manufacturing plants. The technology is based around an
independently validated algorithm within Eurotherm’s LIN control
environment, ... |
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PCB Piezotronics Expands HUMS Product
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August 7, 2006, Depew, NY, USA – The Vibration Division of PCB
Piezotronics, Inc., (PCB®) has expanded its line of Health & Usage
Monitoring Systems (HUMS) products, to include new ICP®, charge output
and high temperature sensors. HUMS products are designed for in-flight
monitoring and predictive maintenance of critical flight systems on
helicopters and some fixed wing aircraft. |
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PCB® HUMS sensors feature a robust design, are available in either ICP®
or charge output designs, with top or side exit electrical connectors,
and in a variety of hermetically sealed physical configurations. High
temperature versions operate up to +900 ºF (+482 ºC); with a ± 500 g pk
measurement range; and in frequencies of up to 15k Hz. Also available is
the new Model 495B10 differential charge converter, operating from
aircraft power, will condition the signal of a charge output
accelerometer, enabling it to be used by standard data acquisition
equipment. PCB® manufactures a variety of aerospace sensors and signal
conditioners for flutter test; load factor measurement ... |
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VTI signs distributor agreement with HY-LINE
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VTI Technologies Oy and German HY-LINE Sensor-Tec GmbH have
signed a distributor agreement. According to the agreement HY-LINE sells
and markets VTI's motion and pressure sensors in Germany. "We are
constantly developing our distributor network to improve our local
customer service. The co-operation with HY-LINE improves our service
level in central Europe and especially in the large German market.
Partnerships with trustworthy and experienced distributors are essential
for VTI, since we see many innovative new sensor applications emerging
on a local basis throughout Europe", says Harry Lilja, Business Line
Director, VTI Technologies Oy. "The unique VTI MEMS sensors will ideally
complement our portfolio and we are convinced that this will strengthen
our position in the industrial and medical sensor markets. As the
extended arm of VTI, HY LINE offers highly trained employees and a
buffer stock of VTI’s sensor products. This allows our customers a quick
and successful product design for their market requirements”, says
Christoph Kleye, President, HY-LINE Sensor-Tec GmbH. ... |
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Action Instruments Signal Conditioners
Approved for Use in Hazardous Class I Div 2 Areas |
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Action Instruments, a division of Eurotherm, is pleased to
announce signal conditioners now approved for use in hazardous area
locations: the WV408 - DC voltage/current
input isolating signal conditioner and the WV428 - Thermocouple input
isolating signal conditioner. Both models can now be installed directly
in the Class I, Div 2 [Groups A, B, C and D] hazardous locations. |
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Significant labor savings over traditional protection methods can be
enjoyed because there is no need for explosion proof enclosures and
conduits. Additional features of the modules are: Smart Power, which
eliminates wasted power for low loop resistance loads in the current
output mode; High accuracy and enhanced diagnostic LED’s; Compact
DIN-rail mount housing and CE, CSA approved and UL recognized. A Class I
hazardous location is one in which flammable gases or vapors may be
present in the air to be ignitable or explosive. ... |
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Ultrasound: the ideal choice for low
conductivity applications |
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With the UFM 3030 ultrasonic flowmeter, KROHNE incorporated the
ultrasonic measuring principle in a unit suitable for a wide range of
applications. The UFM 3030 takes over where electromagnetic flowmeters
reach their operating limits. The unit features innovative electronics,
digital signal processing and uses the three-beam principle to ensure
stable, reliable measuring results. |
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A typical application is in the measurement of demineralized water where
an ultrasonic flowmeter has to be used in place of an electromagnetic
meter because the media has little or no conductivity. This was the case
with a Swiss chemical company batching demineralized water for a variety
of processes. Here, a UFM 3030 is used together with a Batching Master
110i unit. The unit closes the control valve as soon as the preset
amount has been batched. HART technology is used for programming and
communications. The UFM 3030 offers all the advantages of ultrasonic
flowmetering - accurate measurement which is not dependent on
conductivity, viscosity, temperature, density or pressure. The sensor is ... |
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LEM first to introduce dual-range,
non-intrusive current sensors for automotive applications |
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LEM has introduced a series of dual-range, automotive-qualified
sensors for accurate, wide-range current measurements in vehicle battery
monitoring applications. The 25 models in the DHAB range are the first
in the industry to offer non-intrusive, galvanically-isolated solutions
in this application. |
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A DHAB Hall-effect sensor is fixed onto the battery cable of a car. Its
two cores allow it to be used for two separate current ranges – one
between ±20 and ±80A and the other between ±50 and ±600A. This enables
full-range current measurements to be made in combination with
highly-accurate measurements at lower currents. The sealed housing of
the DHAB sensors means that no potting is required. Panel and
cable-mount versions are available to offer maximum mounting
versatility. The sensors meet all relevant standards, including ISO-TS
and RoHS. As with all other LEM products, the DHAB sensors benefit from ... |
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New displacement sensor AML/SGD uses
strain gauge technology |
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Applied Measurements is pleased to announce the introduction of a
new range of strain gauge based displacement transducers, the AML/SGD
Series. Initially available with stroke lengths of 0-10mm and 0-25mm,
the AML/SGD Series has an overall accuracy of +/-0.1% and excellent long
term and thermal stability. |
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They require a stabilized dc voltage excitation anywhere between 2 and
10 volts and return a high level millivolt signal proportional to the
position of the plunger. The AML/SGD Series are constructed using a
rugged stainless steel tubular housing containing a spindle guide
bearing and spring return mechanism. A light spring force ensures a
minimal effect on the application and enables inverted operation when
required. Precision construction guarantees a long service life with
superb mechanical reliability. The AML/SDG Series are suitable for a
broad range of applications in Research and Development, Industrial,
Aerospace, Civil Engineering and Automotive. Being strain gauge based
they are compatible with ... |
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