instrumentation and control

Limit Switches vs. Proximity Sensors

An object can be used to activate a switch directly, producing an ON or OFF signal to indicate the presence…

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Standard Process Signals for Industrial Instrumentation

Industrial measurement and control processes employ standard process signals that are used throughout all the industries. For instance, one of…

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How the Wiegand Effect is used in Sensing Instruments

The Concept behind Wiegand Effect Based Sensors   The Wiegand effect technology employs the unique magnetic properties of specially processed,…

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Piezoelectric Accelerometer: Principle of Operation & Applications

An accelerometer is a sensor that is designed to measure acceleration or rate of change of speed due to motion,…

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The USB-6009 Data Acquisition Card Features

The USB-6009 is a small external data acquisition and control device manufactured by National Instruments that is normally connected to…

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Vision Sensors: Features, Concepts & Applications in Manufacturing

Vision Sensors A vision sensor is basically a TV camera connected to a computer, usually a PC. Special vision software…

2 months ago

How Cascade Control System Enhances Dynamic Response to Load Changes

The major limitation of a conventional feedback control system is that the correction for disturbances does not start until the…

2 months ago

Cable Screens: Types & Connections

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) is one of the key factors of consideration in the design, construction, manufacture and installation of electrical…

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Instrumentation Systems Installation: Precautions to Take

Analog systems are normally based on low voltages and as a result, they are vulnerable to electrical noise. In most…

2 months ago

DC to DC Power Converters: Function, Types, Operation & Applications

DC to DC power converters also referred to as choppers provide the means to change one DC voltage to another.…

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