Technology Matters: Wearable Sensors, Vision Systems, Industrial Networking

In this episode we look at wearable sensor technologies for social distancing, using vision systems to inspect liquids and solids, and the rise of publish/subscribe communication protocols in industrial networking.

David Greenfield

Jun 17th, 2020

Technology Matters: Wearable Sensors, Vision Systems, Industrial Networking

Petasense's VSx vibrations sensor is said to be the first three-in-one industrial sensor to combine vibration, temperature, and speed sensing functionalities.

Sensors Step Up to Industry Demands

From monitoring COVID-19 vaccine temperatures to combining vibration, temperature, and speed in one device, new sensor technology is addressing industry needs on an ever-wider scale.

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Integrating Process Safety, Visibility, and Cybersecurity

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Smart Sensors for Moisture Measurement

With quality assurance procedures continuing to move away from inspection and toward a real-time, continuous approach relying on process feedback, Kett has leveraged the growing computing power of sensors to provide a better means of measuring moisture.

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Vision and Control on One CPU

Though combining multiple control functions on one controller is not particularly new, the high compute and bandwidth requirements of vision have typically required it to exist on a separate controller. Technology advances are changing that reality.

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How Artificial Intelligence Works in Quality Control

The use of artificial intelligence has been growing across the industrial automation space for the several years now. But do you really understand what it does to affect outcomes?

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Posital Announces Position Sensors with Modbus RTU Interface

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Compressed Air Measurement Helps Reduce Energy Use

Installing Festo’s E2M energy efficiency modules helped medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers tackle their environmental footprint, not only saving money but using the data to provide predictive maintenance as well.

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Smart Sensor for Variable Speed Equipment

Petasense releases its Vibration Mote Model 3 smart sensor that detects speed, vibration, and temperature.

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Vision Inspection Maximizes Label Accuracy

For one North American food manufacturer, Omron’s SKU verification system dramatically lowered production costs and increased overall profitability.

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Technology Matters: Wearable Sensors, Vision Systems, Industrial Networking

In this episode we look at wearable sensor technologies for social distancing, using vision systems to inspect liquids and solids, and the rise of publish/subscribe communication protocols in industrial networking.

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Temperature Sensors Help Maintain Correct Fluid Viscosity

Improve process quality and machine performance

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Sony and Microsoft Partner on Smart Cameras

To help industrial companies address the challenges that come with deploying and accessing video analytics and vision systems, Sony and Microsoft have begun collaborating to make these systems more accessible.

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Technology Steps Forward for Social Distancing

As more manufacturers are allowed to resume production amid the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping their workers distanced will be key to keeping them healthy. Here are some innovations to help achieve that.

The A2K Absolute Optical Encoder from US Digital can be assembled onto existing shaft and bearing assemblies. The encoder reports the shaft angle within a single 360° rotation of a shaft.

Encoder Selection Tips

To control motion on a machine or electromechanical system you need continuous positional feedback from the moving parts. That’s where encoders enter the picture. But how do you determine which one is best for the job?

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New Technologies Feed the Hunger for Information

Trying to keep up with productivity, quality, safety, sustainability, and other industry demands, food and beverage plants are turning increasingly to the innovations found in today’s sensor instrumentation.

How Can Vision Systems Be Used to Inspect Solids and Liquids?

In this episode, we explore vision system selection factors, how to justify vision system investments, the types of industrial applications they're most suited for, and how the technology can be used to inspect liquids and solids on the production line.

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AutomationDirect adds Linear Position Potentiometers

AutomationDirect has released the Gefran linear potentiometers and accessories, used to detect position and linear direction movement.

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Faster GigE Vision Interface Cameras Engineered for High-Resolution Image Capture

Teledyne DALSA expands the Genie Nano 5GigE camera portfolio with high-performance ON Semiconductor XGS 45MP, 30MP and 20MP global shutter sensors.

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Wearable Sensor for Worker Safety-Updated

The Fuse sensor is designed to be worn by workers to capture data up to 300,000 times per shift for safety analyses.

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