To record surface topographies, Certiga – Engineering Solutions GbR uses optoNCDT 2401 confocal sensors for high precision measurements. The KF-30 automatic measurement system is designed to detect the surfaces of different materials using the confocal, non-contact measuring technique, and then displays the results three-dimensionally. A typical application for the KF-30 is in dental research, where [...]
Cables are often sheathed with different materials because they are exposed to many different loads. The sheathing with different banding materials is performed in a banding machine where optoNCDT sensors from Micro-Epsilon are installed. The cables can be banded with Kapton, Teflon, mica, polyester, copper or glass fibre yarn. The uninsulated wire is fed into [...]
In the bodywork shop at the BMW AG factory in Leipzig, the roof panel and side frames are welded together. In order to permanently seal this weld against ingress of moisture etc., seam welding is carried out prior to the filler coat being applied to the vehicle body. The application of the adhesive beading is [...]
When it comes to large, high capital cost machines such as a soft coal excavator, it is more economical to repair any worn parts than to replace the worn components with brand new ones. A chain link on an excavator is a good example here. After approximately four years of harsh, continuous operation, these steel [...]
Displacement measurement in a hydraulic cylinder is a challenging task since a reasonable solution cannot often be easily found. For example, for truck-mounted cranes a load torque limiter is required in order to comply with health and safety regulations. Previously, the crane could only be operated when the hydraulic supports were fully extended. Today, a [...]
Every type of test rig today represents a complex interaction of mechatronic disciplines. These consist of the mechanical design and the complete software for the control of the test rig and measurement technology or sensors. The measurement technology itself always contributes significantly to the expertise of a test rig. In other words, the performance of [...]
Almost all modern washing machines in the top end and medium price ranges have an automatic load detection feature. Using this function, the washing machine is able to react and adapt to the fill volume by optimally adjusting its water consumption depending on the load status and to suggest the amount of detergent that is required. The reduced consumption of an optimised washing machine quickly convinces end consumers of these additional benefits. To enable load detection, the latest sensor equipment is required. Micro-Epsilon from Ortenburg provides new possibilities for measuring the load.
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