Category: Engineering

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COM Express Embedded Computing Solutions

Acromag is a well-known manufacturer of embedded computing solutions. One of their specialties is COM Express.  It is a highly versatile computer-on-module (COM) standard.  Additionally, it allows for a high level of customisation and scalability in embedded computing systems. In this …

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A DAQ System Guide

What Are DAQ Systems? A DAQ (Data Acquisition) system is a computer-based system that measures and records data from physical sensors or signals in the real world. This system typically consists of sensors or signal conditioning components that convert a physical …

High Speed DisplayPort Switcher being used on helicopters for 4K viewing

High Speed DisplayPort Switcher used in helicopters

Two years ago, EON Instrumentation announced that they delivered their DP-25 high speed Display Port Switcher being used in NASA’s X-59 experimental plane.  As mentioned in this blog. However, NASA Spinoff Magazine has written an interesting article on EON’s Ultra High-Definition …

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What Accelerometers Are Used For

What are Accelerometers? Accelerometers measure the acceleration or the rate of velocity change of an object. They are perfect for a wide range of applications, including smartphones, fitness trackers, game controllers and vehicles. They work by measuring the acceleration of an …

Purpose of Wireless Sensor Networks

The Purpose and Versatility of Wireless Sensor Networks

In today’s fast-paced industrial and commercial environments, wireless sensor networks (WSNs) are transforming how organisations monitor and manage critical assets, environments, and infrastructure. At Metromatics, we supply Monnit’s industry-leading wireless sensors to help Australian businesses gain real-time insights, reduce costs, and …

Differential Pressure Sensor Measurement Application

Differential Pressure Sensor Measurement Application

This differential pressure sensor measurement application came from our friends, FUTEK.  Generally, one single pressure transducer receives pressure measurement from two different ports for comparison. However, sometimes two different types of sensors are required for medium constraints.  For example, different liquid …

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The Benefits Of Using a Reaction Torque Sensor

What is a Reaction Torque Sensor? A reaction torque sensor measures the amount of torque (rotational force) applied to a rotating shaft or component. Unlike other types of torque sensors, this sensor does not directly measure the torque applied to the …

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DAQ Monitoring Applications

Dewesoft have released their DAQ Monitoring Applications Case Study Booklet. Firstly, did you know Dewesoft’s Data Acquisition Hardware and Software products cover a huge range of long term Monitoring applications?  Such as noise, vibration, structural health and machine condition monitoring. Applications …

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Electric Dirt Bike Vs Gas Dirt Bike

This case study on an Electric Dirt Bike Vs Gas Dirt Bike Test & Comparison comes from our innovative friends at Dewesoft.  The original article was written by Valentino Pagliara, a support Engineer at Dewesoft S.r.L, Italy.  To read the original, …

Tank Level Monitoring system

Backup generator fuel or gas monitoring systems

Case Study: Backup Generator Fuel Monitoring System for Mobile and Radio Towers Introduction For over 25 years, Micro-Design’s LevelCon brand has been at the forefront of manufacturing backup generator fuel and gas monitoring systems, specifically tailored for mobile, radio, and cable …