FUTEK has released the QTA163, a custom-built miniature torque sensor that weighs a mere 28.3 grams! With a 5mm shaft it is capable of measuring torque of up to 150 RPMs at a capacity of 8.851 in-lb. Firstly, housed in 17-4 …
The Acromag ARCX1100 is a SFF Embedded computer designed for Defence & Industrial Applications. Firstly, it is customisable off the shelf, SWaP-C optimised and a proven deployable computing solution. With a modular platform it contains a carrier card hosting COM Express …
FUTEK have developed strain wave harmonic gearing torque sensors used in Surgical Robotic Arm applications. This application requires high precision and control, in order to improve the robot’s performance. Illustrated in the image above. The strain wave gearing torque sensor is …
Wind Turbine Gearbox Maintenance is an essential component of getting the most out of your Wind Turbines. Monitoring and Maintenance needs to start immediately upon installation of this renewable energy source. This is because replacement transmission units cost thousands to replace …
The Crystal Group’s latest “Rugged Advantage Podcast” or RAP Number 10 on Configuration Management on Embedded Systems has just dropped. In these Podcasts, the Crystal Group delves into relevant and current rugged electronic engineering topics in today’s changing world. If …
Demystifying PTP and Grandmaster Clocks for the Everyday Reader Have you ever wondered how certain systems ensure their clocks are in perfect harmony? Let’s dive into the world of PTP and Grandmaster Clocks! What is PTP? Precision Time Protocol (PTP), outlined …
Firstly, FPGA stands for Field Programmable Gate Array. Secondly, FPGA Modules are parallel, array of logic gates connected to inputs and outputs, interfaces and form a high speed digital system. They are user programmable to perform a specific task. That is …
Introduction: Dewesoft DAQ (Data Acquisition Measurement Technology) has helped fine tune the engine of the World’s Fastest Legal Street Car. Infinitas, a German Automotive Refiner, has held the world record for the fastest legal street sedan for more than ten years. …
Get real value for money with the Acromag Signal Conditioners. They are ideal for single or hundreds of I/O points. These isolated transmitters and signal splitters meet or exceed their published specification. Plus, you receive superior before and after sales service …
Problem: Setting the optimum gain for DAQ Channels using Analog to Digital Converter. Sometimes engineers have a signal which is less than 5 volts. However, at other times it can range towards 100 Volts. Therefore, if the resolution of the Analog …