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DAQ & Amplifier pairing for best Sensor result

Selecting the Correct DAQ and Amplifier Pairing for Precision Sensor Performance It can be confusing understanding the specifications and terminology when choosing the best amplifier for your Data Acquisition System (DAQ). To select the most appropriate hardware, it’s important to understand the …

Robot Tactile Sensors

Robotic Tactile Sensor

 Robotic Tactile Sensing Using Nano Load Button Sensors As robotic systems become more precise and complex, the need for high-resolution tactile sensing is increasing. This is especially true in research, automation, and advanced manufacturing. Whether managing delicate wafer handling or manipulating …

Updated Screen Shot of Control and Monitoring Catalogue from Acromag

Acromag Monitoring & Control Solutions Catalogue

Acromag has released their updated Monitoring & Control Solutions Catalogue, showcasing their complete range of Distributed I/O and Signal Conditioning products tailored for modern process automation and industrial applications. This catalogue is essential for engineers and integrators seeking robust, reliable, and …

Robot Joint Control Measurement using Reaction Torque Sensors

Robot Joint Control with Torque Sensors for Smooth and Precise Motion

In modern manufacturing environments, robotic arms play a vital role in improving productivity by automating repetitive and complex tasks around the clock. These robotic systems are not only programmable but can also function collaboratively as co-robots (cobots), working safely alongside humans. …

Australian Defence Forces using Hyperconverged Infrastructure

Hyperconverged Infrastructure

Crystal Group, a leading designer/manufacturer of rugged computer hardware, has released a new white paper that shares insight on how branch military organisations and industries are utilising hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) to better manage, provide access to, and protect valuable data collected …

Servo Motor Torque Control

Servo Motor Torque Measurement Control

Torque Measurement Application from FUTEK Torque Measurement on Automated systems in a variety of torque industries rely on servo motors to monitor linear and rotational motion. Frictional loss and motor speed change necessitate the inclusion of a closed loop control system. …

Solid Phase Extraction

Automated Solid Phase Extraction

An Australian University Research Laboratory was wishing to manufacture an automated system to allow preparation of medical samples using the method of Solid Phase Extraction. To measure this, a linear sampling device which can hold up 10 solid-phase extraction cartridges was …

Medical Case Study

Medical Case Study

In this Medical Case Study, all information and images were kindly provided by Phd Researcher Wes Allen from the University of Western Australia, BRITElab at Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research. Futek’s Jnr S Beam Load Cells are part of the …

mil-std light weight electronic racks

MIL-STD Light Weight Electronic Racks for AWD Project

MIL-STD Light Weight Electronic Racks, Consoles and Cabinet Assemblies for Air WarFare Destroyer (AWD Project) Metromatics was selected to design, manufacture and test 24 different configurations of MIL-STD Light Weight Electronic Racks and Consoles installed on the new Australian Naval Vessels …

FUTEK’s Quality Assurance

A glimpse into FUTEK’s Quality Assurance Department

FUTEK’S Quality Assurance Department FUTEK‘s Quality Assurance Department Video highlights the stringent testing their products encounter.  Over the last 20 years, Futek has created and developed its Quality Culture by organising and training quality professionals and selecting qualified partners and delivering …