In vast areas of the globe the use of sensor-equipped microcontroller-driven systems has become pervasive in most industries and nearly every corner of daily life. Within these embedded systems, an ...

Banner Engineering announces its industry-recognized Q4X laser distance sensor is now available with analog output. Featuring 4-20mA and 0-10 V output options, the Q4X analog models expand the variety ...

How does a camera see the image it is about to capture? If it's a digital camera, the microcontroller “sees” the image ultimately and works its magic by recording and manipulating the analog image ...

The IEEE has defined IEEE 1451, a family of Smart Transducer Interface standards that permit systems to automatically identify sensors and obtain their calibration and operating parameters. In March ...

WAGO’s new IP67 rated I/O-Link analog converters offer a solid and cost-effective solution for incorporating conventional analog sensors and actuators with I/O-Link communications. The ...

1. Measuring range. When choosing a sensor (pressure, temperature, analog, etc.), the measuring range should directly correspond with the physical measuring range in order to obtain the most accurate ...

Using factory automation to improve overall efficiency is a primary focus in today’s manufacturing industry. Organizations are shifting in this direction not only because it increases their bottom ...