Technical Blog Archive

In a transport manufacturing line, various sensors are used throughout the assembly process to ensure precision, quality control and safety. These include: Force sensors to measure the force applied to an object or surface. They can be used to monitor the force exerted during assembly...

Checkout free shopping experiences Stores such as Amazon Go and Tesco GetGo operate without human cashiers or checkout counters, using Just Walk Out technology to enable the consumer to enter, pick up the items they want, and leave without going through a traditional checkout process. Load...

To keep the automated processes operational, a number of different technologies are used, including sensors. Sensors play a crucial role by detecting and measuring a variety of parameters such as temperature, pressure, humidity, flow rate, motion, and position. They convert physical signals into...

Common applications of pressure sensors Examples include: Engine and exhaust systems: to monitor parameters such as intake manifold pressure and exhaust gas pressure, providing valuable data for engine control units to optimise fuel injection and emission control systems. Brake systems:...

  The importance of seed placement Accurate seed placement is a fundamental aspect of successful crop production. Traditional seeding methods often rely on approximate calculations or manual adjustments, resulting in inconsistent seed spacing, uneven germination and lower overall yield....

Types of encoder There are two main types of encoder, absolute and incremental, and both can be used in a variety of applications including robotics, medical, automotive, aviation, process and packaging, and agriculture. Absolute encoders provide a unique digital code for each position, so the...