Quick and Easy Low-Cost Surface Measurement Technology
The Dyne Pen test is a simple method of determining the surface energy of most polymer-based materials in line with ISO 8296 and ASTM D2578-84.
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Sensors
Micro-Epsilon Extends High Precision 3D Surface Sensors Series
Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has extended its surfaceCONTROL range of high precision 3D snapshot measurement sensors for automated, inline measurement of geometry, shape and surface quality of objects. The surfaceCONTROL SC3xx0-30 offers a smaller measuring field of 30 mm x 18 mm with Z range of 12 mm. The sensor delivers the measurement results at a z-axis distance of between 124 and 136 mm.
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The Role of Smart Sensors In Metrology 4.0
In the field of metrology, technological advancements have continually enhanced precision, accuracy, and efficiency. As we move into the era of Industry 4.0, a new paradigm in metrology has emerged: Metrology 4.0.
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Easy Set-up Multicode Reader Sensor Launched
Sensor expert Baumer has further extended their Smart Vision portfolio with a high-performance code and text reader.
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Hover Sense Non-Contact Probe For EV Battery Testing Launched
inTEST Corporation, a global supplier of innovative test and process technology solutions for use in manufacturing and testing has recently announced the launch of its Electronic Test Division’s latest innovation for electric vehicle (EV) battery testing technology.
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Mitutoyo Releases New Surface Measure Non-Contact Line-Laser Sensor
Mitutoyo America has announced the release of the first non-contact line-laser sensor in the Mitutoyo Surface Measure product line.
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Solving IoT’s Sensor Battery Problem With Energy Harvesting
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have recently developed a temperature sensor that can harvest and store the energy from the magnetic field that exists in the open air around a wire. As a result, this could allow sensors to operate in the most remote settings and, importantly, without batteries.
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Mahr Introduces New Compact Mobile Tactile Surface Measuring Instrument
With the MarSurf M 510, Mahr introduces a new mobile tactile surface measuring device that impresses with its lightness and maneuverability: it is the smallest free probe system on the market. The compact all-rounder is available in three measuring lengths. This means that customers can always be sure of finding the right measuring device for their individual applications.
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Keyence Launch Automated 3D Laser Snapshot Sensor
The Keyence LJ-S8000 Series 3D Laser Snapshot Sensor is the world’s first to use an internal motor-driven scanning method. Its built-in laser light source and scanning mechanism eliminate the need for external lighting, lenses, a moving stage, or an encoder. This allows for comprehensive inspections, including dimensioning, appearance, and shape, with just the single sensor. It enables ultra-high-speed, ultra-high-accuracy inline 100% inspections for various targets and materials, with imaging speeds as fast as 0.2 seconds and repeatability of 0.3 µm.
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High-Speed High-Resolution Line Scan Solution Now Available In Color
Teledyne DALSA has announced that its AxCIS family of high-speed and high-resolution fully integrated line scan imaging modules are now available in color. These easy-to-use Contact Image Sensors (CIS) combine sensors, lenses, and lights all-in-one, offering a lower cost inspection system for many demanding machine vision applications.
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