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Wireless Sensor Networking for Precision Instruments
The ability to make precision measurements is critical in many manufacturing processes. In some cases, however, the measurement must be recorded manually, creating an opportunity for human error. In other cases, the wires are cumbersome and can slow the process. Adding wireless sensor networking to instrumentation can increase the process throughput and eliminate the potential for human recording error.
Benefits to Precision Instruments OEMs
For OEMs and developers of precision instruments, wireless sensor networking deliverss:
- New instrumentation revenue opportunities – The elimination of wiring opens up a new market for development of instrumentation for measuring points in machinery where wiring is impossible or locations are inaccessible.
- Increased user mobility – With the elimination of wires, precision instruments can be easily moved around to accommodate dynamic processes and environments.
- More precise data for better quality – Ease and lower cost of installation means that more precise measurements can be taken and automation of data transmission eliminates human recording errors.
Solutions for Precision Instruments
The MeshScape system is well-suited for precision instruments. The hardware modules are easily integrated with the instruments and can be installed quickly and easily. The robust networking protocol provides redundant and scalable wireless mesh network out of the box. MeshScape delivers:
- High responsiveness for dynamic industrial environments – MeshScape’s highly responsive topology discovery method enables instruments to move around the facility or through a process easily for increased productivity.
- High reliability for mission-critical measurements – MeshScape networks are the most robust wireless sensor networks offering the highest reliability of data delivery from sensor to host application in the industry. Mission-critical measurement data is reliably transmitted for maximum operational efficiency.
- Proven effectiveness in RF-unfriendly environments – MeshScape networks have been successfully tested and deployed in environments where heavy industrial equipment can pose potential radio-frequency obstacles.
Precision Instruments Applications
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Going Wireless for Precision Measurements |
Customer: |
A leading supplier of digital instrumentation. |
Goal: |
This company turned to Millennial Net to help it develop an initiative to bring wireless capabilities to their product line of micrometers in response to customer demand. |
Solution: |
A micrometer is a caliper for measuring distance or size with precise accuracy. For example, a micrometer might take hourly measurements on a machine-shop circular saw to ensure the saw stays within limits. Measurements from the micrometers had been recorded manually. The company, using MeshScape, implemented wireless sensor networking to enable the micrometers to transmit the measurement data wirelessly back to a PC. |
Benefits: |
Automating the measurement reading process not only improves efficiency and lowers costs, but also eliminates the potential for human transcription errors. Automation was not practical – physically or economically – with a wired solution. |
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Reference Kits
Wireless Sensor Networking Reference Kits for Fast Prototyping
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