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Dealing with Variation in Cold Junction Temperatures

Thin film thermopile detectors require a reference junction temperature measurement or a constant temperature sink for their reference junction.

From Dexter Research Center, Inc. 12 Mar 2015

A Practical Approach to Selecting Continuous Level Sensors

Choose the right bin level sensor by considering material properties, budget, and data needs. Understand pros/cons of various sensors for informed decisions.

From BinMaster 15 Dec 2014

What are Carbon Paste Electrodes?

A carbon paste electrode is a particular type of electrochemical sensor widely used in voltammetric experiments, made up of carbon paste.

30 Oct 2014

An Introduction to Capacitive Position Sensors

This article provides an insight into how capacitive position sensors are used for displacement measurements.

From MicroSense, LLC 30 Oct 2014

Using Defect Sensors to Detect Signaling Problems on Train Lines

Trains are a key mode of transport in most developed countries around the world.

By Alexander Chilton 22 Oct 2014

The Working Principle and Key Applications of Infrared Sensors

An infrared sensor is an electronic instrument that is used to sense certain characteristics of its surroundings by either emitting and/or detecting infrared radiation.

By Alexander Chilton 15 Oct 2014

What is a Barometer?

A barometer is a device used to measure air pressure based on the weight of the air column.

14 Oct 2014

An Introduction to Silicon Bandgap Temperature Sensors

A silicon bandgap temperature sensor is a type of thermometer or temperature detector commonly employed in electronic devices.

8 Oct 2014

Oxidation reduction, or redox reactions, involves the transfer of an electron from a donor to an acceptor. The donor loses an electron to change from the reduced to oxidized form and the acceptor gains an electron to change from reduced to oxidized form.

1 Oct 2014