Developing embedded software as a mechanical engineer is ideal for me
Embedded software developer Dirk van Wijk has been working at Fourtress, part of ICT Group, since May 2023. In his student days, the mechanical engineer was one of the members of Solar Team Eindhoven. It was there that he discovered the combination of hardware and software. ‘For me, it was a foregone conclusion that I wanted…
Synthetic data for food sorting
There are multiple Demcon innovations where synthetic data plays a key role. The results of the ‘Synthetic data for food sorting’ project are something we will all have to deal with sooner or later. At least, if you like green beans or strawberries. After all, how can you filter out bad green beans and strawberries during the production process?
De nieuwe generatie PLM-systemen!
Geen complexe implementatieprocessen meer, maar direct effectiever werken: hoe de maakindustrie zich met het juiste platform op de digitalisering kan voorbereiden. Digitalisering biedt nieuwe mogelijkheden die op dit moment nog ondenkbaar zijn en dat geldt ook voor PLM. Lees verder
Hexapod technology is pushing the boundaries of optics, microscopy, and radiology
At PI we have been working hard behind the scenes to expand our hexapod production and shorten lead times, for our customers. This blog article highlights some of the growing applications of miniature six-axis positioning systems. Read more [Picture source: PI BeNeLux B.V. on linkedin.com]
A compact stepper motor drive for control cabinet-free machinery
Our ASI8100 series combines a stepper motor, stepper motor output stage and EtherCAT fieldbus connection in one space-saving unit that can be installed directly on the machine: suitable for meeting motion requirements in a power range extending up…
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Introduction to the Composite Materials Module
Composite materials are heterogeneous materials composed of at least two constituent materials. Among the different types of composite materials, layered composite materials are quite common and are widely used for aircraft, spacecraft, wind turbine, automobile, marine, buildings, and safety equipment use cases. The Composite Materials Module, an add-on to the COMSOL Multiphysics® software, includes built-in features and functionality…
Project of Gas Monitoring Module for Breath Analysis
In 2021, a project was launched between the University of Twente and Bronkhorst to explore the possibilities of using thermal flow sensors for both flow and composition measurement of gas mixtures. This collaboration is expected to yield a demonstrator of a gas monitoring module for respiratory devices, which could be used for personalized therapy for patients with respiratory and lung…
How does a linear motor work?
Used in many industrial and (high-tech) fabrication applications, linear motors are an invaluable part of the fastest and most efficient processes. But how do linear motors work? This video explains the basic electrical principle of linear motion.
HiCube Neo – The new generation of pumping units | by Pfeiffer Vacuum
Discover the future of vacuum technology with the HiCube Neo turbo pumping station. It offers a pumping speed of 80-800 l/s, making it ideal for high-vacuum applications such as gas analysis, gauge calibration, and…