Wireless sensor for monitoring strain and force in metal forming tools
This wireless sensor array accurately measures strain to determine force distribution on metal forming tools, enabling uniform force application. It's miniaturized for easy installation without tool modification, and transmits data wirelessly for efficient processing.
Overview
Resensys LLC introduces an advanced wireless sensor designed for precise monitoring of strain and force in metal forming tools. This innovative solution utilizes an array of small foil strain transducers to measure strain effectively, providing valuable insights into force distribution. By ensuring accurate force application, this sensor can significantly enhance the efficiency and reliability of metal forming processes.
Technical specifications
- Strain Measurement: Utilizes an array of small transducers to measure strain, allowing for precise force determination.
- Size and Compatibility: Miniaturized design to fit the geometry of metal forming tools, especially the lower die, enabling easy retrofitting without mechanical modifications.
- Wireless Data Transmission: Transmits data in ASCII or CSV formats for seamless integration and processing.
- Installation and Use: Designed for fast and easy installation, this sensor requires no mechanical changes to existing tools and is ideal for various industrial applications.
Technology readiness level
With a technology readiness level of 8, this sensor is in the final stages of development, having been validated in numerous applications including space industry projects and infrastructure monitoring. It is ready for commercial deployment in the metal forming industry.
About Resensys LLC
Resensys LLC provides structural health monitoring solutions, centered on its proprietary SenSpot wireless sensor network. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in ultra-low-power technology designed to monitor critical infrastructure, including bridges, buildings, and other structural systems. The core product suite includes SenSpot sensors, which measure quantities such as strain, vibration, tilt, displacement, humidity, and temperature; the SeniMax data acquisition gateway, which collects information from sensors; and the SenScope software platform, which analyzes data for diagnostic insights. These systems use patent-pending Active RF Test technology, allowing for energy-efficient, long-term remote monitoring of infrastructure health.
This technology helps engineers, consultants, and highway administrations address infrastructure deterioration by providing real-time data to support informed decision-making regarding maintenance and repairs. By offering a scalable and easy-to-install system, Resensys enables the detection of structural issues like metal fatigue, crack formation, and stability shifts, potentially extending the service life of critical assets. The effectiveness of their energy-efficient approach is demonstrated by sensors that require minimal power, enabling years of maintenance-free operation. Resensys has been recognized through various awards, including National Science Foundation SBIR grants, and provides services ranging from system installation support to data analysis for various public and private sector clients.
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