Most engineers understand the concept of pressure. It’s a force, often measured in pounds, on a specific area. It is commonly listed in pounds per square inch (psi). But there are a variety of ...

This article explores the calibration of a melt pressure transducer, a type of sensor used in injection molding and plastic extrusion. The output of the sensor must be calibrated to work alongside ...

When measuring pressure, it is sometimes necessary to isolate the sensing element from the material being sensed. For example, sensing mechanisms can be damaged or destroyed by corrosive fluids or ...

Seasons change, and shifting temperatures are in the forecast. Even when it doesn’t feel like much, the expansion of hot air or shrinkage of cold air often impacts tire pressures, which is why you’re ...

ARTIFICIAL skin embedded with optical sensors could help robots develop a more human touch. Existing sensors, such as those based on simple pressure switches and motor resistance, are limited in their ...