Abstract: A nanostructure device is provided and performs dual functions as a nano-switching/sensing device. The nanostructure device includes a doped semiconducting substrate, an insulating layer disposed on the doped semiconducting substrate, an electrode formed on the insulating layer, and at least one polymer nanofiber deposited on the electrode. The at least one polymer nanofiber provides an electrical connection between the electrode and the substrate and is the electroactive element in the device.

Abstract: A pressure sensor is equipped with a body including a fluid passage in the interior thereof, a holder connected to one end of the body, and a ceramic sensor accommodated in the interior of the holder. Plural protrusions are disposed on an outer edge portion of an end surface of the sensor, which is pressed by the holder. In addition, when the holder is fastened with respect to the body, in a state in which a pressing portion of the holder abuts against the protrusions, a fastening force is applied in an axial direction, and the sensor is fixed.

Abstract: An absolute pressure sensor assembly configured to generate a pressure output representing pressure of a target media modified to take into account pressure loss of a sensor cavity of the absolute pressure sensor.

Abstract: An atmospheric monitoring system designed for a low cost retrofit installation into a non commercial potter's gas fired kiln. The system uses a low cost, replaceable, unshielded oxygen sensor incorporated into a modified firebrick for simple installation into a kiln. There is also a high temperature thermocouple inserted through an orifice through the kiln wall such that it senses the temperature adjacent the wares. The system has three embodiments with successive levels of complexity that build onto each other. The simplest system has a base unit for localized visual display of the kiln's atmospheric parameters. The higher levels run a software application on their smart phones that allows for more comprehensive data reporting but more importantly, provide for redundant alarm notification through the LAN and the 4G cell phone network.

Abstract: The expandable jacket and flexible ring comprises of the segmented circular arch shaped plates and bands or rings around the segmented plates. The test preparation consists of a membrane surrounding a specimen with or without a filter, segmented plates surrounding the membrane, and bands or rings around the segmented plates to permit uniform radial expansion of the specimen through its height when increments of vertical load are applied during the test, thereby providing accurate values of area of cross-section, deviator stress, volume change, modulus of elasticity, Poisson's ratio and shear strength. Using the flexible ring, three-dimensional consolidation tests are performed to determine three-dimensional coefficient of consolidation and coefficients of consolidation in horizontal and vertical directions. Removable attachments are used for assembling the expandable jacket and flexible ring during the test.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to sensors and more particularly to structures for and methods of forming sensors that are easier to manufacture as integrated components and provide improved deflection of a sensor membrane, lamella or other movable element. In embodiments, a sensor comprises a support structure for a lamella, membrane or other movable element. The support structure comprises a plurality of support elements that hold or carry the movable element. The support elements can comprise individual points or feet-like elements, rather than a conventional interconnected frame, that enable improved motion of the movable element, easier removal of a sacrificial layer between the movable element and substrate during manufacture and a more favorable deflection ratio, among other benefits.

Abstract: A pressure sensor module including a housing, a pressure sensor chip, and one or more of an integrated passive device (IDP) chip and discrete passive devices are disclosed. The pressure sensor chip and one or more of the IPD chip and the discrete passive devices are arranged within the housing.

Abstract: A sensor includes a diaphragm having a bonding portion and a main boss separated from the bonding portion by at least one channel, the main boss having a first side face, a second side face and a chamfered corner face connecting the first side face to the second side face. A base of the sensor has a first contact area aligned with the main boss and separated from the main boss, wherein the bonding portion of the diaphragm is bonded to the base. At least one sensing element senses movement of the diaphragm.

Abstract: An internal temperature sensor includes substrates with one surface to be placed in contact with a measurement surface of an object to measure an internal temperature of the object, a heat flux sensor on another surface of the substrates, and a temperature sensor. The heat flux sensor is fabricated through a MEMS process and includes first and second temperature measurement parts, and a thin film including a thermopile to detect a temperature difference between the first and second temperature measurement parts. The thin film is supported by a thermally conductive member to form a space between the first temperature measurement part and the substrates and to extend parallel to the substrates. The thermally conductive member conducts heat traveling from the object through the substrates to the second temperature measurement part. The temperature sensor measures the temperature of a part of the substrates that is in contact with the thermally conductive member.

Abstract: A pressure sensor includes a ceramic sensor that is accommodated between a body and a holder. On an end surface of the sensor, plural resistive bodies are printed and fired in a straight line using a thick-film resistive paste material by screen printing.

Abstract: A relative pressure sensor (1) includes a pressure measuring cell (10) having a measuring diaphragm (12), a main body (14) which is connected to said measuring diaphragm, and a the measuring chamber between the measuring diaphragm and main body, a reference pressure being applied to the measuring chamber by a reference pressure channel (18) which runs from a rear face (16) of the main body (14) through the main body (14); a clamping ring (38); and a housing (40) which has at least one housing body (42) with a measuring cell chamber (46), wherein the pressure measuring cell (10) is clamped in the measuring cell chamber (46) by the clamping ring (38).

Abstract: A monitoring system for a fluid pump having a fluid end and a power end is provided. The monitoring system includes an inlet pressure sensor attached to an inlet manifold of the fluid end. The inlet pressure sensor generates a signal indicative of an inlet pressure of a fluid being supplied to the fluid end. The monitoring system includes a discharge pressure sensor attached to the fluid end. The discharge pressure sensor generates a signal indicative of a discharge pressure of the fluid exiting the fluid end. The monitoring system includes at least one accelerometer attached to the fluid end. The accelerometer generates a signal indicative of vibrational data of the fluid pump. The monitoring system includes a controller which receives signals from the inlet pressure sensor, the discharge pressure sensor and the accelerometer and determines a possible failure mode of the fluid pump.

Abstract: A process fluid pressure transmitter is provided. The process fluid pressure transmitter includes a pressure sensor having an electrical characteristic that changes in response to a deformation of the pressure sensor in response to pressure. Measurement circuitry is coupled to the pressure sensor and is configured to provide an indication of the electrical characteristic. An isolation diaphragm is configured to contact the process fluid and deform in response to process fluid pressure. A substantially incompressible fill fluid fluidically couples the isolation diaphragm to the pressure sensor. An overpressure compliant structure is coupled to the fill fluid and is configured to be substantially rigid at pressures below a selected threshold, but to deform in response to pressure above the selected threshold.

Abstract: Embodiments of the Invention provide real-time portable, deployable data acquisition units and monitoring consoles that can be used in combination with radio communication technology to provide for monitoring of wildfires and local weather conditions to aid in fighting wildfires.

Abstract: A pressure transducer mounting device may include a support member and a pressure transducer holder. In use, the support member may attach to a support surface, such as a housing of a power injection device, while the pressure transducer holder is moveably connected to the support member. The pressure transducer holder may expand open to receive one of a plurality of different sized pressure transducers and bias closed to hold a received one of the plurality of different sized pressure transducers. In addition, the pressure transducer holder may move relative to the support member to one of a plurality of different vertically elevated positions. The pressure transducer mounting device may accommodate different pressure transducers, providing a universal mounting device that can adapt to different medical provider preferences and different pressure transducer sourcing options.

Abstract: A sensor casing includes a lower case and an upper case that is fixed to an upper part of the lower case. A valve body includes an upper body including an accommodation space in which a sensor casing is disposed and a lower body in which an oil passage is formed. The upper body includes a stopper that prevents downward movement of the oil pressure sensor along a central axis. The sensor casing includes an engagement portion that engages with the stopper to retain the oil pressure sensor in the accommodation space.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for testing the properties of fiber(s). The fibers may be human hair fibers, for example, a hair tress. The device has a plurality of rods that are capable of freely rotating. Each rod has a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is connected to a support. The distal end is free. The present invention also relates to related uses and methods of using the device.

Abstract: A temperature sensor is disclosed. In one aspect, the temperature sensor provides a digital output having a precise degree/code step. For example, each step in the digital output code may correspond to one degree Celsius. In one aspect, a temperature sensor comprises a precision band-gap circuit and a sigma delta modulator (SDM) analog-to-digital convertor (ADC). A bandgap voltage and a PTAT voltage may be provided from the band-gap circuit as an input to the SDM ADC. The SDM ADC may produce an output based on the difference between the PTAT voltage and the bandgap voltage. The temperature sensor may also have logic that outputs a temperature code based on the output of the SDM ADC.

Abstract: A sensor device for use in a medical fluid delivery system, or an infusion pump device, comprises a fluidic chamber with a deformable cover closing at least an area of the chamber and an optical detection system comprising at least one light emitter for emitting one or more incident light beams and a sensor unit for monitoring one or more reflected light beams is presented. In a pressurized state of the fluidic chamber, the deformable cover is deformed such that it forms an inflexion point area within the deformed cover. The one or more incident light beams emitted by the light emitter are directed on the cover such that the one or more incident light beams are reflected essentially in the inflexion point area.

Abstract: A method and a circuit take a measurement of a sensor having first, second and third lead wires by: (a) providing first, second and third terminals for voltage measurements; (b) connecting a current sensing device (e.g., a reference resistor) to provide a signal at the third terminal that is indicative of the current in the third lead wire of the sensor; (c) connecting a first protective device between the first lead wire of the sensor and the first terminal; (d) connecting a second protective device between the second lead wire of the sensor and the second terminal; (e) connecting a first current source to the first lead wire of the sensor; (f) connecting a second current source to the second lead wire of the sensor; and (g) measuring a first voltage across the first and second terminals and a second voltage across the third terminal and the voltage reference.