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Case Studies
Condition Monitoring of Metal-Cutting Machine
Researchers at FH Joanneum retrofitted a metal-cutting band saw with Dewesoft sensors to monitor vibrations, sound, and temperature, successfully digitizing an old machine for real-time condition monitoring. This hands-on setup helps detect tool wear, improves efficiency, and now serves as a practical training tool for students and industry partners in smart manufacturing.
Konrad Schweiger
7/16/2025
Case Studies
Testing the Reliability of Automated Greenhouse Doors
A student project tested the reliability of automated greenhouse doors controlled by temperature using an Arduino system and the Dewesoft DEWE-43A data acquisition device. The system showed stable operation and effective temperature-based responses, with detailed sensor analysis identifying areas for improvement in obstacle detection and mechanical reliability. Future upgrades include sensor enhancements and IoT integration for remote diagnostics.
7/15/2025
Corporate News
Rimac Nevera R Breaks 24 New World Records, Verified by Dewesoft Measuring Instruments
Rimac’s upgraded Nevera R shattered 24 world records at ATP Papenburg, including a new 0–400–0 km/h benchmark. The Dewesoft team provided precise measurement equipment and real-time data validation throughout the tests. This collaboration highlights cutting-edge engineering and the power of partnership between Rimac and Dewesoft.
Matjaž Strniša
7/10/2025
Corporate News
Converting a Shipping Container to a Trade Show Booth - A Teamwork Success Story
Dewesoft converted a simple shipping container into a functional trade show booth through collaboration, hands-on work, and creative problem-solving. Despite a tight schedule and last-minute hurdles, the team managed to pull it off. One year later, they built on the idea with an upgraded version—proof that practical innovation can grow from shared effort.
Grant Maloy Smith
7/10/2025
Application Notes
Dewesoft and Delta Motion: SCADA with EtherCAT & Modbus
Dewesoft and Delta Motion combine Dewesoft’s high-speed DAQ systems and SCADA capabilities with Delta’s RMC motion controllers using EtherCAT and Modbus protocols. The setup enables real-time control, data acquisition, and intuitive visualization. DewesoftX software integrates seamlessly for data logging, control, and user interface design, supporting advanced industrial automation applications.
Michael Elmerick
7/10/2025
Case Studies
Real-Time Snow Load Monitoring on Industrial Roofs
Swegon implemented a real-time snow load monitoring system using Dewesoft strain gauge technology to prevent roof collapses in its Swedish production hall. The system tracks structural strain, sends alerts when critical thresholds are reached, and ensures timely snow removal. It combines synchronized data acquisition, visualization, and alarms to enhance safety and maintain operational continuity.
Daniel Colmenares
7/9/2025
Case Studies
Vibration-Based Health Monitoring of Gearboxes on Offshore Crew Transfer Vessel
This case study presents a year-long vibration-based monitoring campaign of gearbox health on an offshore Crew Transfer Vessel using Dewesoft hardware and software. The research aims to enable predictive maintenance amid harsh marine conditions, using accelerometers, temperature sensors, and a gyroscope installed on one of the vessel's twin hulls. Data is collected via a DEWE-43A unit, stored externally, and processed in DewesoftX with FFT analysis for early fault detection.
7/9/2025
Case Studies
Structural Health Monitoring of the Prestressed Concrete Bridge in Sweden
The aging Autio Bridge in Sweden, built in 1963, was transformed into a research lab by Luleå Technical University and Dewesoft to study structural stress from heavy mining traffic. Equipped with advanced sensors, it provides vital data on fatigue and shear behavior. Though set for demolition in 2025, it plays a key role in Sweden’s AI-driven Digital Bridges project.
Daniel Colmenares
6/23/2025
Application Notes
Learn DewesoftX Software Without DAQ Hardware: Simulate Signals, Channels & More
You can use DewesoftX software without DAQ hardware by simulating signals through four methods: built-in signal simulation, math-based waveform creation, using your PC’s sound card, or replaying recorded data files. These modes enable users to explore DewesoftX features, configure systems, and train without requiring any physical hardware, providing full access for learning, analysis, and data visualization.
Grant Maloy Smith
6/12/2025
Case Studies
Brake and Wheel Slide Protection Testing for Trains at Velim Test Center
The VUZ Test Center in Velim, Czechia, conducts advanced testing of train brakes and wheel slide protection systems using Dewesoft data acquisition tools. With cutting-edge facilities and rigorous procedures, the center ensures rail components meet top safety and performance standards through both static and dynamic tests, simulating real-world conditions.
6/11/2025
Product Updates
X-line Updates: New Modules, Safer Power, and Smarter Connectivity
Our latest X-line updates introduce safer power connectors, dual CAN-FD support, and new high-precision strain gauge modules for SIRIUS X and IOLITE X. The new SIRIUS-X-16xLVe, featuring DSUB9 connectors and DSI adapter compatibility, enhances sensor flexibility, making the X-line even more powerful and versatile for industrial and research-grade data acquisition.
Iza Burnik
6/4/2025
Data Acquisition Knowledge Base
How NASA Tested the Space Shuttle: Ground Testing, Avionics, and Data Acquisition Explained
NASA’s Space Shuttle program relied on extensive ground testing to validate the Shuttle's engines, structures, and avionics. Using advanced sensors and data acquisition systems, NASA conducted hot-fire, vibration, wind tunnel, and flight simulations to ensure safety and performance. Key facilities, such as Stennis, Marshall, and SAIL, enabled rigorous validation, making data the cornerstone of the Shuttle’s engineering success.
Grant Maloy Smith
6/4/2025
Application Notes
Integrating Dewesoft EtherCAT DAQ Systems with LabVIEW
This article explains how to integrate Dewesoft EtherCAT DAQ systems—like IOLITE, KRYPTON, and OBSIDIAN—with LabVIEW. It walks through creating an ENI file, configuring the EtherCAT master, acquiring synchronized data, and adjusting device parameters using the Ackermann Library. The example focuses on IOLITEi 3xMEMS-ACC, highlighting its precision, flexibility, and suitability for structural and automation tasks.
5/28/2025
Case Studies
Monitoring Structural Vibrations from Quarry Blasts in a Family Home
A student project measured structural vibrations in a family home near a quarry using a Dewesoft IOLITEi-3xMEMS-ACC system. Over three weeks, data revealed short, intense spikes from quarry blasts, exceeding international safety limits for human exposure by more than 30 times. While traffic-induced vibrations were minimal, repeated exposure to blasts may pose a risk of structural damage and discomfort for residents, underscoring the need for ongoing vibration monitoring.
5/28/2025
Case Studies
Testing High-Performance Engine Components with Dewesoft Combustion Analyzer
Pankl Racing Systems uses Dewesoft’s combustion analyzer and high-speed DAQ to test high-performance engine components under real and lab conditions. With detailed analysis of cylinder pressure, MFB points, and prechamber ignition, they optimize efficiency and durability. The setup also enables real-time knock detection and ECU tuning for motorsport and high-end automotive applications.
Konrad Schweiger
5/27/2025
Product Updates
S2-OMA and S2-SHM Now Offer Full Dewesoft (DXD) File Support
The latest versions of S2-OMA and S2-SHM software now fully support Dewesoft’s *.dxd file format, allowing users to directly import and analyze data without conversion. This seamless integration streamlines workflows for modal analysis and structural health monitoring by enabling advanced visualization, automated processing, and efficient reporting—all from raw Dewesoft data.
Rok Mesar
5/26/2025
Data Acquisition Knowledge Base
How the Concorde Was Developed and Tested: Inside the Supersonic Airliner Program
The Concorde, developed through a groundbreaking UK–France partnership, was a supersonic airliner that underwent one of the most extensive testing programs in aviation history. Over a decade, engineers and test pilots logged more than 5,000 flight hours, half at supersonic speeds, across global test sites. From extreme temperature trials to innovative engine and aerodynamic testing, Concorde’s development set new speed, safety, and international collaboration benchmarks.
Grant Maloy Smith
5/9/2025
Product Updates
OBSIDIAN Wins SAE Tech Briefs Product of the Year Award
Dewesoft’s OBSIDIAN was named 2024 Product of the Year by SAE Tech Briefs for its innovative, long-term data acquisition capabilities. Built on a rugged, low-power Linux platform, OBSIDIAN combines high-end signal conditioning, real-time data streaming, and remote control via mobile app, making it ideal for demanding industrial and mobile applications.
Grant Maloy Smith
4/25/2025
Corporate News
Dewesoft Opens New Office in Dubai
Dewesoft has opened a new office in Dubai Silicon Oasis to support its growth in the Middle East, focusing on the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, and Qatar. Led by Gabriele Ribichini from Dewesoft Italy, the new office will provide advanced data acquisition solutions for industries like power, oil, and structural monitoring in this rapidly developing region.
Grant Maloy Smith
4/14/2025
Data Acquisition Knowledge Base
How Easy is DewesoftX DAQ Software to Learn?
DewesoftX is a powerful yet intuitive data acquisition software used across various industries and applications. Despite offering advanced features like real-time visualization, multi-sensor support, and robust analysis tools, it’s remarkably easy to learn. Its graphical interface, seamless hardware integration, and flexible screen design let users quickly set up, record, analyze, and export data with minimal training.
Grant Maloy Smith
3/27/2025
Application Notes
How One Metro Upgraded its Rail Infrastructure with Dewesoft DAQ Systems and Knick High Voltage Transducers
A major metro system upgraded its rail infrastructure by deploying Dewesoft DAQ systems and Knick high-voltage transducers to monitor voltage, current, temperature, and digital signals across traction power substations. The combination of rugged, high-precision hardware and powerful DewesoftX software enabled synchronized, real-time, and remote monitoring. This improved safety, reduced downtime, and enhanced overall system reliability and efficiency.
Will Kooiker
3/27/2025
Application Notes
Optimizing Servo Control Systems with Dewesoft Hardware and Software
This application note showcases a proof-of-concept robotic arm system using Dewesoft’s IOLITE R8 hardware and DewesoftX software to simplify servo control. The setup combines real-time control, high-resolution output, and intuitive automation, demonstrating precise motion control, synchronized data acquisition, and easy integration with third-party systems.
Owen Maginity
3/26/2025
Application Notes
Extending Grid Capacity: How Phase Balancing Delays Expensive Transformer Upgrades
This application note explains how phase load balancing can extend low-voltage grid capacity and delay costly transformer upgrades. By redistributing single-phase loads, utilities reduce peak loading, improve stability, and save costs. Analysis of over 1.500 transformers shows significant benefits, especially when using tools like Dewesoft Gridphase for accurate, network-aligned phase data and efficient field operations.
Urban Kuhar
3/21/2025
Application Notes
Phase Identification in Power Distribution Grids Using Synchrophasors
The article highlights the importance of accurate phase identification in power distribution networks and introduces Dewesoft Gridphase, which uses synchrophasor technology to ensure consistent phase information across the grid. By compensating for transformer shifts and voltage angle deviations, Gridphase enables precise power-flow analysis, efficient maintenance, and improved grid stability in a simple and scalable way.
Urban Kuhar
3/21/2025