Application Notes
Application Notes
How I Built a Microgrid in the Middle of Nowhere
An engineer detailed his experience building a microgrid for a remote retreat in western Montana, where traditional utilities are unavailable. Using Starlink for internet and communication, he installed solar panels, batteries, and an inverter in a storage container to create an off-grid power system. After resolving power quality issues with a power analyzer, he established a functional, scalable energy solution, enabling remote work from this isolated location.
John Miller
7/2/2024
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The Effects of Different Accelerometer Adhesives for Vibration Measurement on Steel Structures
This application note explores how adhesives impact accelerometer-based vibration measurements in steel structures. Two-component epoxies are effective but slow and costly. Single-component adhesives are faster and cheaper but may distort data due to their elasticity. Tests revealed that single-component adhesives can cause phase shifts and signal attenuation, highlighting the need for careful adhesive selection to ensure accurate measurements.
Emanuele Burgognoni
5/16/2024
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Using Dewesoft DAQ Hardware Under Intrinsic Safety Protocols
This article explores the utilization of Dewesoft Data Acquisition hardware under Intrinsic Safety protocols, focusing on safe electrical operation in hazardous areas. It covers hazardous location definitions, compliance with industry standards, and the significance of Intrinsic Safety in risk reduction.
Grant Maloy Smith
12/8/2023
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Remote Temperature Monitoring of Production in Honey Bee Hives
A backyard beekeeper in northern Ohio, USA reached out to Dewesoft for some help to monitor the temperature and humidity of his bee barn and its twelve individual hives. Dewesoft’s application engineers jumped into action to find a solution.
Owen Maginity
11/24/2023
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Two-plane Balancing on a Harvester Rotor
Maintaining rotor balance is vital for smooth operation, preventing severe vibrations, extending machine lifespans, and averting fatigue and material problems often tied to rotational frequency. This app note describes measuring the vibrations at the bearing points on the forage harvester to perform on-site balancing.
Rok Podjed (student)
10/24/2023
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Correlating Friction Noise and Mode Coupling Instability in High-Performance Braking Materials
The brake pad industry considers unstable friction-induced vibrations a crucial issue that affects surface quality, braking performance, and noise. Dewesoft technology was used to study the link between contact instabilities, and dynamic excitation from frictional contact.
Daniele Limiti (student)
10/17/2023
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Finite Element Model Validation by Experimental Modal Analysis
Students at Polytechnic University of Turin design and build sailboats, using simulation software and Dewesoft data acquisition tools for structural analysis and validation.
Bruna Di Dato (Structures Division member)
10/12/2023
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Measuring Guinness Record-Setting Trampoline Dunking
At the acrobatics and trampolining event, Odbito in Slovenia, members of Dunking Devils aimed to set a new Guinness record combining trampoline jumping and basketball dunking. Dewesoft measurements verified the new record for the highest dunk from a small tarp.
Iza Burnik
10/11/2023
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Measuring and Analyzing Electric Motor Vibration
Electric motors are widely used in various engineering fields, from industry to automotive applications, but they bring vibration and noise challenges. Investigating vibrations and identifying frequencies are vital for optimizing electric motor efficiency.
Giacomo Boschin (Department of Engineering)
10/6/2023
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Comparing Different Ways to Determine Roll Period
Roll motion, a key engineering challenge, affects system performance in aerospace, naval, and navigation fields. Minimizing roll oscillations is crucial for system stability. Dewesoft data acquisition systems were used to compare three roll period determination techniques.
Riccardo Saltarel (Student)
10/6/2023
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Measuring Frequency Response Function (FRF) To Characterize Structure Dynamics on Racecar Chassis
The Frequency Response Function (FRF) is a fundamental tool in system dynamics, representing the ratio of a system's output response to an applied excitation. Engineers employ FRFs to analyze and characterize a structure's dynamic behavior.
Christian Cicala (Mechanical Engineering Student)
10/5/2023
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Strain Rate Measurements on Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
In this paper, we discuss how to perform strain rate measurements on Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) whether single-sided, double-sided, or multi-layered.
Bojan Čontala
4/17/2023
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Noise Floor Analysis: Signal Measurement Chain Quality in Civil Engineering
The measurement signal chain has to be well-composed and accurately dimensioned to optimize signal-to-noise ratio. Read the application note to learn how.
Gabriele Ribichini
6/1/2022
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Measuring and Comparing Capabilities of Combustion and Electric Motorcycle
With the Dewesoft DAQ system, we decided to compare the capabilities of two motocross bikes - combustion and the electric one. Find out which is better!
Valentino Pagliara
5/24/2022
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Measuring and Evaluating the Effects of Vibration on Buildings - UNI 9916:2014 and ISO 4866:2010
With Dewesoft systems, it is possible to carry out measurements for vibrations according to the ISO and UNI standards. Read the article to learn how.
Samuele Ardizio
2/13/2022
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Can Bridge Collapses Be Prevented by Continuous Structural Monitoring?
Continuous bridge structural monitoring systems utilizing MEMS accelerometers and operational modal analysis present key improvements in bridge safety.
Dino Florjančič
11/3/2021
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Human Body Vibration Measurements on a Motorbike
Motorcycle creates vibrations during the ride which can lead to risks. Read about the human body, whole-body and arm vibration measurements on a motorbike.
Vid Selič
6/16/2021
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How Wireless Mesh Network (Mesh WiFi) Enables Remote Data Acquisition
Check the application note how Dewesoft used and created a wireless mesh network (Mesh WiFi) to enable remote data acquisition on a large proving ground.
Matthew Engquist
5/3/2021
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Force Measurements on Trampoline Jumpers
We teamed up with one of the best acrobat teams - the Dunking devils and measured the forces on the acrobat's body while jumping on a trampoline.
Jernej Sirk
3/23/2021
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ADAS and Autonomous Vehicle Testing With Velodyne Lidar Data Acquisition
The Dewesoft Velodyne Lidar module provides a simple and flexible solution for acquiring data of all types of Velodyne Lidar sensors for ADAS testing.
Carsten Frederiksen
3/9/2021
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Integrated Power Measurement Solution With Patented High-Performance AC/DC Current Transducer
In this technote, we will provide more information on the new DC-CT technology with the innovative Platise Flux Sensor used in Dewesoft SIRIUS XHS-PWR.
Eva Kalšek
3/3/2021
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GoPro Camera and GNSS Data Acquisition Synchronized on a Mountain Bike
We have used the Dewesoft DS-IMU1 GNSS inertial measurement device and a GoPro camera to make dynamic measurements of the mountain bike performance.
Carsten Frederiksen
3/3/2021
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The Influence of Shielded Cables on Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
In this article, you will find out about the influence of shielded cables on electric and hybrid vehicles under real-drive test measurement and analysis.
Carsten Frederiksen
1/20/2021
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Innovation in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition by Clemessy and Dewesoft
Clemessy and Dewesoft have been working in a strong partnership, supplying solutions for supervision, control, and high-quality data acquisition.
Carsten Frederiksen
1/4/2021