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Case Studies

The University of Pisa’s E-Team Squadra Corse partnered with Dewesoft and Radio6ense to enhance their Formula SAE electric car. Using high-frequency data acquisition and RFID-based thermal mapping, the team optimized inverter control parameters and validated the battery’s thermal model. These insights improved powertrain reliability, safety, and performance under demanding race conditions.

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Bearings are vital in industrial machinery, and their early fault detection prevents costly downtime. This study shows how Dewesoft vibration analysis tools, paired with high-sensitivity sensors and advanced signal processing, enable precise monitoring of bearing health. By integrating machine learning with high-resolution data acquisition, it demonstrates a powerful approach to predictive maintenance and Industry 4.0.

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Team PoliTOcean from the Polytechnic University of Turin developed a test bench to control and monitor eight underwater thrusters using PWM. With Dewesoft’s SIRIUS-HD-16xLV and DewesoftX, they measured voltage, current, and waveforms in real time, identifying power delivery issues linked to DC/DC converters. The campaign validated their PCB design and laid the groundwork for future AI-driven thruster performance modeling.

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Identifying unlabeled circuit breakers without shutting off power is a major challenge in critical facilities. This project introduces a pulse-based method using MOSFET-based SSRs, flux-gate magnetic sensors, and a Dewesoft SIRIUS DAQ system to detect live breakers. Early tests show promise for precise, non-intrusive identification, though further refinement is needed for reliability in noisy real-world environments.

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The AQUILO Rocket Team from Inholland University conducted a static fire test of their PB-51C solid rocket motor, using Dewesoft’s DAQ systems to measure thermal and thrust data. Results confirmed safe casing temperatures but revealed unexpected thrust spikes, likely caused by ignitor holder failure. These findings will guide design improvements for their upcoming AQUILO IX rocket, targeting EuRoC 2026.

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Faraday Rocketry UPV upgraded its static fire test setup with Dewesoft SIRIUS hardware and DewesoftX software, enabling precise, real-time measurement of thrust, temperature, and vibration for student-built rocket motors. The new system improved accuracy, reduced complexity, and matched simulation results, certifying the motor’s flight readiness and boosting the team’s future development capabilities.

Product Updates

DewesoftX 2025.2 introduces powerful features, including sub-10 Hz sampling for low-frequency logging, a new Thermodynamics module with Thermocycle plotting, and geofencing in the Polygon module. It also adds Ethernet UDP transmission, a Best Source Selector for signal reliability, and a major update to the DWDataReader library with cross-platform support and unified documentation.

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Eva Kalšek

Aug 11, 2025

Case Studies

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.

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Konrad Schweiger

Jul 16, 2025

Case Studies

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.

Corporate News

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.

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Matjaž Strniša

Jul 10, 2025

Corporate News

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.

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Grant Maloy Smith

Jul 10, 2025

Application Notes

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.

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Michael Elmerick

Jul 10, 2025

Case Studies

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.

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Daniel Colmenares

Jul 9, 2025

Case Studies

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.

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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.

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Daniel Colmenares

Jun 23, 2025

Application Notes

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.

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Grant Maloy Smith

Jun 12, 2025

Case Studies

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.

Product Updates

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.

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Iza Burnik

Jun 4, 2025

Data Acquisition Knowledge Base

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.

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Grant Maloy Smith

Jun 4, 2025

Application Notes

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.

Case Studies

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.

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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.

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Konrad Schweiger

May 27, 2025

Product Updates

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.

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Rok Mesar

May 26, 2025

Data Acquisition Knowledge Base

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.

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Grant Maloy Smith

May 9, 2025