Robotics
Precision Pressure Monitoring
for Smarter Robotics
Robotics is revolutionizing industries by automating tasks that require precision, speed, and reliability. From manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and research, robots increasingly become integral to complex processes that enhance productivity and reduce human error. Current trends in robotics include advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and real-time data processing, which enable robots to perform increasingly sophisticated tasks. The development of collaborative robots (cobots) that can work alongside humans, autonomous systems, and robots designed for specific industries like agriculture and medical care are pushing the boundaries of what robotics can achieve.
Several challenges can arise in robot functioning. System malfunctions, inaccurate data readings, or environmental changes can disrupt a robot’s performance. Maintaining precise control over air and gas flow is essential in applications involving fluid control, air handling, or pneumatic systems. Without accurate monitoring, robots can experience issues like inefficient movement, faulty operations, or even damage to their internal systems, leading to downtime and costly repairs.
Pressure sensors that measure air and gas play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of robots, especially in systems that rely on pneumatic or gas-controlled mechanisms. These sensors monitor airflow and pressure levels, providing real-time data to maintain optimal conditions for robotic operation. For example, pressure sensors ensure robotic arms that use air pressure for movement or robots that manage gas flow in industrial applications function correctly. By detecting pressure variations or leaks early, these sensors help prevent malfunctions, improve efficiency, and extend the lifespan of robotic systems.
Pressure sensors enhance robotic systems’ performance, reliability, and operational efficiency. As robots evolve, advanced pressure sensing technology will become critical in enabling precise, adaptable, and intelligent robotics.
Unique Capabilities for Robotics
The NimbleSense architecture was designed to maximize performance while being flexible enough to easily insert application-specific capabilities. The result is a pressure sensor architecture with a very clear signal and practically no noise, leading to incredible accuracy, TEB, and long-term stability. Specific to robotics systems, we have implemented these additional capabilities:
Multi-Range™ technology
A single sensor can accommodate up to eight different pressure ranges to effectively measure pressure across a wide variety of robotic sub-systems
Advanced digital filtering
Multi-order filter that leverages advanced filtering capabilities at the front end to eradicate critical noise caused by fans, blowers, or other sources, before they can impact system performance
Integrated closed loop control
Eliminates the need to design an external closed loop control system, which simplifies product design and reduces loop delays by up to 100x
Integrated pressure switch
Triggers emergency measures when pressure levels exceed a certain threshold, preventing damage to robots and their surroundings
Integrated 50/60 Hz notch filter
Neutralizes any power grid spikes or noise coming from AC devices that could interfere with sensor accuracy or system performance
Superior’s NimbleSense architecture enables us to develop unique products optimized for different markets. For the robotics market, we have developed the following products. As our architecture is very flexible, we can also develop custom solutions for your specific application.
Resources
Low Pressure
Product Brief
Mid Pressure
Product Brief
Technology Brochure
Catalog
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