A Comprehensive Guide to Sensors and Control Systems in Manufacturing

Thoroughly updated with cutting-edge technologies, this detailed resource offers proven methods for effectively evaluating, selecting, and implementing sensors and controls to ensure error-free manufacturing environments. Sensors and Control Systems in Manufacturing, Second Edition offers step-by-step guidance on applying sensors to measure product parameters, control manufacturing, develop precision manufacturing systems, and generate and control motion. Real-world examples are included throughout to demonstrate successful industrial applications.

Coverage includes:

• The latest sensor technologies, such as MEMS, photo-, bio-, nano-, and LED sensors
• Sensor classification and types, including photoelectric, inductive and capacitive proximity, confocal microscropy, and laser sensors
• Fiber optics in sensors and control systems
• Networking of sensors and control systems in manufacturing
• Sensors and control technology in computer-integrated manufacturing
• Advanced sensor technology in precision manufacturing applications
• Industrial sensors and control
• Sensors in flexible manufacturing systems
• Communications--indexing, transmission, and signal processing
• SpectRx(tm) sensing technology
• Manufacturing operation and control through financial planning