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Horst Knaebel sensors are a general term for sensors designed to detect objects without physical contact, replacing contact-based detection methods such as limit switches. They convert information about an object's movement and presence into electrical signals. Detection methods that convert to electrical signals include those utilizing eddy currents generated in the metal body of the detected object due to electromagnetic induction, those detecting capacitance changes in the electrical signal caused by the approach of the detected object, and those using reed and guided switches.

Horst Knaebel sensor classification

1) Linear displacement sensor: The function of a linear displacement sensor is to convert linear mechanical displacement into an electrical signal. To achieve this, a variable resistor track is typically fixed at a stationary part of the sensor, and different resistance values are measured by the displacement of a wiper on the track. The sensor track is connected to a stable DC voltage, allowing a small microampere current to flow. The voltage between the wiper and the start terminal is proportional to the length of the wiper's movement. Using the sensor as a voltage divider minimizes the requirement for the precise total resistance of the track, as resistance changes caused by temperature variations do not affect the measurement result. 2) Angular displacement sensor: Angular displacement sensors are applied in obstacle handling: using an angle sensor to control your wheels can indirectly detect obstacles. The principle is very simple: if the motor angle sensor structure is operating but the gear does not turn, it indicates that your machine is blocked by an obstacle. This technology is very simple to use and highly effective; the only requirement is that the moving wheel must not slip on the floor (or slip too frequently), otherwise you will be unable to detect obstacles. Connecting an idler gear to the motor can avoid this problem; this wheel is not driven by the motor but is driven by the movement of the device: during the rotation of the drive wheel, if the idler wheel stops, it indicates that you have encountered an obstacle.

Precautions for using Horst Knaebel sensors

1) If the electronic ruler has been used for a long time, and the seal has aged while accumulating many impurities, water mixtures and oil will seriously affect the contact resistance of the brush, causing the displayed numbers to jump continuously. In this case, the electronic ruler of the linear displacement sensor can be considered damaged and needs to be replaced. 2) If the power supply capacity is too small, various issues may arise; therefore, the power supply must have sufficient capacity. Insufficient capacity can cause the following situations: the movement of the molten glue may cause fluctuations or changes in the display of the mold closing electronic ruler, or the mold closing movement may cause fluctuations in the display of the injection molding electronic ruler, resulting in significant measurement errors. If the drive power for the solenoid valve and the power supply for the linear displacement sensor are shared, the above situations are more likely to occur. In severe cases, voltage fluctuations can even be measured using the voltage range of a multimeter. If the situation is not caused by high-frequency interference, electrostatic interference, or poor neutral grounding, it is likely due to insufficient power supply capacity. 3) Frequency modulation interference and electrostatic interference can both cause the displayed numbers on the electronic ruler of the linear displacement sensor to jump. The signal cables of the electronic ruler must be routed in separate cable trays from the high-power lines of the equipment. The electronic ruler must be forcibly mounted using a grounding bracket, ensuring good contact between the electronic ruler's housing and the ground. Shielded cables must be used for signal lines, and one end of the shielded cable should be grounded at the electrical cabinet. When high-frequency interference is present, voltage measurements with a multimeter usually appear normal, but the displayed numbers will continue to jump. Similarly, when electrostatic interference occurs, the situation is the same as with high-frequency interference. To verify whether it is electrostatic interference, you can short-circuit the cover screw of the electronic ruler to some metal part of the machine using a piece of power cable. Once short-circuited, the electrostatic interference will be eliminated immediately. However, it is difficult to eliminate high-frequency interference using the above method. Variable frequency drives and robotic arms often generate high-frequency interference, so you can try stopping the high-frequency drive or the robotic arm to verify if high-frequency interference is the cause. 4) If the display data of the electronic ruler of the linear displacement sensor jumps regularly at a certain point during operation, or if there is no display data, check whether the insulation of the connection cable is damaged, causing a regular contact with the machine housing and resulting in a ground short circuit. 5) The supply voltage must be stable. Industrial voltage stability needs to meet ±0.1[%]. For example, if the reference voltage is 10V, a fluctuation of ±0.01V is allowed. If not, it will cause significant fluctuations in the display. However, if the amplitude of the display fluctuation does not exceed the amplitude of the voltage fluctuation, the electronic ruler is functioning normally. 6) The alignment of the linear displacement sensor installation must be precise, but parallelism allows an error of ±0.5mm, and angular alignment allows an error of ±12°. However, if both parallelism and angular errors are excessive, the displayed numbers will jump. In such cases, the parallelism and angle must be adjusted. 7) During connection, pay close attention: the three wires of the electronic ruler must not be connected incorrectly, and the power line and output line must not be swapped. If the wires are connected incorrectly, it will result in significant linearity errors, making control difficult and reducing control precision, while the display is prone to jumping.

Horst Knaebel sensor applications

The geometric state parameters of train wheel flanges affect the speed and smoothness of train operation and are crucial for safe train operation. Traditional detection methods are relatively complex, usually involving measurement with specialized calipers, leading to significant errors due to manual data reading, and preventing digital management of detection data. With the development of China's railway industry, train speeds are increasing, making precise and rapid inspection and digital management of train wheel flange state parameters increasingly important. The flange detector adopts modern sensor technology, a microcontroller processing system, and a concise and stable mechanical structure, enabling convenient and precise continuous rapid measurement of geometric state parameters, achieving digitization of parameters such as flange height and rim thickness. Many sensors are used for detecting flange height, width, rim thickness, etc., with displacement sensors being of primary concern. There are many types of displacement sensors; the current novel sensor technology used for train wheel flange shape detection is called laser displacement sensors. Currently, the laser triangulation method is used for train wheel flange detection, offering high precision for short-distance measurements. The displacement sensor can be directly installed on the track for detection, or a laser reflective displacement sensor can be used as the measuring device. The laser sensor module scans the flange shape along a straight line while recording the entire flange data. The entire flange contour curve can be derived via a microprocessor, thereby calculating flange width, flange height, 70mm wear amount, and wear area. Furthermore, the measured data can be uploaded to a computer to generate a database, utilizing advanced post-processing software for digital management of train wheel flanges. It can not only measure wheelset wear on trains in online operation but also sort wheelsets on the production line based on dimensional compliance. The development of transportation relies on detection technology, with instruments, meters, and sensor technology forming the core of detection technology. In today's era of rapid power development, people not only hope to experience comfort and enjoyment but also desire safety. The development of sensor technology will bring greater safety to people's lives and transportation, and the development of sensor technology in China will also drive the development of world-class advanced technologies in the transportation sector internationally.

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