In this episode of our webinar series on web guiding fundamentals, we dive into the critical role of sensors in web guiding systems. Learn about various sensor terminologies such as range, resolution, accuracy, and linearity, and understand the importance of accurate measurement for effective control. We discuss different sensor technologies including infrared, optical, and ultrasonic, and explore the challenges they face including issues with temperature drift and material properties. Discover why precise sensing is essential for guiding performance in web handling applications.
00:00 Introduction to Web Guiding Sensors
00:21 Key Sensor Terminologies
00:45 Challenges with Ultrasonic Sensors
01:09 Importance of Sensor Characteristics - Range
01:39 Resolution
01:59 Accuracy
02:17 Linearity
02:52 Types of Sensors and Their Applications
04:03 Material Dependency and Calibration
04:22 Overview of Advanced Sensor Technologies
