Sensor Systems Simulations

Sensor Systems Simulations

Author: Willem Dirk van Driel

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-06-18

Total Pages: 457

ISBN-13: 3030165779

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This book describes for readers various technical outcomes from the EU-project IoSense. The authors discuss sensor integration, including LEDs, dust sensors, LIDAR for automotive driving and 8 more, demonstrating their use in simulations for the design and fabrication of sensor systems. Readers will benefit from the coverage of topics such as sensor technologies for both discrete and integrated innovative sensor devices, suitable for high volume production, electrical, mechanical, security and software resources for integration of sensor system components into IoT systems and IoT-enabling systems, and IoT sensor system reliability. Describes from component to system level simulation, how to use the available simulation techniques for reaching a proper design with good performance; Explains how to use simulation techniques such as Finite Elements, Multi-body, Dynamic, stochastics and many more in the virtual design of sensor systems; Demonstrates the integration of several sensor solutions (thermal, dust, occupancy, distance, awareness and more) into large-scale system solutions in several industrial domains (Lighting, automotive, transport and more); Includes state-of-the-art simulation techniques, both multi-scale and multi-physics, for use in the electronic industry.


Design of a Wireless Power Transmission System for Sensors in a Household Environment

Design of a Wireless Power Transmission System for Sensors in a Household Environment

Author: Hesham Marwan Zaini

Publisher:

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 49

ISBN-13:

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Application of computing and communication systems towards monitoring physical devices enables the Industrial Internet, a smart system of sensors integrated within physical objects. A major challenge associated with designing a practical system of sensors is designing an economically viable means to power them at such a large scale, which a wireless power transmission system could facilitate. This thesis addresses the challenge of selecting an appropriate strategy for power transmission and demonstrating its feasibility within a household environment. The first part of the thesis examines potentially feasible strategies for transmitting power to sensors in a household setting. Existing technologies are surveyed and evaluated against the functional requirements associated with this application. Resonant inductive coupling is selected based on its suitability towards the desired application for reasons of power level, safety, obtrusiveness, and efficiency. The second part of the thesis describes the processes of design, simulation, fabrication, and testing of a prototype resonant inductively coupled power transmission system. An accelerometer-based sensor module that communicates via radio frequency is powered by a resonant inductively coupled power transmission system, which consists of a large (1.07 m diameter) transmitter coil embedded within a table and a small (0.038 m diameter) receiver coil adhered to a water bottle. A suitable amount of power is supplied to the receiver module when it is placed within 95% of the primary coil diameter up to a height of 20 cm, and up to a vertical height of about 40 cm along the central axis of the primary coil.


Inductive Sensors for Industrial Applications

Inductive Sensors for Industrial Applications

Author: Sorin Fericean

Publisher: Artech House

Published: 2018-12-31

Total Pages: 560

ISBN-13: 1630816604

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This practical guide provides a comprehensive survey of all relevant inductive sensor classes for industrial applications in a single volume, from automotive use to white goods, covering design, fabrication, implementation, principles and functionality as well as standards and EMC requirements. The book addresses professional engineers and technicians, but is also accessible to students who require a solid basic knowledge of inductive sensors. Each chapter begins with classic, traditional explanations and gradually moves on to state-of- the art analog and digital solutions, including large-scale integrated systems-on-chip, software defined sensors SDS, digital signal synthesis, coils on silicon and active inductors. The book employs three modern analysis methods: analytic computation; popular graphical methods (phasor diagrams, phase plans, Smith charts, etc.) and computer assisted tools, like the electromagnetic field simulator, Maxwell, and the popular Spice simulator for electronic circuits. For traditional solutions, the chapters give overviews in tables with computation formulae (including empirical expressions). Numerical examples help the reader consolidate the theoretical knowledge gained. Concrete examples for currently available commercial parts are provided.


Energy Harvesting for Wireless Sensor Networks

Energy Harvesting for Wireless Sensor Networks

Author: Olfa Kanoun

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2018-11-19

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 3110445050

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Wireless sensors and sensor networks (WSNs) are nowadays becoming increasingly important due to their decisive advantages. Different trends towards the Internet of Things (IoT), Industry 4.0 and 5G Networks address massive sensing and admit to have wireless sensors delivering measurement data directly to the Web in a reliable and easy manner. These sensors can only be supported, if sufficient energy efficiency and flexible solutions are developed for energy-aware wireless sensor nodes. In the last years, different possibilities for energy harvesting have been investigated showing a high level of maturity. This book gives therefore an overview on fundamentals and techniques for energy harvesting and energy transfer from different points of view. Different techniques and methods for energy transfer, management and energy saving on network level are reported together with selected interesting applications. The book is interesting for researchers, developers and students in the field of sensors, wireless sensors, WSNs, IoT and manifold application fields using related technologies. The book is organized in four major parts. The first part of the book introduces essential fundamentals and methods, while the second part focusses on vibration converters and hybridization. The third part is dedicated to wireless energy transfer, including both RF and inductive energy transfer. Finally, the fourth part of the book treats energy saving and management strategies. The main contents are: Essential fundamentals and methods of wireless sensors Energy harvesting from vibration Hybrid vibration energy converters Electromagnetic transducers Piezoelectric transducers Magneto-electric transducers Non-linear broadband converters Energy transfer via magnetic fields RF energy transfer Energy saving techniques Energy management strategies Energy management on network level Applications in agriculture Applications in structural health monitoring Application in power grids Prof. Dr. Olfa Kanoun is professor for measurement and sensor technology at Chemnitz university of technology. She is specialist in the field of sensors and sensor systems design.


Energy Harvesting for Wearable Sensor Systems

Energy Harvesting for Wearable Sensor Systems

Author: Klevis Ylli

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2022-01-19

Total Pages: 143

ISBN-13: 9789813344501

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This book investigates several non-resonant inductive harvester architectures in order to find the magnet coil arrangement that generates the largest power output. The book is useful as a step-by-step guide for readers unfamiliar with this form of energy harvesting, but who want to build their own system models to calculate the magnet motion and, from that, the power generation available for body-worn sensor systems. The detailed description of system model development will greatly facilitate experimental work with the aim of fabricating the design with the highest predicted power output. Based on the simulated optimal geometry, fabricated devices achieve an average power output of up to 43 mW during walking, an amount of power that can supply modern low-power, body-worn systems. Experiments were also carried out in industrial applications with power outputs up to 15 mW. In sum, researchers and engineers will find a step-by-step introduction to inductive harvesting and its modeling aspects for achieving optimal harvester designs in an efficient manner.


Advances in Modern Sensors

Advances in Modern Sensors

Author: G. R. Sinha

Publisher:

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780750327077

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Sensors are integral to modern living and are found in a huge number of applications in science, engineering and technology thus it is critical for scientists and technologists to understand the physical principles behind sensor types as well as their characteristics, applications, and how they can be suitably employed in sensor technologies. Whilst there exists a vast literature on the physics and characteristics of traditional sensors, this book provides a broad overview of the range of sensor technologies and attendant topics needed to optimize and utilise these devices in the modern world. Not only reviewing sensors by classification, the book encompasses the physics, design characteristics, simulation and interface electronics as well as including case studies, future challenges and several other aspects of wider sensor technology to provide an overview of modern sensors and their applications. The broad scope will appeal to industrial and academic researchers and application engineers especially those developing and implementing real-time hardware implementations employing smart sensors for emerging applications. Part of IOP Series in Sensors and Sensor Systems.


Energy Harvesting Autonomous Sensor Systems

Energy Harvesting Autonomous Sensor Systems

Author: Yen Kheng Tan

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2017-12-19

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1351832565

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Energy Harvesting Autonomous Sensor Systems: Design, Analysis, and Practical Implementation provides a wide range of coverage of various energy harvesting techniques to enable the development of a truly self-autonomous and sustainable energy harvesting wireless sensor network (EH-WSN). It supplies a practical overview of the entire EH-WSN system from energy source all the way to energy usage by wireless sensor nodes/network. After an in-depth review of existing energy harvesting research thus far, the book focuses on: Outlines two wind energy harvesting (WEH) approaches, one using a wind turbine generator and one a piezoelectric wind energy harvester Covers thermal energy harvesting (TEH) from ambient heat sources with low temperature differences Presents two types of piezoelectric-based vibration energy harvesting systems to harvest impact or impulse forces from a human pressing a button or switch action Examines hybrid energy harvesting approaches that augment the reliability of the wireless sensor node’s operation Discusses a hybrid wind and solar energy harvesting scheme to simultaneously use both energy sources and therefore extend the lifetime of the wireless sensor node Explores a hybrid of indoor ambient light and TEH scheme that uses only one power management circuit to condition the combined output power harvested from both energy sources Although the author focuses on small-scale energy harvesting, the systems discussed can be upsized to large-scale renewable energy harvesting systems. The book goes beyond theory to explore practical applications that not only solve real-life energy issues but pave the way for future work in this area.


Advances in Computing and Information

Advances in Computing and Information

Author: N. R. Shetty

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023-12-15

Total Pages: 646

ISBN-13: 9819976227

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This book presents the proceedings of the International Conference on Emerging Research in Computing, Information, Communication and Applications (ERCICA) 2023. The conference provides an interdisciplinary forum for researchers, professional engineers and scientists, educators and technologists to discuss, debate and promote research and technology in the upcoming areas of computing, information, communication and their applications. Some of the topics include the Internet of Things (IoT), wireless communications, image and video processing, parallel and distributed computing, and smart grid applications, among others. The book discusses these emerging research areas, providing a valuable resource for researchers and practicing engineers alike.


Design and Implementation of Sensory Solutions for Industrial Environment

Design and Implementation of Sensory Solutions for Industrial Environment

Author: Juraj Ďuďák

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2024-06-29

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9783031301544

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This book presents applicable guidance into sensor system hardware and software design, extensions, and integration aimed at utilization of 1-wire networks. The content is structured from the design of the sensor system architecture—hardware and software—through the implementation and optimization of the solution to the practical verification. The hardware part consists of the design of specific solutions for sensor data collection and the design and integration of standard and special sensors into these solutions. The development of the hardware solutions is focused on integration with 32-bit microcontrollers with ARM Cortex M0 to Cortex M4 cores. For the sensor solutions, the focus is on design versatility and miniaturization of dimensions with respect to the availability of the technology in the physical design. The focus is on minimizing power consumption to the design of power independent modules. The presented solution includes the design and implementation of the software layer,which includes control software for direct communication with the sensor modules as well as an information system for continuous data storage and remote access. The book presents an extensive case study that describes the design and development of a 1-wire bus controller hardware module solution with proprietary modifications that achieve improvements to the maximum 1-wire bus length. The study also includes the design and implementation of a universal and power independent 1-wire bus device. Using this module, almost any sensor can be connected to the 1-wire bus.