Magnetic sensors are a form of solid state device, capable of converting the magnitude of a magnetic field into an electrical signal that can be processed by electrical circuits. Magnetic sensors trace back to their invention a few decades ago, and while they originally acted as sensors that utilize the electromagnetic induction effect, they have since expanded to cover the galvano-magnetic effect, the Josephson effect, the magneto-resistance effect, and much more. In this blog, we will offer a brief overview of magnetic sensors and their various types, allowing you to have a better understanding of how they can be used.

An SCSI, or Small Computer System Interface, is a form of standard electronic interface developed by American National Standards Institute, and they are utilized by personal computers for the means of communicating with a variety of peripheral hardware. As such, SCSIs ensure that a computer may work with hard drives, tape drives, printers, scanners, CD-ROM drives, and other devices with increased speed and flexibility when compared with older forms of parallel data transfer interfaces. To help you understand how this technology functions and what types of computer systems benefit from SCSIs, we will discuss them in more detail below.

If you have been on an airplane, chances are, you have experienced turbulence. Some passengers feel nervous or worry that it may be dangerous, but turbulence is a normal part of air travel and is almost never cause for concern. Turbulence is generally caused by weather changes, specifically wind and pressure changes which affect the streams of air that planes regularly fly through. However, turbulence comes in several different forms. Here is a list of the different types of turbulence and how they are created.

Aviation requires regular updates of critical metrics, such as altitude, speed, air pressure, and more. These values are used by the pilot and various computers to perform needed calculations. However, not every metric is easy to measure accurately and in real-time, particularly those values dependent on the state of gasses, since these variables are all related and can change quickly. Temperature is one such value that is critical to several aviation components with several methods of measurement. In this blog, we will discuss everything you need to know about the measurement and calculation of total air temperature, which most accurately represents the air temperature in flight.

A composite apparatus refers to a structure made up of various types of complementary, supportive substances. While individual materials making up a composite mixture may not seem strong and significant, when combined with the right materials, they form a powerful and durable structure.

An industrial hose is an assembly that consists of a hose, stem, ferrule, couplings, and fittings. In order to safely compress and deform such products to a specific hose length or diameter, two processes can be used: crimping or swaging. Though it may seem counterintuitive to change the physical composition of a hose, the swagging and/or crimping process is a critical part of the hose assembly.

For countless environments, vehicles, and systems, having the ability to detect the presence of a fire or flames is paramount for upholding safety. For a stark majority of fire detection technology, the detection of a fire is made possible through the detection of heat, particulate matter from smoke, or light from the flame. Depending on the application, certain methods of detection may not be optimal, such as detecting flame heat when hot pipes are present or detecting particle matter when other environmental substances are present. Flame sensors or flame detectors are an extremely advantageous option, capable of detecting flames in less than a second through optical means.

The evaporative emission control system (EVAP) is used in automobiles to keep fuel vapors inside the fuel tank and prevent them from entering the surrounding environment. This crucial system usually functions without issue, but if any problems do surface, such issues can lead to a frustrating check engine light. In the EVAP, one of the most critical elements is the purge valve. It is also one most prone to degradation and failure. In this blog, we will discuss everything you need to know about purge valves so that you may have a better understanding of the EVAP as a whole.

Fasteners are unique components that are found in countless applications, providing securing mechanisms for many assemblies. As such, they find use in a diverse set of industries including aviation, automotive, off road, and more. Coming in a variety of styles and types, fasteners are available in both simplistic and complex designs. With this in mind, this blog will cover quarter turn fasteners, a type of fastener that is often overlooked, but is incredibly useful.

Soldering is a process in which two or more objects are joined together by melting and placing a filler metal in a joint. It is the preferred method for securing copper pipes in plumbing or assembling electrical components in printed circuit boards (PCBs). While soldering is a strong and reliable way of joining materials together, it is not a permanent fix. In the case that you want to remove or disconnect a joint, you can simply desolder the soldered joint.