Dates and Duration
23rd November 2023, 09:00 a.m. – 24th November 2023, 04:30 p.m. (2 Days)
Location and Instruction
Available onsite at Ostfildern or via an interactive online platform.
Instructor: Bernhard Rennhofer, Gantner Instruments
Exploring the Universe of Digital Measurement Technology
Digital measurement technology has dramatically evolved over the recent years, transforming into an indispensable asset across myriad technical applications. It equips us with the capabilities to accurately capture and process measurement data, laying the groundwork for diverse applications such as automation technology, aviation, automotive manufacturing, drive technologies, construction, innovative energy storage solutions, research and development, and beyond. But what lies at the heart of digital metrology?
Aims of the Course
This comprehensive course unravels the principles behind electronic or digital measurement technology. You’ll explore electronic functions including AD-converters, DA-converters, sampling systems, and more, and gain the skills to design and construct corresponding circuits. Beyond mastering the theoretical foundations, you will also get to see these principles come to life through hands-on experiments. By the end of the seminar, you’ll be adept at applying the knowledge you’ve acquired directly into your professional environment.
Course Schedule
Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24, 2023
9.00 a.m. to 12.15 p.m. and 1.15 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Course Coverage
- Basic measurement concepts and units (SI units)
- Understanding measurement signals (both digital and analog)
- Exploring AD/DA converters
- Delving into Delta Sigma and SAR converters
- Introduction to Multiplexers
- Diverse measurement methods (Single Ended, Differential, Shielding)
- Characteristics of digital measurement (Resolution, Accuracy, SNR)
- Overview of fault continuation according to GUM
- Measurement of electrical and non-electrical quantities (voltage, current, power, acceleration sensors, resistance, temperature, frequency)
- Absolute encoder insights
- Storage and evaluation of measurement data
- Data logging and analysis
- Overview of Real-time vs. non-real-time systems
- Understanding Fieldbus (Profibus, EtherCAT, Profinet, CAN)
- Exploring IIoT – Industrial Internet of Things (MQTT, OPC-UA)
- Introduction to API and programming interfaces
Ready to step into the future of digital metrology?
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