17988297. SIGNAL CONDITIONING IN A POSITION SENSING SYSTEM simplified abstract (Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation)
Contents
- 1 SIGNAL CONDITIONING IN A POSITION SENSING SYSTEM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 SIGNAL CONDITIONING IN A POSITION SENSING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
SIGNAL CONDITIONING IN A POSITION SENSING SYSTEM
Organization Name
Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation
Inventor(s)
Dhananjay Kumar of Bangalore (IN)
Swathika Sreedhar of Chennai (IN)
SIGNAL CONDITIONING IN A POSITION SENSING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17988297 titled 'SIGNAL CONDITIONING IN A POSITION SENSING SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a position sensing system that utilizes a linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) and precision rectifiers to provide accurate position measurements.
- The position sensing system includes a linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) to generate first and second output voltages.
- Two precision rectifiers, each consisting of operational amplifiers and resistors, are used to obtain the output voltages and provide full-wave rectified outputs.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, robotics, and manufacturing for precise position sensing and control.
Problems Solved
1. Provides accurate and reliable position sensing for various applications. 2. Offers a cost-effective solution using simple components like operational amplifiers and resistors.
Benefits
1. High accuracy in position measurements. 2. Simple design using only operational amplifiers and resistors. 3. Cost-effective solution for position sensing applications.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Precision Position Sensing System for Industrial Automation"
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to position sensing systems using LVDTs and precision rectifiers in industrial automation and control applications.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system handle noise and interference in the position measurements?
The article does not provide information on the noise rejection capabilities of the system.
Are there any limitations to the range or speed of position measurements with this system?
The article does not mention any limitations regarding the range or speed of position measurements that can be achieved with this technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
A position sensing system includes a linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) to provide a first output voltage and a second output voltage. The position sensing system also includes two precision rectifiers. Each of the precision rectifiers comprises only operational amplifiers and resistors and obtains the first output voltage or the second output voltage as an input and to provide a full-wave rectified output.
