Medical engineering

In magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners, the exact positioning of the patient table is crucial for optimal imaging and diagnosis. Draw wire sensors are used here to precisely detect the position of the table and thus ensure smooth and safe control during the examination.

A major advantage of sensors in the SXM30 and SX50 series is their design: The measurement rope and rope attachment can be made entirely of non-metallic materials. This is particularly important in the environment of strong magnetic fields, which are typically found in MRI devices, as metallic components can cause interference and impair image quality. The use of non-metallic components in the MRI device therefore ensures interference-free operation and maximum safety.

This sensor technology contributes significantly to the efficiency and reliability of modern MRI scanners by providing precise positioning data while meeting the high requirements for compatibility in magnetic environments.

When producing agar plates, which are used as growth media for cultivating cell cultures, precise and homogeneous filling of the Petri dishes is essential. Liquid agar-agar is poured into the dishes and hardens to form a gel, which serves as the basis for subsequent series of experiments.

Capacitive distance sensors from the KS series are used to precisely control the filling level of the agar-agar. They measure the distance between the sensor and the surface of the liquid agar without contact, ensuring uniform filling. This leads to a constant gel structure in the agar plates and ensures the comparability of experiments and cell culture experiments.

The use of these sensors optimizes the quality of the agar plates and creates the basis for precise and reproducible results in cell culture research.

Test tubes are indispensable in numerous laboratory applications in the medical technology sector, whether in clinical diagnostics, blood tests, molecular biology tests such as PCR or drug monitoring. Ultrasonic sensors are used to measure the fill level in the tubes precisely and without contact. This technology enables automated and continuous monitoring, which contributes to greater process reliability and efficiency.

By using ultrasonic waves, which are reflected by the surface of the liquid contents, the sensors detect the current fill level in real time. This not only supports quality control, but also optimizes the dosing and handling of reagents in applications such as the analysis of blood samples, the cultivation of cells or the performance of chemical reactions. In automated laboratory processes, reliable measurement ensures consistent results and minimizes manual effort. The ultrasonic sensors in the UFA2-FB series are particularly suitable for laboratory applications due to their particularly narrow sound beam.

The integration of ultrasonic sensors in medical technology applications is therefore a forward-looking solution that contributes to improved process automation and safety and helps to ensure the quality and accuracy of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Modern surgical robots in the medical sector rely on advanced sensor technology to make minimally invasive procedures even safer and more precise. Draw wire sensors are used to determine the exact height of the operating tables. They ensure that the tables are always positioned at the optimum height to provide surgeons with the best working conditions and enable precise alignment during the procedure.

At the same time, rotary angle encoders play a central role in controlling the robotic arms. They continuously measure the angles and movements of the arms so that precise and dynamic control is possible. This is crucial for carrying out complex operations where maximum precision and mobility are required.

The combination of draw wire sensors from the SXM30 series and rotary angle encoders from the WPH series enables the seamless integration of surgical robots into the OR workflow and helps surgeons to perform procedures efficiently and safely.