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Pressure sensor benefits set in concrete

Pressure sensors perform a vital role in the development of effective robotic solutions for ever-increasingly diverse – and, in some cases, highly specialised – manufacturing applications.

29/06/2021 11:06:56

One recent example of this is a high-precision pressure monitoring application for concrete processing, using 3D printing robots. This results in automated concrete prints, without the need for complex formwork.

This new development approach to enhancing printing processes was the result of close cooperation between Baumer and the renowned research institute, NCCR DFAB (National Centre of Competence in Research – Digital Fabrication), part of the ETH Zurich.

The key factor was to meet the challenges of pumping concrete consistently and reliably for intricate designs, layer upon layer, without the traditional preparation methods involving complex formwork or mouldings...

Read the full article in the July issue of DPA

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.