Automated test stations don’t always need proprietary test tools. Using a microcontroller, a PC, and free software tools, we developed an automated test station to test and align motion sensors. Test ...

AutomationDirect has added a new series of Contrinex M18 photoelectric sensors to their ever-growing selection of discrete sensors, as well as a new sensor tester used with various sensor types to ...

Test engineers must measure a number of variables to describe the behavior of a device or process. For an electric circuit, acquiring and analyzing the voltage and current signals are straightforward.

In February of 2021, the NASA Perseverance rover actively navigated a fully-autonomous entry and descent to successfully land in the Jezero Crater on Mars, using a brand-new navigational system ...

In 2026, OBD1-era trucks are experiencing a resurgence as enthusiasts embrace hands-on diagnostics and modern upgrades to keep these classics running strong. From testing oil pressure sensors and cam ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Megan Wollerton After a round of testing we’ve added many new picks: the ...

A new test stand purchased by Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) in late March will enable a faster and improved analysis of four F/A-18 legacy and Super Hornet flight control stick position ...

Cubic has successfully exhibited its latest innovations at SENSOR+TEST 2025 international trade fair, showcasing how its smart technologies and sensing solutions empower the six key application fields ...

How does the rapid-response detection unit work? What components were used to create the RapidPlex unit, and how was it built? It would be a major advance if there was a basic test instrument or front ...