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Pressure sensors are widely applied in energy generation industry where a constant monitoring and control of pressures is crucial for the operation of the power plants. Another application is in robotics where a pressure measurement is required in controls or as a substitute for touch. The proper operation of machines can be related to data from pressures of compressed air, gas, vapor, oil or other fluids.
Some applications are
1. Touch screen devices
- Smart phones and
- Some computer devices come with pressure sensors.
- Sensors in those devices determine where the pressure has been applied and inform the processor by generating electric signal.
2. Automotive industry
- monitor oil and coolant pressure
- regulate power pressure in accelerators and brakes
- Anti-locking braking system (ABS)
- Air bag system
3. Bio medical instrumentation
- Digital blood pressure monitors and ventilators
4. Industrial Uses
- monitor gases and their partial pressures
- determine the depth in oil industry while exploring
5. Aviation Industry
- Pressure sensors are used to balance the atm. pressure with the airplanes’ control system.
- gives appropriate external environmental situation to the system
- helps to create a breathing condition in the cockpit
6. Marine Industry
- Sensors in ships and submarines help to detect the actual depth creating a safe situation.
- Sensors are of great use in underwater projects. They help to study the oxygen level and requirement.
References
- Ripka, P. and Tipek, A., 2007. Modern sensors handbook. 1st ed. Newport Beach, CA: ISTE USA.
- Huddleston, C., 2007. Intelligent sensor design using the microchip dsPIC. 1st ed. Amsterdam: Elsevier/Newnes.