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Author Michael Jacobs | Letzte Aktualisierung: 03/18/2024 | Kommentare: 0
In our previous calibration blog article, we established calibration’s critical role in ensuring reliable, accurate measurements across diverse fields. We examined the very essence of calibration and its significance for safety, efficiency, and quality. Now, in this second article, we shift our focus to traceability... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Vim Mistry | Letzte Aktualisierung: 03/11/2024 | Kommentare: 0
While continuous learning in the field of environmental monitoring is important, it’s even more critical to put that learning to practical use. Understanding the benefits for both employees and organisations to stay up to date on technology, expand expertise, and improve performance is one thing.... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Eric Schmidt | Letzte Aktualisierung: 03/05/2024 | Kommentare: 0
Did you read our Southwest: Solving the Mystery of Erroneous Dam Monitoring Data case study? Want to get some more details? In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at that case study. If you haven’t read the case study yet, please do... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Michael Jacobs | Letzte Aktualisierung: 03/04/2024 | Kommentare: 1
In the world of measurement and data acquisition, ensuring instrument accuracy is paramount. Regular calibration is essential to maintaining the integrity of your measurements and safeguarding your operations. But what exactly is calibration, and why is it so important? In this three-part blog series, we’ll explore... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Ramatoulaye Nabi | Letzte Aktualisierung: 02/01/2024 | Kommentare: 0
In the ever-evolving landscape of environmental monitoring, staying ahead of the curve is not just a luxury but a necessity. As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, organisations must equip their employees with the skills and knowledge to effectively use emerging tools and navigate the... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Ajay Singh | Letzte Aktualisierung: 01/15/2024 | Kommentare: 0
Campbell Scientific’s CS223 Pt-1000 Class A, Back-of-Module Temperature Sensor (discontinued effective 31 October 2023) has been replaced by the CS241 Pt-1000 Class A, Back-of-Module Temperature Sensor. When needed, you can replace the CS223 sensor head with a CS241 head without having to replace the entire... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Bruce Smith | Letzte Aktualisierung: 04/15/2021 | Kommentare: 2
Has an electrical surge or other event made you concerned that your COM port or short haul modem may not be operating properly? Do you know how to test for this? In this brief article, we’ll look at some simple tests you can perform to... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Carolyn Ivans | Letzte Aktualisierung: 10/23/2020 | Kommentare: 0
You may already know that you can add external data storage to your data logger with flash-memory cards. But do you know what kind of card you need—or if you even need one? In this article, I’ll answer these and other memory card questions. In... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Carolyn Ivans | Letzte Aktualisierung: 10/22/2020 | Kommentare: 5
You may use CompactFlash or microSD memory cards for external storage of your data logger data, but are you using your cards correctly? In this article, I’ll answer some common questions you may have about memory card usage. Recommended for You: If you haven’t done... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Timothy Jeppsen | Letzte Aktualisierung: 10/07/2020 | Kommentare: 0
In 1997, I had my first introduction to using vibrating wire piezometers to measure groundwater fluctuations. A large engineering firm was monitoring water level to ensure that construction of a large pipeline through the San Bernardino Mountains was not intruding on the groundwater. I was... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Libbie Anderson | Letzte Aktualisierung: 06/29/2020 | Kommentare: 0
You may have heard of the IEC 61724-1 standard to promote international uniformity in PV (photovoltaic) system performance monitoring. But why was it created, and what does it mean for you? In this interview with PES (Power & Energy Solutions), Matt Perry, Technical Product Manager for... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Libbie Anderson | Letzte Aktualisierung: 05/01/2020 | Kommentare: 0
On every utility-scale solar farm, it’s crucial to answer the fundamental question: how much solar radiation reaches the surface of the photovoltaic (PV) modules? These farms span hundreds of acres and in order to address this question, owners use meteorological monitoring stations and data loggers... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Timothy Jeppsen | Letzte Aktualisierung: 03/19/2020 | Kommentare: 4
We recently released the CR1000X Measurement and Control Datalogger, and you may be wondering how it compares with our widely used CR1000 datalogger and our innovative CR6 datalogger. If you’re in the market for a new data logger, how do you know which one is... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Andrew Sandford | Letzte Aktualisierung: 01/06/2020 | Kommentare: 0
Imagine that you already have a winning sensor that has sold more than 15,000 units. As time passes, you realize that technology has evolved, but your sensor hasn’t. If you are objective in your product evaluation, you may determine that there is justification for the... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Dirk Baker | Letzte Aktualisierung: 04/17/2019 | Kommentare: 0
Advances in technology and mechanical design offer vast improvements for those of you who need soil measurements at multiple depths—especially environmental researchers and anyone who works with environmental monitoring networks. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the measurement challenges you may face... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Jason Ritter | Letzte Aktualisierung: 02/27/2019 | Kommentare: 4
Have you ever wanted Short Cut to support more sensors? Although Short Cut supports many sensors, you may have found that the sensor you want to measure is not on the list. What do you do then? How do you add that sensor to your... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Janet Albers | Letzte Aktualisierung: 02/27/2019 | Kommentare: 10
Do you need to do anything to your data logger or software to compensate for the beginning of daylight saving time? Read this short article to find out! Residents of many parts of North America, and various areas around the world, continue to observe the practice... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Dirk Baker | Letzte Aktualisierung: 10/03/2017 | Kommentare: 7
You may be familiar with R for data processing and analysis. But do you know how to easily import data that is in Campbell Scientific’s TOA5 format into R? In this article, I’ll briefly discuss R and TOA5, and then share a function to create... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Bruce Smith | Letzte Aktualisierung: 06/08/2017 | Kommentare: 3
Have you ever heard someone mention "ET" and wondered what it meant? Assuming the person wasn’t talking about extra-terrestrials or Entertainment Tonight, the conversation was probably about evapotranspiration. Evapotranspiration (or "ET") is the water lost through plant transpiration and soil and plant evaporation. The images... lesen Sie mehrAuthor Janet Albers | Letzte Aktualisierung: 05/04/2017 | Kommentare: 0
Are you wondering what size battery and solar panel you need to run all of the devices in your data acquisition system? How will you know if your power supply can keep pace with your needs? To get these answers, you will need to estimate the... lesen Sie mehr