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What’s the impact of stress and strain in structural health monitoring?

Author: Eric Schmidt | Last Updated: 11/05/2024 | Comments: 3

what’s the impact of stress and strain in structural health monitoring?

How much is too much? Did you know that stress and strain can negatively impact your infrastructure? In this blog article, I’ll share a brief explanation of what you should know to protect the health of your critical structures. Infrastructure across the US and around the... read more

Why should you use a data logger as an RTU in your SCADA system?

Author: Eric Schmidt | Last Updated: 10/21/2024 | Comments: 0

why should you use a data logger as an rtu in your scada system?

In today’s world of industrial automation, the ability to remotely monitor and control operations is more critical than ever. Imagine managing a water treatment plant, an electrical grid, or an environmental monitoring system from miles away—all without missing a beat to ensure smooth, efficient operations.... read more

How do you future-proof your data-acquisition project?

Author: Michael Adams | Last Updated: 09/03/2024 | Comments: 1

how do you future-proof your data-acquisition project?

As we approach the three-decade mark for some of our long-term data-acquisition projects, the question arises: “What does it take to ensure these systems continue to thrive far into the future?” How do you protect your investment and reap the most financial return? The Importance of... read more

Open the Door to Unlock Flexibility

Author: Eric Schmidt | Last Updated: 08/20/2024 | Comments: 1

open the door to unlock flexibility

What’s inside your data-acquisition system enclosure? If you look inside, will you find a CR6 Automated Monitoring Platform that can unlock flexibility with unmatched reliability for your field research and data collection needs? For these reasons, the CR6 is an ideal choice for researchers and... read more

How to Optimize Your Data Acquisition

Author: Michael Adams | Last Updated: 07/02/2024 | Comments: 0

how to optimize your data acquisition

Think of yourself as a chef in a high-end restaurant, crafting a delicate soufflé. Just as precise temperature control in your oven is crucial to achieving the perfect rise and texture, accurate temperature measurement is vital in scientific and industrial applications. But what if your... read more

How to Enhance Your Data-Acquisition Capabilities

Author: Michael Adams | Last Updated: 06/18/2024 | Comments: 0

how to enhance your data-acquisition capabilities

Imagine upgrading your car with the latest technology—all without needing to purchase a brand-new vehicle! At Campbell Scientific, we’re doing just that for data acquisition. Our innovative controller area network peripheral interface (CPI) protocol is like a high-tech upgrade for your automated monitoring platform, enhancing... read more

How to Achieve Unmatched Vibrating Wire Speeds

Author: Michael Adams | Last Updated: 06/04/2024 | Comments: 0

how to achieve unmatched vibrating wire speeds

In today's fast-paced world, accurate and rapid data acquisition is crucial. You can meet this critical need by capturing your data at unprecedented speeds of up to 200 times per second. I’ll explain how in this blog article. Pioneering Data Acquisition I’m excited to say that,... read more

Putting People First: Crafting Cost-Effective Solutions with Campbell Scientific

Author: Michael Adams | Last Updated: 05/07/2024 | Comments: 0

putting people first: crafting cost-effective solutions with campbell scientific

Who doesn’t want an infrastructure solution that has a low cost of ownership through flexibility and expandability? This aspect is crucial in every decision we make, as it directly impacts the value we bring to our customers. At Campbell Scientific, our guiding principles revolve around putting... read more

A Deeper Look: Our Role in the Hole

Author: Michael Adams | Last Updated: 04/23/2024 | Comments: 0

a deeper look: our role in the hole

Have you read the South Dakota: Rock Stability in Large Underground Excavation case study? It’s a short and interesting read, so check it out if you haven’t already. In this blog article, we’ll take a deeper look at Campbell Scientific’s role in a large-cavern, hard-rock... read more

A Closer Look: Resolving Dam Data Discrepancies

Author: Eric Schmidt | Last Updated: 03/05/2024 | Comments: 0

a closer look: resolving dam data discrepancies

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... read more

Why Is the CR6 the Preferred Automated Monitoring Platform for Geotechnical Applications Worldwide?

Author: Michael Adams | Last Updated: 01/08/2024 | Comments: 0

why is the cr6 the preferred automated monitoring platform for geotechnical applications worldwide?

If you’re not using a CR6 Automated Monitoring Platform for your geotechnical application, you may be missing out on some key benefits that could help ensure the success of your instrumentation and monitoring network. Based on my 30 years of experience with data-acquisition systems, I’ll... read more

How to Get Accurate Vibrating Wire Measurements with Long Cable Lengths

Author: Nathanael Wright | Last Updated: 10/17/2023 | Comments: 0

how to get accurate vibrating wire measurements with long cable lengths

Typically, when you use long cable lengths for your vibrating wire measurements, you experience a weaker signal with a greater chance of interference. So, how do you overcome this challenge and improve your measurement quality? Keep reading to find out. At Campbell Scientific, our vibrating wire... read more

5 Things a VWAnalyzer Can Do for You

Author: Jacqalyn Maughan | Last Updated: 08/29/2023 | Comments: 0

5 things a vwanalyzer can do for you

You may not realize just how helpful our handheld instrumentation can be—especially when it makes it easy for you to test your vibrating wire sensors, saving you time and money if a failed sensor is identified prior to installation. Let’s dive deeper into the five... read more

Get the Most out of VSPECT®

Author: Jacqalyn Maughan | Last Updated: 08/22/2023 | Comments: 3

get the most out of vspect<sup>®</sup>

Understanding the benefits of VSPECT® will help ensure you are maximizing your benefits when using this technology. In this article, we’ll explore this topic to provide you with a better measurement experience. Why do Campbell Scientific monitoring platforms give me extra vibrating wire data? Have you ever... read more

Use VSPECT® to Verify: Bad Sensors or Bad Data?

Author: Jacqalyn Maughan | Last Updated: 04/06/2023 | Comments: 0

use vspect<sup>®</sup> to verify: bad sensors or bad data?

Have you ever thought your bad vibrating wire sensor measurements were caused by erratic or erroneous data? You may be surprised to learn that data issues may not be the cause. If you are using a data-acquisition system other than one of the Campbell Scientific... read more

Troubleshooting Vibrating Wire Piezometers

Author: Nathanael Wright | Last Updated: 03/28/2023 | Comments: 0

troubleshooting vibrating wire piezometers

Campbell Scientific vibrating wire measurement hardware, with our patented VSPECT® technology, offers a distinct advantage over all other vibrating wire measurement systems. Unlike non-Campbell Scientific vibrating wire interfaces that use pulse counting to derive vibrating wire frequency, Campbell Scientific's VSPECT vibrating wire measurement products use spectral... read more

How to Obtain Vibrating Wire Measurements in Environments with High Electromagnetic Noise

Author: Timothy Jeppsen | Last Updated: 10/07/2020 | Comments: 0

how to obtain vibrating wire measurements in environments with high electromagnetic noise

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... read more

How to Fill the Road-Weather Information Gaps

Author: John Markham | Last Updated: 08/13/2019 | Comments: 0

how to fill the road-weather information gaps

Although there have been vast improvements in our ability to gather and use road-weather data, there are still, unfortunately, significant information gaps we must fill. In this blog article, we’ll look at the issues that hinder our current data acquisition and a solution for obtaining... read more

Why Should You Use a Vibrating Wire Data Logger?

Author: Robin Deissinger | Last Updated: 02/14/2018 | Comments: 0

why should you use a vibrating wire data logger?

In this short interview, Josh Brown, Market Product Manager of the Infrastructure Group, shares some of the benefits of using a vibrating wire data logger, such as the CRVW3 3-Channel Vibrating Wire Datalogger. Josh was interviewed by Robin Deissinger, the blog editor. Interview Q&A What is... read more

Why Measurements on the Edge Require Careful Planning

Author: Shaun Dustin | Last Updated: 05/11/2016 | Comments: 1

why measurements on the edge require careful planning

I have worked with Boy Scouts for the past 18 years. When I need to talk to boys about taking risks, I share a story about three young men who were competing for a job to deliver goods over a mountain pass with hairpin turns... read more