Sensor Wiring & Connection Problems: SOLVED!
Many problems encountered when using sensors such as Jewell’s products are often a result of the way the sensors are connected. The wiring and connections of each product and model…
4 New Year’s Resolutions for Growth & Improvement
Here at Jewell Instruments, we have been creating high-quality, precision sensors for over 60 years. But that doesn’t mean we sit back and rest on our laurels. As we enter…
Jewell Instruments Acquires DGH Corporation
Jewell Instruments, LLC (Manchester, NH) is pleased to announce that it has acquired DGH Corporation (Hooksett, NH). Relocation to Jewell’s headquarters in Manchester will occur over the next 90 days and…
How Unmanned Subsea Vehicles Use Electronic Compasses to Navigate
Whether you’re on a military mission, flying an airplane, or driving to your friend’s house, odds are you’ve used GPS. GPS has many uses, but not for underwater vehicles. For…
3 Factors That Influence Electronic Compass Accuracy
Military, marine navigation, unmanned vehicles, and more depend on the accuracy of an electronic compass. There are several factors that can greatly influence how a compass takes its readings. Here…
2 Magnetic Conditions That Impact Electronic Compasses
When harnessing the accuracy of an electronic compass, a number of factors, including magnetic conditions, can greatly impact performance. Here are two examples of these conditions and how to fix…
3 Questions That Determine the Correct Sensor Seal Rating
Whether precision measurements need to be taken in extreme temperatures, areas with vibration, noise, or even underwater, there is a sensor that is built for it. Many applications expose sensors to dust or moisture, but…
How to Reduce Noise Interference in Sensor Readings
Precision inertial sensors are so sensitive that even noise waves can be detected as vibration. For many applications, noise is inevitable, but noise interference in the sensor’s readings is unacceptable.…
4 Examples of What Electronic Compasses are Used For
An electronic compass is a combination of a magnetometer, tilt sensors and optional accelerometers and gyros that provide orientation and measurement within a growing number of applications. If you’re wondering…
Introducing New Electronic Compasses – the eCompass Series
Jewell Instruments is proud to introduce the eCompass series, a product family of precision electronic compasses for the unmanned vehicle and marine industries. eCompass Capabilities The eCompass series includes four different…
