Sensor Applications

Controlink Systems, LLC has integrated instrumentation (piezoelectric crystals, acoustic emission sensors, accelerometers, temperature sensors, strain gages, capacitence probes, encoders, conductivity, pH, etc.) into many different types of machining and grinding systems.

We collect the information in "real-time" and can assess overall process quality during the cut. We have designed systems to measure cutting forces (orthogonal components and torque/thrust) and to assess cutting tool and cutting fluids quality and performance.

Controlink Systems, LLC has also provided engineering leadership to instrument several grinding machines at the Machining and Inspection Research User Center at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The instrumented grinding machines are used by researchers around the country to conduct ceramic grinding research.

Integrating instrumentation into different machining systems can be tricky business. The machining environment is, by its nature, quite hazardous with many sharp edges and splashing fluids. Our experience with instrumentation and machining helps to overcome these difficulties.

Controlink Systems, LLC, 24545 Lela Drive, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025. Tel: 812-637-6800; Fax: 812-637-6801.