New Enclosure for the Futek USB220 :)

The Futek External USB Kit - Model USB220 has a new look enclosure.  

The High Resolution/High Speed USB Output Module Casing in the USB220 has changed to a slimmer, sleeker aluminium/stainless steel enclosure.  The upgrade has led to a lower susceptibility to noise and is more suitable device for aerospace and medical applications as it has met CE Criteria A Certification.

External USB Kit USB220 module eliminates the need for an analogue amplifier, power supply, and display equipment. The module is supplied by PC power through a USB Cable, providing excitation voltage for the sensor. The analogue output voltage of the sensor is then digitised and processed by a microprocessor using the integrated high resolution (24 bits) analogue to digital converter (ADC). The on-board USB transceiver (transmitter and receiver) device allows the microprocessor to communicate with the PC by means of the USB link. The USB integration works hand in hand with SENSIT Test and Measurement software, which allows users to monitor the actual output of the sensor in real time.  Simply an amazing product

For further information on the Futek USB220, please contact Metromatics on +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

Application 157 - Robotic Leg Rehabilitation Device

Application Summary

The loss of walking is certainly devastating to an individual. Gait training and rehabilitation are not modern concepts, but through modern technologies, engineers and researchers are working on developing exoskeletons to help rehabilitate a patient at a more accelerated pace. Critical line tension force measurements are gathered during development of motor-assisted exoskeletons to ensure that proper assistance is given at different stages of treatment.

Products in Use

JR S-Beam Load Cell (LSB200) paired with instrumentation (USB220 and IAA Series analog amplifiers).

How it Works

1. The LSB200 JR. S-Beam load cell is mounted inline of the tension wire.
2. The LSB200 load cell will measure tension forces while patient’s legs while walking/moving.
3. Measurement feedback collected from the LSB200 can be used to diagnose the current status of the patient and track future improvements.
4. These measurements can be streamed from the USB220 up to 4,800 samples per second to a PC for data capture and analysis.
5. Or the the load cell outputs can be amplified to a PLC with the IAA Series analog amplifiers.

Futek Application 156 | Robotic Glove Rehabilitation Device

Application Summary

Bionics is now science fact! Researchers, doctors, and engineers are creating ways to help patients speed up rehabilitation by allowing them to perform more tasks on their own. In the application below, the LSB200 load cell is small enough to mount to the cabling a bionic glove, tasked to measure the forces of the simulated tendons on the hand. From the data measured, a patient may obtain a glove tailored to their assistance level.

Products in Use

JR S-Beam Load Cell (LSB200) paired with instrumentation (USB220 and IAA Series analog amplifiers).

How it Works

1. The LSB200 JR. S-Beam load cell is mounted inline of the assistance actuator and tendon wire.
2. The LSB200 load cell will measure forces required to do basic tasks for rehabilitation treatments.
3. Measurement feedback collected from the LSB200 can be used to diagnose the current status of the patient and track future improvements.
4. These measurements can be streamed from the USB220 up to 4,800 samples per second to a PC for data capture and analysis.
5. Or the the load cell outputs can be amplified to a PLC with the IAA Series analog amplifiers.

Futek's All-New USB220

You may be familiar with our USB220: the high speed/high resolution USB output module for strain gauge sensors. If you are, then Futek has some exciting news for you! Futek has redesigned the enclosure.

This redesign not only provides a more robust housing for our USB device, but also improves its specifications. From noise reduction to certification as a CE Criteria A Aerospace and Medical Grade device, the new USB220 has impressive features.

Learn more by watching this video! 

The new USB220 - External USB Kit module eliminates the need for an analogue amplifier, power supply, and display equipment. The module is supplied by PC power through a USB Cable, providing excitation voltage for the sensor.

The easy plug and play gives you the power to monitor the sensor output and enjoy measurement that is less affected by noise, temperature variation and excitation. 

For further information on Futek and its products please contact Metromatics +61 7 3868 4255 or sales@metromatics.com.au

For outside this region please contact our supplier Futek +1 949 465 0900 or ehsan@futek.com