Using ultrasonic sensors to measure liquid level and density in computerized information and measurement systems
Modern industry places strict requirements on continuous monitoring and automation of processes involving liquid media. Precise control of liquid level and density directly affects the safety, efficiency and environmental performance of production. Therefore, the introduction of reliable measuring d...
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| Language: | English |
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Zhytomyr Polytechnic State University
2025-07-01
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| Series: | Технічна інженерія |
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| Online Access: | https://ten.ztu.edu.ua/article/view/335314 |
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| Summary: | Modern industry places strict requirements on continuous monitoring and automation of processes involving liquid media. Precise control of liquid level and density directly affects the safety, efficiency and environmental performance of production. Therefore, the introduction of reliable measuring devices capable of operating in real time and withstanding difficult operating conditions is of strategic importance for various industries, from the petrochemical to the pharmaceutical and food industries.
This issue is of particular importance in the context of the development of the Internet of Things (IoT), when data from hundreds and thousands of level and density sensors must be promptly collected and analyzed in centralized or cloud-based control systems. Reliable ultrasonic level and density sensors that do not require direct contact with the environment allow for safe and accurate control even in sealed containers or aggressive environments. This opens up new opportunities for the design of computerized information and measurement systems that can signal deviations from the norm in a timely manner and automatically adjust process parameters. That is why research and improvement of ultrasonic level and density measurement methods is an urgent task that contributes to increasing the safety, productivity and efficiency of industrial enterprises.
The main advantage of ultrasonic level meters is non-contact measurement, which ensures safety and reliability when working with aggressive or hazardous liquids, the absence of moving parts and minimal maintenance. They have sufficient accuracy and range for most tasks. The limitations of ultrasonic methods include the dependence on the sound propagation medium, as well as somewhat lower accuracy compared to other high-precision methods. The practical significance of ultrasonic sensors is to increase automation and production safety. |
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| ISSN: | 2706-5847 2707-9619 |