Internal laser sensor provides pneumatic precision

Aventics' Erl Campbell demonstrates precise pneumatic control achieved through a laser sensor, internal to the cylinder, that constantly monitors cylinder and corrects position.

Matt Reynolds
Nov 15, 2016
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