Product familyROBO-SMART portable unit for structural bearings: an integrated, self-powered acquisition device for on-site measurement and evaluation of bearings equipped with ROBO-SMART sensors.
Key features- On-site evaluation of bearings fitted with ROBO-SMART load cells and movement sensors
- Measures up to two bearings simultaneously; expandable to additional bearings
- On-board data analysis without external power or mandatory web transfer
- Data export via USB to laptop and visualization using a desktop application
PrincipleThe ROBO-SMART portable acquisition unit connects directly to sensors integrated in the bearing (load cells and displacement/rotation sensors). Battery-powered and compact, the unit acquires and stores measurement data on site and provides immediate analysis. Data can be exported via USB to a laptop for detailed visualization and reporting. Sensors can be factory-integrated or retrofitted on site, and the unit supports flexible connection schemes to monitor multiple bearings as required.
ApplicationsDesigned for structural bearings across the manufacturer's range, the portable system enables targeted structural health monitoring to optimise life-cycle costs. Typical uses include measuring load distribution during heavy transports, monitoring conditions during bridge refurbishment, and collecting peak load and movement data to inform replacement or upgrade design of bearings and expansion joints.
Documents availableProduct brochure (PDF).
Technical specifications- Integrated, self-powered portable acquisition unit
- Compatible with ROBO-SMART load cells and movement sensors integrated in bearings
- USB data transfer to laptop and presentation via desktop application
- On-site data analysis without requirement for external power or web-based transfer
- Capable of measuring up to two bearings simultaneously; connectable to further bearings
- Suitable for factory integration or on-site retrofit installation
- Supports life-cycle cost optimisation and design decisions based on measured loads and movements