True airspeed (TAS) is the speed of an aircraft relative to the air mass it is flying through. It is the number that matters for navigation, performance modeling, and aerodynamic analysis. It is also not what a pitot-static system measures directly. What the pitot-static system measures is a pressure difference. Getting from that pressure difference…
Dynamic pressure is measured as the difference between total pressure and static pressure, using a probe in the flow, a differential pressure sensor, and a data acquisition system that logs the result along with air temperature. Everything else in a vehicle wind tunnel test, from the speed setting to drag and downforce coefficients, depends on…
An RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector) measures temperature by detecting changes in electrical resistance. Learn how RTDs work and when to use one vs. a thermocouple.
In an exciting new partnership, K-Tec Systems has teamed up with Surrey Sensors, a leading provider of advanced aerodynamic measurement technology based in the UK. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in providing highly accurate measurements for complex velocity, pressure, and temperature flow environments. By combining K-Tec’s expertise in thermocouples with Surrey Sensors’ state-of-the-art…
In an exciting collaboration between the education world and the manufacturing industry, students from Oakland Community College recently visited K-Tec Systems to gain hands-on experience and insights into the world of precision measurement. The visit provided an in-depth look at K-Tec Systems’ advanced thermocouple solutions, offering students a unique opportunity to explore the applications of…
At K-Tec Systems, we are dedicated to improving your production efficiency and ensuring the highest quality standards. Our Premosys product range is designed to elevate your production process with advanced technology that guarantees consistent quality, reliability, and precision. One of the Premosys standout products is GranuTrack, a solution specifically engineered for precise color monitoring in…
Thanks to the support of the Going PRO Talent Fund, K-Tec Systems was recently able to offer valuable development training to its entire manufacturing team. Professional trainers from Oakland Community College provided hands-on classes covering topics such as Electrical Wiring and Schematics, Panel Building, OHSA, and Industrial Safety. This opportunity has helped enhance the technical…
Choosing the right thermocouple for your testing or manufacturing process is essential to collecting accurate data and ensuring product quality and consistency.
Measuring aerodynamics in a wind tunnel: Probes are selected to withstand high flow velocities, variable flow angles and high temps.
Thermocouples are designed for different operating conditions and choosing the right thermocouple is vital to collecting accurate temperature data.