Blair owned one of the largest independent electro-optic suppliers in Europe. He has now started BBN International to address the re-emerging fibre-optic markets of datacom, telecom, aerospace and sensors. An Electronic Engineer, Blair developed marine satellite communication and medical image analysis systems going on to develop a software business. BBN International is based in rural Shropshire and is committed to changing the way companies do business to the benefit of the environment. Developed in close collaboration with Airbus, the new Fibre Optic Strain Gauge Kit is designed for the quick fixing of fibre sensors directly to surfaces.
Abstract
Developed in close collaboration with Airbus, the new Fibre Optic Strain Gauge Kit is designed for the quick fixing of fibre sensors directly to surfaces.
Press Release
The Strain Gauge Installation Kit allows fast, easy and reproducible installation of fibre optic Strain Gauges (SG-01) to various surfaces. With a patented method, optical gauge installation uses a specially designed mounting tool - the Sensor Pad. After installation, the pad is removed eliminating interference with the strain measurement. This also means that the pad can be reused for the installation of other sensors.
The adhesive is UV-curable, which makes installation fast and easy. Curing of the adhesive happens in two steps: (1) a fast pre-cure (typically 30s) through the sensor pad and (2) a longer final cure after removal of the sensor pad to fully cure the adhesive (typically 5 to 10mins).
For more information, visit our web site here: www.bbnint.co.uk/passive_devices/sensors.asp
Background
BBN International Limited was formed in 2005 as a specialist supplier of high performance, quality fibre-optic instruments, components and consumables to the British Isles datacom, telecom, aerospace and sensor markets. As a privately owned company, it selects suppliers, technology and products independently.
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More information can be obtained by contacting BBN International directly on 0845 3655061 or visiting the web site at www.bbnint.co.uk.