In this animated object, learners read about hydrostatic pressure and observe how it is used to measure the level of a material in a container.

Learners view an animation of a counterbalance valve in operation and examine the valve’s internal structure.

Learners answer questions about nonferrous metals and alloys using a game show format. Immediate feedback is provided.

Learners examine the information on a title block and answer questions about that information in an interactive quiz.

Learners study the method of using more than one track and quadrature modes to improve the resolution of an optical encoder. A brief quiz completes the activity.

In this animated object, learners examine the two types of optical encoders used in automation applications: incremental and absolute. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners examine the internal components of an optical encoder used in automated manufacturing applications. A brief quiz completes the animated activity.

Learners observe how an optical pyrometer is used to take temperature measurements without making physical contact with the object being measured.

This animated lesson shows how a photoelectric sensor, connected to a ladder circuit, causes the cylinder of a hydraulic circuit to extend and retract.