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Non-contacting angle sensors ensure apple harvester steering synchronisation


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Novotechnik RFC4800 series angle sensors, supplied by Variohm EuroSensor, have been incorporated into an SFM Samurai self-propelled apple harvester to monitor the position of each of its axles


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20 April 2020 | Automation


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