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# Industrial Specification: Sensor Array (e.g., photoelectric sensors)

## 1. Technical Definition
A group of sensors, typically photoelectric, arranged to detect objects, positions, or conditions on conveyor infeed/outfeed sections.

## 2. Engineering Reasoning & Causal Matrix
> **Operational Intelligence**: Designed for **0.5-100 lux illumination detection, 0.1-30 m sensing distance, -25°C to +70°C ambient temperature**. Failure boundary: **Photodiode quantum efficiency drops below 0.3 at &lt;0.05 lux or &gt;150,000 lux, lens contamination reduces transmittance below 0.6, LED output degrades below 50% of initial intensity**, Mechanism: **Photoelectric effect threshold violation (photon energy &lt;1.24 eV at 1000 nm wavelength), Fresnel reflection losses exceeding 4% per surface, semiconductor junction thermal runaway at &gt;125°C**.

### 2.1 Analytical Physics Model
Governed by the **Combined Measurement Uncertainty**:

> **Primary Equation**: $u_c = \sqrt{\sum u_i^2}$  
> **Engineering Impact**: Defines the precision confidence interval for inspection.

| Symbol | Variable Definition | Localized Reference |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| u_i | Standard Uncertainty components | Engineering Constant |

### 2.2 FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)
| Event Trigger | Severity | Failure Mode | Mitigation Strategy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Ambient light interference exceeding 10,000 lux direct exposure | 8 | Photodiode saturation causing false-negative detection | Narrowband optical filters with 850 nm center wavelength ±5 nm bandwidth, modulated LED emission at 5 kHz |
| Condensation forming 0.1 mm water film on lens surface | 8 | Total internal reflection loss of 15 dB signal attenuation | Hydrophobic nanocoatings with contact angle &gt;110°, integrated Peltier heaters maintaining lens 5°C above dew point |

## 3. Key Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Status |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| spec | Config-dependent | mm | Verified |

## 4. System BOM & Knowledge Routing
### Core Components (Recursive Links)
- [Emitter](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/computer-electronic-and-optical-product-manufacturing/product/emitter.md) `(Standalone System)`
- [Receiver](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/machinery-and-equipment-manufacturing/product/receiver.md) `(Standalone System)`

### Industrial DNA Context (De-duplicated)
**Complementary Dependencies**: **Conveyor System**, **Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)**, **Industrial Power Supply Unit**  
**Downstream Applications**: Automated Assembly Lines, Packaging Machinery, Material Handling Systems  

## 5. Engineering Risks & FAQ
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 

### Q: What is the typical detection range for this sensor array?
**A**: Detection range varies by configuration, but standard photoelectric sensors in this array typically detect objects from 0.1 to 20 meters, depending on emitter power and environmental conditions.

### Q: Can this sensor array withstand harsh industrial environments?
**A**: Yes, the ABS plastic housing and stainless steel components provide durability against impacts, while the polycarbonate lens offers resistance to chemicals and abrasion common in machinery manufacturing settings.

### Q: How is the sensor array installed on conveyor systems?
**A**: The array includes mounting brackets for easy installation on conveyor frames. Connection cables allow quick wiring to control systems, with typical setup involving aligning emitter and receiver pairs across the conveyor path.

## 6. Manufacturing Compliance

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### 🌐 Knowledge Graph Topology
> **Node Status**: Verified Engineering Spec
> **Connectivity**: Linked to **5** standalone system nodes
> **Global Context**: Part of a 5,814 node industrial cluster within the CNFX Graph

> **Reference ID**: SENSOR_ARRAY_E_G_PHOTOELECTRIC_SENSORS | **Authority**: CNFX-2026-ST-001 | **Fingerprint**: 8c31f8d9
