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The 42964 is a textbook (Fundamentals of Automated Field Instrumentation) written to serve as a practitioner's guide and reference for automated monitoring. This textbook pragmatically guides readers through core concepts and best practices in automated monitoring systems, including a deep exploration of Campbell Scientific monitoring data-acquisition equipment.
Use this textbook to better understand topics such as electrical signals, protocols, and the deployment of sensors across civil, environmental, and meteorological applications. Crafted to be a technical guide for seasoned professionals in the instrumentation field or a foundational reference for newcomers to remote monitoring, it is poised to remain a valuable resource for years to come.
Whether you're a new engineer exploring automated data-acquisition systems or a seasoned practitioner in search of a valuable reference, this textbook caters to individuals at all skill levels and can serve as your resource for mastering the intricacies of automated instrumentation.
Covered topics include the following:
- Learn the Monitoring Industry – Familiarize yourself with a diverse array of sensors and measurement technologies provided by leading instrumentation manufacturers, such as Campbell Scientific, Durham Geo Slope Indicator (DGSI), GEOKON, Measurand, Roctest, RST Instruments, and others.
- CRBasic Programming and Campbell Scientific Dataloggers – With a strong emphasis on CRBasic programming and Campbell Scientific dataloggers, the book offers you practical CRBasic program examples extracted from calibration sheets of some of the industry's most widely used sensors.
- Measured Parameters – Review a comprehensive examination of commonly measured parameters and the prevailing technologies employed for their measurement.
- Step-by-Step System Design – Design and enhance any installation with detailed steps to plan and implement an automated monitoring system.
- Practical Insights – Gain valuable insights from the author's extensive experience working on projects worldwide and collaborating with a diverse range of instrumentation manufacturers.
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About the Author
Brent P. Randall is a licensed Civil Engineer with bachelor's and master's degrees from Utah State University. His career spans geotechnical consulting in the Pacific Northwest and a specialized role in geotechnical instrumentation at Campbell Scientific. He has played a key role in major instrumentation projects worldwide, including the Mosul Dam.
Beyond his technical expertise, Brent is passionate about education and knowledge sharing. Across the globe, he has conducted training sessions and delivered instrumentation lectures. This passion ultimately led him to write this book.
The idea for this project began as a comparison exercise—creating a table of contents alongside Geotechnical Instrumentation for Monitoring Field Performance by John Dunnicliff. However, Brent soon realized that the industry lacked comprehensive documentation on automation in geotechnical instrumentation. Recognizing this gap, he set out to compile the best practices for automated instrumentation to benefit practitioners in the field.
This book was written independently but with encouragement from leading manufacturers in the industry, including Campbell Scientific, Durham Geo Slope Indicator (DGSI), GEOKON, Measurand, Roctest, RST Instruments, and others.
Spécifications
| Pages | 334 |
| Publication Date | 26 December 2023 |
| Dimensions | 28.58 x 22.23 x 2.24 cm (11.25 x 8.75 x 0.88 in.) |
| Weight | 1.04 kg (2.3 lb) |