Design and Implementation of Wireless Module Based on ZiGBee for Applications in Machine Tools

This paper presents a concept of a wireless measuring system based on ZigBee modules, and the stages in its implementation. The distinctive feature of the built measuring systems is their high resistance to environmental conditions. To a large extent this was achieved through the use of induction charging. The effectiveness of this solution was determined by comparing it with conventional charging. The measuring modules built in accordance with this concept were tested in the work space of a machine tool during milling. Special attention was paid to the amount of power consumed by the tested modules during different modes of their operation. The response time of the modules during their operation in the work space of the working machine tool and in the case when the modules were completely immersed in water was tested. By comparing the measured response times the effect of the above factors on the correctness of operation of the measuring system was determined.