This paper presents a brief outline of the use of mathematical modelling techniques in measurement and instrumentation systems and sub-systems. Following an overview of various models, it illustrates some of the recent advances in mathematical modelling of sensors and instrument transducers. This is illustrated in two case studies describing the use of numerical finite element (FE) modelling techniques for CAD and performance modelling of capacitive sensors and torque motor actuators.
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