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Japanese Ministry of Health Labour & Welfare Approves Acoustic Monitoring Technology from Masimo

Masimo revealed that the Japanese Ministry for Health Labour and Welfare has given approval for the Rad-87 Pulse CO-Oximeter. The Rad-87 Pulse CO-Oximeter makes use of the rainbow acoustic monitoring technology designed by Masimo.

From Masimo Corporation 12 Oct 2011

Imec Fabricates Poly-SiGe Piezoresistive Pressure Sensor above Cu-Backend CMOS

Imec, a nanoelectronics research company, has developed a CMOS integrated polycrystalline SiGe piezoresistive pressure sensor.

From imec Inc. 12 Oct 2011

Viimagic to Introduce its 922x HDTV Sensor Series at Vision 2011 Stuttgart

German company Viimagic will be launching its HDTV sensor series of 922x at the Vision 2011 exhibition to be held in Stuttgart from 8 to 11 November, 2011.

By Andy Choi 12 Oct 2011

Authentec Includes Fingerprint Recognition to VPN Client Security System for Android Smartphones

Authentec, which specialises in providing fingerprint sensors, and software for identity management has launched a VPN security solution that includes fingerprint recognition for Android tablets and smartphones called the QuickSec Mobile VPN Client 2.0.

By Andy Choi 12 Oct 2011

QuickMedical Launches New Cholesterol Monitoring Device for Home Use

QuickMedical has introduced a new device to check cholesterol at homes called the CardioCheck. The device is an analyser that can be held by hand to test the lipid levels.

From QuickMedical 12 Oct 2011

PV Labs to Commercialize MDA’s Ice Detection Sensor Technology

A developer of advanced vision-based IT solutions PV Labs, headquartered in Hamilton, Ontario, with a focus on image analytics and acquisition has declared that the company has received a licensing agreement assignment from Trivaris and MDA (MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates) to market the Ice Detection Sensor Technology developed by MDA.

By Andy Choi 11 Oct 2011

Scripps Institute of Oceanography Awarded Grant to Develop Advanced Seismic Systems

The National Science Foundation has awarded the Scripps Institute of Oceanography a grant worth $1.02 million for developing an advanced seismic system.

By Andy Choi 11 Oct 2011

International Astronautical Federation Honors US Air Force for GPS Program

At the recently held International Astronautical Federation’s (IAF) 60th Anniversary function held in South Africa’s Cape Town, Raytheon and industry partners congratulated the United States Air Force (USAF) for being honored with the IAF award.

From Raytheon Company 11 Oct 2011

Measurement Specialties Reveals Triaxial Accelerometer with MEMS-Based Sensing Technology

A manufacturer of sensors and systems designed to calculate the ranges of force, pressure, torque, position, vibration, humidity, temperature, photo optics and other physical characteristics using advanced technologies such as MEMS, strain gauges and integrated circuits, Measurement Specialties has announced that manufacture of the Model 4332 triaxial accelerometer has commenced.

From Measurement Specialties 11 Oct 2011

Location Based Technologies Introduces PocketFinder GPS Locator Mobile Apps

Location Based Technologies has declared that the PocketFinder personal GPS locators and vehicle locator applications are now available for mobile users. Users can download the iOS 5-compatible apps exclusively from the Apple App Store for their iPad, iPod and iPhone.

By Andy Choi 11 Oct 2011

University of Freiburg Researchers Develop Biohybrid Microsensor

University of Freiburg researchers have successfully aligned nanopores onto a small microchip. They have utilized the novel development as an actual sensor to accurately measure the mass of chain-like molecules such as polymers.

By Andy Choi 11 Oct 2011

Flexpoint Collaborates with Victor to Develop Custom Sensors

Flexpoint Sensor Systems and Victor located in Verona, Italy have entered into a joint venture and have signed a marketing agreement for the manufacture and commercialization of products using Bend Sensor technology for Europe’s truck, marine and auto industry.

From Flexpoint Sensor Systems, Inc. 11 Oct 2011

Research and Markets Releases Report on Continuous Glucose Monitors

Research and Markets has included a report detailing the advancing technology of continuous glucose monitors and their related opportunities to its catalogue.

By Andy Choi 11 Oct 2011

New Kind of Sensor Provides Snapshot of Mankind’s Impact on Environment

Just how dusty is that room? Researchers at the Ohio State University have uncovered 63 different particles of dust in one room. The 63 unique dust particles were discovered when chemists were testing a new kind of sensor.

By Andy Choi 9 Oct 2011

GE and Western Power Distribution Collaborate on Low Carbon Energy Grids

GE and the UK-based electricity network distribution operator Western Power Distribution (WPD) have joined forces to measure demand and voltage data across southwest England and South Wales. This will then be used as a template for utilities that are working to build lower carbon energy grids.

By Andy Choi 9 Oct 2011