Andy Choi

Articles from Andy

QinetiQ Develops Alcohol Detection Sensors for Habitual Drunk Drivers

Future technology may put the brakes on drunk drivers and save many lives if researchers at QinetiQ North America, Waltham, Massachusetts have their way. They are developing a system that will prevent a car from starting if the driver's blood alcohol level is higher than the legal limit.

31 Jan 2011

On Semiconductor Acquires Cypress Semiconductor Image Sensor Business

The latest amongst the long list of semiconductor acquisitions that ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ONNN) has made, is Cypress Semiconductor's (Nasdaq:CY) image sensor business unit for approximately $31.4 million. The all-cash deal is expected to close by the end of the first quarter, subject to customary closing conditions.

31 Jan 2011

Kinect Sensor Exceeds Microsoft's Expectations

The company said that its $19.95 billion in revenue and $0.77 per share were driven mainly by the 55 percent growth in the Entertainment & Devices Division. Microsoft credits the Kinect sensor for the upsurge in Xbox 360 console and game sales as well as Xbox Live subscriptions.

31 Jan 2011

Sensors Help Blind Driver Avoid Dynamic Obstacles Around Daytona

It was for the first time ever on Saturday, January 29, 2011, that a blind man took the wheel of a specially designed Ford Escape and drove solo around the Daytona International Speedway.

31 Jan 2011

Toyota Recalls 1.7 Million Cars Worldwide Due to Fuel Sensors

Toyota Canada, which was trying to recover from dents to its longstanding reputation for quality and durability, took another hit Wednesday when the company sent notices to owners of 11,700 Lexus luxury cars about possible fuel leaks.

27 Jan 2011

NFL Tackles Head Injuries With Sensors

This year, the NFL has been on a crusade against concussions. From the ban on head hits to the recent launch of a new website, www.nflhealthandsafety.com, the organization is doing its part to keep players safe, during their time on the field and long after.

24 Jan 2011

Siemens Researching Levee / Dyke Monitoring Technology

There are 136 coastal cities worldwide, with populations of over one million that rely on the protection of dikes and levees. The pressure on these protective barriers is mounting because the climate change tends to cause the sea level to rise, and gives us good reason to expect more frequent storms.

18 Jan 2011