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Gas Detectors with Sample Pumps - Should You Use Them?

International Gas Detectors were involved in a discussion on the Gas Detection professionals LinkedIn Group regarding a member’s concern for sample points.

From International Gas Detectors Ltd 22 Sep 2017

Gas Detection System - Simple Installation, Low Cost

West Herts College approached International Gas Detectors (IGD) with a need to track flammable gas leaks in their craft room.

From International Gas Detectors Ltd 18 Sep 2017

The Benefits of Micro-Linear Motors and their Industrial Applications

In this interview, David Lancisi, Director of Engineering Integrated Solutions, Celera Motion and Rob Mastromattei, Solutions Specialist Director, Celera Motion, talk to AZoSensors about how integrating micro-linear motors benefits the medical industry.

From Celera Motion 7 Sep 2017

Bio-Sensing Dipstick Test for E. Coli in Water

The bacterium Escherichia coli, or E. coli, encompasses several hundreds of strains, all of which are often associated with causing both foodborne and waterborne illnesses.

By Benedette Cuffari 12 Sep 2017

What are Silicon Photomultipliers (SiPMs)?

The silicon photomultiplier (SiPM) is a radiation detector with very high sensitivity, extremely low time jitter and high efficiency.

From First Sensor AG 7 Sep 2017

The Importance of Avalanche Photodiode (APD) for LIDAR Applications

Avalanche Photodiodes (APD) are mainly suitable for Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR).

From First Sensor AG 7 Sep 2017

Sensor Technology and the Future of Agriculture

The UNs’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is an international entity with goals involving the complete eradication of hunger and malnutrition, the elimination of poverty, as well as developing a sustainable management and utilization plan in how to preserve the world’s natural resources.

By Benedette Cuffari 7 Sep 2017

The Intersect of Cybersecurity and Smart Cities

Computer viruses were the original cyber threats, however, since the late 2000s, mastermind criminals began to seriously threaten the security of our cyberspace.

By Benedette Cuffari 7 Sep 2017

What are Infrared Temperature Sensors?

Temperature is measured by an infrared intemperature probe by detecting the infrared energy produced by all materials which are at temperatures higher than absolute zero, (0 °K).

From OMEGA Engineering Temperature 24 Aug 2017

An Introduction to Nanosensors

Imagine having to measure the temperature of separate living cells. With a cell being around 0.010 mm (0.00004") in size, the thermocouple wires (if that was the method chosen) will have to be less than a micron in diameter. This is the realm of nanosensors.

From OMEGA Engineering Ltd 24 Aug 2017