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BI TAD Alcohol Monitoring Device Upgraded with Cellular Capabilities

The GEO Group’s wholly-owned subsidiary, BI has announced the availability of an upgraded version of BI TAD, an ankle-worn alcohol consumption monitoring bracelet equipped with cellular capabilities.

1 Oct 2011

RF Monolithics Introduces Cost-Effective 2.4 GHz Frequency Hopping Module

A wireless connection provider headquartered in Dallas, Texas, RF Monolithics introduced the DNT24 module at the ESC Boston held in the Hynes Convention Center recently.

29 Sep 2011

Azoteq Reveals IQS243 Capacitive Touch and Proximity Sensor

A proximity and touch sensor solutions provider for sliders, scroll wheels, switches and touch screens, Azoteq has expanded its ProxSense range of capacitive touch and proximity controllers with the addition of IQS243.

29 Sep 2011

AeroVironment Receives Order for Digital Unmanned Aircraft Systems

A technology solutions provider for advanced electric transportations systems, AeroVironment has announced that the US Air Force has placed an order worth $6,874,175.

29 Sep 2011

Ben Heck Devises Bicycle Safety Sensor

Ben Heck along with element14 brings to you a cycling safety ‘mod’. The collaborative community and electronics store for design engineers has come up with an electronic device that alerts bicyclists if they are riding too close to cars or objects.

28 Sep 2011

GPS OCX from Raytheon Completes Initial Design Review Successfully

Raytheon has announced the successful completion of the initial design review for the Global Positioning System Next Generation Operational Control System (GPS OCX), which is key to deciding the development approach of the program, delivery schedule and cost factors.

From Raytheon Company 28 Sep 2011

Zeal Optics Introduces Z3 GPS Goggles with Data Capture Feature

At the recently held Vision Expo West 2011, the Colorado-based Zeal Optics revealed the GPS-enabled goggles collection, the Z3 GPS Goggles. The goggles boast of additional features such as data-capture and provide enhanced comfort.

26 Sep 2011

Balluff Introduces BIP Inductive Position Sensors for Linear Motion Applications

A sensor and systems manufacturer, Balluff has developed a BIP linear inductive position sensor. For position monitoring, the sensor features an absolute measuring principle whereby it can be used in applications such as clamping devices and drive spindles.

From Balluff GmbH 26 Sep 2011

GTC Ships GPS-enabled Shoes for Monitoring Alzheimer’s Patients to Aetrex

A GPS-based Personal Location Services provider, GTC has announced that that the GPS Shoe device has received the FCC certification. The first 3000 units of the FCC certified GPS Shoe has been shipped to Aetrex Worldwide.

23 Sep 2011

Delta Cargo Launches GPS-based Shipment Tracking Service

Delta Air Lines headquartered in Atlanta, has announced the launch of a cargo tracking service. The new service allows its customer to track its time-sensitive and high value shipments with GPS monitoring devices.

23 Sep 2011