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New Sophisticated Bird-Tracking System Uses STMicroelectronics’ MEMS Sensing Technology

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and the world’s top manufacturer of MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems)1 , and the University of Amsterdam (UvA) Faculty of Science have announced that a sophisticated bird-tracking system developed by the university is using advanced MEMS sensing technology from ST.

From STMicroelectronics 8 Feb 2013

Integrated Electronics Technology to Distribute Vishay Foil Resistors in India

Vishay Precision Group, Inc. today announced that Integrated Electronics Technology P. Ltd. (INTRON), an India-based manufacturer and distributor of resistors, is distributing the complete Vishay Foil Resistors brand (VFR) product portfolio throughout the country.

From Vishay Precision Group, Inc. 7 Feb 2013

Freescale Xtrinsic eCompass Software Wins Electronic Products’ Product of the Year Award

Freescale Semiconductor has been awarded an Electronic Products’ Product of the Year award for its Freescale Xtrinsic eCompass software, which fuses data from Freescale Xtrinsic accelerometers and magnetometers to implement a highly accurate tilt-compensated electronic compass with full hard and soft iron calibration of magnetic disturbance.

From NXP Semiconductors 7 Feb 2013

Vishay Introduces Axial Cemented Wirewound Resistors Designed for High Voltage Surges

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. today introduced a new series of axial cemented wirewound resistors that are the industry's first to offer a customized high-voltage surge withstanding capability up to 12 kV.

From Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. 31 Jan 2013

New FCI Software May Help Determine Optimal Placement of Fault Circuit Sensing Devices

GRIDiant Corporation, a leading providing of Advanced Grid Management (AGM) software applications for electric utilities, and Baltimore Gas and Electric, Maryland's largest gas and electric utility, today announced a joint technology agreement to commercialize a new software application that could improve the reliability of smart grid and lower distribution line crew costs for utilities.

24 Jan 2013

Adams Magnetic Products Offers Vacuumschmelze Current Sensors

Vacuumschmelze (VAC) current sensors have set the industry standard for quality and accuracy. Although Adams Magnetic Products has stocked VAC nanocrystalline cores since 2010, they have just expanded their offering to include VAC current sensors, and can now fill customer orders from stock held in Elmhurst, IL.

17 Jan 2013

Cropico DO4000 Digital Milliohmmeters Provide Accurate Rail Resistance Measurement

Accurate low resistance measurement and improved quality control during rail track maintenance programmes is provided by the Cropico DO4000 range of high performance, digital milliohmmeters.

11 Jan 2013

SII Introduces S-19100 Series Voltage Detectors for Automotive Applications

Seiko Instruments Inc. (SII) announced on December 18 availability of the "S-19100" series voltage detectors rated for operation up to 125 degrees C. The new voltage detectors are certified to meet or exceed requirements of the AEC-Q100 automotive qualification standard.

18 Dec 2012

IUS Technologies Introduces Remote Voltage Sensors in the US

Newly launched, Alpharetta-based IUS Technologies, a subsidiary of the $1B Vitzro Group out of Seoul, Korea, plans to revolutionize the American utility market by delivering highly efficient and accurate distribution automation technology.

12 Dec 2012

New Report Estimates Reliability and Longevity of Pulse Electronics’ Sidewinder Current Sensor

Pulse Electronics Corporation, a leading provider of electronic components, announces the publication of a new test report demonstrating the reliability and longevity of its Sidewinder® AC current sensing technology.

1 Dec 2012

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