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Off-Axis Parabolic Mirrors Assist Accurate 3D Flight Tracking

Optical Surfaces Ltd has been selected by the Optical Engineering Group at the University of Warwick (UK) School of Engineering to supply key focusing optics to enable accurate 3D tracking and analysis of mosquito flight behaviour.

From Optical Surfaces Limited 3 Mar 2021

NRG Systems Opens North America’s Service & Support Center for ZX Lidars

NRG Systems, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of smart technologies for a range of wind, solar, and meteorological applications, announced today the opening of North America’s ZX Lidars service and support center at its headquarters in Vermont, USA. NRG Systems introduced the UK-based Lidar OEM’s technology to North America in 2019, expanding distribution of ZX remote sensors to the global wind market through its Value Added Reseller network less than a year later.

From ZX Lidars 3 Mar 2021

Researchers Develop Soft Tactile Sensor that Mimics Human Skin Characteristics

A joint research team co-led by City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has developed a new soft tactile sensor with skin-comparable characteristics. A robotic gripper with the sensor mounted at the fingertip could accomplish challenging tasks such as stably grasping fragile objects and threading a needle. Their research provided new insight into tactile sensor design and could contribute to various applications in the robotics field, such as smart prosthetics and human-robot interaction.

2 Mar 2021

Gas Sensors From MSR-Electronic Protect Diesel Truck Fleet In Ukraine

MSR-Electronic offers reliable sensors, controllers and warning devices for garages, tunnels and loading zones.

From MSR-Electronic GmbH 1 Mar 2021

Heavy Rain Affects LiDAR Sensor’s Effectiveness in Detecting Objects

High level autonomous vehicles (AVs) are promised by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and technology companies to improve road safety as well as bringing economical and societal benefits to us all.

26 Feb 2021

MKS Instruments Announces Ophir® PD300RM-UVA, Irradiance and Dosage Sensor

MKS Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of technologies that enable advanced processes and improve productivity, has announced the Ophir® PD300RM-UVA Irradiance and Dosage Sensor.

From MKS Instruments, Inc. 25 Feb 2021

Kaman Measuring Announces New KD-5100+ High Reliability Sensor System for Fast Steering Mirror Control

The Measuring Division of Kaman Precision Products, Inc., a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance, precision non-contact position measuring systems, announces the KD-5100+, an upgraded higher reliability version of Kaman’s legacy KD-5100 measuring system.

From Kaman Precision Products 24 Feb 2021

Making a Splash: Bosch Launches a Robust Barometric Pressure Sensor

Wearable fitness trackers are rapidly growing in popularity. A barometric pressure sensor enables the wearable to detect changes in the user’s elevation, for example when walking up or down stairs, for calculating the number of calories that the user is burning.

From Bosch Sensortec GmbH 24 Feb 2021

NewTek Hermetically-Sealed LVDTs Serve as OEM Replacements for Steam Turbine Systems; Available for Quick Shipment

NewTek HAR Series of Hermetically-Sealed Linear Position Sensors provide critical position measurement in the monitoring and control of steam turbine valves in power plants. Ideal for power plant rehabilitation programs, these AC-operated LVDTs serve as OEM replacements for legacy applications, offering the same fit, function, and reliability as original units.

From NewTek Sensor Solutions 24 Feb 2021

Saelig Introduces New Torque Sensors With Non-Contact Technology

Saelig Company, Inc. has introduced the Sensor Technology TorqSense SGR510/520 Torque Sensors which use a four-element strain gauge bridge design with non-contact surface acoustic wave (SAW) detection.

From Saelig Company, Inc. 24 Feb 2021

Rice Researchers Develop a Real-Time Sensor System to Detect Airborne COVID-19 Virus

Researchers at Rice University have received funding for up to $1 million to develop a real-time sensor system able to detect minute amounts of the airborne virus that causes COVID-19 infection.

23 Feb 2021

Novel Algorithm can Help Turn Several Devices into Full-Fledged Network of Sensors

Skoltech researchers have designed a software-based algorithm for synchronizing time across smartphones that can be used in practical tasks requiring simultaneous measurements. This algorithm can essentially help turn several devices into a full-fledged network of sensors. The paper was published in the journal Sensors.

23 Feb 2021

Quantum Sensors Provide New Insights into Physical Properties of Antiferromagnetic Material

Physicists from Switzerland, Germany and Ukraine have proposed an innovative new data storage medium. The technique is based on specific properties of antiferromagnetic materials that had previously resisted experimental examination.

23 Feb 2021

Silicone Membrane for Wearable Biosensors can Rapidly Wick Water Away from the Skin

A silicone membrane for wearable devices is more comfortable and breathable thanks to better-sized pores made with the help of citric acid crystals. -

23 Feb 2021

Researchers Find New Way to Enhance the Performance of Electrochemical Micro-Sensors

A team led by researchers at the New York University Tandon School of Engineering have found a new way of enhancing the performance of electrochemical micro-sensors. This discovery could lead to the detection of biomolecules, such as dopamine, at lower concentrations than is possible today. Their findings are described in a paper published in the journal Biosensors and Bioelectronics.

22 Feb 2021

Sensors News

Off-Axis Parabolic Mirrors Assist Accurate 3D Flight Tracking

NRG Systems Opens North America’s Service & Support Center for ZX Lidars

Researchers Develop Soft Tactile Sensor that Mimics Human Skin Characteristics

Gas Sensors From MSR-Electronic Protect Diesel Truck Fleet In Ukraine

Heavy Rain Affects LiDAR Sensor’s Effectiveness in Detecting Objects

MKS Instruments Announces Ophir® PD300RM-UVA, Irradiance and Dosage Sensor

Kaman Measuring Announces New KD-5100+ High Reliability Sensor System for Fast Steering Mirror Control

Making a Splash: Bosch Launches a Robust Barometric Pressure Sensor

NewTek Hermetically-Sealed LVDTs Serve as OEM Replacements for Steam Turbine Systems; Available for Quick Shipment

Saelig Introduces New Torque Sensors With Non-Contact Technology

Rice Researchers Develop a Real-Time Sensor System to Detect Airborne COVID-19 Virus

Novel Algorithm can Help Turn Several Devices into Full-Fledged Network of Sensors

Quantum Sensors Provide New Insights into Physical Properties of Antiferromagnetic Material

Silicone Membrane for Wearable Biosensors can Rapidly Wick Water Away from the Skin

Researchers Find New Way to Enhance the Performance of Electrochemical Micro-Sensors

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