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2- OR 3- Beam Protective Sensors?

Multiple light beam safety devices are used for access guarding at machines and systems. The required arrangement for these protective devices is described in the harmonized standard EN ISO 13855, which replaced the previous version EN 999 in 2010.

From Leuze electronic GmbH Co. KG 1 Oct 2019

Sensonics Proximity Probes Prove Ideal Solution for Monitoring Engine Performance

Among the many performance and monitoring tests required to ensure dependable and durable engine performance across a wide range of power applications is the need to measure relative shaft vibration in dynamometers.

From Sensonics Ltd. 1 Oct 2019

STMicroelectronics to Supply Advanced Silicon-Carbide Power Electronics to Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi for High-Speed Battery Charging in Next-Generation Electric Vehicles

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, has been chosen to supply high-efficiency silicon-carbide (SiC) power electronics by Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi (Alliance) for advanced on-board chargers (OBCs) in its upcoming electric vehicles.

From STMicroelectronics 30 Sep 2019

FAW Teams up with RoboSense on The World’s First Automotive-Grade Solid-State Smart LiDAR Sensor for Serial Production

RoboSense, the pioneering Smart LiDAR Sensor provider, announced a partnership with FAW ("First Automobile Works"), the world's leading automotive OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), and showcased the milestone achievement of last year’s cooperation: the first batch of world’s first solid-state Smart LiDAR Sensor RS-LiDAR-M1 on September 25.

From RoboSense 30 Sep 2019

Researchers from MIT Develop Photovoltaic-powered Sensors for the Internet of Things

Innovative solar-powered RFID sensors from MIT utilize perovskite cells, offering extended lifespan and improved efficiency for various industrial applications.

By Sarah Moore 30 Sep 2019

Study Shows How Microroughness Impacts Optical Performance

Optical Surfaces Ltd. has undertaken a study to determine how microroughness impacts the performance of Aspheric lenses and mirrors.

From Optical Surfaces Limited 30 Sep 2019

FocalSpec’s New Optical Sensors for Inline Inspection

FocalSpec's innovative optical sensors enable fast, precise inline inspection, enhancing manufacturing efficiency with advanced 3D and 2D imaging capabilities.

From LMI Technologies Inc. 30 Sep 2019

New, Low-Cost Soil Moisture Sensor Regulates Agricultural Water Consumption

Researchers from the University of Connecticut (UConn) have developed a soil moisture sensor that is more economical than anything presently available and offers a solution to the universal need to control water consumption in agriculture.

27 Sep 2019

Extremely Sensitive Sensors for Detecting Free Oxygen-Containing Radicals

Highly sensitive sensors for detecting free oxygen-containing radicals have been developed by researchers from Tomsk Polytechnic University in collaboration with partners from the Czech Republic and France. These radicals have the potential to disrupt cell function.

27 Sep 2019

New Multi-DUT Automated Accelerometer Calibration System from MB Dynamics Increases Metrology Center Throughput and Reliability

MB Dynamics, Inc., field-proven industry experts in the design, manufacture and supply of vibration test systems and equipment, including buzz, squeak and rattle, steering, and suspension component test systems; modal exciters and amplifiers; automated calibration systems; dynamic controllers; transducer calibration systems; and test engineering services, today announced the global market launch of its Win475 MULTI-DUT CRASH-CAL automated accelerometer calibration system.

From MB Dynamics, Inc. 27 Sep 2019

The Manufacture of 3D Sensing Cameras by LG for the iPad Pro 2020

The potential integration of 3D ToF technology in the next iPad Pro could transform AR applications, merging virtual and real-world interactions seamlessly.

By David J. Cross 23 Sep 2019

New Biometric Tool Helps Confirm the Identity of Smartphone Users

In a public space, people can be often seen wearing earphones or earbuds. Zhanpeng Jin, a computer scientist from University at Buffalo (UB), was curious over the prevalence of this old-meets-new technology, specifically on college campuses.

20 Sep 2019

Integrated Shock Sensor Accurately Dissipates Harmful Waves

When a fighter jet rapidly ascends and speeds up forward, a sonic boom resonates across the surface of the jet and through the surrounding sound waves. At the very most, it is disgusting noise pollution. In the worst case, it can cause damage to the aircraft’s surface.

20 Sep 2019

Optical Rotary Torque Sensors Suitable for Low Torque and High Band Width Measurements

Sensor Technology has set new benchmark performance standards for optical rotary torque transducers, with the launch of the digital ORT 230/240 series.

From Sensor Technology Ltd 18 Sep 2019

Metal Oxide Sensor Helps Measure Methanol in Alcoholic Beverages

Scientists at ETH have created an economical, handheld measuring device that can differentiate between methanol and potable alcohol. The device provides a fast and simple technique of detecting adulterated or tainted alcoholic beverages and can detect methanol poisoning in exhaled breath.

17 Sep 2019