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Forza Silicon to Deliver Presentation at Image Sensors Americas 2014

Forza Silicon, a leader of advanced image sensor and mixed-signal IC designs for digital camera applications, today announced that its chief technology officer, Daniel Van Blerkom, will present at Image Sensors (IS) Americas 2014 in San Francisco, California on September 10, 2014 at 12:10 p.m. PT.

From Forza Silicon 5 Sep 2014

Wearable Sensors Help Detect Firearm Usage by Community-Based Offenders

The University of Pennsylvania has conducted a new study on wearable sensors for monitoring the use of guns by community-based offenders. This research has been published in PLOS ONE journal.

5 Sep 2014

Fully Integrated Miniature Global Antenna Module Launched by OriginGPS

OriginGPS has introduced Nano Hornet, an integrated global antenna module with a low profile. Its thickness is almost 35% smaller than the company's previously released Micro Hornet.

5 Sep 2014

Triune’s Neo-Iso Load Switches Using TowerJazz Technology Ramped to Bulk Production

TowerJazz, a company specializing in integrated circuits, has announced that a unique isolated power and data technology has been developed by Triune Systems utilizing the TowerJazz TS18PM process on its 0.18µm power management platform. The new isolated technology has now been integrated in Triune’s Neo-Iso isolated load switches, TS13001 and TS13101, which are being scaled up to bulk production.

From TowerJazz USA 4 Sep 2014

Riedon Introduces Low-Cost DC Current Shunts for Renewable Energy Applications

Riedon, a company specializing in advanced resistive systems, has launched a new range of precision current shunts that are specifically developed for DC ammeters and other similar devices. The RS Series of base-mounted shunts is RoHS-compliant and UL listed and provides current ratings ranging from 5A to 1200A.

4 Sep 2014

Mobile Telephone Antennas Help Monitor Rainfall

Scientists have tested an innovative method for monitoring rainfall by recording the radio signal disturbances between mobile phone towers. This testing was performed by the Rain Cell Africa consortium in Burkina Faso.

4 Sep 2014

GreenPeak Announces Advanced Sensor- and Cloud-based Family Lifestyle Systems

A new line of advanced sensor- and cloud-based intelligent systems has been introduced by GreenPeak Technologies for Family Lifestyle connected with Social Media.

From Qorvo, Inc 4 Sep 2014

Silicon Labs Introduces New Biometric and Environmental Sensing Development Kits

New biometric and environmental sensing development kits offered by Silicon Labs help in accelerating the design of a myriad of Internet of Things (IoT) products, including weather stations, smoke detectors, smart thermostats, home security systems, and wearable products such as heart-rate earphones, fitness bands and smart watches.

4 Sep 2014

RISCO Group Signs Deal With Chinese Banks to Provide Sensor Security Solutions for ATM Machines

RISCO Group, a major integrated security solutions supplier, has entered into agreements with a number of Chinese banks to offer security for their numerous ATM Machines (cash machines).

4 Sep 2014

TE Connectivity Acquires American Sensor Technologies

Global leader in connectivity, TE Connectivity, has acquired American Sensor Technologies, Inc. (AST). The company has expanded its Sensor Solutions portfolio with completion of this acquisition.

4 Sep 2014

Ellipse Series, a Brand New Family of Miniature Inertial Sensors: More Accurate & Robust for the Same Budget

After many years of success and thousands of sensors on the field, the IG-500 Series is being replaced by a brand new generation: the Ellipse Series. This new series of miniature inertial systems benefits from a new d...

From SBG Systems 3 Sep 2014

Radio-Frequency Identification Seals for Detection of Shipment Tampering

Researchers at Fraunhofer are endeavoring to develop a digital fingerprint for air freight items. The Fraunhofer Institute for Factory Operation and Automation is collaborating with Lufthansa Cargo and Panalpina for the Federal Ministry of Education and Research-funded project - ESecLog.

By Stuart Milne 3 Sep 2014

Smart Contact Lens with Capacitive Sensor Detects Glaucoma

Researchers at EPFL have collaborated with Haute Ecole Arc to develop a novel smart contact lens that can help identify glaucoma at the early stages itself. Tissot Medical Research (TMR), an EPFL startup, had commissioned the research team to design a single-use contact lens that can measure intraocular pressure for 24 hours constantly.

By Stuart Milne 3 Sep 2014

Multiple Radar System Helps Prevent Collisions in Construction Sites

Researchers belonging to Universidad Politécnica de Madrid’s Radar and Microwave Group (GMR) have developed a novel radar network alarm system for construction vehicles. This system would help reduce risk of accidents in locations where constructions take place.

3 Sep 2014

Innovative System to Amplify Signals with Lowest Noise Levels

Researchers at EPFL have collaborated with a University of Basel scientist to propose a theoretical system for amplifying signals with very low level of noise. They have suggested optomechanics for amplifying weak signals.

3 Sep 2014