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Miniature Triaxial Accelerometers from Kistler Instruments Designed to Operate at Harsh Temperatures

With an operating temperature range from -54°C to +165°C, the Type 8766A miniature triaxial accelerometers from Kistler Instruments are ideal for use in harsh environments such as automotive engine bay and under vehicle measurements, aerospace subsystem vibration testing and industrial quality control applications.

From Kistler Instruments AG 20 Dec 2013

Worldwide Market Analysis on Sensors in Consumer Electronics

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Sensors Market in Consumer Electronics by Product, Application, & Geography - Worldwide Market Forecasts and Analysis (2013 - 2020)" report to their offering.

20 Dec 2013

Oticon Medical Gets FDA Approval for Marketing Ponto Plus Bone Anchored Sound Processors

Oticon Medical has obtained 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to market Ponto Plus, the company’s newest family of bone anchored sound processors. New Ponto Plus is available in regular and power versions and is designed for use with Oticon Medical’s proprietary OptiFit™/OptiGrip™ implant design concepts that have also been cleared by the FDA for use in tissue-preserving surgery.

20 Dec 2013

Diodes Introduces AP1694 AC-DC Controller for Mains-Dimmable LED Lighting Applications

Diodes Incorporated, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality application specific standard products within the broad discrete, logic and analog semiconductor markets, today introduced the AP1694, an AC-DC controller providing a universal high-performance driver solution for a variety of mains-dimmable LED lamp designs.

From Diodes Incorporated 20 Dec 2013

NASA's Robust Communications System, Deep Space Network, Reaches Milestone

NASA's Deep Space Network, the world's largest and most powerful communications system for "talking to" spacecraft, will reach a milestone on Dec. 24: the 50th anniversary of its official creation.

From National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) 20 Dec 2013

Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality Market to Grow at 15.18% CAGR During 2013-2018

According to a new market research report, "Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality Market - By Technology (Mobile & Spatial AR, Semi & Fully Immersive VR); By Sensors & Components (Accelerometer, Data Glove, HMD, ICs); By Applications (Medical, Military, Gaming), By Geography (2013 - 2018)", published by MarketsandMarkets, the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.18% from 2013 to 2018 and reach 1.06 billion in 2018. The data mentioned is for dedicated augmented reality and immersive virtual reality systems only. Separate analysis for mobile-based AR and non-immersive VR is done.

20 Dec 2013

Hydro-Québec Places Order to Upgrade HVDC Converter Stations with ABB Technology

ABB, the leading power and automation technology group, has won orders worth around $75 million from Hydro-Québec, the utility in eastern Canada, and National Grid, the utility in New England, USA, to refurbish three high-voltage direct current (HVDC) converter stations.

20 Dec 2013

Raytheon Earns Contract Order for MAGR 2000-S24 Miniaturized Airborne GPS Receivers

Raytheon Company has received a $15.8 million contract order for its MAGR 2000-S24 miniaturized airborne GPS receiver. The order, which includes new production and sustainment of existing systems, is the first under an Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract awarded to the company in September 2013 by the U.S. Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center.

From Raytheon Company 20 Dec 2013

Raytheon Commences Production of 12th AN/TPY-2 Ballistic Missile Defense Radar

The U.S. is taking another positive step toward meeting the growing demand for systems that can help protect against the increasing danger posed by ballistic missiles. Raytheon Company has started building the 12th AN/TPY-2 ballistic missile defense radar for the Missile Defense Agency after being awarded a $172.7 million contract, which was previously announced by the Department of Defense on Dec. 17, 2013.

From Raytheon Company 19 Dec 2013

Microchip Introduces 5 GHz, 50 ohm Matched WLAN FEM for High Data Rate Mobile Device Applications

Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced its new 5 GHz, 50 ohm Matched WLAN Front End Module (FEM)—the SST11LF04—for high data rate mobile device applications.

From Microchip Technology Inc. 19 Dec 2013

3M Introduces Flexible Patterned Metal Mesh Film for Touch Panel Sensor Applications

Touch screen manufacturers and integrators have a new choice when it comes to touch sensor film options. In an effort to help the touch industry meet the growing demand for touch functionality in electronic devices, the 3M Electronic Solutions Division today announced its new 3M™ Patterned Metal Mesh Film. This new film is targeted to increase design options and touch sensitivity for OEM’s and ODM’s, while enabling the next generation of touch enabled smartphones, notebooks and tablets.

From 3M 19 Dec 2013

EIA Receives Integrator Certification for Redwall Perimeter Infrared Sensors and Redscan Laser Detectors

EIA, Inc., a leading provider of Networked Technologies and I.P. security systems integration, announced today that they have become certified integrators for the Redwall line of Perimeter Infrared Sensors and Redscan Laser Detector by Optex, the global leader in indoor and outdoor security sensors.

19 Dec 2013

New Report on Gas Analyzer Sensor & Detector Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Worldwide Gas Analyzer Sensor & Detector Market Report 2013-2018" report to their offering.

19 Dec 2013

Space-Based Infrared System GEO-2 Satellite Declared Operational

The second Space-Based Infrared System (SBIRS) Geosynchronous Earth Orbit (GEO) satellite built by Lockheed Martin to provide our nation continuous early warning of ballistic missile launches and other tactical intelligence was recently declared operational.

From Lockheed Martin Corporation 19 Dec 2013

Researchers Design Smart Bra Capable of Detecting Changes in Mood

m.c. schraefel, a professor in computer science and human performance design from the University of Southampton has helped to design a smart bra that can detect changes in mood, with the hope of preventing emotionally-triggered overeating in women.

18 Dec 2013

Sensors News

Miniature Triaxial Accelerometers from Kistler Instruments Designed to Operate at Harsh Temperatures

Worldwide Market Analysis on Sensors in Consumer Electronics

Oticon Medical Gets FDA Approval for Marketing Ponto Plus Bone Anchored Sound Processors

Diodes Introduces AP1694 AC-DC Controller for Mains-Dimmable LED Lighting Applications

NASA's Robust Communications System, Deep Space Network, Reaches Milestone

Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality Market to Grow at 15.18% CAGR During 2013-2018

Hydro-Québec Places Order to Upgrade HVDC Converter Stations with ABB Technology

Raytheon Earns Contract Order for MAGR 2000-S24 Miniaturized Airborne GPS Receivers

Raytheon Commences Production of 12th AN/TPY-2 Ballistic Missile Defense Radar

Microchip Introduces 5 GHz, 50 ohm Matched WLAN FEM for High Data Rate Mobile Device Applications

3M Introduces Flexible Patterned Metal Mesh Film for Touch Panel Sensor Applications

EIA Receives Integrator Certification for Redwall Perimeter Infrared Sensors and Redscan Laser Detectors

New Report on Gas Analyzer Sensor & Detector Market

Space-Based Infrared System GEO-2 Satellite Declared Operational

Researchers Design Smart Bra Capable of Detecting Changes in Mood

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