Sensors News

RSS

Release of New IR Combustible and Carbon Dioxide Gas Detectors

Simtronics, an IST Company, is pleased to announce the GD10 infrared combustible and carbon dioxide gas detectors have successfully satisfied all requirements for HART Communication Foundation’s Quality Assurance and Device Registration, Version 7.

3 Dec 2013

Multifunctional GPS Tracker Device Designed for Children and the Elderly Launched by Sinosky

Sinosky Technology Co. Ltd., a security products manufacturer based in Shenzhen, China, recently launched a multifunctional GPS tracker device designed for children and the elderly. With a built-in SiRf Star IV chip to easily monitor people, it enables accurate positioning in smartphones and PCs, while the SOS button helps children and the elderly in emergency situations directly and avoids misdialing and random calls.

3 Dec 2013

Camgian Receives Second RIF Program Award to Advance Low-Power, Networked Sensor Technologies

Camgian Microsystems Corporation announced today receipt of a $3 million contract award from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) as part of their Rapid Innovation Fund (RIF) program. The award, the company’s second RIF program award, will fund advancements to Camgian’s low-power, networked sensor technologies and support integration with the Army’s Standard Ground Station (SGS) and Cerberus system. Through this contract, Camgian will collaborate with SRI International and SENTEL Corporation to further advance the technology.

3 Dec 2013

Sweden’s DAU to Improve Situational Awareness with Exelis Transportable Air Traffic Management System

Exelis has received a contract valued at more than $7.5 million to provide transportable ground control approach capabilities to support Sweden’s Deployable Airfield Unit (DAU). With this contract, the company continues to extend its leadership in the growing field of intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and analytics to serve the needs of customers in global markets.

3 Dec 2013

New Electronic Sensor System Speeds Up Patient Care During Large-Scale Emergencies

When large-scale emergencies occur, it often takes far too long before victims receive the care their injuries demand. Now a new electronic system has been designed to support helpers during the initial assessment of victims and to speed up patient care.

3 Dec 2013

STMicroelectronics Introduces New Family of Always-on 6-Axis Inertial Motion Sensors

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and the worldwide technology leader for motion, environmental, audio and micro-fluidic MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems), announced today a new family of always-on 6-axis inertial motion sensors with industry-lowest power requirements, ultra-compact packaging and unprecedented design flexibility.

From STMicroelectronics 3 Dec 2013

Global Sensors for the Automotive Market Estimated to Grow at 11.7% CAGR from 2013 to 2022

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Sensors for the Automotive Market to 2022" report to their offering.

3 Dec 2013

Combination of GPS and Seismological Data Enable Comparative Analysis of Earthquake’s Aftershocks

On 27 February 2010 an earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck South-Central Chile near the town of Maule. The main shock displaced the subduction interface by up to 16 meters. Like usually after strong earthquakes a series of aftershocks occurred in the region with decreasing size over the next months.

3 Dec 2013

Fraunhofer HHI’s New Arbitrary Waveform Generator Quickly Tests Transmission Techniques

Our communication networks have to process constantly increasing volumes of data, pushing them to the limits of their capacity. An analyzer makes it possible to test new, efficient transmission formats quickly and with the minimum of fuss.

3 Dec 2013

BRIDEX 2013: Northrop Grumman to Showcase Command and Control, and ISR Solutions

Northrop Grumman Corporation is participating in the Brunei Darussalam International Defence Exhibition (BRIDEX) where it will highlight its capabilities as a leading provider of command and control, and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions.

From Northrop Grumman Corporation 3 Dec 2013

New Lightweight (380g) Laser Profile Scanner by Bestech Australia

Bestech Australia introduces an extremely compact (96 x 85 x 33mm), lightweight (380g) laser profile scanner - The scanCONTROL 2600/2900 optoelectronic sensor with integrated controller, flexible installation and interface options.

From Bestech Australia 2 Dec 2013

Specialized Running Shoe with Sensors and Microelectronics Evaluates Running Form of Athletes

Jogging keeps you fit and is healthy. However, athletes that start training can overdo it and easily pull and tear ligaments. A new high-tech running shoe will evaluate running form in real time and thereby counter these injuries in future.

2 Dec 2013

RSNA 2013: Canon to Debut CXDI-701C Wireless Digital Radiography Detector

With a focus on productivity-enhancing solutions and high-quality imaging, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, will feature its complete lineup of digital radiography (DR) devices at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting on December 1-5, 2013 at McCormick Place in Chicago. In Hall B, Booth #7313, North Building, Canon will highlight a wide array of solutions that offer superb imaging quality, workflow efficiency, and flexibility.

From Canon U.S.A., Inc 2 Dec 2013

NetComm Wireless and Vodafone Qatar Partner to Extend Fixed and Mobile Networks

NetComm Wireless Limited and Vodafone Qatar Q.S.C., today announced a strategic partnership to extend Vodafone Qatar's fixed and mobile networks to devices and machines which are used to enable Smart City applications such as security systems, intelligent transport systems, smart metering and smart medical devices.

2 Dec 2013

Novel Device Determines Strength, Frequency and Direction of Electromagnetic Attacks

Electromagnetic fields can interfere with or damage electronic devices. Electromagnetic radiation is invisible to people. A new measuring instrument can now determine the strength, frequency, and direction of the attack.

2 Dec 2013

Sensors News

Release of New IR Combustible and Carbon Dioxide Gas Detectors

Multifunctional GPS Tracker Device Designed for Children and the Elderly Launched by Sinosky

Camgian Receives Second RIF Program Award to Advance Low-Power, Networked Sensor Technologies

Sweden’s DAU to Improve Situational Awareness with Exelis Transportable Air Traffic Management System

New Electronic Sensor System Speeds Up Patient Care During Large-Scale Emergencies

STMicroelectronics Introduces New Family of Always-on 6-Axis Inertial Motion Sensors

Global Sensors for the Automotive Market Estimated to Grow at 11.7% CAGR from 2013 to 2022

Combination of GPS and Seismological Data Enable Comparative Analysis of Earthquake’s Aftershocks

Fraunhofer HHI’s New Arbitrary Waveform Generator Quickly Tests Transmission Techniques

BRIDEX 2013: Northrop Grumman to Showcase Command and Control, and ISR Solutions

New Lightweight (380g) Laser Profile Scanner by Bestech Australia

Specialized Running Shoe with Sensors and Microelectronics Evaluates Running Form of Athletes

RSNA 2013: Canon to Debut CXDI-701C Wireless Digital Radiography Detector

NetComm Wireless and Vodafone Qatar Partner to Extend Fixed and Mobile Networks

Novel Device Determines Strength, Frequency and Direction of Electromagnetic Attacks

News Categories

Alzheimer’s Society on the Role of Sensors in Dementia Innovation

Innovation in CO2 Sensor Technology

Advancing Battery Safety and Electrification: Insights from Sensata Technologies

RAD-CDU: Central Display Unit for Gas Safety Alarms

CMV Combination: Metal Detection, Weight Control and Label Inspection

The LP2 Series Enables Ultra-Low-Pressure Sensing at a Lower Cost

Sponsored Content

CO2 Monitoring Strategies for Safer QSR Environments

The Role of CMOS Sensors in Modern Spectroscopy

The BinMaster Guide to Level Sensing