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New Intelligent-Gateway System-on-Chip Launched by STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, has released its unique ST2100 STreamPlug System-on-Chip (SoC) targeting smart-home and smart-energy applications to the world market. The device is already powering a new portfolio of intelligent products developed jointly by ST and Tatung, a leading electronics company for smart-home solutions.

From STMicroelectronics 15 Oct 2013

Global LiDAR Market Forecast to Grow at 16.64% CAGR to Reach 551.26 Million by 2018

According to a new market research report of "LiDAR Market by Components (INS, Laser, GPS/GNSS, Camera, MEMS), Product Types (Airborne, Mobile, Terrestrial), Applications (Corridor Mapping, Forestry, Mining, Topographic Surveying, Volumetric Mapping) - Analysis & Forecast (2013 - 2018)", published by MarketsandMarkets is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.64% from 2013 to 2018 and reach 551.26 million by 2018. The data mentioned is for dedicated LiDAR systems only.

15 Oct 2013

TI Launches Fully Differential, Zero-Drift, 36-V Programmable Gain Amplifier

Texas Instruments (TI) today introduced a fully differential, zero-drift, 36-V programmable gain amplifier (PGA). At 5uV, the PGA281 offers the lowest offset voltage in its class to improve accuracy and long-term stability. Its zero-drift architecture enables DC precision and long-term stability. It also reduces the need for future system calibration.

From Texas Instruments Incorporated 15 Oct 2013

New Cost-Effective Video Vehicle Detection Solutions from Image Sensing Systems

Image Sensing Systems. Inc. announced today the addition of two new products to its video detection product line: Autoscope® Sn-500 and Autoscope® Sn-510. These video detection solutions, optimized for markets outside of North America, provide a complete and cost-effective vehicle detection solution for intersection control applications. The products offer fast set-up, minimal maintenance, and high performance.

15 Oct 2013

STMicroelectronics Introduces Nanopower Op-Amps with Ultra-Low Power Consumption

STMicroelectronics’ TSU10X nanopower op-amps, which are part of the ST micropower op-amp family, provide ultra-low power consumption over the full operating temperature range, allowing engineers to optimize power budget and battery lifetime wherever quiescent current is the major concern.

15 Oct 2013

Kistler Instruments to Demonstrate the maXYmos TL Monitoring System at the Automotive Engineering Show, NEC 2013

On Stand F81 at the Automotive Engineering show at the NEC 12th to 13th November, Kistler Instruments will be showing an extensive range of sensors and systems for automotive development and production.

From Kistler Instrumente AG 15 Oct 2013

Economic Beer Flow Monitor by Titan Enterprises

Titan Enterprises has perfected a monitor for beer flow that combines a low-cost volume totaliser with features to detect interruption of power.

From Titan Enterprises Ltd. 15 Oct 2013

Achieving 100% quality injection moulding even faster

The new firmware upgrade V2.4 for Kistler's CoMo Injection process monitoring system offers better functionality and new features that will help processors achieve zero-defect production even faster. The integrate...

14 Oct 2013

Robust oxygen analyzer for combustion control monitors its own 'heartbeat'

The XZR200 Oxygen Analyzer from Michell Instruments offers users added peace of mind with a built-in early warning system that alerts operators of any faults with the unit. A 3.3 V DC logic output acts as a 'heart...

14 Oct 2013

QVC UK selects Peak-Ryzex for new handhelds

QVC UK, the nation’s favourite multi-channel home shopping store, has selected mobile solutions company Peak-Ryzex to overhaul its Knowsley, Merseyside, distribution centre (DC) auto ID equipment. The contract cov...

11 Oct 2013

Novel Printable Multi-Touch Sensor Remains Functional Even When Cut

If a pair of trousers is too long, it is cut shorter. A board that does not fit into a bookcase is sawed to the right length. People often customize the size and shape of materials like textiles and wood without turning to specialists like tailors or carpenters.

11 Oct 2013

Xilinx to Demonstrate Smarter Network Packet Processing Solutions at Linley Processor Conference 2013

Xilinx, Inc. will highlight its All Programmable packet processing solutions for next-generation Smarter Networks at the Linley Processor Conference, October 16-17, in Santa Clara, CA. Xilinx technology experts will present and demonstrate solutions that enable full line card data path services.

11 Oct 2013

Semtech and IMST Offer IM880A Radio Module with LoRa Long Distance Technology

Semtech Corporation, a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, today announced it has teamed up with IMST, an advanced RF technology specialist based near Dusseldorf, Germany, for the IM880A radio module featuring Semtech’s LoRa™ long distance technology.

From Semtech Corporation 11 Oct 2013

US Navy Awards Raytheon Air and Missile Defense S-Band Radar Contract

Raytheon Company has been awarded a $385,742,176 cost-plus-incentive-fee contract for the engineering and modeling development phase design, development, integration, test and delivery of Air and Missile Defense S-Band Radar (AMDR-S) and Radar Suite Controller (RSC).

From Raytheon Company 11 Oct 2013