GTSI declared its intent to begin upgrade operation on Miami International Airport’s (MIA) surveillance systems and its infrastructure. By honing the latest technologies from NICE Systems, GTSI can bring improved and upgraded security network to both the interior and exterior of the airport, thereby promoting surveillance and monitoring capabilities of MIA.
By Kalwinder Kaur
9 Aug 2012
The new, compact Perceptor dual-sensor gimbal from Lockheed Martin Procerus Technologies integrates the capability of a large camera system within a specifically designed small package that can deliver high-quality video surveillance for micro and small unmanned aircraft systems.
Standex International recently declared that three products from Standex Electronics Group achieved ranking among the top 101 components for 2012 as stated in Electronic Design.
By Will Soutter
8 Aug 2012
Sierra Nevada (SNC) and ITT Exelis are soon to complete testing of Vigilant Stare. It is a Wide-Area Persistent Surveillance (WAPS) concept demonstrator based on a manned aircraft.
PNI Sensor demonstrates TRAX Attitude & Heading Reference System’s (AHRS) field-proven applications during Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International North America, AUVSI 2012.
Magellan recently reported new innovative-featured Magellan RoadMate vehicle navigation devices. With 'Portrait Mode' viewing, Bluetooth 'Safe Texting,' and Magellan Wireless Back-up Camera compatibility, these devices have been designed to promote driver safety and convenience.
By Kalwinder Kaur
8 Aug 2012
University of Strathclyde researchers have developed a monitor that will allow prevention of over-exposure to the sun. This innovative monitor is ready to enter the market, forming a part of a new spinout company.
By Will Soutter
7 Aug 2012
STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and the world’s top MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) manufacturer, today announced that it has taken an important additional step in its positioning in the emerging video-sharing market for smartphones and other portable consumer devices.
CAS DataLoggers along with Novus Automation have announced that new FieldLogger firmware (v. 1.20) and configuration software (v. 1.30) releases are now available for free download.
Following the global economic recession, the global DSP (Digital Signal Processing) market has again entered into the developing phase and is projected to have a stable growth for another five years. DSP has been extensively integrated into consumer electronics. DSP chips are being used widely for applications based on advanced digital signal processing.
By Kalwinder Kaur
7 Aug 2012
The software iteration 1.4 Critical Design Review (iCDR) for the Global Positioning System (GPS) Next Generation Operational Control System (OCX) has been successfully accomplished by Raytheon Company.
Synaptics, an innovator of human interface solutions for mobile computing, communications and entertainment devices, has launched SafeSense.
Xsens has released a new MTi product portfolio. This versatile offering can be used for industrial applications, including unmanned system control and antenna/camera stabilization. This G-4 high-performance product line enables MEMS-based motion trackers such as VRU, IMU, GPS/INS, and AHRS attain precision and efficiency compliance.
DARPA scientists have developed a first-of-its-kind solid state receiver to illustrate gain at 0.85 terahertz (THz). This innovation is the latest advancement in the DARPA THz Electronics program in its search for transistor-based electronics that will provide electronic capabilities at terahertz frequencies.
By Kalwinder Kaur
3 Aug 2012
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Communication Systems ESK in Munich in partnership with the Fraunhofer Institute of Industrial Mathematics ITWM in Kaiserslautern and industrial partner embedded brains, have successfully connected power outlets at homes wirelessly using the IPv6 protocol. Hence it is now possible to switch sockets on and off wirelessly using a device compatible with IPv6 such as a laptop PC or a smartphone from any location.