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Aptina Introduces MT9D015 Image Sensor for Smartphones

CMOS imaging solutions provider, Aptina, has launched a 2-megapixel (MP) sensor for mobile camera applications. The MT9D015 image sensor is suitable for capturing video and stills in front-facing cameras in smartphones.

By Andy Choi 22 Jun 2011

ZST Digital Networks Seeks Chinese Patent for Assisted GPS Technology

ZST Digital Networks, a supplier of optical and digital network equipment and provider of GPS tracking and location services, has recently applied for a patent for its Assisted GPS (A-GPS) technology with the Chinese authorities, the State Intellectual Property Office (SIPO).

By Andy Choi 22 Jun 2011

Bruker Launches HI 90 Hyperspectral Imaging System

Bruker, a provider of scientific instruments for materials and molecular research, and applied and industrial analysis, has expanded its portfolio of infrared remote sensing products with the launch of HI 90 Hyperspectral Imaging System.

By Andy Choi 22 Jun 2011

Raytheon to Offer Airborne Processing Technology for Missile Defense Agency

A $10 million contract has been granted to Raytheon to offer advanced airborne data processing technology for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

From Raytheon Company 22 Jun 2011

Dexter Industries Launches Thermal Infrared Sensor for LEGO MINDSTORM

Dexter Industries, a leading manufacturer of sensors for LEGO MINDSTORM, has announced that it would be inaugurating a novel Thermal Infrared Sensor for the LEGO MINDSTORM.

By Andy Choi 22 Jun 2011

CIRCOR Aerospace to Manufacture Retraction Actuators for Messier-Bugatti-Dowty

Safran/Messier-Bugatti-Dowty has chosen the CIRCOR Aerospace Products Group for the manufacture of retraction actuators to be used in A340 and A330 main landing gears.

By Andy Choi 22 Jun 2011

Nanowires and Nanoclusters Used to Detect Volatile Organic Compounds

A team of researchers from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), George Mason University and the University of Maryland has made nano-sized sensors that detect volatile organic compounds - harmful pollutants released from paints, cleaners, pesticides and other products

21 Jun 2011

Austriamicrosystems to Acquire TAOS for $320 Million

Austriamicrosystems has agreed to a $320 million deal to acquire Texas Advanced Optoelectronic Solutions (TAOS). This will allow the Austrian chip maker to benefit from the huge demand for sensors used in tablet computers and smart phones.

From Texas Advanced Optoelectronic Solutions 20 Jun 2011

NFL Looks at Sensors in Helmets to Save Players from Serious Injury

The NFL may soon change the way the game is played by introducing helmets with high tech sensors. As part of an initiative to save players from serious injuries due to high impact collisions the league is looking at high tech solutions which could have added benefits.

By Andy Choi 20 Jun 2011

Raytheon's Space-Based Hyperspectral Sensor Exceeds Expectations

Raytheon Company has reason to celebrate as one of its space sensors has recently completed its second year in orbit. This ground-breaking space sensor design known as ‘The Advanced Responsive, Tactically Effective Military Imaging Sensor’ or ARTEMIS has exceeded its expected life by 100%.

From Raytheon Company 20 Jun 2011

Sensor Electronics Introduces Gas-Detection Team with Plug-In Memory Stick

Sensor Electronics has combined a SEC 3100 transmitter and a SEC 3000 sensor to form a new gas-detection team that is capable of detecting traces of toxic gases.

From Sensor Electronics Corporation 20 Jun 2011

Pixim Acquires Advasense Technologies

Pixim has acquired Advasense Technologies, a company specializing in advanced CMOS image sensor technology and based in Ra’anana, Israel.

By Andy Choi 18 Jun 2011

Researchers Develop Reversibly Stretchable Strain Sensor

Zhigang Wu of Uppsala University, in collaboration with Laird Technologies’ researchers, has devised a wireless microfluidic stretchable radio frequency electronics (µFSRFE) strain sensor that features a traditional rigid circuit board coupled with a multipurpose antenna.

By Andy Choi 18 Jun 2011

Auto-Healing Structural Strain Sensor

North Carolina State University (NC State) researchers have designed a self-repairing sensor for measuring strain in structural materials.

By Andy Choi 18 Jun 2011

Hemisphere GPS Introduces Long Range Radios for Outback Guidance Systems

Hemisphere GPS, a designer and manufacturer of GPS (GNSS) products for applications in construction, marine and agriculture, has launched the long range RTK for its Outback Guidance systems with Eclipse GNSS receivers.

By Andy Choi 17 Jun 2011