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Sensors to Accelerate Expansion of Semiconductor Segment

According to a recent survey report published by RNCOS, a research organization, sensors will accelerate the expansion of the semiconductor segment in the future although circuit boards incorporated into systems still prevail.

21 Feb 2011

Independent Rotary Sensor for Space Constrained Applications

Swiss sensor manufacturer Contelec has launched Vert-X 90E, a flat, heavy-duty non-contacting rotary sensor suitable for mobile applications.

From Contelec Ltd 21 Feb 2011

Magnetic Position Sensor for Wide Measurement Range

The PRAS21 series of magnetic position sensors have recently been introduced by the Automated Control Engineering Group (A.C.E.) and ASM to expand the POSIROT family.

21 Feb 2011

Accelerometer to Detect Bee Swarming

Bee keepers are often troubled by swarming, when the queen bee leaves her old hive and leaves only the weak bees behind, taking the stronger ones with her to a new hive.

21 Feb 2011

Camera Sensor Allows Pictures to be Taken in the Dark

Sony Ericsson showcased its r Exmor R camera sensor at the Mobile World Congress. The sensor is deployed in its new products, the Xperia Arc, Xperia Neo, and Xperia Pro, which were also debuted at the event.

21 Feb 2011

Strain Sensor to Detect Muscle Fatigue in Athletes

Mohamed Al-Mulla, a PhD research student at the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering in the Essex University

21 Feb 2011

Biosensors Help Plants Change Color in Presence of Explosives

A research study led by Dr. June Medford in the Department of Biology at Colorado State has revealed that potted plants change color when exposed to pollutants and explosives.

21 Feb 2011

Mobile Ice Sensor Patrol Fleet Launched on Scottish Roads

Mobile ice sensors are being used to help tackle the effects of severe cold on the Scottish road network.

By Andy Choi 20 Feb 2011

Pressure Sensors for Construction Industry

Trimble has enhanced its portfolio of TrimFleet construction supply fleet management system.

From Trimble Navigation Limited 19 Feb 2011

Agreement Between Eutelsat and Mediaset to Expand Digital Television Channels

Elettronica Industriale, network operator of Mediaset, and Eutelsat Communications, have signed a 12-year agreement for capacity at the HOT BIRD video neighborhood.

19 Feb 2011

Temporal Artery Thermometer Identical to Rectal Thermometer

A recent survey report published in Paediatrica Indonesiana claims that temporal artery thermometers are as safe and precise as rectal ones to check body temperature of new born babies.

19 Feb 2011

Glass and Mercury Free Thermometers for Consumer Applications

Temperature Indicators has recently unveiled a series of thermometers that have neither glass nor mercury.

19 Feb 2011

Paramagnetic Oxygen Sensor Prevents Cell Degeneration

Hummingbird Sensing Technology recently declared that it has unveiled its Paracube Micro oxygen sensor.

19 Feb 2011

Digital Airflow Sensor for Medical and Industrial Applications

The Zephyr digital airflow sensor recently launched by Honeywell is now being offered from the Mouser stock.

19 Feb 2011

Low Force Measurement Head to Measure Glass or Plastic Lenses

Hexagon Metrology recently unveiled its Leitz LSP-S4 Ultra Low Force measurement head, which is suitable for use in complicated applications including measuring glass or plastic lenses, surfaces and profiles.

From Hexagon Metrology Services, Ltd 19 Feb 2011