Selsyn or synchro is an electro-mechanical device used for the easy and precise transmission of angular data between two or more remote points. The readings may be provided in terms of mechanical position or as an electrical signal.
A rotary encoder, also referred to as a shaft encoder, is a sensor that generates an electrical signal in response to a rotational movement to determine or control the speed or position of a mechanical device.
Advancements in sensor technology are opening up a new avenue to try and measure and stabilize hand tremors.
By Kalwinder Kaur
24 Sep 2013
The GPS monitoring system is the most widely used 3D position and velocity technology in the world. Development efforts are developing this system to track an athlete’s performance in indoor stadiums and arenas.
By Kalwinder Kaur
20 Sep 2013
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a chilli sensor to help standardize the degree of heat in chilli food.
By Kalwinder Kaur
18 Sep 2013
Smartphone technology keeps on getting smarter with the recent release of Apple’s iPhone X series. However, there’s one feature that’s not included - the fingerprint sensor.
By Kalwinder Kaur
13 Sep 2013
Traffic congestion is one of the major problems in several developing countries due to the lack of an efficient traffic management system. Car parking is a key factor in addition to the congestion problem. This article looks at sensor technology to manage car parking space.
A blind spot is a location that is invisible to the drivers from their seat or with the use of the three mirrors. This spot is found at the vehicle sides, in front of the vehicle or directly behind the vehicle.
By Kalwinder Kaur
29 Aug 2013
An exhaust gas oxygen sensor, also known as lambda sensor, is a device for measuring the oxygen proportion in the exhaust gas being analyzed. The sensor is part of the emissions control system and provides data to the engine management computer.
By Kalwinder Kaur
22 Aug 2013
A pyranometer is a type of actinometer that can measure solar irradiance in the desired location and solar radiation flux density. The solar radiation spectrum extends approximately between 300 and 2800 nm.
By Kalwinder Kaur
1 Aug 2013