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Augmented-Reality Tracking System with Inertial Measurement Unit Debuts at U.S. Open Golf Tournament

Golf fans watching televised coverage of the U.S. Open golf tournament will have a new outlook on what the professional golfer is facing, thanks to a camera and augmented-reality tracking system that includes a 1750 inertial measurement unit (IMU) from KVH Industries, Inc.,. Called RangeFinder, the system was developed by Sportvision, Inc., creators of football’s Virtual Yellow 1st and Ten® Line, in conjunction with FOX Sports, and will debut today during the broadcast of the 115th U.S. Open from Chambers Bay, in University Place, Washington.

19 Jun 2015

Raytheon Demonstrates Global Positioning System's Next Generation Operational Control System to Defense Department

Last week, Raytheon demonstrated the advanced capabilities of the Global Positioning System's Next Generation Operational Control System (GPS OCX) to key Defense Department and other stakeholders through a series of realistic operational demonstrations. These demonstrations, which incorporated software that will be delivered with the Launch and Checkout System, validated how automation will improve system efficiency and effectiveness.

From Raytheon Company 15 Jun 2015

OriginGPS Unveils the World’s Smallest Patented Fully Integrated Multiple Constellation Antenna Module

OriginGPS today announced the launch of the Multi Micro Hornet, the world’s smallest patented fully integrated multiple constellation antenna module. The innovative architecture packs the most functionality and high-quality components in the smallest space by volume, to improve wearables’ fashion and function.

11 Jun 2015

Retrievor Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Introduce Latest Version of its RT-101 GPS Tracker in Market

Retrievor has recently launched a new crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo with a funding goal of $60,000, which needs to be raised in order to bring the newest version of their popular GPS tracker, the RT-101, to market. The original Retrievor was introduced via the company's first Indiegogo campaign, and quickly became a hit because it is the tiniest GPS tracker around.

11 Jun 2015

ams Releases Ultra-High Speed Magnetic Rotary Position Sensor for Automotive Applications

ams AG, a leading provider of high performance sensors and analog ICs, today released the AS5147P, an ultra-high speed magnetic rotary position sensor which offers reliable performance in automotive applications compatible with the requirements of the ISO26262 functional safety standard.

10 Jun 2015

Banner Engineering Launches SI Series Safety Limit Switches for Interlocking, Position Monitoring Applications

Banner Engineering introduces its SI Series Safety Limit Switches, designed to effectively monitor the position of a wide variety of guards, gates, covers and other moveable machine fixtures and tooling.

From Banner Engineering Corp. 28 May 2015

Global Proximity & Displacement Sensors Market Forecast to Reach $5.32 Billion by 2020

A new report by Allied Market Research titled, "Global Proximity & Displacement Sensors Market - Size, Share, Industry Analysis, Trends, Opportunities, Growth and Forecast, 2013-2020", forecasts the global proximity & displacement sensors market to reach $5.32 billion by 2020, registering a CAGR of 8.7% during 2015 - 2020.

26 May 2015

HBM Introduces GEN7tA Transient Recorder and Data Acquisition System

HBM, Inc., a leading manufacturer of data acquisition systems, analysis and calibration software, strain gauges, transducers and sensors, introduces the new HBM GEN7tA transient recorder and data acquisition system.

22 May 2015

Micro-Epsilon to Highlight Eddy Current Sensor with Integrated Electronics at Manufacturing & Engineering North East Exhibition

At the Manufacturing & Engineering North East exhibition (8th July – 9th July 2015) at Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle, Micro-Epsilon UK (stand A1) will present its full range of sensor technologies, including non-contact capacitive, confocal and inductive displacement sensors, as well as 2D/3D laser profile sensors, infrared temperature sensors and thermal imagers. The stand will feature the eddyNCDT 3001, a new compact high performance eddy current sensor with integrated electronics.

From Micro-Epsilon 20 May 2015

Raytheon Reports Delivery of First Operational Hardware for Global Positioning System's Operational Control System

Raytheon has delivered the first operational hardware for the Global Positioning System's Next Generation Operational Control System, known as GPS OCX, completing a key milestone in the program. GPS OCX is the ground command and control system that will manage GPS satellites with significantly improved accuracy and precision, while providing unprecedented levels of cyber protection.

From Raytheon Company 18 May 2015

Position Sensor News

Augmented-Reality Tracking System with Inertial Measurement Unit Debuts at U.S. Open Golf Tournament

Raytheon Demonstrates Global Positioning System's Next Generation Operational Control System to Defense Department

OriginGPS Unveils the World’s Smallest Patented Fully Integrated Multiple Constellation Antenna Module

Retrievor Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Introduce Latest Version of its RT-101 GPS Tracker in Market

ams Releases Ultra-High Speed Magnetic Rotary Position Sensor for Automotive Applications

Banner Engineering Launches SI Series Safety Limit Switches for Interlocking, Position Monitoring Applications

Global Proximity & Displacement Sensors Market Forecast to Reach $5.32 Billion by 2020

HBM Introduces GEN7tA Transient Recorder and Data Acquisition System

Micro-Epsilon to Highlight Eddy Current Sensor with Integrated Electronics at Manufacturing & Engineering North East Exhibition

Raytheon Reports Delivery of First Operational Hardware for Global Positioning System's Operational Control System

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