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Kaman Introduces New AMS Family of High-Precision Non-Contact Displacement Sensors

The Measuring Division of Kaman Precision Products, Inc., the world leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance position measurement systems, announces the release of its new AMS family of high-precision non-contact displacement sensors ideal for condition monitoring of rotating machinery in extreme-pressure environments from 500 psi to over 22,500 psi.

From Kaman Precision Products 28 Sep 2020

Novel Vibrating Glove can Help People with Profound Hearing Loss

Today, the lost hearing can be restored only with the help of a surgical operation to install special implants.

31 Aug 2020

New Measurement System Improves 5G Wireless Communications Devices

Thanks to a new portable and flexible measurement system developed by engineers from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), fifth-generation (5G) wireless communications devices that have unparalleled precision over a broad range of signal frequencies and situations can be designed and repeatedly tested in laboratories.

11 Aug 2020

New Video Demonstrates Vortab Flow Conditioners

Engineers challenged by flow meter inaccuracy and repeatability issues will want to watch a new video featuring, “Vortab Flow Conditioners.” This video explains how air, gas and liquid flow measurement can be greatly improved anywhere restricted pipe runs in cramped equipment areas make following the flow meter manufacturer’s pipe straight-run requirements impractical or impossible.

From Vortab Company 24 Jul 2020

Satellite Telemetry Supports Flood Protection

In recent years the development of flood warning systems has benefited from advances in sensor, datalogger and communications technology.

24 Jul 2020

NewTek Sensor Addresses Requirements for Custom LVDT Position Sensors as Industries Continue to Struggle with Supply Chain Challenges

As many industries continue to experience supply chain challenges, NewTek Sensor Solution is addressing more requests for custom LVDT sensors in short timelines in meeting unique and demanding position measurement requirements for applications in a range of industries including oil/gas, packaging, manufacturing and power generation.

From NewTek Sensor Solutions 24 Jul 2020

New Wrist-Mounted Device Continuously Tracks Entire Human Hand in 3D

Scientists from Cornell University and the University of Wisconsin, Madison have achieved what could be a possible landmark in the field of wearable sensing technology.

21 Jul 2020

ifm Launches Contactless Level Detector and Display

Easily fitted to the outside of non-metallic vessels, the new KQ10 level detector and display units from ifm electronic feature a vertical column of LEDs that tracks the level of liquid or granules within the tank, providing a display that mimics the traditional sight glass, but with none of its disadvantages.

From ifm Electronic Ltd. 10 Jul 2020

Automated System to Allow Cars to Spot Traffic, Pedestrians Around Corners

Using radar commonly deployed to track speeders and fastballs, researchers have developed an automated system that will allow cars to peer around corners and spot oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

26 Jun 2020

A Step Up in Portable Scanning Precision and Connectivity with Nikon's New MCAx S ARM

Nikon Metrology’s new and advanced MCAx S articulated arm augments the ModelMaker H120 with improved precision, confidence and connectivity. This perfect partnership is the go-to portable handheld laser scanning solution for supreme accuracy, detail and productivity, reinforcing its position as the ideal measurement tool in the metrology lab, on the shop floor or in the field.

From Nikon Metrology NV 22 Jun 2020