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Methode Biometric Fingerprint Sensor Solution Nominated for Telematics Award

Methode Electronics’ biometric fingerprint sensor solution for motorized vehicles has been nominated for the 2012 Telematics Newcomer Award. The industrial-grade sensor solution utilized Lumidigm's multi-spectral imaging biometric sensor and developed a solution capable of withstanding harsh telematics environments.

From Methode Electronics Inc. 9 May 2012

Alacron and FastVision Incorporate PVI CMOS Sensor in High Speed Camera

Alacron and its affiliate, FastVision, have announced that their ultra high speed camera, the FC300, is to be highlighted at the Advanced Imaging Association’s (AIA) trade show being held at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston, MA. Panavision Imaging (PVI) has provided the CMOS Sensor for the camera. Jet Propulsion Laboratory’s patented delta doping process has been incorporated in the new camera.

9 May 2012

ESCORT Introduces New SmartRadar Bluetooth Enabled Radar-Laser Detector

ESCORT, a leading manufacturer of radar detection technology, has released its new ESCORT SmartRadar Bluetooth Enabled Radar/Laser Detector.

From Escort Inc. 8 May 2012

Dakota Technologies Introduces Direct-Push Delivered Sensor for Screening Petroleum-Based LNAPLs

Dakota Technologies, a developer of laser-induced fluorescence systems, has introduced the UVOST system, a direct-push delivered sensor for quick screening of light non-aqueous phase liquids (LNAPLs), including petroleum. This system utilizes laser-induced fluorescence (LIF) technique to identify sub-surface contamination immediately.

7 May 2012

NIST Publishes New Protocol for Communicating With Biometric Sensors

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed a new protocol that allows secure communication over wireless and wired networks with biometric sensors.

5 May 2012

Zilog Introduces Occupancy Detection MCU with PIR Technology

IXYS’ subsidiary, Zilog, has released its new 20-pin ZMOTION embedded microcontroller (MCU) for occupancy detection, energy efficiency and security applications. It combines an MCU with special software for Passive Infrared (PIR) motion detection-based products. The device is designed for energy management and customer sensing applications.

From Zilog, Inc 5 May 2012

Lockheed Martin launch their first UAV with Weapon Capabilities

Lockheed Martin's have launched their first shadow hawk munition that will service the US militaries and several foreign militaries.

3 May 2012

Research and Markets Offers Report on Global Infrared Detector Market

Research and Markets has expanded its report offering with the addition of the report published by Yole Development, titled "Infrared Detector Market, Applications and Technology Trends."

30 Apr 2012

Capella Selected as Partner for Ambient Light Sensors for Windows 8

Capella Microsystems has been selected as a Windows 8 co-engineering partner for Ambient Light Sensors (ALS). ALS finds use in many applications including, computers, tablets, smartphones and televisions.

26 Apr 2012

TowerJazz Transfers CMOS Image Sensor Technology to US Fab in California

TowerJazz, a global specialty foundry company, has completed the transferring process of its CMOS image sensor (CIS) technology to its Newport Beach facility in California from its Israeli facility in Migdal Haemek. The CIS technology enables companies desiring to manufacture high performance image sensor designs on-shore in the US.

From TowerJazz USA 24 Apr 2012